

It’s time to celebrate the calming vibes of computer solitaire in this messed-up world we live in.


After three years, “Donbass” is finally hitting American theaters. Its portrait of misinformation and institutional failure is all too timely.


It’s not NSFW. It’s a Twitter account that tweets photos of tiny antelopes.


Yanxi Palace was one of the most popular dramas on the planet. Watch it and you’ll immediately see why.


On Homeboy, Rajiv Surendra wants me to make my own candles. You know what? Sure.


Despite its many weaknesses, Bridgerton might be wobbling its way toward becoming a good show.


Denzel Washington’s performance in “Roman J. Israel, Esq.” is one of his least typical — and one of his best.


Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy explores the startling role of pure luck in our lives.


The Licorice Pizza director has made beautiful loners out of Haim, Fiona Apple, Radiohead, and more.


Before the Oscar nominee was in The Lost Daughter, she starred in the terrific Wild Rose.


When Ariana DeBose and Lin-Manuel Miranda collaborated on a musical about cheerleaders, based on a Kirsten Dunst franchise.


Laurel Hell sees the darkly brooding singer-songwriter Mitski confronting her extremely unlikely pop stardom.


The stakes in Love & Basketball are higher because the rewards are so rare and small.


TV’s will-they, won’t-they relationships stem from Cheers.


Ursula K. Le Guin’s 1969 sci-fi tour de force can still teach us something about human connection.


The video game shows that love can be found in the darkest places.


Films from Tantura to Descendant challenge the powerful. But it’s still up to us to witness the truth.


Ulay and Marina Abramović’s legacy is often overshadowed by an elaborate breakup, but their body of work is a valuable lesson on love and creativity.


Star Crossed is a tabletop RPG where every single stray brush of the hand could lead to a love affair’s collapse.


An anime romance between a heroine and a himbo was my original OTP.


Northanger Abbey’s comedy has serious takeaways for the aspiring romantic heroine.


Sometimes we get what we want, if there’s space to share.


Wingspan is ultimately about biodiversity, but I can’t help but see it fitting into a broader cultural reckoning.


The best and buzziest movies out of this year’s Sundance.


The crimes on Criminal Minds are wild, as are the ways the FBI solves them.


The terrific new comedy remixes The Office to great, funny effect.


This holiday season, Sushi Go Party! may be the best solution to big gatherings or cabin fever.


It was a boom year for nonfiction.


From disco drummer boys to familiar hits, this Christmas music playlist is essential.


Eight hours with the lads from Liverpool in Peter Jackson’s new documentary.


The book series is a triumph of world-building, with sneakily compelling characters.


These book recommendations from the Vox staff will make you laugh, cry, and really think.


Now streaming on Netflix, the spy-themed competition show lets viewers play along with the contestants.


Known as “Casa de Papel” in Spanish, the show has inspired real-life protests.


The 13 must-see movies, from West Side Story to The Novice to The Matrix.


This kids’ show about hidden urban histories and child paranormal investigators is a delight.


Fran Fine has remained a style icon for a generation of kids born during (and after) the years that the series aired.


The Netflix film takes on the Western and makes something truly spectacular.


Lady Gaga blows a potential dud of a movie straight into the stratosphere.

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