Reviews
Eagles of the Republic
Gripping political thriller about how one man can be used as an accessory for a dictatorship
Orphan
A boy’s search for his father reveals the struggles of religious identity and anti-communism in this powerful film
Kevin Morby
Little Wide Open
Expertly written and produced, the bard of the Midwest settles into his groove
24th KINOTEKA Polish Film Festival Dispatch
The atypical side of auteur in this selection of works from Andrzej Wajda
Departures
Funny, painful, and sharply recognisable breakup film about the emotional traps created by straight-ish love
Matthew Bourne’s The Red Shoes
A five-star triumph: bold, beautiful, and utterly unforgettable
The Wizard of the Kremlin
If you’re really interested in modern Russia read the book behind the film
Kathryn Mohr
Carve
The Bay Area musician’s second album is a liminal, lo-fi creeper that feels stuck between worlds
