An Abortion Film That’s Both Topical and Timeless
In the Sundance drama Happening, the hardest part of one woman’s unwanted pregnancy is managing everyone else’s expectations.
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The Surprising Innovations of Jackass Forever
A franchise beloved for its anarchic pranksterism reinvents itself once more.
Hollywood Discovers the Middle-Aged Woman
Thanks to the streaming wars, stars in their 40s are finally getting interesting roles.
The Worst Person in the World Is Devastatingly Relatable
Joachim Trier’s film about an aimless 30-year-old is witty, empathetic, and one of the best movies of the year.
The Madness of Method Acting
Does acting need to be grueling to be good?
The Visual Histrionics of Cyrano
Peter Dinklage’s bold charisma is matched only by the splendor of the sets in Joe Wright’s film adaptation.
A Netflix Movie Echoing the Strain of Pandemic Parenting
The Lost Daughter is the rare film about a struggling mother that doesn’t excuse—or judge—her choices.
16 Indie Films to Get Excited About This Year
Here are the best movies to come out of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
The Power of the Dog Has a Queer Problem
Western films have long complicated the ideals of stoic masculinity. So what’s still so surprising about a queer cowboy?
An Electrifying Adaptation of a Murakami Short Story
In Drive My Car, a vehicle becomes a meditative space for confessions, regrets, and revelations.