In 'The Gambler,' James Caan stakes his swagger against the house
The late actor embodied masculinity for a generation, but it was always more complicated than it seemed.
In Review: 'Both Sides of the Blade,' 'Fire of Love,' and 'Murina'
Passion animates three recommended films this week, including a Claire Denis love triangle, a Sundance hit about married volcanologists, and a Croatian Camera D'Or winner.
Elvis: The ’69 Comedown
Elvis Presley cemented his '68 comeback with some of the best music he ever recorded. His attempt to reboot his film career during that period met a different fate.
In Review: 'Thor: Love and Thunder'
Taika Waititi tries to recapture the irreverent fun of 'Thor: Ragnarok,' but his lightness registers more like indifference.
In Review: 'Flux Gourmet,' 'Mr. Malcom's List'
Sonic caterers? A charming Jane Austen homage? Both await you in this week's reviews.
Against Empathy: On the righteous anti-humanity of Lars Von Trier's 'Dogville'
Von Trier's immigration allegory squares up to society's destructive impulses.