Film
‘Memory: The Origins of Alien’ — An Otherworldly Collaboration
Alexander Philippe’s new documentary explores the origins of Ridley Scott’s revolutionary science fiction film.
‘El Camino’ a Poignant and Satisfying Conclusion
With its minimalist dialogue, creative camerawork and thoughtful storytelling, “El Camino” is a fitting epilogue to the legendary series “Breaking Bad.”
‘The Cave’: A Dreary Ode to Hope
Feras Fayyad’s documentary on a makeshift hospital in the midst of the Syrian Civil War serves as a testament to human resolve and the efforts of one Dr. Amani Ballor and her team.
‘Parasite’: The Movie Experience of the Year
The Korean candidate for best foreign-language film and winner of the Palme d’Or is a landmark of cinematic achievement.
NYU Grad Ryan Perez Reveals Why ‘An Actor Despairs’ on New Podcast
On his podcast, NYU alum Ryan Perez intends to tell his story and explore the journey of his guests, whose experiences span “Black Panther” to “Vice”.
Unpopular Opinions: Scary Movies
The films that haunt the dreams of the Arts Desk.
‘The King’ Falls Short of Potential
Timothée Chalamet plays a reluctant king in this rendition of Shakespeare’s “Henry V,” jam-packed beyond its bursting point with action and intrigue.
‘Easter Snap’ Is What Nonfiction Films Should Strive to Be
RaMell Ross’s “Easter Snap” is a quietly elegant look into a distant way of life.
‘Joker’: A Mesmerizing Making-a-Murderer Tale
The first R-rated live-action Batman film features a Joker performance to rival Heath Ledger’s.
‘The Laundromat’ Is Star-Studded and Half-Baked
Steven Soderbergh’s latest film is a swing and … not a miss, but definitely one of those awkward skid-roll-bounces.
‘The Day Shall Come’ Boldly Lampoons Terror and the FBI
“Four Lions” director Chris Morris takes a stab at religion, terrorism and petty government feuds.
‘Judy’ Reveals the Pain Behind Garland’s Glitzy Persona
The biopic is a tearful lamentation of the cultural icon who won so many hearts but lost herself in the process.
