Posts by Charles Bramesco

Charles Bramesco

Charles Bramesco is a freelance film and TV critic living in Brooklyn. A former staff writer for Rolling Stone, he has also been featured in the New York Times, New York Magazine, the Guardian, and many other fine publications. His first book, a volume on vampire movies for the "Close-Ups" series from Little White Lies, is now on US and UK shelves.

The Rapture Wrestles With Crises Of Art And Faith

Michael Tolkin's directorial debut explores (dis)belief within the end of the world.

Charles Bramesco April 29, 2024

Strange Days Warned That The End Is Near

Kathryn Bigelow's 1995 cyberpunk thriller perfectly captures its moment while looking towards a more fraught future.

Charles Bramesco February 15, 2023

Sprocket Films Offers a Campy Look Into Mid-Century Social Panic

These hilarious short films are perfect to throw on in the background

Charles Bramesco January 10, 2022