“Small Engine Repair” (REVIEW) An Emotionally Compelling Drama
When Frankie invites his pals to a whiskey-fueled evening and asks them to do a favor on behalf of the brash young woman they all adore, events spin wildly out of control.
“Stillwater” (REVIEW) An Enjoyable Yet Processed Drama
A father travels from Oklahoma to France to help his estranged daughter, who is in prison for a murder she claims she didn’t commit.
“Riders of Justice” (REVIEW) John Wick Meets the Big Bang Theory in this Unique Tale of Revenge
A father is forced to return home to care for his teenage daughter after his wife is killed in a tragic train accident. But when a survivor of the wrecked train surfaces claiming foul play, he begins to suspect his wife was murdered and embarks on a mission to find those responsible.
“Profile” (REVIEW) A Serviceable Mystery Undercut by its Computer Screen Veneer
An undercover British journalist infiltrates the online propaganda channels of the so-called Islamic State, only to be sucked in by her recruiter.
“Boogie” (REVIEW) A Basketball Flick that Doesn’t Quite Hit the Game Winner
Coming-of-age story of Alfred “Boogie” Chin, a basketball phenom living in Queens, New York, who dreams of one day playing in the NBA. While his parents pressure him to focus on earning a scholarship to an elite college, Boogie must find a way to navigate a new girlfriend, high school, on-court rivals and the burden of expectation [Focus Features].
“The World to Come” (REVIEW) Kirby and Waterston Ignite this Tale of Love
In this frontier romance framed by the four seasons and set against the backdrop of rugged terrain, Abigail (Katherine Waterston), a farmer’s wife, and her new neighbor Tallie (Vanessa Kirby) find themselves powerfully, irrevocably drawn to each other [Bleeker Street].
“Cherry” (REVIEW) Holland & Bravo Shine in an Otherwise Messy Flick
The journey of a disenfranchised young man from Ohio who meets the love of his life, only to risk losing her through a series of bad decisions and challenging life circumstances.
“Our Friend” (REVIEW) Jason Segel Shines in this Effective Tearjerker
After receiving life-altering news, a couple finds unexpected support from their best friend, who puts his own life on hold and moves into their family home, bringing an impact much greater and more profound than anyone could have imagined.
“Land” (REVIEW) Robin Wright’s Beautiful Directorial Debut
A story about healing and the transcendent power of human kindness, Land follows the journey of a woman searching for a new way to live in the wake of a life-altering loss. Edee Holzer removes herself from society to embark on a solitary existence in the remote mountain wilderness of Wyoming.
“The Mauritanian” (REVIEW) A Compelling, Well-Rounded Drama
After being detained and imprisoned without charge by the U.S. Government for years. Slahi finds allies in defense attorney Nancy Hollander and her associate Teri Duncan who battle the U.S. government in a fight for justice that tests their commitment to the law and their client at every turn.