When I go to a movie, I want to enjoy it. Critiquing it isn't my goal. So I focus mostly on what works, because that's what makes or breaks the experience. If the good parts don't match your taste, why worry about the nuances?

The Forgiveness of Blood gives us a rare look at a custom that seems unimaginable to most Americans.

While it sounds a bit like Schindler's List, it differs in several important ways. Agnieszka Holland's In Darkness is a much more realistic and gritty film.

Elizabeth Olsen gives an intense and totally believable performance as Sarah -- all the more impressive because there are no cuts or retakes.

Just because it follows a typical romantic comedy trajectory doesn't mean it isn't a fun ride. There are many cute moments, lots of clever dialogue and some real on-screen chemistry.

This tricky, clever spoof on family/community life in academia starts out with some great stylistic elements inspired by mid-20th century mystery movies.

Film: Being Flynn (2012) Cast includes: Robert De Niro (Goodfellas), Paul Dano (Little Miss Sunshine), Julianne Moore (The Kids Are All Right), Olivi...

Except for a few bizarre musical choices, the Kid With a Bike is totally low key and unsentimental. It's a gentle movie with a big heart.

Adrien Brody gives an amazing performance as a substitute teacher whose own personal pain allows him to connect with the pain of his students.

The fundamental reason for a campus-wide ban on firearms is to keep as few firearms on campus as possible -- a preventative policy. Ultimately, the policy hasn't made the campus less safe, only less risky.

"What will she order? Nothing humdrum like coffee..." François and Nathalie enjoy replaying their first meeting at Les Cailloux. Falling in love was so easy then.

It's 1950, and we're watching Hester in a shabby London flat. She puts money into the gas meter, spreads out a quilt in front of the fireplace, puts the note on the mantle, turns on the gas and lies down to die.