A vibrant and realistic portrayal of a young girl forced to grow up too fast.

A subtle, atmospheric period film that draws on the same palette as Wong Kar-Wai’s signature film, In the Mood for Love.

Two teenage sons take on the roles as surrogate adults to care for their pill addicted mother.

The story of a family member returning home to take care of someone ailing is not new, but since Monica is told from a detailed trans perspective, it’s distinctive.

Anchored by a bold, fully embodied performance by Teyana Taylor, writer/director A.V. Rockwell’s feature debut is a mesmerizing New York City–set family drama.

With witchcraft, racism, a lesbian interracial affair, and even a case of arson in its mix, this French Alps–based fantasy thriller has a lot of potential to start fires.

Taxi’s Judd Hirsch Carol Kane reunite in this sentimental family dramedy that has a lot on its plate.

Charlotte Rampling stars as an ornery former war correspondent who doesn’t suffer fools gladly.

Of the dozen or so narrative films seen at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, this expansive and novelistic film from Pakistan takes the prize as the most illuminating.