Here’s some stuff I’ve experienced lately (and not necessarily only new releases):

The Iron Claw (Movie): Absolutely heartbreaking, and I can’t believe they had to tone down the real story to make it less tragic

Interview With The Vampire (TV): Glad it’s back, such a strange and solid show

Library (Book): As a long-time Ben fan, it was great to briefly jump into this compelling world he created

Challengers (Movie): Really loved this overall, and the soundtrack has no right being that good

Hacks (TV): Just keeps getting better

The Talented Mr. Ripley (Book): Having been captivated by the new show last month, I thought I’d go back to the source, and I thoroughly enjoyed it

The Talented Mr. Ripley (Movie): I then of course had to go back to rewatch the OG film, which definitely holds up

Ripley Under Ground (Book): This second book is also great so far, so I think I may continue my Ripley voyage

Hollywood Con Queen (TV): A totally bonkers story, and shoutout to a debate kid really going places

Stop Making Sense (Movie): After decades of hearing this called the greatest concert documentary ever made, I now think I 100% agree

Bones and All (Movie): Just when I thought Mark Rylance couldn’t get more terrifying

Doctor Who (TV): Despite a powerhouse guest performance, the Beatles episode was a little rough, but so far this season has been refreshingly awesome

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (Movie): Definitely not as insane as Fury Road, but really liked it, especially the motorcycle chariot

Lynch/Oz (Movie): Absolute catnip for me

Mister Organ (Movie): I need to know more about what’s happened since!

Dark Matter (TV): Not lifechanging, but interested to see where it goes

The Beach Boys (Movie): I personally wanted more problematic ’70s/’80s Brian Wilson/therapist content and less Mike Love generally, but generally a great overview

Spermworld (Movie): A fascinating look into this world

The Contestant (Movie): Absolutely wild that this happened

Late Night With The Devil (Movie): Very cool vibes, loved the concept

The Big Cigar (TV): Light and entertaining, which is a real trick given the subject matter

Kingdom of The Planet of The Apes (Movie): Fast, fun and the apes looked great

STEVE! (Martin): A Documentary in 2 Pieces (Movie): What a career, and I enjoyed the low-key second part

Repo Man (Movie): Had somehow never seen, very glad I remedied this sorry state of affairs

Jurassic Punk (Movie): Early-’90s ILM sounds like it was wild

Turtles All The Way Down (Movie): I’m obviously going to watch any OCD movie, and I thought the two leads were great

Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal (TV): Let’s be real, I’m gonna watch every one of these

Unfrosted (Movie): This got a ton of hate, but I’d just give it a light shrug

Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion (Movie): A solid “yikes” all around