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Netflix's new drama 'Unabomber' attempts to link Ted Kaczynski's violent acts to a traumatic Harvard experiment but is widely criticized for being shallow, melodramatic, and factually flawed.
Netflix's new biopic 'Unabomber,' starring Jacob Tremblay and Russell Crowe, has debuted to largely negative reviews. Critics argue the film fabricates a schizophrenia diagnosis for Ted Kaczynski and oversimplifies his radicalization, prioritizing a generic origin story over historical accuracy.
Netflix's new biopic 'Unabomber' has received mixed-to-negative reviews for prioritizing a generic coming-of-age narrative over the complex reality of Ted Kaczynski's life. Critics argue the film fabricates a schizophrenia diagnosis for Kaczynski and fails to engage with his anti-technology manifesto, resulting in a shallow portrayal of the infamous bomber.
Netflix's new biopic 'Unabomber,' starring Jacob Tremblay and Russell Crowe, has received largely negative reviews for prioritizing a generic coming-of-age narrative over the complex, anti-technological philosophy of Ted Kaczynski. Critics argue the film fails to engage with the psychological impact of the Harvard experiments or the true-crime aspects of the FBI manhunt, resulting in a shallow portrayal of a figure whose 35,000-word manifesto remains culturally relevant.
Netflix released the first trailer for Unabomber, a film about Ted Kaczynski directed by Janus Metz that alternates between his Harvard years (portrayed by Jacob Tremblay) and the 1990s FBI pursuit led by agent Joanne Miller (Shailene Woodley), with Russell Crowe as psychologist Henry Murray; the cast also includes Annabelle Wallis and others, and the movie debuts on Netflix on September 25.
Netflix’s Unabomber trailer splits between Jacob Tremblay’s portrayal of Ted Kaczynski and Shailene Woodley’s FBI agent character, with Russell Crowe as Henry Murray; the film, directed by Janus Metz, premieres on Netflix September 25.
Jacob Tremblay stars as Ted Kaczynski in Netflix's Unabomber, tracing his transformation from Harvard prodigy to the infamous bomber as his attacks spur a 17-year manhunt; with Russell Crowe and Shailene Woodley, the Janus Metz-directed film arrives Sept. 25, 2026.
"Orion and the Dark" is a clever and entertaining animated film that skillfully taps into childhood anxieties while providing ample wit for adult viewers, thanks to a screenplay by Charlie Kaufman. Based on the illustrated children's book by Emma Yarlett, the story follows a fifth-grader named Orion who chronicles his fears in a sketchbook, with the most prominent one being his fear of the dark. The film introduces various characters and explores themes of familial love and overcoming insecurities, delivering a heartwarming message that resonates with both younger and older audiences.
Jacob Tremblay, who voices Flounder in Disney's upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, has addressed the criticism of the character's design. Many mocked the flat appearance of Flounder in the first look poster, but Tremblay defended the design, saying he had faith in director Rob Marshall and that it worked well in the film. The Little Mermaid, starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, will be released in cinemas on May 26.