Movies Archive
Archives for May 2020


The prolific comedy actor died on May 16.


If The Last Dance spins out the legend of Michael Jordan, Space Jam pretends to fill in gaps in the myth.


This week’s offerings include an Italian comedy, women’s friendship, and a dystopian future.


The Hamilton movie was slated to premiere in 2021. It just got moved up by 15 months.


Mothers can be your best friend or worst nightmare. These movies capture the complexity of having a mom — and being one.


From weird science experiments to poignant dramas to Michelle Obama’s story.


The quiet drama about neighborly ties — which includes one of Brian Dennehy’s last performances — is exactly what I needed to see this week.


The new documentary tells the weird and surprisingly uplifting story of Biosphere 2.


The documentary gives a glimpse into Michelle Obama’s post-White House life and her hopes for her country’s future.


The understated take on coming of age in adulthood is now available on digital platforms.


Disney celebrated Star Wars day with an early streaming release for the film and the series finale of the much-loved cartoon The Clone Wars.


The queer Netflix romcom badly botches its climax. It didn’t have to be this way.


From coming-of-age stories to classics from your childhood to a tale of a (literally) killer leather jacket.