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John Cusack Was Once King of the Romantic Comedy Because He Was All Wrong for the Role

The star of ‘Say Anything’ and ‘High Fidelity’ epitomized Generation X’s disdain for mainstream acceptance. But his subsequent career has illustrated the challenges of sustaining a no-sellout ethos.

‘Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar’ and the Pleasures of the WTF Comedy

Kristen Wiig’s absurdist new film finds its laughs in the strangest places. It’s part of a proud tradition of recent left-of-center comedies — and you’re either on their weird wavelength or you’re not.

‘Taxi Driver’ Is Still the Blueprint of American Male Rage

Now 45 years old, Martin Scorsese’s bloody thriller is as relevant — and divisive — as ever

How Lucas Hedges Became Gen Z’s Ultimate Everyman

Lucas Hedges is now the Matt Damon to Timothée Chalamet’s Ben Affleck