Film Reviews

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American Chaos Directed by James D. Stern Interviews with Trump supporters in the 2016 Presidential campaign that prove passion beats pragmatism. Listening
A-X-L Directed by Oliver Daly Intriguing sci-fi thriller that explores what can happen when robots become smarter than humans. Questing
Museo (Museum) Directed by Alonso Ruizpalacios An unconventional heist film with humor, heart, and smarts to spare. Yearning
City of Joy Directed by Madeline Garvin An inspiring story of compassion and service in a program training rape victims to be community leaders. Compassion
I Am Not a Witch Directed by Rungano Nyoni An assured and surreal interrogation of misogyny and superstition. Transformation
Pick of the Litter Directed by Dana Nachman, Don Hardy, Jr. A remarkably suspenseful account of the service dog training of five puppies. Kindness
We the Animals Directed by Jeremiah Zagar A poignant portrait of three brothers growing up amidst poverty and patriarchy who are seeking more from their lives. Questing
Alpha Directed by Albert Hughes An extraordinary film charting the relationship and interdependence between a wild wolf and youth led by his heart. Unity
The Cakemaker Directed by Ofir Raul Grazier A subtle, unexpected love story steeped in pain. Love
Madeline’s Madeline Directed by Josephine Decker A kinetic, surreal, and utterly unique coming-of-age drama. Questing
Do You Trust This Computer? Directed by Chris Paine An absorbing documentary on the implications of the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence. Meaning
The Bookshop Directed by Isabel Coixet A compelling performance by Emily Mortimer as a middle-aged woman who makes a courageous move. You
The Miseducation of Cameron Post Directed by Desiree Akhavan A sensitive exploration of sexuality, spirituality, and self-determination. Questing
Christopher Robin Directed by Marc Forster Charming story about an adult rediscovering his inner child. Play
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Directed by Mike Newell An adaptation of the bestselling novel about how books connect and inspire us. Connections
The Wife Directed by Bjorn Runge An intriguing film about a troubled marriage and a gigantic secret with an astonishing performance by Glenn Close. Love
Memoir of War (La Douleur) Directed by Emmanuel Finkiel An emotionally intelligent French film about a woman dealing with the losses of wartime. Love
A Whale of a Tale Directed by Megumi Sasai A Japanese documentary that returns to the small town featured in The Cove to record the continuing controversy over the killing of dolphins. Listening
BlacKkKlansman Directed by Spike Lee A stylish and satirical indictment of the legacy of white supremacy. Shadow
The Swan (Svanurinn) Directed by Asa Helga Hjorleifsdotirr A sober-minded and intense girl in Iceland deals with epiphanies about adults and nature. Transformation
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