Film
Why was the original production of Merrily We Roll Along such an abysmal failure and how did it turn into a hit? Does the new film succeed in capturing the magic of the hit Broadway revival (and is that even possible)?
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The problem is that, as “Eternity” goes on, the film starts to feel as if it is taking an eternity.
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The film skims across topical issues aimlessly; it strives for relevance but never achieves it.
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Once again, critic A.S. Hamrah sheds perceptive light on our cinematic malaise.
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This well-done mystery supplies an insightful look at how money, politics, and religion have become intertwined—and where that may be taking us.
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True to its name, “Nirvanna the Band The Movie” is bigger and crazier than anything Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol have ever conceived of, a feat of gonzo filmmaking that would make Werner Herzog sweat.
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It’s a bad sign that such an entertaining and visually stunning film, shot in CinemaScope, couldn’t play in theaters in this country.
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A trio of good documentaries: Benita, Flophouse America, and The Pink Pill: Sex, Drugs and Who Has Control.
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“Wicked: For Good” has its faults, but it still stands out as one of the stronger adaptations of a musical to film.
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Arts Feature: Best Movies (With Some Disappointments) of 2025
Our demanding critics choose the best films (along with some disappointments) of the year. And there is plenty of disagreement.
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