Film
A Wonderful Prom Night in Flint, Michigan
The tender, often very funny documentary Midnight in Paris portrays a kind of prom not often seen in media.
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Film
Revisit the National Black Political Convention of 1972
After decades of circulating only in edited form, William Greaves's Nationtime can now be seen as intended for the first time.
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A Bleakly Funny Vision of the Future With Clones and Time Travel
The latest installment of indie animator Don Hertzfeldt's World of Tomorrow series expands its bleakly funny vision of the future.
Film
A Multifaceted Look at the Long, Accomplished Career of Audrey Flack
Hyperallergic has the exclusive premiere of the trailer for Queen of Hearts: Audrey Flack, an upcoming documentary about the abstract expressionist-turned-photorealist.
Film
Glimpse Heaven and Other Afterlives With Films About Life After Death
Here are some entertaining movies about the afterlife to watch.
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When Nixon Tried to Blame Police Riots on Left-Wing Activists
Writer/director Aaron Sorkin proves an ill fit to write and direct The Trial of the Chicago 7.
Film
A New Film Celebrates Dolly Parton's Career
Dolly Parton: Here I Am is a winning portrait of the beloved singer.
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Debating Whether the US Constitution Should Be Abolished
The film version of Heidi Schreck's What the Constitution Means to Me has all the stage show's strengths — and flaws.
News
A Short Film Captures the Guggenheim Union Protest on Museum Opening Day
Hyperallergic has an exclusive video produced by the Guggenheim Union about its rally at the museum's reopening.
Art
Films About Voting Rights at a Time When They’re More Crucial Than Ever
Metrograph is hosting We the People: Shoestrings of Democracy, about the most basic element of democracy.
Film
Three Films to Stream for Indigenous Peoples' Day
These films tell stories of resistance, trauma, and healing without relying on tired stereotypes.
Film
A Coming-of-Age Story on the Baltimore Dirt-Biking Scene
Charm City Kings features tremendous performances from young actor Jahi Di'Allo Winston and rapper Meek Mill.