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Drama Movies

A thoughtful and engaging destination for film enthusiasts who crave deep storytelling. Insightful critiques that explore the emotional depth, character development and narrative complexity that define the best dramas. A mix of reviews on both mainstream hits and indie treasures, analyzing the performances, direction and cinematography that bring these stories to life. Expect a blend of sharp analysis, contextual background and thoughtful commentary for discerning viewers who appreciate the power of drama to move, challenge, and inspire. Read more Movie Reviews.

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The Story of an Extraordinary Woman, Played by an Extraordinary Deneuve

What could have been another dusty spousal biopic becomes a sly takedown of political ego, staged with couture precision. Léa Domenach delivers the outline; Deneuve does the damage. The result is a sly, seductive power study.
By Rex Reed
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‘A Nice Indian Boy’ Trades Tropes for Truth

In a season littered with sequels and soulless reboots, A Nice Indian Boy is that rare thing: a romantic comedy with actual charm and emotional consequence.
By Rex Reed
A scene from the film The Penguin Lessons: A middle-aged teacher in a suit stands at the front of a traditional classroom, next to a penguin perched on a desk. Behind him, a chalkboard displays the words "YOUNG IDEALISTIC". Students in uniforms sit at their desks, facing the teacher.

‘The Penguin Lessons’ Is a Waddling Delight

What begins as a melancholy expat's teaching stint in 1970s Buenos Aires morphs into a quietly powerful tale of friendship, fascism and feathered persistence. 'The Penguin Lessons' dodges schmaltz and finds genuine warmth—thanks in large part to Steve Coogan’s dry wit and one tenacious bird.
By Rex Reed

‘The Friend’ Review: A Dog Leads The Way Through Loss

By Emily Zemler

‘Bob Trevino Likes It’ Review: Found Family Ties, Emotional Honesty, Great Acting

By Oliver Jones

‘Seven Veils’ Review: Repressed Memories Given an Operatic Airing

By Emily Zemler
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If ‘Presence’ Proves Anything, It’s That Not Every Film Needs to Exist

By Rex Reed

‘Parthenope’ Review: A Spectacle Lost In Its Own Beauty

By Emily Zemler

Director Mike Leigh On The Improvisational Path to ‘Hard Truths’

By Harry Haun

The Year’s Best Films: Changes in Perspective—And Heroes

By Oliver Jones
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Pamela Anderson Stuns in ‘The Last Showgirl’, but Jamie Lee Curtis Steals the Spotlight

By Rex Reed
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Inside the Making of ‘The Brutalist,’ One of the Year’s Best Films

By Stephen Garrett
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I Was There: Rex Reed on ‘September 5’ and the Munich Olympics Tragedy

By Rex Reed
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‘Maria’ Review: Angelina Jolie Shines in a Visually Stunning but Lifeless Biopic

By Rex Reed

‘Nickel Boys’ Is an Experiential Masterpiece—And One of The Year’s Best Films

By Oliver Jones
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‘The Order’ Review: Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult Deliver Gripping, Timely Thrills

By Rex Reed

‘The Piano Lesson’ Review: Stained By Blood, Haunted By History

By Oliver Jones
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‘Here’ Goes Nowhere: Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and the AI Gimmick that Fell Flat

By Rex Reed
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‘Juror #2’ Proves Clint Eastwood Is Still a Master of Suspense—and Hollywood

By Rex Reed

‘A Real Pain’ Review: Heartfelt, Full of Pain, Laced With Humor and Remarkable

By Oliver Jones
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Michael Keaton Shines in ‘Goodrich’—A Heartfelt Comeback for Real Men on Screen

By Rex Reed

‘Anora’ Review: One Of The Funniest, Saddest, Best Films Of The Year

By Dylan Roth

BFI London Film Festival Premiere: ‘Joy’

By Emily Zemler

‘The Apprentice’ Review: A Young Trump In Search of Money, Power And Respect

By Emily Zemler
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