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Feb 17, 2017

‘A Cure for Wellness’ Conjures Ill Feelings

The new horror thriller is too long and absurd, and is occasionally gratuitous.

Jan 13, 2017

Almodovar’s Stylish ‘Julieta’ Lacks Substance

The director’s adaptation of Alice Munro’s short stories is unsatisfying.

Dec 23, 2016

Based On An Incredible True Story, ‘Lion’ Will Make You Cry In Spite Of Itself

A lost 5-year-old Indian boy is adopted by an Australian couple. Two decades later, he makes his way back.

Dec 15, 2016

‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ Won’t Make You Long For ‘Rogue Two’

Though it’s far from the worst entry in the series.

Dec 09, 2016

Isabelle Huppert Shines In The Understated Drama ‘Things to Come’

Isabelle Huppert is riveting as a professor enduring a difficult period.

Nov 23, 2016

‘Moana’ Adopts Disney Formula To Hawaiian Myth With Energy and Pizazz

The animated movie doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it has plenty going for it.

Nov 18, 2016

Real-Life Boxing Drama ‘Bleed For This’ Doesn’t Land Its Punches

Miles Teller is simply unconvincing as a struggling boxer.

Nov 11, 2016

‘Loving’ Simplifies A Historic And Complex Civil Rights Case

The film reduces it to a tale of love conquering all.

Nov 11, 2016

Alien Visitors In ‘Arrival’ Seem To Ask: Can’t We All Get Along?

You’ve seen this before; but today it may have a different resonance.

Oct 28, 2016

Sex And Violence Make ‘The Handmaiden’ A Thrilling Period Drama

It’s not for the faint-hearted, but it is one of the best movies of the year.

 
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