Pretty Problems (2022)

Strangers in a crowd, exchanging glances, looking away, continually managing to run into each other then part ways, end up at the same diner, find they've rented the exact same vehicles, and are then made to travel together to learn once more whether they can both find genuine adoration and companionship again. This really does, in so many words, sum up the foundational gist of of this new feature film from writer Seth Reiss ("The Menu") and director Kogonada ("The Acolyte", "After Yang"). Yet, it's all only the set-up for the REAL wonder of everything that happens before, during, and in the aftermath of a magical, meaningful journey.

"Terrace House" improves on the standard reality TV format by affording its cast privacy, freedom, and respect.

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

In 'Maestro,' we're left with an impression but not with an understanding of the main character.

This little Netflix film was very inspirational. It passes the Bechdel test, and features a different worldview with rural Indian representation.