Film-Forward

Wild Horse Nine

Martin McDonagh’s latest dark buddy dramedy about morally dubious characters, friendship, and the possibility of redemption.

I Play Rocky

Even if you know the story behind Rocky, the film succeeds as a character study about an underdog putting everything on the line.

Birds of War

It follows the unlikely development of a relationship amid the Syrian revolution, the siege of Aleppo, and the long, disorienting aftermath of war and exile.

Queen at Sea

Queen at Sea is another offering in the fairly recent trend of films about dementia.

Wildwood

From breathtaking landscapes to grueling skirmishes and mature characterization, Wildwood is a marvel of animated storytelling.

A Talent for Murder

A two-handed psychological thriller consisting of a series of cinematic Russian nesting dolls, stories within stories.

On the Road

Uncompromising and unashamed of explicit nudity and gay sex, On the Road fully steps into a quasi-forbidden world—or at least it feels that way.

Closure

An emotional and nakedly intimate chronicle of a man desperate to find out whether his son is alive or dead.

You Can See Everything

Can you believe the hype? Short answer: Yes.

Wicker

One of the year’s most offbeat offerings, enhanced by its strong ensemble and craftsmanship.