The writer-director’s acclaimed movies focus on nuanced, layered protagonists who don’t succumb to “Strong Female Character” cliches. A big reason his latest, Civil War, doesn’t work as well is it’s the first time he’s viewed one of his heroines so narrowly.
On two empathetic dramas from Tribeca directed by Steve Buscemi and Michael Shannon.
A feature on how Annihilation explores and even produces anxiety.
An article about filmmakers Jason Delane Lee and Yvonne Huff Lee, whose short film, "Lifeline," screened at this year's Ebertfest.
An article about Rebecca Hall's debut feature, "Passing," and why it stirs the imagination.
An article about the January 2022 episode of PBS' "Finding Your Roots" in which "Passing" director Rebecca Hall learns the amazing truth of her family history from Dr. Henry Louis Gates.
On two dozen of our favorite performances of 2021.
Top ten lists from the contributors to RogerEbert.com.
An essay on Rebecca Hall's film "Passing," and the phenomenon of choosing to live as a different race other than the one prescribed by society penned by its executive producer, Chaz Ebert.
A look at the many black-and-white films that are a part of this year's award season, including this week's Belfast and Passing.
An article about Rebecca Hall's directorial debut, "Passing," winning a top prize at the 2021 NewFest.
An interview with Rebecca Hall, director of Passing, in theaters today.
A look at three films that premiered on Saturday at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival.
This year's virtual Sundance Film Festival runs from January 28 - February 3.
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