DVD/Streaming Reviews

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A Hero Directed by Asghar Farhadi A powerful parable about ethics packed with moral complexity. Shadow
All Creatures Great and Small - Season 2 Directed by Brian Percival, Sasha Ransome, Andy Hay An emotionally rich character drama about a veterinary clinic in rural England. Love
Around the World in 80 Days Directed by Steve Barron, Brian Kelly, Charles Beeson A new adaptation of the classic adventure story focusing on challenges, friendships, courage, and love. Questing
Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not… Directed by Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson A thrilling mashup of concert film and social justice documentary. Beauty
Encanto Directed by Jared Brush, Byron Howard An exuberant celebration of community and the myriad ways we can co-create home. You
There Is No Evil Directed by Mohammad Rasoulof A quartet of moral parables about the death penalty and personal liberty. Justice
Lamb Directed by Valdimar Johannsson A well-acted fable about the demands and consequences of interacting with animals. Nurturing
The Card Counter Directed by Paul Schrader A character study of a gambler seeking redemption for his past actions as part of the American war machine. Shadow
Herself Directed by Phyllida Lloyd An inspiring story filled with moments of grace about a mother determined to build a safe home for her children. Hope
The Lost Daughter Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal A sobering drama about how motherhood can sometimes bring out our shadow sides. Shadow
Being the Ricardos Directed by Aaron Sorkin Behind-the-scenes of the popular sit-com with its accomplished and controlling stars. Love
Nightmare Alley Directed by Guillermo del Toro An eerie movie about carny life and a huckster that invites us into the spiritual practice of shadow. Shadow
The Hand of God Directed by Paolo Sorrentino A coming-of-age story about all the people and circumstances contributing to that magical moment when a future path becomes clear. Attention
Ailey Directed by Jamila Wignot A sweeping biofilm about the immensely creative Black choreographer and dancer. Imagination
Don't Look Up Directed by Adam McKay A thought-provoking parable, both funny and sad, about the reactions to the consequences of climate change. Shadow
The Loneliest Whale: The Search for 52 Directed by Joshua Zeman A scientific quest for a whale unable to communicate with other whales that is also a metaphor for loneliness in our times. Questing
The Power of the Dog Directed by Jane Campion A sly meditation on masculinity and power. Shadow
Beans Directed by Tracey Deer An indigenous girl's coming of age as a warrior protecting tribal lands. You
Azor Directed by Andreas Fontana A suspenseful drama about the woes of the wealthy during times of political uncertainties in Argentina. Shadow
I'm Your Man Directed by Maria Schrader A spunky sci-fi dramedy that asks some good questions about what humans want in relationships and if AI beings should have rights. Love
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