DVD/Streaming Reviews

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The Duke Directed by Roger Michell A true story about a elder who steals a painting in order to help others, demonstrating the philosophy of ubuntu. Kindness
After Yang Directed by Kogonada A slow-moving nudge to savor the complexities and connections of life. Attention
White Noise Directed by Noah Baumbach An unforgettable movie about family, disasters, consumerism, addiction, and finding meaning in surprising places. Love
Living Directed by Oliver Hermanus A well-crafted story about a bureaucrat's spiritual transformation in the face of death. Transformation
Nope Directed by Jordan Peele A sci-fi horror flick that raises some interesting questions about why aliens might come to Earth and what for. Shadow
Empire of Light Directed by Sam Mendes A tribute to how kindness creates friendships and how movies can be transformative. Kindness
Call Jane Directed by Phyllis Nagy An intimate account of a historical reproductive justice revolution. Justice
She Said Directed by Maria Schrader A quietly compassionate retelling of an early #MeToo movement moment. Justice
The Same Storm Directed by Peter Hedges A look at what is revealed about New York City residents during the pandemic lockdown. Connections
Lady Chatterley's Lover Directed by Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre Adaptation of D.H. Lawrence’s controversial novel placing the emphasis on love leading to a new life. Love
The Good House Directed by Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky Portrait of an accomplished real estate agent suffering from alcoholism and the disease of playing God. You
The Swimmers Directed by Sallie El Hosaini True story of two sisters who flee war-torn Syria and as refugees use their swimming skills to help and inspire others. Play
Mr. Harrigan's Phone Directed by John Lee Hancock A supernatural drama based on a Stephen King story that raises questions about cell phones. You
Tar Directed by Todd Field An invitation to ponder the spiritual complexities of power through the lens of the particular world of music, featuring a brilliant performance by Cate Blanchett. You
Thirteen Lives Directed by Ron Howard Drama based on the true story of the courage, persistence, and ingenuity of an international community rescuing 12 soccer players and their coach from a flooded cave in Thailand. Hope
Causeway Directed by Lila Neugebauer A convincing story about two wounded people who harvest a friendship out of pain and trauma. Love
Catherine Called Birdy Directed by Lena Dunham A raucous and ribald medieval comedy that will cheer independent adolescent girls. You
The Wonder Directed by Sebastian Lelio A mystery set in 1862 Ireland in which reason is pitted against faith as a nurse tries to figure out a so-called miracle. X-The Mystery
Till Directed by Chinonye Chukwu Inspiring and touching story of a Black mother whose bearing witness catalyzed the civil rights movement. Justice
See How They Run Directed by Tom George A whodunit with plenty of suspense where the focus is on the funny interactions of the detectives. Questing
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