NYT Critic’s Pick Movie Plus Several of Possible Interest

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Tall: The American Skyscraper and Louis Sullivan


The competing legacies of two pioneering Chicago architects frame a documentary’s exploration of the modern American cityscape.
By A.O. SCOTT
NYT Critic’s Pick
Director Manfred Kirchheimer
Writer Manfred Kirchheimer
Star Dylan Baker
Rating Not Rated
Running Time 1h 22m
Genre Documentary

-- Of Possible Interest --

Mama Africa


The documentary presents a highlight reel of crucial events from the South African singer and activist’s life.
By BEN KENIGSBERG
Director Mika Kaurismäki
Writers Mika Kaurismäki, Don Edkins
Stars Miriam Makeba, Bageot Bah, Harry Belafonte, Stokely Carmichael, Kathleen Cleaver
Running Time 1h 30m
Genres Documentary, Biography, Music

Mary and the Witch's Flower


A charming children’s entertainment with hints of Miyazaki and “Harry Potter.”
By A. O. SCOTT
Director Hiromasa Yonebayashi
Writers Riko Sakaguchi, Hiromasa Yonebayashi
Stars Hana Sugisaki, Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Yûki Amami, Fumiyo Kohinata, Hikari Mitsushima
Rating PG
Running Time 1h 42m
Genres Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy

A Ciambra


Italy’s official Oscar entry is a sign that the old neorealist tradition is still alive.
By A.O. SCOTT
Director Jonas Carpignano
Writer Jonas Carpignano
Stars Pio Amato, Koudous Seihon, Damiano Amato, Francesco Pio Amato, Iolanda Amato
Running Time 1h 58m
Genre Drama