Brian Tallerico

Brian Tallerico

Brian Tallerico is a Chicago-based film and television critic who has been working in the industry for two decades. He’s the President of the Chicago Film Critics Association, Editor of RogerEbert.com, and a freelancer for Vulture, Rolling Stone, The Playlist, and The New York Times.

A Master Searches for Meaning: Martin Scorsese’s Late-Career Films

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A Master Searches for Meaning: Martin Scorsese’s Late-Career Films

We explore the late-career films of Martin Scorsese. From Shutter Island to Killers of the Flower Moon and everything in-between.

2024-01-08 11:16:12By Brian Tallerico

The Fun Capital: Las Vegas on Film

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The Fun Capital: Las Vegas on Film

An adult playground full of bright lights, gambling and plenty of illicit behaviour, it's no wonder Las Vegas remains an inspiration for film-makers.

2023-08-29 14:53:18By Brian Tallerico

Why We Still Watch John Hughes Movies

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Why We Still Watch John Hughes Movies

John Hughes defined 80's teenage Americana with films like Weird Science and Sixteen Candles and his work is rediscovered by new audiences every year.

2023-06-02 13:41:13By Brian Tallerico

Into the Darkness: How Pitch Black Launched a Franchise

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Into the Darkness: How Pitch Black Launched a Franchise

The story of how Pitch Black, a cult sci-fi hit, sparked a franchise as well as Vin Diesel's leap to mainstream action hero.

2023-03-31 14:57:57By Brian Tallerico

You’re So Cool: How True Romance Shaped Quentin Tarantino’s Early Career

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You’re So Cool: How True Romance Shaped Quentin Tarantino’s Early Career

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of its release, we look at the origins of True Romance and how it helped launch the career of Quentin Tarantino.

2023-02-03 15:41:59By Brian Tallerico