Barry Levitt
Expertise
Animation, Queer Cinema, The Office
- Barry is an animation obsessive, regularly writing about all kinds of animation, and he co-hosted a major podcast series doing deep dives into every Disney animated classic.
- As part of an annual pilgrimage, Barry re-watches the Shrek franchise every year.
- He's an avid re-watcher, and can tell you everything you need to know about RuPaul's Drag Race, The Office, and many more.
Experience
Barry is a culture writer focusing on film and television. He contributes to The Daily Beast, SlashFilm, Vulture, i-D, LGBTQNation, and many more. He's passionate about LGBT+ representation in all forms, and is always keen to highlight hidden gems and underrated classics worthy of a second look.
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Stories By Barry Levitt
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Prison films are many movie fans' only experience with incarceration. In honor of this fascinating genre, here are the 45 best prison movies of all time.
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Discover the best of the best, the worst of the worst, and everything in between in this ranking of all of Nicole Kidman's film roles to date.
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These movies about money are enough to satisfy any film fan looking to examine the world of wealth in cinema.
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"South Park" has an extraordinary journey over its quarter-century on the air. Let's take a look at 25 of the show's popular characters ranked worst to best.
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Here are Washington's very best co-stars over the years.
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"Toy Story" has endured since its 1995 debut thanks to its phenomenal characters. Here are the 20 most popular "Toy Story" characters of all time ranked.
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The cast of "Degrassi: The Next Generation" tackled every hot-button issue under the sun. Here is what the "Degrassi: The Next Generation" cast is doing today.
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Do you love Piglet, Roo and Eeyore? Have you ever heard of Kessie and Darby? These are the sweetest, most lovable, popular "Winnie the Pooh" characters, ranked.
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From Dr. Nick to Homer and Bart, Ralph and Clancy Wiggum to Troy McClure (RIP), here are the greatest "Simpsons" characters of all time.
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Bob's Burgers has been on the air for over a decade, so it's bound to have some truly top-notch episodes. But which are the best of the beloved animated show?
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"Degrassi: The Next Generation" featured an expansive cast over its run. Here are the best characters in "Degrassi: The Next Generation" ranked by likability.
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"Degrassi: The Next Generation" followed students throughout their entire high school experience. Here are the best moments in "Degrassi: The Next Generation."
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Few shows have had such massive success as "The Office," the NBC sitcom that dominated screens for nine seasons from 2005 to 2013. Here's every season ranked.
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The romantic comedy is one of the cinema's most popular and enduring genres. Here are the top 10 romantic comedy movies according to the AFI.
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Each episode of "Black Mirror" tells a completely unique story that explores the way technology impacts our lives. Here are the most pause-worthy moments.
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What are the very finest Western films? That's a question the American Film Institute dared to answer with a list of the top 10 Westerns in cinema history.
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It's been a while since the "Fifty Shades of Grey" trilogy ended, leaving fans hungry for more. If you're one of them, here are 25 steamy movies you'll love.
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Sitcoms are a cherished element of our shared entertainment heritage. Here are the best ones to revisit.
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Let's take a look at movies like "Menace II Society" that crime fans need to see.
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The mystery genre has been going strong since the dawn of cinema, and there are tons of stories to see. Here are the top 10 mystery movies according to the AFI.
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When it comes to whittling things down to the very best films in the fantasy genre, the American Film Institute has created a definitive list.
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Julie Andrews has had a special place in our hearts since starring in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music. But which are her best movie and TV roles?
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Written by duo Gene Stupnitsky and Lee Eisenberg, "Good Boys" is one of the funniest movies of recent years. Here are 15 hilarious movies like it.
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In honor of her unforgettable career, we've put together some of Betty White's best appearances on camera. Here are Betty White's best TV and movie roles.
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Steven Spielberg has long enjoyed a reputation as one of the best American directors in cinematic history. But which of his films are the very best?
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Theaters came back in a big way in 2021. Which films reigned supreme at the box office this year? Here are the highest grossing movies of 2021.
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From "Santa Clarita Diet" to "When They See Us," these are the 31 best Netflix original series.