MacGuffin or Meaning: Film & TV Reviews and Reflections alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

A comedian-writer-director in NYC trying to make things & make sense of things.

Likely audience: Film critics

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

From recent posts: Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts publishes critical essays on biotech fraud, medical ethics, and clinical trial methodology. The publication targets readers interested in the intersection of science, technology…

Likely audience: biotech industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Bucky Sinister publishes weekly literary criticism, book reviews, and cultural recaps featuring topics like film, crime fiction, and genre debates. The publication mixes essays, interviews, and list formats for readers…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Chance Meeting publishes in-depth investigative journalism and long-form essays on high-profile social issues, specifically focusing on the Jeffrey Epstein case and the Theranos scandal. The publication targets an…

Likely audience: Human rights advocates

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Hollywood Woketopia publishes film and television criticism that frequently critiques Hollywood's progressive storytelling and political messaging. The publication targets an audience interested in cultural analysis…

Likely audience: Film critics and cinephiles

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

Notes, essays, reviews and anything else on the cinema that's turning my flesh to film‼️

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 10 days ago

I’m a menopausal feminist lady who once wrote a book about Rastafari and Ethiopia and tends to obsess over pop culture, music, art and education. I’ve written for a number of places, here I write for myself and anyone…

Likely audience: Journalists and writers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Books + Bits publishes a weekly cultural roundup featuring book reviews, film analysis, and social commentary alongside occasional contributor essays on specific literary topics. The publication targets an audience…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

A new podcast episode every Tuesday and a new essay every Friday. Created by Shea Serrano, author of five New York Times bestsellers.

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

From recent posts: Mint Lounge publishes a weekly rotating mix of cultural essays, film reviews, and lifestyle features covering Indian politics, sports, cuisine, and technology. The publication targets a general audience interested in…

Likely audience: Cultural critics and arts enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Mediabistro publishes weekly industry news covering mergers, layoffs, AI impacts, and specific production trends for media professionals.

Likely audience: Media industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Doc Voices publishes weekly interviews with documentary filmmakers and industry professionals covering topics like mentorship, representation, and production challenges. The publication targets audiences interested in…

Likely audience: Documentary filmmakers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Telling the Bees publishes a mix of book reviews, literary analysis, and cultural essays covering contemporary fiction, genre adaptations, and media representation of women and queer identity.

Likely audience: book club members

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Hope For Film publishes long-form essays, interviews, and industry analysis focused on the economics, culture, and labor conditions of the film and television sectors. The publication targets filmmakers, industry…

Likely audience: Film industry professionals

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beehiivWeekly · last post 4 days ago

Your weekly prep for a creative life in a weird world from Warren Ellis, creator of global top 10 show CASTLEVANIA on Netflix, NYT and Amazon Top 100 best-selling author of GUN MACHINE, NORMAL and TRANSMETROPOLITAN…

Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Book clubs, book events, podcasts. Formerly Warscapes magazine 🇵🇸🍉

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts and documentary viewers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

Bienvenue sur la newsletter d'InPower, le média qui vous aide à reprendre le pouvoir.

Likely audience: women interested in self-care

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: Antony Loewenstein publishes a series of personal narratives and reports on the Israel-Palestine conflict, Gaza humanitarian crisis, and related global politics. The content is exclusively authored by Loewenstein and…

Likely audience: Independent journalists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

The unvarnished, naked truth about living, working, loving, moving, and surviving in a woman’s body. Winner of the 2025 Webby Award for Best Independent Publisher and two-time 2026 Webby Award Nominee for the same…

Likely audience: Human rights advocates

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

Ogni 15 giorni un po' del mio mondo, se vi piace Supernova.

Likely audience: Comedy fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Sami Sage Says features a rotating mix of film analysis, cultural commentary, and breaking news updates covering US politics, international relations, and health policy.

Likely audience: Moviegoers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Colu Cooks is a weekly food and lifestyle publication featuring home cooking recipes, dining reviews, and personal updates from a wine industry professional. The newsletter mixes recipe development with lifestyle…

Likely audience: Home cooks and food enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 28, 2026

From recent posts: Molly Movie Club publishes weekly episodes featuring film reviews and discussions on pop culture, often tied to Kickstarter campaigns for its own graphic novel series. The publication targets movie enthusiasts and fans…

Likely audience: Podcast listeners

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

From recent posts: The Squawk publishes weekly mailbag segments and occasional essays covering film industry news, celebrity gossip, and pop culture controversies. Its audience consists of readers interested in entertainment journalism…

Likely audience: Film enthusiasts

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