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Hop aboard and take a bow for “Let Them All Talk”

Let Them All Talk
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Steven Soderbergh goes further back to his indie roots with a boatful of talent, loose style, and delightful improv.

Ashley Lara Posted on December 10, 2020December 9, 2020

“1917” Takes a Long, Thin Look at War

1917
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Sam Mendes’ WWI epic is an astounding technical achievement, but loses its soul on the way to razzle-dazzle.

Clint Worthington Posted on January 7, 2020January 7, 2020

The Christmas Spirit of the 1994 “Little Women”

Little Women 1994
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Gillian Armstrong’s 1994 adaptation of the Louisa May Alcott novel is a perfect balm for the holidays.

Shannon Campe Posted on December 23, 2019December 22, 2019

“American Beauty” as the Ultimate Boomer Opus

American Beauty
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Sam Mendes’ Best Picture winner is a flawed but evocative time capsule of ’90s middle-age anxiety.

Tim Stevens Posted on December 8, 2019December 8, 2019

The Highwaymen Review: Bonnie & Clyde Cop Chase Runs Out of Gas

THE HIGHWAYMEN
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Recounting the tale of the men who hunted down Bonnie and Clyde, The Highwaymen is far too trite and hokey for its own good.

Matt Cipolla Posted on March 25, 2019August 5, 2020
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