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The Hero Directed by Brett Haley A portrait of an old actor facing his mortality, flaws, heartbreak, and regrets. Love
The Big Sick Directed by Michael Showalter A hilarious and touching romantic comedy that qualifies as one of best films of 2017. Love
The Music of Strangers Directed by Morgan Neville A rounded and rousing look at the talented Silk Road Ensemble musical collective. Play
Abacus: Small Enough to Jail Directed by Steve James The little-known story of the trial of a Chinatown family-owned bank in the wake of the financial debacle of 2008. Justice
Beatriz at Dinner Directed by Miguel Arteta Drama about the values conflict between a New Age holistic healer and a famous real-estate tycoon. Shadow
The Reagan Show Directed by Pacho Velez, Sierra Pettengill An expose of how politics became spectacle during the Reagan Presidency. Meaning
Heat and Dust Directed by James Ivory Weaves a magical spell as an exploration of romance and as a sensitive cross-cultural study. Openness
Paris Can Wait Directed by Eleanor Coppola A diverting drama about the bounties of wonder, beauty, and the art of being present to the delights of the senses. Wonder
My Cousin Rachel Directed by Roger Michell A compelling costume drama that leaves us in the dark with the nettlesome emotion of not knowing. X-The Mystery
Dean Directed by Demetri Martin A touching dramedy about the different styles of grief. Meaning
The Passion of Augustine Directed by Lea Pool Intriguing drama about a musically gifted religious who creatively handles the many changes which come her way. Transformation
After the Storm Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda A touching story about a mad and sad blocked writer in the midst of a midlife breakdown. You
The Ottoman Lieutenant Directed by Joseph Ruben Portrait of a strong-willed 23-year-old American who sets off on an adventure. Love
Obit Directed by Vanessa Gould A quirky and engaging documentary about the obit beat of The New York Times. Meaning
The Circle Directed by James Ponsoldt A dystopian story that raises key questions about whether technology really serves the common good. Shadow
Wakefield Directed by Robin Swicord A dramedy worth seeing with an engrossing performance by Bryan Cranston. Love
Gifted Directed by Marc Webb Drama about an uncle's love and caretaking for his niece who is a young math prodigy. Love
Tommy's Honour Directed by Jason Connery A spunky portrait of two pioneers of professional golf. Questing
The Promise Directed by Terry George A well-acted drama about the Armenian genocide and three salutary individuals caught in a love triangle. Love
Norman: The Moderate Rise and Tragic Fall of a New Y… Directed by Joseph Cedar A charming drama about a wheeler-dealer who genuinely wants to connect people. You
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