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David Edelstein

January 5, 2009
Killer Instincts

Michael Shannon gave two riveting, dead-on performances in 2008. So why don’t you know who he is?

January 5, 2009 | The Movie Review
Graphic Violence

The superb, animated Waltz With Bashir makes war feverishly real. Plus, gentleman Nazi Tom Cruise.

December 22, 2008 | The Movie Review
’Tis the Season�

�to be cramming for the Oscars, as the studios release their most potent hopefuls. Our critic considers nine.

December 15, 2008 |
The Top Ten Films

There's something for everyone on this year's list- mournful dramas, stirring animation, and even singing and dancing.

December 8, 2008 | The Movie Review
Unholy Alliance

Frost/Nixon’s iconic TV moment seems quaint after Couric/Palin. Plus: Cadillac Records hits its groove.

December 1, 2008 | The Movie Review
The Gospel of Harvey Milk

A shiny, happy Sean Penn finally gets to play a saint. Plus, the cheesy allure of Twilight.

November 24, 2008 | The Movie Review
Indian Love Song

Danny Boyle's irresistible Slumdog Millionaire. Plus, DIsney's huggably meta kids' flick, Bolt.

November 17, 2008 | The Movie Review
Bond Ambivalence

Daniel Craig’s 007 needs an injection of bon vivant. Plus, a splendidly dark Christmas tale.

November 10, 2008 | The Movie Review
Boy, Interrupted

The documentary Dear Zachary is one of the most disturbing films of the year. Plus, Swedish vampires!

November 3, 2008 | The Movie Review
Still Waters Run Deep

Kristin Scott Thomas is gravely beguiling in I’ve Loved You So Long. Plus, the scare-your-pants-off Splinter.