Alyssa Wilkinson

Alyssa Wilkinson, a Vox film critic known for her keen insights into cinema, discusses the tumultuous state of the movie industry post-pandemic. She reflects on the nostalgia of theater experiences and the emotional connections that films foster. The conversation dives into how pandemic-related theater closures have reshaped summer blockbusters, pushing Hollywood toward big-budget franchises over original storytelling. Emerging digital platforms and the critical role of communal viewing experiences are also highlighted, alongside a hopeful look at innovation in upcoming films.