Guy in Row Five (2005)

A brief look at two Barry Jenkins films that have established him as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.

Hustlers was meant to be a film about female empowerment. And it was, to a certain extent. I expected and wanted this to be a kickass and complex film of sexy women who use their confidence, skills, and wits towards a brilliant plan to get revenge on the Wall Street guys who wronged them.

An attempt to capture nostalgia that unfortunately just doesn’t work

Pose tells stories of queer joy and love in a time of intense hate and sadness.

Hulu's 'Crush' leaves you giddy, light, hopeful, and, yes, all crushed out on the possibility of what? You got it, your next crush.

Villeneuve’s Dune is a masterpiece for its crafting process, but references to David Lynch's picture are sometimes too obvious.