Ben PivozJun 3Crimes of the FutureThere is so much strangeness that it may take until the movie is over to realize it doesn’t really connect its dots.
Ben PivozMay 27Montana StoryA beautiful western-tinged backdrop to the intimate tale of two siblings seeking to close the door on their childhood.
Ben PivozApr 22The NorthmanThe outline of The Northman may sound familiar, yet Eggers has created something quite unique.
Ben PivozFeb 26CyranoThis is a decent adaptation of the material in most ways, except for Peter Dinklage’s performance, which raises it to a higher level.
Ben PivozFeb 25The Worst Person in the WorldIt is amusing, whimsical, sad, funny and touching. This is absolutely one of the best movies of 2021.
Ben PivozDec 31, 2021The Lost DaughterA tremendously compelling writing/directing debut, featuring one of the best performances of 2021.
Ben PivozDec 18, 2021Nightmare AlleyThe look of the movie is impressive because of how unshowy it is, though a lot of thought has obviously been put into every frame.
Ben PivozNov 12, 2021BelfastIt is both an appealing crowd-pleaser and a timely look at how hatred can tear a country apart.
Ben PivozOct 15, 2021The Last DuelRidley Scott may be known more for action and sci-fi, but he proves that he can make an epic of ideas, rather than merely one of spectacle.
Ben PivozOct 8, 2021LambIt is quite compelling in the moment, yet Lamb didn’t say as much as it tried to. Still, I was consistently engaged.