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“Proxima” is a beautifully moving story among the stars

Proxima
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Eva Green stars as a female astronaut who overcomes sexism and her own doubts for a journey into the universe.

Sarah Gorr Posted on November 5, 2020November 5, 2020

Les Misérables Review: France Is Dead, Vive la France

Les Misérables
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Ladj Ly’s feature debut mines neorealism to solid effect, but its contrivances prevent it from making a fully-realized social comment.

Matt Cipolla Posted on January 14, 2020July 2, 2020

NYFF 57: “Varda by Agnes” Takes You to Film School

Varda by Agnes
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The late filmmaker’s final project was hosting a warm & fascinating look at her extraordinary seven decade career.

Gena Radcliffe Posted on October 9, 2019September 26, 2019

NYFF 57: “Zombi Child” Conjures Up a Confounding, Eerie Tale

Zombi Child
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Bertrand Bonello writes & directs a genre defying story about teenage passion & the thin veil between life & death.

Gena Radcliffe Posted on September 27, 2019September 19, 2019

Countdown to Goodbye: An Unofficial Modern Queer Trilogy

Weekend / Call Me By Your Name / Sorry Angel
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A look at three unforgettable portrayals of love & heartbreak to suit all your tearjerker needs.

Matthew St. Clair Posted on June 27, 2019June 26, 2019

This Magnificent Cake! Review: Five Slices of an Interconnected Story

This Magnificent Cake!
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While the macabre stop-motion animation of this animated anthology is sweet, its approach to colonialism leaves a bitter taste in the mouth.

Theo Estes Posted on April 6, 2019August 6, 2020
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