The New York Times – Film:
Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.
Category: van Sant, Gus
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‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Review: When the Action Is Razor Thin
The New York Times – Film:
Dramatizing an odd news item from 1977, Gus Van Sant’s crime film isn’t crazy enough.
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Udo Kier, German Actor Who Played Eccentric Villains, Dies at 81
The New York Times – Music:
Over a six-decade career, he appeared in films by the directors Gus Van Sant and Lars von Trier, and in music videos by Madonna.
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Pope Leo Shares His Favorite Movies Ahead of Vatican Event
The New York Times – Film:
The list leans heavily on uplifting classics.
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‘Father Mother Sister Brother’ Takes Top Prize at Venice Film Festival
The New York Times – Film:
The film, directed by Jim Jarmusch, details three stories of three families. “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” about a Palestinian girl in a car under fire by the Israeli military, won second place.
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What Directors Love About Nicole Kidman
The New York Times – Film:
As the actress receives a life achievement award from the American Film Institute this week, five filmmakers discuss what makes her work so singular.
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‘Elephant’ at 20: A Drama About a Mass Shooting Remains Chilling
The New York Times – Film:
When Gus Van Sant made his experimental feature in response to the 1999 Columbine High School shooting, he said, he didn’t envision a future America with “an endless number of shootings.”