Swank’s straightforward directness as an actor is just right for the plain-spoken, determined Sharon, who just might inspire some of us ordinary folks to try to be more.
It was a terrific year for film, whether art house or mainstream, even if the main subject the movies wrestled with was deeply pessimistic. I had a terrific.
The calm before summer movie season usually delivers some of the year's most interesting movies––artistic gambles to try reaching audiences before blockbusters take over the multiplexes––and this April is no different. From some of the best films we saw on the festival circuit last year to a few promising 2023 premieres, we've rounded up 15