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With Tom Wilkinson, Would You Get a Time Bomb or a Warm Hug?

In his performances in “Michael Clayton” and other films, he brought an element of danger and uncertainty that kept us on edge.

‘The Teachers’ Lounge’ Review: A Whole Civilization in the Classroom

An idealistic teacher in a German school meets reality, and it’s messier than she could have imagined.

‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’ Review: Back With a Trident and Dad Jokes

The Atlantean hero-king returns as a new father, a bit worse for wear. But this sequel feels like a film for grown-ups who like fun.

‘All of Us Strangers’ Review: A Soul Longing for the Impossible

Playing a man alienated from himself and looking for answers, Andrew Scott makes this film sing.

‘The Color Purple’ Review: Still Here

There’s a lot to like about this musical film version of Alice Walker’s novel, but the story remains slippery to would-be adapters.

Disney Is a Language. Do We Still Speak It?

As the company celebrates its 100th anniversary, its dominance as a generation-spanning cultural force no longer seems certain.

‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ Review: Chickens in Paradise

This sequel is in many respects a cover song, a repeat of the beats and characters of “Chicken Run.”

Ryan O’Neal, Master of the Offbeat Meet-Cute

The former boxer had a gift for mixing innocence and wit. It didn’t hurt that he had the face of a good guy.

‘Anselm’ Review: An Artist Contemplates the Cosmos, in 3-D

The history and thought of the artist Anselm Kiefer is threaded throughout this exceptional documentary from Wim Wenders.

‘Leave the World Behind’ Review: It’s the End of the World, I Guess

This film about the apocalypse, directed by Sam Esmail and adapted from Rumaan Alam’s novel, leaves little room for imagination.