Junji Ito Maniac: The Hidden Meaning of The Hanging Balloons
Netflix adapted "The Hanging Balloons" as part of the anime, Junji Ito Maniac. Here's the deeper meaning behind this tragic suicide tale.
62 Years Later, Audrey Hepburn and Shirley MacLaine's Lesbian Movie Remains Relevant
Pride Month is all about increasing LGBTQIA visibility, but one 1961 Audrey Hepburn movie continues to hold a mirror to a homophobic society in 2023.
Canonizing Bumbleby Isn't RWBY's Only High Point - It Also Challenges Bisexual Stereotypes
Bisexual representation in media that doesn't normalize biphobia is hard to come by, but RWBY's Blake and Yang just burned many harmful stereotypes.
RWBY's Blake and Yang Is WLW Romance Done Right - Here's How TV Can Learn From Them
RWBY canonized Bumbleby after a decade of speculation, but Blake and Yang did more than confirm their romance - they set the gold standard for WLW.
Justice Society Addressed the Huntress' Messy History - And Made It Worse
Removing Helena Wayne's Earth-2 origin was always going to convolute canon, but addressing the paradox of Helena Bertinelli made things even worse.
The Justice Society's Huntress Is Canon Without DC's Mainstream Batman
Helena Wayne is back as the Huntress in Justice Society of America, but her origin never required ties to Earth-0's Batman and Catwoman to be canon.
The Flash Trailer Shows Sasha Calle Would Make a Perfect Power Girl
Sasha Calle will debut as Supergirl in The Flash but the trailer for the 2023 blockbuster strongly suggests she'd be perfect casting for another Kara.
The Last of Us Keeps Failing Diverse Representation With Sam and Henry
HBO's The Last of Us continues to make waves with its thoughtful diverse representation, but also continues to fail at subverting problematic tropes.
Audrey Hepburn's Best Onscreen Romance Wasn't George Peppard - It Was Shirley MacLaine
Audrey Hepburn is remembered for 1961's Breakfast at Tiffany's, but that same year put her at the center of a lesbian romance in The Children’s Hour.
The Last of Us: Bill and Frank Still Fulfill the 'Bury Your Gays' Trope - Here's Why
HBO's The Last of Us introduced Bill and Frank in Episode 3 with a well-written romance, but fails to fully subvert the Bury Your Gays trope.
Sorry Velma, But Daria Did High School Satire Better
HBO Max's Velma reinterprets the Scooby-Doo franchise with a satirical edge, but fails to capitalize on its strengths the way MTV's Daria did.
Broadchurch Is The Perfect Series for Doctor Who Fans to Revisit in 2023
With the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials set to air in late 2023, David Tennant and Jodie Whittaker fans can revisit Broadchurch during the wait.
CBR Editor Picks: The 10 Best TV Shows of 2022
CBR's editorial team reveals their picks for the best TV shows of 2022, including Star Wars' Andor on Disney+, HBO's House of the Dragon and more.
CBR Editor Picks: The 10 Best Movies of 2022
From big blockbusters to indie stand-outs, 2022 was a good year for movies. Here are CBR's Top 10 picks, as well as some honorable mentions.
David Tennant's Doctor Who Return Can Only Work as a Criticism of Toxic Fandom
David Tennant is back as the 14th Doctor, and while Doctor Who's 60th Anniversary trailer promises an epic story, it could also comment on toxic fans.
Spy x Family Season 1, Episode 25, 'First Contact' Recap & Spoilers
The moment Loid Forger aka Twilight has been waiting for has arrived, but does it go as expected? Here's a spoiler-filled recap of Spy x Family.
A Justice Society Hero Once Spent Christmas Helping Batman Overcome an Identity Crisis
A respected Justice Society hero once spent Christmas helping an emotionally vulnerable Batman overcome a serious identity crisis.
Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker's 13th Doctor Is the Best Incarnation of the Time Lord
Doctor Who ended big in 2022. However, despite David Tennant's return, Jodie Whittaker's 13th Doctor is still the best incarnation of the Time Lord.
Spy x Family Season 1, Episode 24, 'The Role of a Mother and Wife / Shopping With Friends' Recap & Spoilers
Noticing Yor is depressed, Loid invites her for a drink to clarify his relationship with Fiona Frost. Here's a spoiler-filled recap of Spy x Family.
Spy x Family Season 1, Episode 23, 'The Unwavering Path' Recap & Spoilers
Loid and Fiona make it to the final tennis round, and Yor's feelings of distrust continue to intensify. Here's a spoiler-filled recap of Spy x Family.