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Review: "The Hand of God"
Italy's 2021 submission for the International Oscar is a beautiful coming-of-age story and a love letter to both director Paolo...


Review: "Lulli"
An appealing cast and light tone keep this middling Brazilian comedy afloat, but just barely. Star Manoela -- much funnier in the recent...


Review: "1,000 Miles from Christmas"
Actor Tamar Novas carries this lighthearted Spanish comedy with beautiful locations and a positive message about the importance of...


Review: "Parallel Mothers"
Guided by exceptional performances from the film's mostly female cast, this melodrama from Spanish maestro Pedro Almódovar blends many of...


Review: "Grumpy Christmas"
Awkward pacing, humor, and characterizations undermine what might have been a pleasant family Christmas movie from Mexico. Despite good...


Review: "Swan Song"
Sensitive performances drive this high-concept drama, which aims to inspire deep thoughts about the pros and cons of technological...
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