Religion in Early African-America Cinema (2016)

"Thunder Road" presents the grief that comes from a family member taking their own life.

A sweet slice-of-life anime that visualizes all the ways we creatively hide our vulnerabilities from the world.

A strong representation of African Americans in this film features evil spirits and horror-themed elements.

For a troubled teen, Will discovers what is important in life when he attends a summer camp: the people who care about his well being.

It’s easy to dismiss Joel and Ethan Coen for writing from the world they build from outside the box of overarching Hollywood stereotypes, but their inability to compromise their collective vision is precisely what makes the simplistic nature of their world-building and characters so brilliant. It’s also what led Fargo to collect seven Oscar nominations and two wins for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress for Frances McDormand’s brilliant portrayal of the sincere, motherly detective whose wholesome demeanor seizes the day over the selfishness, corruption and evil of the men who don’t comprehend that there’s more to life than a little money.

Renee Zellweger shines in this Judy Garland biopic, which highlights the pain and loneliness that so many famous women endure.