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