'Scrooge: A Christmas Carol' (2022)
This animated Christmas movie is based on the classic novel of the same name.

A married couple who have lived together for 10 years decide to divorce. They both understand that divorce is the only way out of a stretched failed marriage, where each of them believes that they have not fully realized their potential and that divorce will give impetus to a new life and forgotten dreams.
This animated Christmas movie is based on the classic novel of the same name.
"Driveways" is a nuanced portrait of an Asian American family, touching on themes of loss, growth, and belonging.
Remakes. Reboots. Reinventions. Redundancy. It's the common practice in Hollywood of late, sometimes offering us victorious reimagining of what can be considered cinematic classics while also, more often, falling flat on their UN-imaginative faces in utter defeat and lackluster results. Admittedly, with this in mind, I went into the newest incarnation of "The War of the Roses" with typical trepidation and cautious optimism.
Izzy and Prince Thomas learn that taking control of their own destiny requires following their hearts and making their own decisions.
It's good for your film viewing needs, but isn’t going to shake your world. Demonic is trippy sci-fi fun, and that’s about it. And that's pretty cool.
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.