Nothing busts canons quite like living in interesting times. In our ongoing Inflection Point series, we look back at the films that have taken on new relevance due to our ongoing cultural and political upheaval. Some beloved, some undiscovered, these titles deserve newfound consideration as film criticism evolves to meet the moment.

Those raised on a heavy diet of ’80s hip-hop will instantly recognize, “Colors,” one of the earliest hits for Ice-T.

Continue reading Dennis Hopper’s ‘Colors’ Is A Conflicted Look At Gang Violence And The Police at The Playlist.

“A Nightmare on Elm Street” baddie Freddy Krueger is famous and infamous the world over for being the stuff that bad dreams are made of. There is another figure—however—who invades those dimensions like Krueger but doesn’t get the attention that the “Springwood Slasher” receives. He wears a furry coat and wields a hook as his weapon of choice. And what about the bees? Not the bees! Sorry, Nicolas Cage. The point is that he is Daniel Robitaille.

Continue reading ‘Candyman’ Trailer: Jordan Peele Reboots The Horror Urban Legend at The Playlist.