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(08/30/21 1:43pm)
“Candyman” director Nia DaCosta had an interesting problem to solve: how do you get viewers to believe that someone would willingly conjure up a murderer by saying their name five times in a mirror?
(08/23/21 2:59pm)
Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for “Midsommar.”
(08/19/21 2:55pm)
Everyone has a favorite movie genre. It could be horror, action, romance, drama or countless other classic categories movies fall into, but it’s simple: everyone has one.
(08/09/21 3:11pm)
“Annette” might be the most ambitious movie of 2021. Leos Carax’s genre-morphing musical is technically executed to near perfection. But is his flamboyant style just a front for a film lacking in thematic depth?
(08/06/21 1:24pm)
This review contains spoilers for “The Suicide Squad.”
(08/05/21 5:05pm)
Editor’s Note: This review contains mention of sexual assault.
(08/04/21 2:54pm)
Based on a 14th century Arthurian chivalric poem, “The Green Knight”, from writer and director David Lowery, follows the legend of Sir Gawain (Dev Patel) on his quest to seek out the mysterious titular monster.
(08/03/21 3:10pm)
For those who make their way to D.C.’s Chinatown for the first time, they may find it jarring to see McDonald’s, Chipotle and Walgreens occupying the streets. What’s more, each shop in Chinatown shares a blatantly appropriated chinoiserie aesthetic — which would be fine if the shop was a local Chinese grocer and not a CAVA.
(07/29/21 2:54pm)
From July 15 to July 25, the 21st DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival virtually screened over 50 short and feature films, ranging from animation, comedy and drama. The festival’s mission was to uplift and cherish AAPI voices and stories while supporting and celebrating the artists behind them.
(07/22/21 3:20pm)
“Roadrunner” starts with a voice-over from Anthony Bourdain explaining that “there's no happy ending.” Director Morgan Neville creates something truly fantastic with archival footage and covers Bourdain's life with the help of thought-provoking interviews from friends and loved ones.
(07/20/21 2:01pm)
For the first time in a year, the American Film Institute Silver Theater welcomed cinephiles back for the annual AFI DOCS film festival. Festival attendees had the option of virtual and in-person screenings to accommodate the eventual transition to post-pandemic life. I decided to attend in person on premiere night, a choice that proved worthwhile as there was a tangible buzz emanating in the crowd. For many, including myself, this was the first moviegoing experience since before the pandemic.
(07/15/21 12:33pm)
In “Americanish,” director Iman K. Zawahry and screenwriter-turned-leading-actress Aizzah Fatima play with vibrant shots and carefully balanced dialogue in order to craft a fantastical romantic comedy suited for anyone searching for the equilibrium between what they think they want and what they really need.
(07/09/21 3:57pm)
Chris McKay’s first live-action film “The Tomorrow War” uses the sci-fi genre to tackle themes of sacrifice and family.
(07/02/21 7:34pm)
Disc jockey, record producer, multi-instrumentalist, author and now film director — is there anything Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson can’t do?
(06/30/21 2:42pm)
Pride Month celebrates the incredible accomplishments and perspectives of the LGBTQ+ community. The beauty in LGBTQ+ filmmaking is its ability to connect and relate across different personal experiences. Here are The Eagle’s recommendations for films that highlight these uniquely human stories as we round out Pride Month.
(05/31/21 2:05pm)
May is AAPI Heritage Month, a celebration of the contributions and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to American society, culture and history. The AAPI community represents the blend of multiple cultures, allowing for new and unique perspectives in art — and in this case — film and TV. Here are five must-watch films and TV shows that explore the AAPI experience and highlight AAPI artists in style.
(05/28/21 2:55pm)
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(05/11/21 7:00pm)
Ricky Staub’s directorial debut, “Concrete Cowboy,” tells the age-old story of familial reconciliation in a not-so-common setting.
(04/23/21 7:03pm)
Like its title suggests, “Limbo” leaps into the neverending uncertainty of refugees who await their asylum requests after leaving their homes. With such a serious subject matter, director Ben Sharrock delivers a film that not only pays respect to the hardship of refugees, but inserts comedy in subtle yet powerful ways.
(04/14/21 9:07pm)
Focus Features is partnering with the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) to provide free screenings of the 2020 movie “Promising Young Woman” on Thursday to all college students.