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Do Jews believe in saints? Do Jews believe in saints?
Meet the adorable kid from suburban Philly some observant Jews have dubbed a "spiritual genius."
Andrew O'Hehir Feb 2, 2008
King Kaufman's Sports Daily King Kaufman's Sports Daily
The harder they shawl: The documentary "Orthodox Stance" explores the worlds of Dimitriy Salita, an undefeated boxer and observant Chasidic Jew.
By King Kaufman Jan 24, 2008
Sundance as utopia Sundance as utopia
The gang members of "Made in America" share their perspective on the film and being in Park City.
Jan 23, 2008
Patti Smith on "Patti Smith: Dream of Life" Patti Smith on "Patti Smith: Dream of Life"
The punk-rock icon and the film's director discuss their 11-year collaboration.
Jan 22, 2008
"Trouble the Water" shows that Hurricane Katrina is not over "Trouble the Water" shows that Hurricane Katrina is not over
A conversation with the filmmakers behind a new documentary that is everything a documentary should be.
Caitlin Shamberg Jan 22, 2008
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Is "The Kite Runner" worthy of all the fuss? Plus: What's Woody Harrelson doing in an upsetting, innovative and decidedly Oscar-worthy documentary about WWII?
By Andrew O'Hehir Dec 13, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
In this interview and podcast, Julien Temple talks about his new film, "Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten" -- this year's most powerful documentary.
By Andrew O'Hehir Nov 1, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Philip Seymour Hoffman and Ethan Hawke lead the outstanding cast of the overheated "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead." Plus: Jimmy Carter charms. Anthony Hopkins confounds.
By Andrew O'Hehir Oct 25, 2007
Here's looking at you, "Kid" Here's looking at you, "Kid"
Is 4-year-old Marla Olmstead a painting prodigy or the instrument of a hoax? "My Kid Could Paint That" asks fascinating questions about art, family and journalistic ethics.
By Andrew O'Hehir Oct 6, 2007
Coming soon ... the apocalypse! Coming soon ... the apocalypse!
Armageddon fantasies aren't just about giant dragons and killer aliens anymore. Now they're about the fate of our planet.
Sep 28, 2007
You must remember this You must remember this
Ken Burns makes deeply emotional films that pluck America's chords of memory. In the case of World War II, this approach feels absolutely right.
By Gary Kamiya Sep 25, 2007
Conversations: Steven Okazaki Conversations: Steven Okazaki
The filmmaker behind "White Light Black Rain: The Destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki" shares the survivors' stories he explores in his devastating documentary. An interview and podcast.
By Andrew O'Hehir Aug 6, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Werner Herzog's explosive POW drama -- a love letter to America? Plus: Bad parents, interesting women.
By Andrew O'Hehir Jul 5, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
A giddy documentary about Gypsy music. The abortion movie everyone should see. Plus: The true tale of a communism-toppling crane operator.
By Andrew O'Hehir Jun 14, 2007
Taking it off for peace Taking it off for peace
A new documentary asks whether uniting Israeli and Palestinian women around weight loss is the way to lasting peace in the Middle East.
By Amy Reiter May 3, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
A movie about the Bush-Cheney policy of torture that will make you shake with rage. Plus: Alec Baldwin's unintended laugh lines.
By Andrew O'Hehir Apr 30, 2007
I Like to Watch I Like to Watch
The family ties that bind: Tony runs from shared memories on "The Sopranos," while Cinemax doc "51 Birch Street" unravels the perfect marriage.
By Heather Havrilesky Apr 29, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Hilary Brougher's "Stephanie Daley" is a major American film, in spite of its indie pedigree. Plus: Kate Beckinsale and Luke Wilson visit the snuff motel.
By Andrew O'Hehir Apr 19, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
It's springtime and a bumper crop of indie films -- about air-guitar gods, faux celebs, lusty Frenchwomen -- is bustin' out all over!
By Andrew O'Hehir Mar 22, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
The best of South by Southwest: An extraordinary look at Kurt Cobain's life and an absorbing film about a forgotten pop legend. Plus: A chat with a Cannes winner.
By Andrew O'Hehir Mar 15, 2007
Carrying the message Carrying the message
HBO's Addiction Project tackles misconceptions, offers harrowing, intimate stories, and highlights new treatments in an effort to update common views of addiction.
By Heather Havrilesky Mar 15, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
"The Host" rises up from American slime to destroy the Korean family! It must be destroyed! Plus: A new film on credit card debt will make you weep.
By Andrew O'Hehir Mar 8, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Time to appreciate nubile young things cavorting and silent monks meditating, each of which offers its own sort of release.
By Andrew O'Hehir Mar 1, 2007
Beyond the Multiplex Beyond the Multiplex
Move over, Clint! Out of the way, Marty! On Sunday night, the Academy will also honor some amazing documentary and foreign films. Here's a look at them.
By Andrew O'Hehir Feb 22, 2007
"We listened as his soul cracked" "We listened as his soul cracked"
In HBO's "Ghosts of Abu Ghraib" the "bad apples" express remorse, but claim that they were scapegoats.
By Heather Havrilesky Feb 22, 2007
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