CIFF 2025: The Beauty of the Donkey, The Eyes of Ghana, Below the Clouds
On three ambitious documentaries from this year’s Chicago film festival.
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CIFF 2025: “Wind, Talk to Me,” “Brand New Landscape,” “The Girl in the Snow”
On three projects from new directors at the Chicago International Film Festival.
The Breadth of Humanity: Yorgos Lanthimos & Will Tracy on “Bugonia”
A conversation with director Yorgos Lanthimos and writer Will Tracy on their new film, Bugonia.
Season 2 of Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” Keeps the Formula With Some Improvements
There’s a reason so many love stories are about the initial courtship—it makes for good drama in a way the work of making relationships function just doesn’t.
CIFF 2025: Silent Friend, Calle Malaga, Belén
On three of this year’s international dramas from the Chicago International Film Festival.
HBO’s “IT: Welcome to Derry” Feels too Much Like a Sideshow in the Stephen King Circus
This vision of Derry too often feels like one of those Hollywood backlots: all the facades look right, but there’s nothing behind them.
CIFF 2025: The Stranger, Franz, Kontinental ’25
On new films from three international masters: Ozon, Holland, and Jude.
How to Define Freedom: Nia DaCosta on “Hedda”
An interview with the writer/director of this week’s Hedda.
11 Times That D’Angelo Made a Movie Better with his Music
A tribute to D’Angelo through how his music shaped some classic films (and one video game).
In Mubi’s “Hal & Harper,” Cooper Raiff Has a Hard Time Growing Up
What elevates the show’s hazy presentation, though, is the performances of Reinhart and Ruffalo.
The 11 Best Body-Swap Movies, Ranked
With “Good Fortune” entering theaters, we break down some of our favorite tales of switched identities.
William Fichtner Transforms AMC’s “Talamasca” Into Something Worthwhile
A review of the new show set in Anne Rice’s universe, one stolen by a great character actor.
I Wanted Them to Be Weird: Director John McPhail on Mixing Genres and Encouraging Actors in “Grow”
An interview with the director behind the new family film.
In the Third Season of “The Diplomat,” It’s All Upsides and Distances, Darling
It’s easy to see why “The Diplomat” is Emmy-nominated; this show deserves the praise.
“Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy” is a Tough but Important Watch
A haunting series that emphasizes the humanity of the victims and the loss they experienced to their loved ones and the world.
Nothing Closes the Doors to Creating: Jafar Pahani on “It Was Just an Accident”
An interview with the acclaimed Iranian director about his latest work of cinematic resistance.
“Battlefield 6” Seeks to Reclaim the Front Line of Multiplayer Shooters
A review of the triumphant return of Battlefield.
Chaz Ebert Launches National Awards to Honor Acts of Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness as Siskel & Ebert Approaches 50th Anniversary
The FECK Awards spotlight the power of everyday heroes and bold visionaries who elevate humanity through action, proving that compassion and kindness aren’t just ideals, but powerful forces reshaping lives and communities.
NYFF 25: The Currents, Gavagai, Is This Thing On?
On three films from NYFF, including the latest from Bradley Cooper.
