One Good Film: "Animalia"
Sofia Alaoui's impressive debut feature about an enigmatic and allegorical apocalypse comes to video on demand.

Sofia Alaoui's impressive debut feature about an enigmatic and allegorical apocalypse comes to video on demand.
The one movie that J.D. Salinger allowed to be made from his work -- and the reason it was the last. Plus: My meeting(s) with Jerry.
Oscar predictions, getcher Oscar predictions here. Also: Two odd movies reviewed and a Gene Hackman appreciation (paid subs only), plus some intemperate thoughts about one of my employers.
Some years it’s pretty obvious which film and which performances are going to win an Oscar. This is not one of those years.
Two reviews of new movies, one Oscar-nominated and the other fun. Plus, my WaPo Gene Hackman appreciation.