May December 2023
Comedy, Drama
May December

Mesmerizing performances make May December no less uncomfortable, and no less problematic.

The Holdovers 2023
Comedy, Drama
The Holdovers

Alexander Payne’s latest film has some R-rated flaws. But it also feels deeply human in its depiction of its characters’ …

The Velveteen Rabbit 2023
Drama, Kids
The Velveteen Rabbit

Important lessons about bravery, friendship and love make this take on a classic children’s book worth consideration.

Oppenheimer 2023
Biography/History, Drama
Oppenheimer

In theory, Oppenheimer could’ve existed without its content issues. But it doesn’t.

In the wake of tragedy, poet Henry Wadsworth looks pensively to the sky.
Biography/History, Christian, Drama
I Heard the Bells

Sight & Sound Films brings the tragic-but-inspiring story of poet Henry Wadsworth to life on the big screen.

The Creator 2023
Action/Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
The Creator

The Creator suggests AI may surpass humankind in its humanity. And that’s a problem for several reasons.

Rustin 2023
Biography/History, Drama
Rustin

Bayard Rustin was a complex champion of the Civil Rights movement. But this Netflix film has an agenda of its …

She Came to Me 2023
Comedy, Drama, Romance
She Came to Me

This pic is sorta like an inside joke that nobody really gets. And it’s a dirty joke at that.

Foe 2023
Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Thriller
Foe

This play-like pic is a twisting, thought-provoking actor showcase. But its foul, heated and sweaty side is far less thoughtful.

Biography/History, Drama
Dumb Money

Dumb Money’s incredibly foul and dumb content should be a big part of your your moviegoing risk assessment.

Surprised by Oxford 2023
Christian, Drama, Romance
Surprised by Oxford

Surprised by Oxford certainly surprised us with its deep Christian messages—but also with some of its content issues.

Fingernails movie
Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Fingernails

While Fingernails isn’t the most explicit film ever, it’s still not going to give viewers warm, fuzzy feelings.

Nyad 2023
Biography/History, Drama, Sports
Nyad

Nyad isn’t just about its centerpiece character’s remarkable swim: It’s also about a friendship that weathers its own stormy seas.

Killers of the Flower Moon 2023
Biography/History, Crime, Drama
Killers of the Flower Moon

Some important messages bloom in Killers of the Flower Moon—even as they’re watered in blood.

Biography/History, Christian, Drama
The Blind

The Blind traces Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson’s descent into alcoholism and his road back to his wife … and …