Archives - Scott Abrams
Movies
You’re right about ‘Mother!’
More than anything, though, “Mother!” is about the ways in which an audience takes ownership of art, rendering the artist obsolete.
Humor
On self-important social media
If there’s one thing I can't stand, it's someone who posts some kind of sob story that’s less sad than they think it is, followed by how they overcame whatever “adversity” they faced.
CT Recommends
CT recommends: ‘Jackie’
“Jackie”—starring Natalie Portman in what should be a career-defining role—goes far beyond the constraints of its genre, where it arrives at catharsis for both subject and viewer.
Oscars
Oscars predictions read ‘La La Land’ triumph
On Febr. 26, the Academy Awards could go one of two ways: either “La La Land” is going to sweep or the Academy will spread the love, leaving the film with a mere six or seven wins.
Movies
In “La La Land,” an old-fashioned type of love thrives
It’s funny and entertaining and heartbreaking and hopeful.
Oscars
Predicting Tuesday’s Oscar nominations
Who’s going to be nominated for Academy Awards on Tuesday? Well, despite a seemingly endless season of speculation, no one really knows.
2016 Election
Liberals can learn better ways to talk to conservatives
It may be cliché to say that we’re “stronger together,” but it’s true. The only way to effect lasting, meaningful change in policy and social convention is to rally the masses, and that will only occur when we’re united.
Movies
‘Harry Potter’ play dives into the series’ past
The play finds its characters struggling with the past.
Ed Observers
Here’s some advice
You really don’t need my advice—and that’s why I’m going to give it to you.
