Stray
By Benjamin Tran March 4, 2021
Exquisite close-ups offer a glimpse into the souls of man’s best friend as they wander the chaotic streets of Istanbul.
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The Father
By Andrew Plimpton February 26, 2021
For most of the drama, Anthony Hopkins is at his very best.
Supernova
By Paul Weissman February 11, 2021
A classy showcase for two of our finest actors.
Minari
By Andrew Plimpton
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
By Kent Turner February 8, 2021
Viewers who had the good fortune to dive into the Sundance Film Festival’s programming this year have Europe to thank.
Beginning
By Caroline Ely February 5, 2021
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
By Kent Turner February 1, 2021
Expertly paced and among the most suspenseful films in recent memory.
Identifying Features
By Guillermo Lopez Meza January 21, 2021
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
By Phil Guie January 15, 2021
This intriguing, often surreal documentary takes place in the largest retirement community in the United States, a supposed paradise for retirees.