Sky High (1990)

Films can alleviate alienation by presenting realities where the viewers feelings are shared by onscreen characters. The film 'Shrek' can be interpreted as a transgender story.

Given Hollywood's history of racism and financial motivations, how much progress can we expect? Plus: a list of excellent films by Black directors.

Omaha reminds us of what it can feel like to look at old family photographs.  You sit with the bittersweetness, allowing it to wash over you; not drowning in it, but certainly affected by it. 

The film centers around two young women, Becca and Sam, who were once high school sweethearts until they reconnect in their town.

New horror film "Pretty" is good to look at thanks to 19-year-old director Metecan Duren.