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 An imposing and impressive lead performance compensates, to some extent, for a clumsily structured script and a supporting cast lacking in charisma in *A Great Awakening*—the new biopic about the 18th-century English preacher who contributed to the American Revolution some of its values ​​and phrases of forward-thinking philosophy—as the film suggests—such as: "All men are created equal." Jonathan Blair, known for *Found on South Street*, possesses the vocal and physical presence necessary to convey the "rock star" appeal of George Whitefield—an Anglican pastor turned fervent preacher of spiritual revival—who founded the evangelical Christian movement during his preaching tours across Great Britain and the United States, tours that popularized the "Great Awakening" of the 1700s. Director: Joshua Enck Writers: Jeff Bender, Jonathan Blair, Joshua Enck Stars: John Paul Sneed, Jonathan Blair, JT Schaeffer His figure is evoked by an elderly Benjamin Franklin (...

 In this Boston-set romance by Kristoffer Borgli, Robert Pattinson and Zendaya play a couple grappling with a more-than-generous dose of pre-wedding jitters. *The Drama* is built around a secret that the studio is intentionally keeping from the public. After careful consideration, I have decided not to reveal that secret here. Admittedly, one could argue that A24 is acting irresponsibly by failing to disclose the film's true subject matter. Audiences will arrive expecting a lighthearted romantic dramedy, only to be abruptly confronted with a theme of extreme gravity. Walkouts are almost certain to occur, as some viewers may feel offended or disturbed. Director: Kristoffer Borgli Writer: Kristoffer Borgli Stars: Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Alana Haim Emma (Zendaya) and Charlie (Robert Pattinson) are just days away from their wedding. During an alcohol-fueled dinner with their best friends—Rachel (Alana Haim) and Mike (Mamoudou Athie)—the conversation turns to the question: "What...

 As far as films that serve no purpose other than simply existing go, Lukasz Kosmicki’s *It Takes a Village* (or *Podlasie*) is a distraction worthy of inducing yawns. As far as films that serve no purpose other than simply existing go, Lukasz Kosmicki’s *It Takes a Village* (or *Podlasie*) is a distraction worthy of inducing yawns. I won’t even bother going into detail about its plot. Instead, I’ll reproduce the official Netflix synopsis to save myself the trouble: When a bad investment puts Halina’s (Anna Seniuk) home at risk, Jan (Artur Barcis) and the village hatch a plan to turn Bodzki into a trendy tourist hotspot and thus save her from financial ruin. This information is more than enough.  Director: Lukasz Kosmicki Writers: Katarzyna Frankowska, Katarzyna Golenia Stars: Artur Barcis, Angelika Cegielska-Swiatek, Filip Gurlacz Does it matter if I mention that the bad investment has something to do with Bitcoin? No. Does it matter if I mention that the plan Jan and the vil...

 The filmmaker behind *Do Not Expect Too Much from the End of the World* returns with another provocative look at the absurdity of modern life. This review was originally published during the 2025 Berlin Film Festival. 1-2 Special releases *Kontinental ’25* in theaters starting Friday, March 27, 2026. There are countless unique and memorable lines in the characteristically biting *Kontinental ’25* by Romanian filmmaker Radu Jude; however, the most incisive of them all is a quote borrowed secondhand from Bertolt Brecht: "The more innocent they are, the more they deserve to die." A cynical reference to the Trotskyists accused in the show trials Stalin orchestrated in Moscow as part of the Great Purge, Brecht’s comment remains a subject of debate—partly due to the difficulty in discerning his degree of sincerity. Director: Radu Jude Writer: Radu Jude Stars: Eszter Tompa, Gabriel Spahiu, Adonis Tanta Jude’s own provocations—including *Bad Luck Banging or Loony Porn* and *Do Not E...

Over the course of a career spanning nearly three decades and around a dozen films, Catalan screenwriter and director Cesc Gay has gradually shifted from the more distinctive and exploratory tone of his early works—titles such as *Krámpack*, *En la ciudad*, and *Ficción*—toward projects perceived as more distinctly commercial, both in form and in theme. The turning point appears to have been the success of *Truman*—that warm, humanist tragicomedy starring Ricardo Darín and Javier Cámara—which firmly established Gay within what, broadly speaking, might be termed mainstream Spanish cinema. Gay’s strengths have always lain in dialogue and performance. It is here that his sensibility manifests with the greatest precision: his mise-en-scène tends to revolve around the actors, functioning primarily as a vehicle for character interaction. *53 domingos* operates in a manner very similar to his previous stage-to-screen adaptations—with *Sentimental* serving as a recent and successful example—wh...

Since their debut, BTS has proven to us time and again that they are here—for themselves, for their country, and, most importantly, for their fans: ARMY. After a hiatus of a few years, their return feels monumental, especially with the release of their new album, *ARIRANG*. The album draws deeply from the roots of Korean music, taking inspiration from one of the very first Korean songs ever recorded on American soil—a fact that adds profound cultural weight to this new chapter. It is not merely music; it is history, identity, and pride, all intertwined. Director: Bao Nguyen Stars: BTS, j-hope, Jimin Watching the documentary made the whole experience feel even more emotional. We all know that creating an album is no easy feat, but witnessing the process firsthand had a truly distinct impact. We were able to witness the gravity, the pressure, the pain, and the difficult—at times uncertain—decisions they had to make. The importance of communication became abundantly clear: how they had to...