Johnny Depp ably portrays photographer W. Eugene Smith on his most famous assignment.
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Johnny Depp ably portrays photographer W. Eugene Smith on his most famous assignment.
A gripping crime caper in which the nature of the caper remains ever elusive, “The Whistlers” also reveals a deep humanity.
Ken Loach’s latest stunner about the working class is the year’s most important film.
The Oscar-nominated Polish dramedy is a witty, moving exploration of faith that challenges and inspires viewers rather than panders to them.
The hyper-political Brazilian film transcends languages and borders with a potent universal message.
Jesse Eisenberg is future world-famous mime Marcel Marceau, who fought in the French Resistance, in this compelling World War II drama.
The charming indie comedy offers refreshingly straightforward depictions of abortion, gay parenting, and postpartum depression.
The dopey action flick might have stood a chance with a talented star and director.
Pete Davidson and Griffin Gluck are a comedic dream team in this offbeat coming-of-age comedy.
Benh Zeitlin’s unfortunate Peter Pan riff has much in common with his bafflingly celebrated “Beasts of the Southern Wild.”
Will Forte and a talented Irish cast are hilarious in this silly paranormal comedy.
Some viewers may be offended, but a fine lead performance by Betty Gilpin makes this dark comedy worth checking out.
Anne Dagg has been labeled the “Jane Goodall of giraffe research,” but her story is in many ways the more remarkable one.
Michael Winterbottom and Steve Coogan keep their winning streak intact with this hilarious yet sobering satire on wealth inequality in the fashion industry.
Superb performances by Liam Neeson and Lesley Manville create a familiar portrait of a long-term couple, but their isolation limits the movie’s achievement.
The somber Russian drama is a remarkably mature and accomplished film.
Ben Affleck and Gavin O’Connor continue their, er, winning streak with this generally non-cliché blending of alcoholism and sports tropes.
All the new releases I saw in 2019, ranked from worst to best. Part Five covers films 1-50.
All the new releases I saw in 2019, ranked from worst to best. Part Four covers films 51-100.
All the new releases I saw in 2019, ranked from worst to best. Part Three covers films 101-150.