10 Thoughts On ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ ✦
The 2016 film attempted to redefine what a ‘Star Wars’ movie could be and made the widely embraced spin-off ‘Andor’ possible. So why does it still feel like an outlier?
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Open Question: What '90s Indie Classic Could Inspire a Pretty Good Remake? ✦
We now have two takes on 'The Wedding Banquet.' Do any other golden age indies lend themselves to a new version?
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In Review: 'Sinners,' 'The Shrouds,' 'The Wedding Banquet'
This week's new films include a Ryan Coogler thriller, a David Cronenberg chiller, and an update of a classic '90s comedy.
#60 (tie): 'Moonlight': The Reveal discusses all 100 of Sight & Sound’s Greatest Films of All Time
Barry Jenkins' second film explores yearning, addiction, sadness, and resilience via a lyrical coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of Miami.
Open Question: Who should make more comedies? ✦
Some actors have not gotten (or taken) enough chances to be funny.
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In Review: 'Warfare,' 'Drop,' 'The Amateur'
This week, Alex Garland heads into battle (again), Meghann Fahy has a rough first date, and Rami Malek leaves his desk job at the CIA.