Zach Schonfeld
Senior Writer
Zach Schonfeld is a senior writer for Newsweek. Previously, he was an editorial fellow for The Wire and an editor for PopMatters.com. He's a graduate of Wesleyan University, where he was editor of the campus blog Wesleying and a recipient of an Olin Fellowship to study historic preservation. His writing has also appeared on The AV Club, Rolling Stone, The Nation, TIME, The Atlantic, The Rumpus, Noisey, and other publications.
Mike Shinoda on Chester Bennington's Death
"They talk about stages of grief. I always thought that meant they happened in order."
Jonathan Safran Foer Reflects on 'Eating Animals'
If Foer's book "Eating Animals" didn't make you a vegetarian, the new film adaptation just might.
Christopher Plummer Is Just Getting Started
He couldn't wait to become a character actor, leaving 'The Sound of Music' far behind. "So boring, being a leading actor," says the now 88-year-old Academy Award winner.
The Horror Movie Skeptic's Guide to 'Hereditary'
We have answers to all your questions, without giving anything away.
What 'The Truman Show' Got Right, 20 Years Later
Director Peter Weir reflects on the 20th anniversary of 'The Truman Show,' a film so disturbingly ahead of its time it has spawned its own delusion.
What It Was Like to Report on RFK's Assassination
"You just wanted to put your arms around him and say, ‘Bobby, it’s gonna be OK.'"
An Exclusive Clip From New Steven Tyler Documentary
His journey to a country career in Nashville is the subject of a new documentary, 'Steven Tyler: Out on a Limb.'
What About Philip Roth's Nonfiction?
Roth was known for such classics as "Portnoy's Complaint" and "American Pastoral." But he was also an astute writer of memoirs and essays.
Ralph Steadman On Gonzo Journalist Hunter Thompson
Remember that time Hunter S. Thompson got stoned and missed the Rumble in the Jungle boxing fight? This artist does.
The Remarkable Story of Liz Phair's 'Girly-Sound' Tapes
The true stories behind the legendary 1991 recordings that led to her Gen-X classic "Exile in Guyville."
Jason Reitman on 'Tully' and Its Critics
The filmmaker seeks to break a parenthood taboo: 'We're only supposed to say it’s this delightful blessing that completes us, and that’s it. The truth is, it’s scary.'
Meric Long Explains Every Song on His New Album
How death, Devo and an inherited collection of vintage synthesizers inspired a bittersweet new album from the Dodos singer.
Every Bon Jovi Album Ranked, From Worst to Best
When Jon Bon Jovi says he’s "seen a million faces and rocked them all," it’s technically an understatement
'Tully' Review: A Funny and Dark Motherhood Movie
Jason Reitman's new film is an uncomfortable and funny story about an exhausted mom.
A High School Teacher Explains History to Kanye West
The rapper tweeted, "Republicans were the ones [who] helped black people." It's a little more complicated than that.
Kanye West Calls Emma González His Hero—It's Not Mutual
The teenage activist apparently isn't impressed by Kanye West's recent behavior.
Meet the Comic Who Mocked Trump Staffers to Their Face
Conservatives were appalled when "Daily Show" comedian Michelle Wolf roasted President Donald Trump's sex life and Sarah Huckabee Sanders's job performance.
Ellen Burstyn Is Still a Screen Goddess
The 85-year-old star talks about her new film, "The House of Tomorrow," her Buckminster Fuller crush and why "Get Out" is the new "Exorcist."
Playing Ping-Pong with Spain's Most Fun Rock Band
Hinds, a band from Madrid, is living the indie-rock dream: "We don’t have to die tomorrow to be cool today."
The Pulitzer Prize Winner Who Now Works at a Brewery
“I have a lot of complicated feelings about this photo,” said Kelly of his image.
On the Brink of Insanity with Danish Punk Band Iceage
Four punk teens from Copenhagen formed Iceage a decade ago. Now they're growing up with an album of goth-rock fury.
A Guide to the Unsolved Mysteries of Chappaquiddick
What really happened the night Ted Kennedy drove his car off a bridge? A new movie attempts to find out.
Kurt Cobain's Wisdom: Nine Memorable Quotes From Singer
Kurt Cobain died 24 years ago today. Revisit some of his best quotes.
Inside the Bad Movie Renaissance
"The Disaster Artist" turned the making of a cinematic turkey into award season gold. But is "The Room" really the best worst movie ever made?
Exclusive Clip From Nick Cave's New Concert Film
If the devil had a theme song, it would be "Red Right Hand."
John Oliver Exposes the Injustice of Immigration Courts
The HBO host revealed some shocking truths about our country's immigration court system—including the fact that children as young as 3 or 4 are required to defend themselves.
Before Video Killed the Radio Star: The Legacy of WLIR
A new documentary explores the role of Long Island's WLIR in introducing new wave music to American audiences.
John Goodman Discusses Alcoholism in 'Today' Interview
The 65-year-old actor resumes his role as Dan Conner on the sitcom "Roseanne."
Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda to Release First Solo Album
Eight months since Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington died, Shinoda is channeling his grief into music.
Corey Feldman Shares Disturbing Details of 'Stabbing'
He believes it might be retaliation for speaking out about child abuse in Hollywood.
Going to Concerts Helps You Live Longer, Study Claims
Seeing live music increases feelings of well-being by 21 percent. That's good for your health, a researcher said.
Alice Cooper Opens Up About His Born-Again Christianity
"There’s nothing in Christianity that says I can’t be a rock star."