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‘Good Night Oppy’: How a documentary captures the human-robot bondWhen director Ryan White talks about “Good Night Oppy,” which features Mars space rovers and their handlers, he describes the bonds of family – and the teamwork it took to exceed expectations.
In ‘Till,’ the power of a mother’s loveLove sometimes comes in the form of openness – even when that means revealing a brutal truth. Our commentator found that depth of love in the movie “Till.”
‘All Quiet on the Western Front’: A German retelling for a modern timeGerman filmmaker Edward Berger’s version of “All Quiet on the Western Front” is an effort to help his native country continue its discourse about war and responsibility.
‘Armageddon Time’: Schoolyards, antisemitism, and the shaping of a lifeDrawing from his own life, director James Gray unfurls perspectives on coming-of-age, prejudice, and moral responsibility in his latest film, “Armageddon Time.’
Caught on film, a precious ‘Three Minutes’ in 1938 Jewish Poland“Three Minutes: A Lengthening” builds a documentary around a short home movie clip featuring a Jewish community in Europe shortly before the Holocaust.
Viola Davis shines in true story of elite female fighting force“The Woman King” explores African history rarely seen in film. Its deep dive into a fierce, female fighting force replaces stereotypical depictions of Black characters with dignified ones.
After seeing Peele’s ‘Nope’ twice, our columnist appreciates itDirector Jordan Peele’s latest movie, “Nope,” liberates him from the expectations of his previous films by allowing him simply to be a Black man creating a work of art.
For Thai cave rescue, world came together. ‘Thirteen Lives’ shows how.“Thirteen Lives,” from filmmaker Ron Howard, features tension and courage while respecting the real-life people it depicts.
‘Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris’: A quest driven by love and fashionThe diverting film “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris” offers an undercurrent of resilience and goodness.
On film: Leonard Cohen’s journey culminates in ‘Hallelujah’A new documentary about Leonard Cohen’s most celebrated song, “Hallelujah,” lays out his spirituality – and hope.
Commentary‘Star Wars’ and race: It’s complicated, but improvingActors of color in “Star Wars” stories often face scrutiny and backlash. A speedy official response recently suggests an effort to help society move toward more tolerance.
‘Top Gun’ is back. Will it take moviegoers’ breath away?The “Top Gun” sequel is banking on a formula that worked in the 1980s: Swaggery hero, slick visuals, catchy music. But is that enough to woo today’s audiences?
‘Downton Abbey’: Is a Crawley road trip the diversion filmgoers need?With the release of a second movie, “Downton Abbey: A New Era,” how is the popular franchise about aristocrats and the people who serve them staying relevant?
Cumberbatch’s universe, beyond Doctor StrangeFor Benedict Cumberbatch, acting is all about versatility. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the most recent beneficiary.
Farmers, birds, and glaciers: Three documentaries to honor Earth DayFor those wanting to learn a bit more about ecosystems on the blue planet and how they interact, consider these nature films, each with a different perspective.
Creativity and taming fear: How a stunt person pursues his craftTimothy Eulich, stunt coordinator for the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” talks with the Monitor about his craft – and how he slays fear.
‘The Duke’ unfurls startling real-life Goya heist“The Duke,” a new film inspired by the theft of a Goya masterpiece from London’s National Gallery, offers a lens on class issues – and the meaning of impossible.
Kid in space: ‘Apollo 10½’ is a fanciful take on youthBesides offering an entertaining trip back to 1969, the animated “Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood” prompts viewers to ponder how memories form and shape us.
First Look‘CODA’, DeBose, Campion big winners on dramatic Oscars night“CODA,” a feel-good movie about a deaf family, took best picture at the Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday. Ariana DeBose made history as the first Afro-Latina and openly LBGTQ actor to win supporting actress. Jane Campion became the third woman to win best director.
‘Infinite Storm’: How a mountain rescue became a filmJoshua Rollins, screenwriter for the new film “Infinite Storm,” discusses the humanity and humility behind the heroic actions of hiker Pam Bales.
