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Marcus Hale

Film critic

More interested in why a release works than whether it is any good, though the verdict comes too.

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A neon cinema concession sign glowing over a busy counter

The concession stand is carrying the box office

Jun 23, 2026 / 1 min

A neon cinema concession sign glowing over a busy counter

The summer blockbuster that is not: how a $9 indie ate the box office

Jun 17, 2026 / 1 min

A full movie theater watching a bright screen from red seats

Prestige reality TV is eating Sunday night

Jun 16, 2026 / 1 min

Rows of deep red seats in a dark cinema auditorium

The neon game show that became appointment TV

Jun 12, 2026 / 1 min