violence

‘Akira’ Is Still Our Most Vivid Portrait of Adolescent Male Rage

The 1988 anime had a profound impact on film and sci-fi — but its statement about male violence is what rings truest in 2019

There’s No Use Crying Over Spilled Blood

In pro wrestling, at least, the real violence is much more mundane

Which Muppet Could You Take in a (Sesame) Street Fight?

It’s the 50th anniversary of ‘Sesame Street’ — what better way to acknowledge the milestone than with a good old game of Muppet Thunderdome

Why Men Are Defending ‘Joker’ Before They’ve Seen It

In 2019, the culture war can’t wait for a movie’s actual release