Anna Diop, Michelle Monaghan and Morgan Spector star in a haunting drama, directed by Nikyatu Jusu. It’s a very common story: a wealthy family hires someone to look after their child while they work long hours to support their lavish lifestyle. Aisha (Anna Diop), an immigrant to the U.S. from Senegal, begins a new job with a new family in Manhattan, hopeful that she will … Continue reading Review: ‘Nanny,’ Immigrant Horror Story
Michelle Williams, Paul Dano and Seth Rogen star in a coming-of-age story, directed by Steven Spielberg. After directing dozens of films, Steven Spielberg goes home to tell his own story. In its very first scene, The Fabelmans throws down the gauntlet between art and science in cinema. Trying to convince the reluctant young Sammy that he will enjoy the experience of watching his very first … Continue reading Review: ‘The Fabelmans,’ An Origin Story By Steven Spielberg
The musical star and actress talks about her many serious, personal challenges in a documentary directed by Alek Keshishian, now streaming on Apple TV+. Born and raised in Grand Prairie until she was seven, Selena Gomez became an instant star on Disney, which meant that she moved to Hollywood as a child and came of age under the magnifying glass of ever-increasing fame. Some seven … Continue reading Review: ‘Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me’ Reflects Deeply Upon the Perils of Stardom
James Gray writes and directs a very personal story, featuring Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong and Anthony Hopkins. The past is a funny thing. It’s always changing. Filmmaker James Gray has said that Armageddon Time is inspired by his own personal experiences as a young Jewish boy growing up in New York City. As we all know, though, the past is a minefield planted with destructive … Continue reading Review: ‘Armageddon Time,’ Refracting the Past Through the Eyes of a Young Man
Sigourney Weaver and Kevin Kline star in a sobering account of one woman’s reckoning. By and large, character portraits of older adults have decamped from movie theaters, heading for the friendlier confines of streaming services, where the presumed “target audience” will settle in for a comfortable evening at home, watching stars of yesteryear in movies that can be easily paused, whenever desired. More’s the pity, … Continue reading Review: ‘The Good House,’ We All Want to Live There
If you’ve lived in Dallas for any length of time, you’ve heard about Jazz Fest, whether from Louisiana natives who’ve moved here or from Dallas visitors who have enthused about their attendance. Held in New Orleans every year, the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival “showcases unforgettable music on multiple stages, delicious Louisiana cuisine in two large food areas, and crafts artisans from the region … Continue reading Review: ‘Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story’ Celebrates a City, Its Culture, Its Food, and, Yes, Its Music
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