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You know Goodall and Fossey. Meet Dagg, ‘The Woman Who Loves Giraffes.’Canadian biologist Anne Innis Dagg is the fascinating subject of a documentary that traces her relationship with the animal she first met at age 3.
First Look‘Joker’ leads Oscar nominations, women fall behindDespite highly acclaimed performances by women and people of color, the 92nd Academy Awards will celebrate films by and about white men.
A toe-tapping ode to Appalachian musicFilmmakers explore the music they grew up on in “Fiddlin’, ” an entertaining, if narrow, documentary on the music of Appalachia.
A religious experience at the movies? ‘A Hidden Life’ aims high.“A Hidden Life” explores how one man refused to take an oath to Hitler. How does the film compare to other faith-themed movies?
As Skywalker saga closes, a chat about values of ‘Star Wars’“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” brings to a close the nine-film Star Wars saga. What values do these films promote?
‘Little Women’: A modern take on the March sistersSome 150 years after the publication of “Little Women,” the latest film version offers more about how young women go after their dreams.
Hollywood’s woman journalist problem: Why does it endure?The film “Richard Jewell” suggests a real reporter slept with a source, continuing a clichéd view of women journalists in Hollywood.
The year’s 10 best movies: From ‘Honeyland’ to ‘A Beautiful Day’Critic Peter Rainer’s year-end list includes the documentary “Honeyland,” but also “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” “Booksmart,” and “Parasite.”
Cheeky ‘Knives Out’ keeps you guessing (and laughing)Director Rian Johnson infuses his modern whodunit with zippy dialogue, social commentary, and a star-studded cast.
Near-perfect ‘A Beautiful Day’ captures the wholeness of Fred Rogers“A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” inspired by an Esquire article, is about the beneficence bestowed by Fred Rogers upon all in his orbit.
‘Harriet’ biopic: One woman’s unshakable resolve“Harriet,” the new biopic movie about Harriet Tubman, showcases her heroism and elevates the resilience and faith of women who were enslaved.
‘The Irishman’: Scorsese’s latest casts a sentimental eye at hit men“The Irishman,” from director Martin Scorsese, is a sentimental, 3 1/2-hour gangster epic starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci.
Documentary ‘The Cave’ features resilience amid chaos in SyriaIn the documentary “The Cave,” an inspiring woman serving as a physician dodges detractors and bombs to save lives in Ghouta, Syria.
‘Joker’ furor: Do disturbing stories have a place in today’s unsettling world?The Monitor’s culture writer and its film critic discuss the new Joker origin story. What does backlash portend for movies that push boundaries?
Making good look good: Films that transcend stereotypesCan goodness shine as brightly as badness in movies? Several films buck stereotypes and counterbalance a sea of dark new offerings like ‘Joker.’
Hitler as an imaginary friend? ‘Jojo Rabbit’ and the state of satire.Is political satire possible today? A film critic reflects on that after seeing “Jojo Rabbit,” the latest from writer-director Taika Waititi.
More gray hair on screen: Hollywood’s subtle shift on ageHollywood is not known for embracing actors beyond a certain age. But does a flurry of new offerings with seasoned stars suggest a changing view?
Genial ‘Blinded by the Light’ brings together The Boss and immigration“Blinded by the Light,” like another recent movie, “Yesterday,” is about embracing Western music as a way of transcending racial barriers.
“One Child Nation” lays bare China’s population choicesNanfu Wang began “One Child Nation” as a way to rediscover her past. Ultimately, she documents the harrowing effects of the former Chinese policy.
Gender inequality, the stubbornest villain in HollywoodA documentary about gender issues in show business reminds a former congressional reporter about the way women achieved recent victories in politics.
