Birth of a Nation
“Birth of a Nation” isn’t perfect but it’s clearly passionate, a brutally effective depiction of the monstrous indignity of slavery that’s sure to generate powerful discussions.
“Birth of a Nation” isn’t perfect but it’s clearly passionate, a brutally effective depiction of the monstrous indignity of slavery that’s sure to generate powerful discussions.
“The Infiltrator” is a suspenseful, surprisingly fun summer movie with a solid cast and another standout performance by Bryan Cranston.
“The Neon Demon” from Danish director Nicholas Winding Refn explores some of the ways that we react to physical beauty. Or maybe it doesn’t.
“The Curse of Sleeping Beauty” is a feast for the eyes and certainly worth a look.
BPBS Staff Writer Lora Grady’s take on Day Two of AMC’s Best Picture Showcase marathon.
BPBS Staff Writer Lora Grady undertakes her now-annual foray to AMC Theaters Best Picture Showcase.
Halloween is over but viewers looking for a solid Friday night popcorn flick may still enjoy seeing this Vin Diesel vehicle.
Robert Redford captures the essence of Dan Rather in this exploration of the controversial story that ended the stalwart journalist’s network news career.
"Room" uses limitations of space to explore vast philosophical questions about the nature of life, society, and family connections.
Guillermo del Toro’s latest is a gorgeous, Grand Guignol fairy tale that will thrill fans in search of cinematic tricks and treats this Halloween season.
| ★★★★★ | Perfection |
| ★★★★☆ | Outstanding |
| ★★★☆★☆ | Excellent |
| ★★★☆☆ | Very good |
| ★★☆★☆☆ | Good |
| ★★☆☆☆ | OK |
| ★☆★☆☆☆ | Pretty Bad |
| ★☆☆☆☆ | Poor |
| ☆★☆☆☆☆ | Blech! |
| No Stars | Fail! |