Articles by Althea Wilson-Forbes
Film Review: If Beale Street Could Talk
Review: Christian Petzold’s Transit
In this film, a man on the run adopts the identity of a dead man and by chance, meets this man’s widow.
Film Review: If Beale Street Could Talk
Sorry to Bother You: “Sci-fi comedy” is surreal & unique
In Boots Riley’s debut film, a young man at the beginning of his career tries to make sense of the corporate world and its soullessness.
Two Takes on Allure: Montreal Backdrop Provides Darkness
Althea Wilson-Forbes discusses the atmosphere of this psychological thriller.
A Ghost Story Benefits From Cast and Premise
A Ghost Story spans genres and benefits from its outstanding cast and concept.
Review: I Am Not Your Negro – Thoughts on Fire
Raoul Peck’s Oscar-nominated documentary focuses on James Baldwin’s part in the civil rights movement.
Christine: Tragedy Ripped from the Headlines
The story of the news reporter who took her own life on live television is told in Antonio Campos’ new film.
Our Kind of Traitor: Style Over Substance
Susanna White’s adaptation of a John Le Carré novel avoids clichés
Review of Janis: Little Girl Blue
Amy Berg’s new documentary depicts the successes and hardships of Janis Joplin’s life.
Review of Knight of Cups: Floating Through Time
Terrence Malick’s new film deals with tarot and hedonism
Review of 45 Years: Saving a Relationship
Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay deliver impressive performances as a couple reaching a difficult place in their marriage.
Review of Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict
The larger-than-life personality of the famous art lover is memorialized in this new documentary
Jeremy Scott: The People’s Designer Shows the Man Behind the Brand
Vlad Yudin’s new documentary showcases clothes, celebrities, and the fashion designer himself
Dance Review: Ravages Sweeps the Subconscious
New season of Danse Danse gets off to a cerebral and visceral start with Ravages.
Dance Review: The Little Prince Rockstar Fantasy
Enchanting, mesmerizing, and intimate, the Little Prince translates to dance.
A Most Violent Year Review: Greed and Corruption, ‘80s-Style
Good guys and bad guys meet on equal footing in this award-winner by J.C. Chandor.