JEFFREY WELLS

Wilton, Connecticut

Jeffrey Wells is a contributor to the New York Sun

Jeffrey Wells writes the film website ‘Hollywood Elsewhere.’

Latest Articles

Camila Mendes and Nicholas Galitzine in 'Masters of the Universe.' — Amazon MGM Studios

‘Masters of the Universe’ Is a Breezy Blockbuster That Glides Without Soaring

Powered by an above-average star turn from Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, ‘Masters of the Universe’ is a distinct improvement on the 1987 version.

By JEFFREY WELLS

|Jun 4, 2026|

Culture

At Cannes Film Festival, ‘Paper Tiger’ Roars and the Lothario Life of David Lean Revisited

The world’s biggest film festival paid attention to a thriller, starring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson, but the same couldn’t be said for John Travolta’s directorial debut.

By JEFFREY WELLS

|May 25, 2026|

Culture

Jessica Chastain attends the Cannes Film Festival. — Andreas Rentz/Getty Images

The Cannes Film Festival: A Hotbed of Bold Films, Beautiful People, and Ugly Rumors

Highlights of the largest film festival in the world include Wim Wenders taking the New York Times to task and Spike Lee and Mickey Rourke sparring over the LA riots.

By JEFFREY WELLS

|May 16, 2026|

Culture