Film-Forward

Musical

Inu-oh

This animated film transports viewers to a time when music was of paramount importance to storytelling.

West Side Story

The one individual who has the largest imprint on this 21st-century retelling is its screenwriter, Tony Kushner, more so than its director, Steven Spielberg. 

Tick, Tick…. BOOM!

For theater lovers, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s film will be manna from heaven.

Annette

Leo Carax’s new film is its own genre-defying work. Dreams, nightmares, and fantasies propel the audacious fable of star-crossed lovers.

The Prom

Broadway stars besiege a small Indiana town with musical numbers and narcissism.

David Byrne’s American Utopia

This highly choreographed concert features Byrne as an elder statesman of rock, with a relaxed and genial presence.

Aviva

Anytime dancing shows up, Aviva absolutely springs to life.

Teen Spirit

Talent, passion, and determination shake up the small worldview of a Polish-English teenage girl played by Elle Fanning, who carries the film.

Mary Poppins Returns

It’s as though the filmmakers of Mary Poppins Returns have stepped back in time—54 years to be exact—to continue the adventures of the firm and fantastical British nanny.