Posts By Christian Toto

The year 2007 proved a watershed moment for anti-war films.

Audiences saw “In the Valley of Elah,” “Grace Is Gone,” “Redacted,” “Rendition” and “Lions for Lambs.” Or, rather, audiences had …
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Once upon a time being a liberal entertainer meant something.

For starters, your voice got amplified and cheered on via various media outlets. Consider the praise Jon Stewart receives whenever …
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Joseph Granda turned his back on Hollywood, not storytelling.

The erstwhile actor left the West Coast for Colorado, realizing the Hollywood community proved an awkward fit for his values. He …
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Emma Thompson’s character in “Late Night,” Katherine Newbury, has held sway over the TV landscape for ages.

Think Johnny Carson, Jay Leno or David Letterman. She’s still a victim, though, …
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The 1971 Blaxploitation classic “Shaft” made people uncomfortable – on purpose.

Richard Roundtree’s signature role showcased a strong, sexy black man as its hero. That just wasn’t done back in …
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“The X-Files” taught us “the truth is out there.”

Modern Social Justice Warriors updated that catchphrase – only our truths matter.

It’s why author Andrew Fox decided to take action. …
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If deadpan comic Steven Wright appeared in “The Dead Don’t Die” he’d be the most energetic character on screen.

Director Jim Jarmusch’s attempt at a zombie comedy is that droll. …
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Rob Schneider’s career would be the envy of most comic actors.

He rose to fame on “Saturday Night Live,” creating several recurring characters in the process. He moved on to …
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TV shows can impact the culture in countless ways.

Remember “The Rachel?” Jennifer Aniston’s cute ‘do on NBC’s “Friends” became the go-to style for a spell. Or consider the countless …
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Ben Henderson longs for the day when comic books packed more Pow! Bam! Zoom! than Lecture! Finger Wag! Lesson!

He recoiled at the Social Justice trend overtaking mainstream titles in …
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