A White, White Day
A beautifully paced character study disguised as a murder mystery that burns slowly, gradually raising the tension to the breaking point.
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The Burnt Orange Heresy
A classy chamber noir and an exquisitely modulated slow burn. For those interested in house porn, this movie is for you.
Little Joe
An attempt at sci-fi with stinging social commentary.
Watson
A profile of a gregarious, self-possessed, hugely entertaining environmentalist warrior.
Light from Light
Though there are spooky moments here and there, this is no horror film but a sensitive character study about a group of people edging their way out of loss.
Jojo Rabbit
Director Taika Waititi manages to maneuver through slapstick, sentimentality, comedy, and searing drama with aplomb.
Greener Grass
Suburban soccer moms engage in a passive-aggressive competition, with their husbands and sons as unknowing victims.
Mister America
The humor here is so dry, it’s arid.