‘Midsommar’ is another beautiful, creepy masterpiece from Aster

Movie review: “Midsommar” is another beautiful and creepy-as-hell masterpiece from Ari Aster.

‘A Scanner Darkly’ (1977) is PKD’s harrowing anti-drug novel

PKD flashback (Book review): Dick criticizes both drugs and the American drug war.

Superhero Saturday (Movie review): The “Ghost Rider” sequel has more fire than the original, but still makes no sense.

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This 100-minute DVD collection of animated shorts gives us a fuller picture of the “Matrix” world.

PKD flashback (Book review): The first collection of Philip K. Dick stories is highlighted by “Paycheck,” “The Variable Man” and “Nanny.”

Superhero Saturday (Movie review): This Nic Cage-starring comic adaptation is a rote live-action debut that lacks any fire.

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): The trilogy’s conclusion channels “Return of the Jedi” with great action on multiple fronts.

PKD flashback (Book review): Dick gives his not-quite-accurate but still fascinating take on mental illness.

Mamet Monday (Movie review): This documentary explores the history of magic, with Mamet friend and collaborator Ricky Jay at its center.

Superhero Saturday (Movie review): The “FF” franchise tries out a darker. One problem: no one wanted it.