Film-Forward

Foreign

Monster

A film of tremendous unease that adults experience on behalf of children and children experience between themselves.

La Syndicaliste

An efficient but otherwise less than compelling addition to the whistleblower canon, starring Isabelle Huppert.

The Strangler

An intriguing, elegantly-crafted psychological portrait that is a hidden gem in the horror genre.

Eureka, La Práctica, The Settlers | NYFF 2023

Who could have anticipated that the most fiery and impactful revitalization the western genre has received in years would come in the form of a Chilean period piece about a horseback expedition of mercenaries riding across Tierra del Fuego?

Fallen Leaves | NYFF 2023

At a fleet 81 minutes, Aki Kaurismäki’s latest film exemplifies a slim version of the director’s perfected brand of tragicomedy.

In Our Day/In Water | NYFF 2023

It’s been an almost routine occurrence to see two of his films included in the New York Film Festival, and this year is no exception.

Anatomy of a Fall | NYFF 2023

Ambiguity conspicuously reigns supreme in this enigma. Expect many post-screening conversations, and some frustration, to ensue.

More Than Ever

Vicky Krieps provides the emotional depth in an honestly realized drama that never sinks to unnecessary melodrama.

The Teachers’ Lounge | TIFF 2023

Ilker Catak’s pressure cooker drama has been chosen as Germany’s Best International Feature Oscar submission for 2023.