Wednesday, February 18, 2026

News and Ideas Worth Sharing

Ben Elliott

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AT THE TRIPLEX: 1975 at 50

When you look at films from a particular era together, even seemingly unrelated ones combine to tell a story.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Comedies of romance

The genre of romantic comedies covers far more than the basic “romcom.” For those who crave something a little more honest, there is its sharper, acerbic sibling: the comedy of romance.

AT THE TRIPLEX: A tribute to David Lynch

Lynch created a cinematic universe where there was a darkness lurking under the picture-perfect Americana that often feels forced upon us.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Epic runtimes

A three-hour-plus film is like a cinematic house of cards: The bigger it gets without collapsing under its own weight, the more impressive it becomes.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Understanding the Oscar nominations

Ultimately, the best part of these nominations is that they do what Oscar nominations always do: make movies feel special.

AT THE TRIPLEX: All about Almodóvar

Each era of Almodóvar's filmmaking remains vital, especially in a world increasingly flirting with authoritarianism. But perhaps his greatest achievement is the collective story his films tell: an artist growing, loving, losing, and transforming those experiences into timeless art.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Everyday kinks

It’s hard to work up a moral panic these days.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Children of the night

Ignoring the boogeymen allows their shadows to grow, but by forcing our monsters into the light, these movies give us a sense of control—if only for two hours.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Very special events

November 17 marked The Triplex’s first anniversary since reopening, and as we head into 2025, we will be looking back at the movies, events, and moments that made for a remarkable year at The Triplex.

AT THE TRIPLEX: The movies you have missed

November 17 marked The Triplex’s first anniversary since reopening, and as we head into 2025, we will be looking back at the movies, events, and moments that made for a remarkable year at The Triplex.

AT THE TRIPLEX: The movies you loved this year

November 17 marked The Triplex’s first anniversary since reopening, and as we head into 2025, we will be looking back at the movies, events, and moments that made for a remarkable year at The Triplex.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Make your movie

Creative work requires vulnerability, and success often means putting a piece of yourself on screen. The filmmakers joining us this week, as well as all those we have hosted this year, show us that creative work is hard work.

AT THE TRIPLEX: When it gets dark

Even if you don’t come to the movies, I hope you find some way to push back against the darkness this week.

AT THE TRIPLEX: Time after time

When movies tackle time, they are usually bittersweet affairs.

AT THE TRIPLEX: A body of horrors

Whether it is our appearance or what is lurking inside, nothing stirs anxiety like the skin we live in.
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