Film-Forward

Festivals

Ascension | Tribeca Festival

It’s a lot to ask a filmmaker to take a 97-minute snapshot of a country. Yet the result here is purposeful and often mesmerizing.

The Kids | Tribeca Festival

Three cast members of 1995’s Kids have reclaimed their narratives and co-produced an unexpurgated version of the indie hit’s history.

7 Days | Tribeca Festival

An awkward date leads to an awkward quarantine, albeit one that makes for one of the better pandemic-centric movies to date.

The Price of Freedom | Tribeca Festival

Judd Ehrlich’s inquisitive documentary examines the NRA’s dominance over American politics.

No Future | Tribeca Festival

A penetrating drama that wears its emotions on its sleeve to highlight the damaging effects of addiction.

Roaring 20’s | Tribeca Festival

A film ripe for this moment. It exemplifies the freedom of emerging from Covid-19 lockdown.

Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain | Tribeca Festival

A portrait emerges of a man who, despite living the best of adventures, dealt with personal demons that grew the more he evolved on-camera.

Werewolves Within | Tribeca Festival

A party game–turned–video game is now a whodunit murder-mystery.

My Heat Can’t Beat Unless You Tell It To; Shapeless; Ultrasound | Tribeca Festival 2021

Some horror/sci-fi titles about the unknown, the macabre, the potentially supernatural are perfect viewing for those seeking catharsis post-2020.