Pieces of a Woman is at its most interesting in the opening 30 minutes. The film begins by showing the entire labor process of Martha (Vanessa Kirby),…
‘Wonder Woman 1984’ review: A messy follow-up that fails to live up to the character it’s trying to celebrate
Wonder Woman 1984, the follow-up to Wonder Woman (2017) that was everything its sequel is not, is a befuddling and oftentimes infuriating film to watc…
Movie review: ‘Promising Young Woman’ turns into the genre it’s trying to critique
Content warning: This article mentions rape and discusses disturbing subject matter. One of the most tired narratives in cinema is the rape-revenge st…
‘Soul’ review: Pixar’s latest mind-bending adventure is a symphony for the senses
Most people believe they were “born” to do something. And the latest Pixar movie directed by Pete Docter, who has repeatedly brought livel…
‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ review: August Wilson’s play comes to life in vivid detail
Adapting a play into a movie isn’t always easy, but you wouldn’t know that from watching director George C. Wolfe’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Based on…
‘The Prom’ review: Ryan Murphy’s forgettable musical romp
It doesn’t bear repeating how awful 2020 has been for the world, including for Broadway and high schoolers. For Broadway, all shows in New York City h…
‘Wild Mountain Thyme’ review: Romance is lost amid inconsistent storytelling
Wild Mountain Thyme is a wildly imbalanced ride from start to finish. It begins with scenic views of Ireland: gorgeous green meadows settling into the…