Todd VanDerWerff
Critic at Large
Todd VanDerWerff is the Critic at Large for Vox. Before that, he was the TV Editor for The A.V. Club. Before that, he worked at a bunch of newspapers. And before that, the Internet wasn't around, so who cares?
Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale is an extraordinary adaptation of an enduring classic
The stunning series, which stars Mad Men’s Elisabeth Moss, is about this moment in history — and every moment in history.
The Writers Guild of America has voted to authorize a strike, with 96 percent in favor
Film and TV writers voted in greater numbers than they did before the last strike in 2007.
5 things to know about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
It’s a big improvement over the first film in almost every way.
The Leftovers sends Nora on a quest for answers
Carrie Coon is phenomenal in an episode featuring familiar faces and at least one kangaroo
On The Magicians, knowing the system is rigged to crush you is part of becoming an adult
The Syfy show’s terrific second season succeeded thanks to a surprising thematic depth.