Sarah Polley’s film depicts the brutal true story of rape in a Mennonite colony. It’s a poor fit for the oversimplified, “you go, girl” feminist message of its framing.
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‘Women Talking’: A Radical Film That Reimagines How Cinema Can Be Made
'Women Talking' is a meditation on how we tell stories of rape and a thoughtful exploration of how films can be made.
Joel Coen’s ‘Macbeth’ is Stark and Stripped Bare, Familiar Yet Different
The director's adaption of the Shakespearean tragedy takes us to a bleak, minimalist world.
‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ Is a Cinematic Feast for Starving Film Lovers
Joel Coen’s first film without his brother Ethan isn’t just a triumph – it’s a reminder that, even with the dismal state of cinema today, movies can still surprise …
Oscars 2021: An Important Year in the History of the Academy Awards
People of colour and women were much more visible in this year's nominations and awards.
‘Nomadland’ Review: This Road Is for All of Us
Chloé Zhao’s masterpiece, starring Frances McDormand, sheds light on an America that is lesser seen and known.