Decades after her mother missed out on an Oscar, Brazil’s Fernanda Torres may have a chance to win a golden statuette with a role in a film that has set off deep soul-searching.
Tag: Movies
How ‘Her Story,’ a Feminist Comedy, Came to Rule China’s Box Office
“Her Story” touches on sensitive topics in China, like censorship and gender inequality. But its humorous, nonconfrontational approach may have helped it pass censors.
France’s First Big #MeToo Case Goes to Trial
The actress Adèle Haenel has accused the director Christophe Ruggia of grooming and sexually assaulting her when she was 12. If found guilty, he faces up to a decade in prison.
Year in Review
As critics issue their year-end lists, we want to know your personal favorites of 2024.
What Two Acclaimed Female-Directed Movies Say About Indian Cinema
“Laapataa Ladies” and “All We Imagine as Light” have both captivated audiences at home. But only one was able to get India’s nod for the best foreign film Oscar.
Your Heart’s Desire
Understanding what’s “for you” or “not for you” is part of refining taste. But what if it’s also closing you off to pleasure and connection?
Satisfying vs. Productive
Weekends are, ostensibly, for relaxation. But the impulse to make every moment productive can make guilt-free leisure a challenge.
Gérard Depardieu’s Sexual Assault Trial Is Postponed Until March
The French movie star’s lawyer said poor health kept his client from court on Monday.
Gérard Depardieu’s Sexual Assault Trial Is Postponed Until March
The French movie star’s lawyer said poor health kept his client from court on Monday.
Shiori Ito’s Searing Documentary ‘Black Box Diaries’ to Open in U.S.
“Black Box Diaries,” a documentary about Shiori Ito’s fight against Japan’s patriarchal justice system, opens on Friday in the United States.