Film Reviews

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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 Sasaki 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
Eighth Grade Directed by Bo Burnham A fascinating and nuanced portrait of a 13-year-old compulsive cell phone user yearning for connections. Connections
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again Directed by Ol Parker Prequel and sequel to the musical and movie propelled by the jubilant music of Abba. Love
The King Directed by Eugene Jarecki Documentary about the rise and decline of Elvis Presley as a metaphor for the rise and decline of America. Meaning
Puzzle Directed by Marc Turtletaub A lovely film about friendship and the challenges of middle age. Transformation
Far From the Tree Directed by Rachel Dretzin Documentary about the challenges of raising difficult children. You
Leave No Trace Directed by Debra Granik A thoughtful story about a father and daughter who discover that kindness is good medicine. Kindness
Woman Walks Ahead Directed by Susanna White A portal into the Western frontier revealing the prevalence of racism and sexism. Reverence
Won't You Be My Neighbor? Directed by Morgan Neville An inspiring portrait that reveals how Mister Rogers showed children that they are loved and capable of loving. Love
Damsel Directed by David and Nathan Zellner A quirky postmodern Western about sexual politics where whiny men are dominated by a tough woman who doesn't need saving. Questing
The Catcher Was a Spy Directed by Ben Lewin The true story of a baseball player who loves both games and secrets. You
Five Seasons: The Gardens of Piet Oudolf Directed by Thomas Piper An enchanting tour led by the world's most famous garden designer and avid plant lover. Imagination
Zoo Directed by Colin McIvor A fine family film that shows the importance of protecting animals. Reverence
First Reformed Directed by Paul Schrader A slow movie classic which explores a rainbow mix of religious and spiritual themes. Faith
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