“Faye” Review: The Making of Hollywood’s Most Difficult Woman
The new HBO documentary, directed by Laurent Bouzereau, attempts to reclaim the narrative for Faye Dunaway.
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“Mickey 17” Review: Pattinson Dies (Well, a Lot) But Capitalism Lives On
In Mickey 17, Bong Joon Ho returns with a clone (or two) of an idea that feels both futuristic and strangely familiar.
“The Last Showgirl” Review: When The Glitter Settles
At its core, The Last Showgirl is about identity. It meditates on the brutal honesty required to know where your talent lies.
I’m Still Here Review: When the Past Won’t Stay Silent
With his latest film, I’m Still Here, Walter Salles brings to the screen a deeply personal and politically urgent story.
“Queer” Review: Hon, Come As You Are
Guadagnino’s 2024 adaptation of Queer is based on the slim but powerful 1985 William S. Burroughs novella of the same name
Presence Review: Welcome to Soderbergh’s Haunted House
If you’re in the mood for something stranger, Presence is exactly the kind of cinematic experiment that you need to sign up for.
Running on Principles: Revisiting Chariots of Fire
Set in the aftermath of World War I, Chariots of Fire captures a moment in time when the world was trying to figure out what came next.
The Brutalist Review: Wrecking Ball to the American Dream
The Brutalist: a post-World War II immigrant architect chasing a better, safer life—in a country that often does not seem to want him.
Anora Review: Tinsel In Her Hair, Hole In Her Heart
Anora reflects the struggles, desires, and quiet triumphs of people who rarely get to see themselves on screen.
There’s Still Tomorrow Review: The Film That Italians Chose Over Barbie and Oppenheimer
Even within the grim tableau of There’s Still Tomorrow, director Cortellesi finds moments of humanity and even humor.
Babygirl Review: Pornhub Vibes and an A-List Cast
Baby Girl is ambitious in tackling power, submission, shame, and desire. The problem is, ambition is not always enough.
Bunny Lake Is Missing Review: 60 Years Since She Disappeared
Beyond its production history, Bunny Lake Is Missing is fascinating for its bold approach to taboo subjects.
The Night of the Hunter Turns 70: Mother Goose with a Shotgun Meets a Madman
The Night of the Hunter may have flopped in its time, but its influence is undeniable. It is as relevant today as it was unsettling in 1955.
A Real Pain Review: A Tender Journey of Heartache and Humor
A Real Pain is not just about one family’s trauma (as if that was not too much already); it is about all of us.
“Parthenope” Review: Sorrentino’s Love-Hate Letter to Naples
Naples in Parthenope looks like paradise; the film bathes its landscapes in a golden, almost mythical glow.
Nightbitch Review: Wildly Unfiltered Womanhood
At its core, Nightbitch is about a woman struggling to reconcile her past identity with her new role as a stay-at-home mother.
Heretic Review: Run Fast If You Hear The Words “Magic Underwear”
Heretic taps into the quiet terror of being trapped in a house, with nowhere to run and only your wits to rely on.
Juror #2 Review: Mr. Eastwood, We’re Not Ready to Say Goodbye
Juror #2 feels like the kind of movie you’d expect from Eastwood—slow-burn, tension-filled, brimming with idealistic notions about justice…
“Maria” Review: The Mandrax-Fueled Danse Macabre of La Divina
In Maria (2024), a biographical psychological drama, the legendary opera singer Maria Callas is deconstructed by director Pablo Larraín.
“Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1” Review: All Smoke and No Signal
If you’re a die-hard western fan with the patience of a saint, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 might be worth your time.
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