John’s top 10 TV shows of 2023
2023 television: A couple of old-school network shows break into the streaming-dominated list of my favorite series of the year.
2023 television: A couple of old-school network shows break into the streaming-dominated list of my favorite series of the year.
Movie review: The art of solving murders with attention to detail is not stuck in the Aughts, as proven by Monk’s first on-screen case in 14 years.
TV review: Focusing on stylish crime drama rather than groundbreaking action, this miniseries gives us the background of Winston Scott.
Fall TV preview: Amid the strike, networks and streamers have patched together a slate of pre-planned shows and foreign imports.
TV review: Craig Rosenberg’s series roasts the icky popularity of serial-killer podcasts. But its own fictional story is too slow of a burn.
Movie review: An unpleasant message and flat narrative make this adaptation a misfire, despite a strong Dave Bautista turn.
TV review: Natasha Lyonne has the mannerisms of Columbo, but other aspects of Rian Johnson’s show establish a fresh identity.
Movie review: The “H40” sequel trilogy takes a surprising turn, but the pulpy vibe and delicious Carpenter score make for a holiday celebration.
Movie review: The third time is the charm among adaptations of King’s novel about a superpowered kid that heretofore resisted a good version.
Movie review: The second chapter of the “H40” trilogy has good continuity and a fresh angle, but it doesn’t do much to develop characters.