Chloe Zhao’s lyrical, masterful film about those forgotten on the fringes of American society has ratcheted up the momentum to be the favorite going into “Hollywood’s biggest night.” And it should be.
A stunning, often magical and emotional documentary that inspires awe and empathy, My Octopus Teacher brings a personal narrative to a nature documentary and captures the brilliance of a familiar sea creature like nothing before it.
Let us explore some of the big wins from across the pond and how they might affect this year’s Academy Awards, now less than two weeks away.
For those who are more likely to watch movies from their couches than a movie-theater seat, catching an Academy Award nominated film has never been easier.
Tour-de-force performances by both Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman in a setting and story that perfectly showcases the depth of their acting talents.
Brace yourself for this rattling awards contender, for it will mess with you. That is exactly the point, as this is a story that challenges our assumptions and scrapes at the ways that people mess with each other.
The history and stories from this part of the world really have not been told before. It’s a revelation, and in many ways, heartbreaking. The title comes from an African proverb, “If you are the big tree, we are the small axe.”
An entertaining and enlightening slice of history that celebrates these giant personalities and their impact on the generations that followed them. Expect to hear a lot about this film as awards season heats up.
An intriguing murder mystery thriller that’s not too light or too heavy. Be prepared to spend a lot of time screaming at the main character over her questionable decisions, but that’s part of the fun.
It’s so refreshing to have a legitimately good hero leading a series for a change, no “anti-” modifier necessary. The show works because of the main character, but there’s also a fun and uplifting story to carry the viewer along.
