The Hindoo Dagger

Jan 8, 2019 — A few lingering observations on the films of 2018 from Slate’s Movie Club, the New York Times, and more.

Dec 29, 2018 — Polls and ballots, lists and considered reflections give shape to the year that was.

Dec 17, 2018 — Also, directors discuss their craft, and critics carry on listing the best films of 2018.

Dec 12, 2018 — Selection to the registry ensures that “these films will be preserved for all time.”

Dec 5, 2018 — The New Beverly reopens in Los Angeles and Film Comment offers fresh coverage of the repertory scene in New York.

Nov 29, 2018 — The lights may go out at midnight, but we will still be carrying the torch.

Nov 28, 2018 — The career of one of Italy’s greatest directors was riddled with scandal and accolades.

Nov 26, 2018 — The Magnificent Ambersons “Plus one and minus one equal nothing. So you mean I’m nothing in particular?” —Isabel “Remember you very well indeed.” —George “George, you never saw me before in your life!” —Eugene What is this cult I signed up...

Nov 26, 2018 — The cinematographer-turned-director reinvigorated British cinema with bold color and nonlinear storytelling.

Nov 18, 2018 — A performer of great psychological force and control, Ingrid Thulin embodied some of Ingmar Bergman’s darkest obsessions with her intimidating screen presence.