What to Watch in December in Cinemas and on Streaming
Train Dreams (2025)
★★★★1/2 Clint Bentley crafts an intimate yet sweeping drama that lingers in the quiet ache of everyday life, letting grief unfold through prolonged moments of silence and some of the most stunning imagery you will see all year.
Wicked: For Good (2025)
★★★ The eagerly awaited sequel offers a competent return to the hit musical, but despite Erivo and Grande's best efforts, its wavering tone and less memorable songs keep it from soaring to the heights of its predecessor.
The Running Man (2025)
★★1/2 Edgar Wright maintains the relentless energy of his earlier films with some well choreographed action, but this underwhelming take on Stephen King's "The Running Man" stumbles, lacking the filmmaker's signature polish and wit.
Die My Love (2025)
★★★1/2 Lynne Ramsay's fearless portrayal of postpartum depression might challenge some viewers with its experimental edge, yet Jennifer Lawrence's raw performance and daring visuals make for an unforgettable exploration of mental health.
2025-2026 Award Season Calendar
2025-2026 Award Season Calendar
Ballad of a Small Player (2025)
★★★1/2 It may be all style and no substance, but there is never a dull moment in Edward Berger's psychological drama, with the over-the-top visuals and Colin Farrell's electric and incredibly sweaty performance keeping me hooked throughout.
What to Watch in November
What to Watch in November in Cinemas and on Streaming
Hamnet (2025)
★★★★ Jessie Buckley commands the screen with an Oscar-worthy turn in Chloe Zhao's gorgeously crafted Shakespearean drama, a film that packs an emotional punch but lacks the nuance of Zhao's more modest earlier projects.
Roofman (2025)
★★★★ Derek Cianfrance delivers a true-crime caper that feels both light on its feet and deeply heartfelt, letting Channing Tatum shine with such irresistible charm that you cannot help but cheer for the real-life serial burglar.
