True History of the Kelly Gang
By Andrew Plimpton April 23, 2020
Striking, at times exhilarating, but ultimately uneven, the adaptation of Peter Carey’s novel is a fascinating addition to the depictions of the outlaw Ned Kelly.
Striking, at times exhilarating, but ultimately uneven, the adaptation of Peter Carey’s novel is a fascinating addition to the depictions of the outlaw Ned Kelly.
A classy chamber noir and an exquisitely modulated slow burn. For those interested in house porn, this movie is for you.
The March sisters are back, and Greta Gerwig’s got ‘em, but do moviegoers need another movie of Louisa May Alcott’s family saga?
Distrust of the federal government’s machinations and suspicion of journalists permeate Clint Eastwood’s account of the 1996 Summer Olympics bombing.
Judi Dench stars in this adaptation of Jennie Rooney’s 2013 novel, which was inspired by the real case of “granny spy” Melita Norwood.
The score composed by Nicholas Britell propels the entire film, even when the onscreen energy sags.
Lucas Hedges confirms he is one of the most insightful, understated, yet go-for-broke young actors around.
Actor Paul Dano makes an impressively auspicious debut as a director.
Less than two years after its publication, the young adult best seller by Angie Thomas fast tracks its way to the big screen.