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The Best Books of 2021

The Best Books of 2021

As is PopMatters‘ ethos throughout our 22 years of publishing, there’s a strong current of feminism electrifying our picks for the Best Books of 2021.

The Women-Led Slave Revolts Every American Needs to Learn About

The Women-Led Slave Revolts Every American Needs to Learn About

In the graphic novel ‘Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts’, Rebecca Hall puts flesh on the bones of American history.

Sundance 2021: Rebecca Hall’s Visually Gorgeous ‘Passing’ Is Cerebral But Cool

Sundance 2021: Rebecca Hall’s Visually Gorgeous ‘Passing’ Is Cerebral But Cool

Rebecca Hall's Passing has a distance to it affirms the film's message but it doesn't necessarily make for appealing cinema.

TIFF 2018: Teen Spirit

TIFF 2018: Teen Spirit

Max Minghella's first feature film, Teen Spirit, has two really good music videos -- and some confused ideas about mentorship.

‘The Gift’ Examines Motivations and Culpability

‘The Gift’ Examines Motivations and Culpability

The Gift is an absolutely fun thriller that is subtle, smart and worth every moment.

‘Iron Man 3’, or, Guy Pearce Finally Has an Agent

‘Please Give’ Is a Story About a Family That Lusts

The New Classics – The 30 Best Films of 2008

Iconic – The Top 20 Male Performances of 2008

Tough and Tender – The Top 20 Female Performances of 2008

‘Frost/Nixon’ Feigns Actual History Well

Frost/Nixon