NYT Critic’s Pick Movies

For the Birds
NYT Critic’s Pick Documentary, Drama Directed by Richard Miron
What makes the film stand out is its editing, which carefully builds a story from multiple perspectives.
By TEO BUGBEE

The Fall of the American Empire
NYT Critic’s Pick R Comedy, Crime Directed by Denys Arcand
A philosopher faces a dilemma in Denys Arcand’s film packed with pointed social and political commentary.
By GLENN KENNY

Rocketman
NYT Critic’s Pick R Biography, Drama, Music, Musical Directed by Dexter Fletcher
Taron Egerton brings understated flamboyance and flamboyant understatement to his portrayal of the former Reginald Dwight.
By A.O. SCOTT

Leaving Home, Coming Home: A Portrait of Robert Frank
NYT Critic’s Pick Documentary Directed by Gerald Fox
In Gerald Fox’s documentary, the photographer looks back at his life and work.
By GLENN KENNY

-- Of Possible Interest --

Godzilla: King of the Monsters
PG-13 Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi Directed by Michael Dougherty
Ghidorah, Mothra and even Kong make appearances in this film, which is firmly in franchise territory.
By GLENN KENNY

Ma
R Horror, Thriller Directed by Tate Taylor
A psycho-revenge thriller from the director of “The Help”? Why not! Just don’t expect a coherent story line.
By A.O. SCOTT

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