Joshua Rothkopf
@joshuarothkopf.bsky.social
Film Editor, Los Angeles Times | Member, LAFCA | Vice-Chair, National Society of Film Critics | I'm watching a movie right now.
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CRIME 101, welcome to the “Dumb Heat” canon. My review in @latimes.com www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Review: For 'Crime 101,' the action is the juice, even if it knows 'Heat' too well
You'll spend your time drawing parallels to Michael Mann's crime classic, even as the bones here — from a novella by Don Winslow — are sturdy enough to get the job done.
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February 12, 2026 at 9:50 PM
CRIME 101, welcome to the “Dumb Heat” canon. My review in @latimes.com www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
You loved our 101 best L.A. movies list — and hundreds of you had no problem telling us what we forgot to include. Here are your 14 top picks for the movies we left off. (Consider us repentant about "American Gigolo," but no quarter given on "Crash.") www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
The best L.A. movies that didn't make our 101 list, according to Angelenos
Movies about Los Angeles that Times readers love but didn't make our 101 best list include "American Gigolo," "Tequila Sunrise," "Get Shorty" and — yes — "Crash."
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February 13, 2026 at 10:29 PM
You loved our 101 best L.A. movies list — and hundreds of you had no problem telling us what we forgot to include. Here are your 14 top picks for the movies we left off. (Consider us repentant about "American Gigolo," but no quarter given on "Crash.") www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
More Emerson Lake & Palmer in movie trailers, please.
February 9, 2026 at 12:45 AM
More Emerson Lake & Palmer in movie trailers, please.
It's a good weekend for going to the movies. Here's a taste (🧵). First, @emilyzemler.bsky.social spoke with Alexander Skarsgård about his turn in PILLION, an achingly romantic love story that happens to be about a BDSM couple. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Alexander Skarsgård calls his latest a 'kinky gay biker rom-com.' It's also the love story of the season
Part of an on-screen dynasty that includes his father Stellan Skarsgård, the "True Blood" and "Big Little Lies" breakout is approaching recent choices with care.
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February 6, 2026 at 10:42 PM
It's a good weekend for going to the movies. Here's a taste (🧵). First, @emilyzemler.bsky.social spoke with Alexander Skarsgård about his turn in PILLION, an achingly romantic love story that happens to be about a BDSM couple. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
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I’m hesitant to call MELANIA propaganda because I can’t imagine anyone watching this movie and thinking that Melania Trump comes off well.
If it had subversive designs of being a satire about the first lady, there’s not much it would have changed.
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If it had subversive designs of being a satire about the first lady, there’s not much it would have changed.
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Review: Made of car rides and cold silences, 'Melania' is so polished it slips out of the first lady's hands
Documentary director Brett Ratner chases the aloof first lady from SUVs to private planes in a profile loaded with B-roll but lacking an A-story.
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February 2, 2026 at 9:22 PM
I’m hesitant to call MELANIA propaganda because I can’t imagine anyone watching this movie and thinking that Melania Trump comes off well.
If it had subversive designs of being a satire about the first lady, there’s not much it would have changed.
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
If it had subversive designs of being a satire about the first lady, there’s not much it would have changed.
www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Saying goodbye to Park City, @theamynicholson.bsky.social @indiefocus.bsky.social and I reflect on years of Sundance memories — along with our 9 favorites from this year’s lineup. I love how personal this turned out. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
We say goodbye to Park City with our 9 favorite movies and memories of Sundance
Our three Sundance correspondents, Amy Nicholson, Mark Olsen and Joshua Rothkopf, pick their favorites from this year's lineup and reflect on memories of Park City.
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February 1, 2026 at 3:26 AM
Saying goodbye to Park City, @theamynicholson.bsky.social @indiefocus.bsky.social and I reflect on years of Sundance memories — along with our 9 favorites from this year’s lineup. I love how personal this turned out. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
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Like Brat summer, the Park City winter era is ending. But before it does, it still want to scrap over the value of art with movies about Charli XCX, Wu-Tang Clan, killer unicorns, Gregg Araki sex comedies, and former Sundance-hater John Wilson.
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Review: At Sundance's final blowout in Park City, killer unicorns and unraveling pop stars take the stage
Even as attendees feel the nostalgic pull of Park City, the fest's first weekend supplies confrontational fare such as Casper Kelly’s "Buddy" and Charli XCX in "The Moment."
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January 25, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Like Brat summer, the Park City winter era is ending. But before it does, it still want to scrap over the value of art with movies about Charli XCX, Wu-Tang Clan, killer unicorns, Gregg Araki sex comedies, and former Sundance-hater John Wilson.
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What to watch today at Sundance? Our first taste of recommendations and reactions is here, including quick notes on JOSEPHINE, THE MOMENT, BUDDY and THE DISCIPLE. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Sundance's first major drama arrives early with the heartbreaking 'Josephine'
In The Times’ first daily newsletter from Sundance 2026, several movies lead the pack, including Charli XCX’s "The Moment" and "Buddy," starring a homicidal orange unicorn.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:53 PM
What to watch today at Sundance? Our first taste of recommendations and reactions is here, including quick notes on JOSEPHINE, THE MOMENT, BUDDY and THE DISCIPLE. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
And don't sleep on this killer essay by @theamynicholson.bsky.social about what makes an L.A. movie — with a fun illustration of its own! www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
January 15, 2026 at 7:34 PM
And don't sleep on this killer essay by @theamynicholson.bsky.social about what makes an L.A. movie — with a fun illustration of its own! www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
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The @latimes.com list of the 101 best Los Angeles movies is a thing of beauty. Hats off and many thanks to @joshuarothkopf.bsky.social; delighted to have cast a ballot, and excited to read so many wonderful colleagues on so many wonderful films: www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
The 101 best Los Angeles movies
Our list of the 101 best Los Angeles movies is as sprawling as the city, and includes "Chinatown," "Clueless," "Blade Runner," "Mulholland Drive," "Heat," "Pulp Fiction," "The Big Lebowski" and "La La...
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January 15, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The @latimes.com list of the 101 best Los Angeles movies is a thing of beauty. Hats off and many thanks to @joshuarothkopf.bsky.social; delighted to have cast a ballot, and excited to read so many wonderful colleagues on so many wonderful films: www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
I can't believe this is finally out in the world. It's the work of many people: 17 contributors who really know the city, 101 write-ups, beautiful photo sourcing and illustrations, smart design. My thanks to everyone involved. Tell us what we missed. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
The 101 best Los Angeles movies
Our list of the 101 best Los Angeles movies is as sprawling as the city, and includes "Chinatown," "Clueless," "Blade Runner," "Mulholland Drive," "Heat," "Pulp Fiction," "The Big Lebowski" and "La La...
www.latimes.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:39 PM
I can't believe this is finally out in the world. It's the work of many people: 17 contributors who really know the city, 101 write-ups, beautiful photo sourcing and illustrations, smart design. My thanks to everyone involved. Tell us what we missed. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
@theamynicholson.bsky.social going granular on a trashy horror movie is a beautiful thing. (Meanwhile, MONKEY SEE, MONKEY KILL was right there, title people.) www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Review: The giddily unevolved gorefest 'Primate' makes humanity look like a species in decline
The team behind the Mandy Moore shark flick '47 Meters Down' returns with a murderous monkey and surprisingly good acting by Oscar winner Troy Kotsur and starlet Jess Alexander.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:04 AM
@theamynicholson.bsky.social going granular on a trashy horror movie is a beautiful thing. (Meanwhile, MONKEY SEE, MONKEY KILL was right there, title people.) www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
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Best Nonfiction Film: MY UNDESIRABLE FRIENDS: PART I — LAST AIR IN MOSCOW (56 points)
Runners-up:
THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR (22 points)
ORWELL: 2+2=5 (18 points)
Runners-up:
THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR (22 points)
ORWELL: 2+2=5 (18 points)
January 3, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Best Nonfiction Film: MY UNDESIRABLE FRIENDS: PART I — LAST AIR IN MOSCOW (56 points)
Runners-up:
THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR (22 points)
ORWELL: 2+2=5 (18 points)
Runners-up:
THE PERFECT NEIGHBOR (22 points)
ORWELL: 2+2=5 (18 points)
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Best Film Not in the English Language: THE SECRET AGENT (58 points)
Runners-up: IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (57 points)
SENTIMENTAL VALUE (38 points)
Runners-up: IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (57 points)
SENTIMENTAL VALUE (38 points)
January 3, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Best Film Not in the English Language: THE SECRET AGENT (58 points)
Runners-up: IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (57 points)
SENTIMENTAL VALUE (38 points)
Runners-up: IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (57 points)
SENTIMENTAL VALUE (38 points)
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Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (54 points)
Runners-up:
Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (48 points)
Richard Linklater, BLUE MOON and NOUVELLE VAGUE (39 points)
Runners-up:
Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (48 points)
Richard Linklater, BLUE MOON and NOUVELLE VAGUE (39 points)
January 3, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (54 points)
Runners-up:
Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (48 points)
Richard Linklater, BLUE MOON and NOUVELLE VAGUE (39 points)
Runners-up:
Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (48 points)
Richard Linklater, BLUE MOON and NOUVELLE VAGUE (39 points)
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Best Picture: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (57 points)
Runners-up:
SINNERS (29 points)
THE SECRET AGENT (27 points)
Runners-up:
SINNERS (29 points)
THE SECRET AGENT (27 points)
January 3, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Best Picture: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (57 points)
Runners-up:
SINNERS (29 points)
THE SECRET AGENT (27 points)
Runners-up:
SINNERS (29 points)
THE SECRET AGENT (27 points)
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Best Screenplay: Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (53 points)
Runners-up:
Robert Kaplow, BLUE MOON (50 points)
Kleber Mendonça Filho, THE SECRET AGENT (40 points)
Runners-up:
Robert Kaplow, BLUE MOON (50 points)
Kleber Mendonça Filho, THE SECRET AGENT (40 points)
January 3, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Best Screenplay: Jafar Panahi, IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT (53 points)
Runners-up:
Robert Kaplow, BLUE MOON (50 points)
Kleber Mendonça Filho, THE SECRET AGENT (40 points)
Runners-up:
Robert Kaplow, BLUE MOON (50 points)
Kleber Mendonça Filho, THE SECRET AGENT (40 points)
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Best Supporting Actor: Benicio del Toro, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (54 points)
Runners-up:
Delroy Lindo, SINNERS (37)
Stellan Skarsgård, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (30 points)
Runners-up:
Delroy Lindo, SINNERS (37)
Stellan Skarsgård, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (30 points)
January 3, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Best Supporting Actor: Benicio del Toro, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (54 points)
Runners-up:
Delroy Lindo, SINNERS (37)
Stellan Skarsgård, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (30 points)
Runners-up:
Delroy Lindo, SINNERS (37)
Stellan Skarsgård, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (30 points)
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Best Actor: Ethan Hawke, BLUE MOON (57 points)
Runners-up:
Wagner Moura, THE SECRET AGENT (43 points)
Michael B. Jordan, SINNERS (36 points)
Runners-up:
Wagner Moura, THE SECRET AGENT (43 points)
Michael B. Jordan, SINNERS (36 points)
January 3, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Best Actor: Ethan Hawke, BLUE MOON (57 points)
Runners-up:
Wagner Moura, THE SECRET AGENT (43 points)
Michael B. Jordan, SINNERS (36 points)
Runners-up:
Wagner Moura, THE SECRET AGENT (43 points)
Michael B. Jordan, SINNERS (36 points)
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Best Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw, SINNERS (50 points)
Runners-up:
Adolpho Veloso, TRAIN DREAMS (36 points)
Michael Bauman, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (29 points)
Runners-up:
Adolpho Veloso, TRAIN DREAMS (36 points)
Michael Bauman, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (29 points)
January 3, 2026 at 6:57 PM
Best Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw, SINNERS (50 points)
Runners-up:
Adolpho Veloso, TRAIN DREAMS (36 points)
Michael Bauman, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (29 points)
Runners-up:
Adolpho Veloso, TRAIN DREAMS (36 points)
Michael Bauman, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (29 points)
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Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (56 points)
Runners-up:
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (47 points)
Wunmi Mosaku, SINNERS (41 points)
Runners-up:
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (47 points)
Wunmi Mosaku, SINNERS (41 points)
January 3, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor, ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER (56 points)
Runners-up:
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (47 points)
Wunmi Mosaku, SINNERS (41 points)
Runners-up:
Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (47 points)
Wunmi Mosaku, SINNERS (41 points)
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Best Actress: Kathleen Chalfant, FAMILIAR TOUCH (45 points)
Runners-up:
Rose Byrne, IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU (39 points)
Renate Reinsve, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (37 points)
Runners-up:
Rose Byrne, IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU (39 points)
Renate Reinsve, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (37 points)
January 3, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Best Actress: Kathleen Chalfant, FAMILIAR TOUCH (45 points)
Runners-up:
Rose Byrne, IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU (39 points)
Renate Reinsve, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (37 points)
Runners-up:
Rose Byrne, IF I HAD LEGS I’D KICK YOU (39 points)
Renate Reinsve, SENTIMENTAL VALUE (37 points)
I feel lucky to have worked and learned from @evincentelli.bsky.social — here she is, handling the trickiest subject on A1 without flinching. In a real way, EV taught me how to write. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/28/a...
From Sex Appeal to the Far Right, Brigitte Bardot Symbolized a Changing France
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December 30, 2025 at 7:34 AM
I feel lucky to have worked and learned from @evincentelli.bsky.social — here she is, handling the trickiest subject on A1 without flinching. In a real way, EV taught me how to write. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/28/a...
There are so many good ones this year but here are 12 needle drops to get you started on your own playlist. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
The 12 best needle drops of 2025
These songs made their scenes indelible, from classic rock and dance pop to old-timey blues and thrash. There's even a former Beatle on here.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:07 PM
There are so many good ones this year but here are 12 needle drops to get you started on your own playlist. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Unlike my other teenage favorites (John Hughes, James Cameron, Carpenter, etc.), I couldn't tell you what a "Rob Reiner film" was. That was the point. @theamynicholson.bsky.social gets at this idea beautifully. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...
Appreciation: Rob Reiner found a way to please everyone — by going his own way
Reiner made a perfect rom-com ('When Harry Met Sally…'), a perfect thriller ('Misery'), a perfect fantasy ('The Princess Bride') and never wanted to be pigeonholed.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Unlike my other teenage favorites (John Hughes, James Cameron, Carpenter, etc.), I couldn't tell you what a "Rob Reiner film" was. That was the point. @theamynicholson.bsky.social gets at this idea beautifully. www.latimes.com/entertainmen...