Film-Forward

Boogie

A coming-of-age story and a sports drama, from the point of view of a Chinese American basketball prodigy.

Night of the Kings

A sweeping, slightly surreal prison drama that highlights the need for storytelling.

My Octopus Teacher

This dazzlingly photographed and surprisingly tender documentary centers on the burgeoning relationship between a middle-aged filmmaker and the titular scene-stealer.

The Father

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

The Vigil

A horror film that mixes the atmosphere of a haunted house flick with Judeo-centric themes of sin and forgiveness.

’Til Kingdom Come

The symbiotic relationship between right-wing Christian evangelicals and Jewish Israelis is explored with uneven and wishy-washy strokes.

Cherry

Directed by MCU masterminds Joe and Anthony Russo, Cherry tackles a lot of issues: youthful malaise, PTSD, the opioid crisis, and Midwestern economic collapse.

Truth to Power

If you are a fan of the band System of a Down, Truth to Power is essential. If you are into political activism, you will find a kindred spirit.

Two of Us | The World to Come

What’s with the recent spate of dark dramas built around forbidden lesbian love?