‘My Mother’s Wedding’: Kristen Scott Thomas’s First Film
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‘My Mother’s Wedding’: Kristen Scott Thomas’s First Film

Thomas, an emerging director of character, may eventually grow into even more of an actor’s director. She’s got a good eye for nuance and a talent for comedy.
‘The Wildman of Shaggy Creek’: Kid-Friendly Creature Feature
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‘The Wildman of Shaggy Creek’: Kid-Friendly Creature Feature

This wonderful coming-of-age adventure and kiddie-monster movie belongs in company of films such as “The Goonies,” “E.T., and “Stand By Me.”
Film Previews: August 2025
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Film Previews: August 2025

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‘Folktales’: A Brilliant Way to Get Teenagers Off Phones
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‘Folktales’: A Brilliant Way to Get Teenagers Off Phones

“Folktales” is an instant classic, a favorite documentary, and a film that can and will change lives once it breaks away from the documentary dog-pack.
‘The American Miracle’: How Divine Providence Begat America
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‘The American Miracle’: How Divine Providence Begat America

Atheists might think attributing divine intervention to random but serendipitous weather patterns is for simpletons, but for the faithful—if you know, you know

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‘A Man Called Ove’: How to Be Alone, Grumpy, and Still Loved

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‘Four Daughters’ and ‘Daughters Courageous’: Romance and More

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‘My Mother’s Wedding’: Kristen Scott Thomas’s First Film

‘My Mother’s Wedding’: Kristen Scott Thomas’s First Film

Thomas, an emerging director of character, may eventually grow into even more of an actor’s director. She’s got a good eye for nuance and a talent for comedy.

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‘Sanjuro’: The Triumphant Return of the Ronin

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‘The Wildman of Shaggy Creek’: Kid-Friendly Creature Feature

‘The Wildman of Shaggy Creek’: Kid-Friendly Creature Feature

This wonderful coming-of-age adventure and kiddie-monster movie belongs in company of films such as “The Goonies,” “E.T., and “Stand By Me.”
‘Any Number Can Play’: All Life’s a Gamble

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‘How Thoughts Become Things’: More Thoughts on ’The Secret’

‘How Thoughts Become Things’: More Thoughts on ’The Secret’

Based on the popular New Age philosophy-based book “The Secret,” this follow-up documentary is dedicated to only one aspect of the secret of human existence.
‘The Naked Gun’: A Legacy Sequel Worth Your Time and Money

‘The Naked Gun’: A Legacy Sequel Worth Your Time and Money

In his first ever comedic leading role, Liam Neeson holds his own and then some.