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)?
The problem is that, as “Eternity” goes on, the film starts to feel as if it is taking an eternity.
The film skims across topical issues aimlessly; it strives for relevance but never achieves it.
Once again, critic A.S. Hamrah sheds perceptive light on our cinematic malaise.
This well-done mystery supplies an insightful look at how money, politics, and religion have become intertwined—and where that may be taking us.
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.
It’s a bad sign that such an entertaining and visually stunning film, shot in CinemaScope, couldn’t play in theaters in this country.
A trio of good documentaries: Benita, Flophouse America, and The Pink Pill: Sex, Drugs and Who Has Control.
“Wicked: For Good” has its faults, but it still stands out as one of the stronger adaptations of a musical to film.
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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