Film-Forward

Drama

The Report

Take a deep dive into the U.S. Senate’s investigation of the CIA’s use of detention and enhanced interrogation techniques.

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.

Monsters and Men

A complex portrait of New York City law enforcement and the citizenry.

All About Nina

A timely film centering on a young female comedian with a host of personal issues.

Puzzle

Jigsaw puzzles as a vehicle for women’s lib.

Blame

A contemporary twist on Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.

Frank & Lola

Their relationship may be rotten, but the revenge it inspires is so very sweet.

Imperium

It might take the discrepancy of a former boy wizard shaving his head to pique your interest, but you should have a lot to mull over when the credits roll.

I Smile Back

It would be a gross understatement to say that I Smile Back is a bit of a downer. The film covers depression, drug use, and childhood trauma, among other things. The story itself is fairly straightforward, but it’s the main performance that makes the experience worthwhile: Sarah Silverman commits completely to an extremely challenging character. […]