NYT Critic’s Pick Movie(s)

Tommaso
NYT Critic’s Pick | Drama | Directed by Abel Ferrara


Abel Ferrara’s new semi-autobiographical drama, starring Willem Dafoe, crackles with ideas and empathy.
By GLENN KENNY

Dreamland
NYT Critic’s Pick | Comedy, Crime, Fantasy, Horror | Directed by Bruce McDonald


A double dose of Stephen McHattie helps this freaky noir find its footing.
By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS

Searching Eva
NYT Critic’s Pick | Documentary | Directed by Pia Hellenthal


This portrait of a professed sex worker, writer, anarchist, feminist, musician and recovering addict is a tough film to pin down.
By BEN KENIGSBERG

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