A Film That Throws Out the War-Movie Playbook
In Alex Garland’s new military drama, soldiers spend as much time waiting around as they do in battle.
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The Box-Office Smash That Left Me Cold
The new Minecraft movie ignores what makes the video game so special.
When Young People Stop Imagining a Future
At its best, The Teacher captures the intimate horrors of life under harrowing circumstances.
The Best Way to Understand Val Kilmer
Even in his tiniest roles, the late actor made big impressions.
Jonathan Majors Is Looking for Redemption. Will He Find It?
The actor wants back in the industry’s good graces, but his new movie, Magazine Dreams—and the surrounding press tour—isn’t enough.
The Lesson Snow White Should Teach Disney
The studio’s latest live-action remake shows hints of courage—but only hints.
The Supply Closet That Film Geeks Love
A trip to the Criterion Closet is a dream for directors, actors, and their cinephile fans.
How to Make an Instantly Forgettable, Very Expensive Movie
The Russo brothers’ Avengers films took hold of popular culture, but the directors have yet to repeat that kind of success.
A Thriller That Knows Not to Overstay Its Welcome
With Black Bag, Steven Soderbergh makes the case for his own ruthless efficiency.
A ‘Slow Movie’ in the Best Possible Way
The film Eephus celebrates the beautiful, blissful anticipation of baseball.