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Top Picks

Stray

Exquisite close-ups offer a glimpse into the souls of man’s best friend as they wander the chaotic streets of Istanbul.

The Father

For most of the drama, Anthony Hopkins is at his very best.

Supernova

A classy showcase for two of our finest actors.

Minari

If the skeleton of the family drama sounds somewhat familiar, the refreshing specificity of character and situation makes it feel new and unexpected.

Human Factors, Pleasure, Hive, Luzzu | Sundance Film Festival 2021

Viewers who had the good fortune to dive into the Sundance Film Festival’s programming this year have Europe to thank.

Beginning

A film in touch with deep currents of thought and artistry, it recalls Bergman, Ibsen and Strindberg, Kafka, and even some of the more vengeful verses of the Bible.

Flee | Sundance Film Festival 2021

Expertly paced and among the most suspenseful films in recent memory.

Identifying Features

A Mexican mother searches for her son, who vanished on his way to the U.S. border, and encounters the heart of darkness.

Some Kind of Heaven

This intriguing, often surreal documentary takes place in the largest retirement community in the United States, a supposed paradise for retirees.