Capsule reviews for Jan. 7
A Hero The idea seems simple, but the latest character-driven drama from Iranian filmmaker Asghar…
Todd Jorgenson
A Journal for Jordan
The most head-scratching aspect of A Journal for Jordan is that it’s not really about…
The Tragedy of Macbeth
Shakespeare aficionados will know that The Tragedy of Macbeth has a redundant title, but this…
American Underdog
While stocking shelves at an Iowa supermarket, an aspiring NFL quarterback stares at a picture…
The King’s Man
With only cursory connections to its predecessors, The King’s Man might provide useful context for…
Capsule reviews for Dec. 22
Jockey In horse racing, the spotlight naturally gravitates to the equine athletes. But what about…
Nightmare Alley
After decades of dabbling in the macabre and the supernatural, Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro…
The Tender Bar
As a deeply personal tribute to father figures and fragile family bonds, The Tender Bar…