Movies Update: ‘Knock at the Cabin’ and More

Plus, the art of crying in movies.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story February 3, 2023 By Mekado Murphy Movies Editor Hey movie fans! Ready for big revelations? Or how about something that feels out of the Book of Revelation? The latest from M. Night Shyamalan, "Knock at the Cabin," is in theaters, an end-times-style yarn with an ensemble cast. In his review, A.O. Scott called it an "itchy, claustrophobic, metaphysical thriller." If you're seeking something a little lighter, you can spend time with Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Sally Field and Rita Moreno in "80 for Brady," a comedy about a group of older, feisty New England Patriots fans. In her review, Amy Nicholson called the film "stubbornly charming." And if you cry at movies, you might be interested about how people cry in movies. The writer Gabe Cohn went behind the scenes to explore that process in three recent releases, "Close," "The Woman King" and "Babylon." Enjoy the movies! Universal Pictures 'Knock at the Cabin' Review: Who's There? The Apocalypse. In M. Night Shyamalan's latest thought experiment, Dave Bautista brings the end of the world to a peaceful country cottage. By A.O. Scott Courtesy of Janus Films 'Godland' Review: Another of God's Lonely Men Goes Amok (Spiritually) In this striking drama set in the late 19th century, a Danish priest travels to Iceland and is gradually undone by a world he can't understand. By Manohla Dargis Scott Garfield/Paramount Pictures '80 for Brady' Review: Remember These Titans This stubbornly charming romp starring Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Sally Field and Rita Moreno is inspired by the story of a real group of female friends with a love for Tom Brady and the New England Patriots. By Amy Nicholson CRITICS' PICKS Rialto Pictures CRITIC'S PICK 'Una Vita Difficile' Review: Life Comes at You Fast Alberto Sordi stars as an idealistic Italian Everyman caught up in a changing postwar world in this rediscovered comedy from the '60s. By A.O. Scott Music Box Films CRITIC'S PICK 'Full Time' Review: No Rest for the Working Girl A breathlessly tense portrait of modern labor, this French drama stars Laure Calamy as a single mother who hits her breaking point during a nationwide strike. By Beatrice Loayza Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT MOVIE REVIEWS CNN Films 'Dionne Warwick: Don't Make Me Over' Review: A Trailblazer Gets Her Flowers This documentary tries to do justice to a six-decade career in 95 minutes, which proves challenging. By Chris Azzopardi Yash Raj Films 'Pathaan' Review: Fighting the Good (and Long) Fight Filled to the brim with action set pieces, "Pathaan" stars Shah Rukh Khan as a secret agent saving India from havoc unleashed by a vengeful former operative. By Nicolas Rapold RLJE Films 'A Lot of Nothing' Review: The Cop Next Door Mo McRae's feature debut, about a well-off Black couple and their white neighbor, is more of a trauma drama than a satirical thriller. By Lisa Kennedy Netflix 'Pamela, a Love Story' Review: A Frank Look Back This documentary from Ryan White rewinds, to powerful effect, on Pamela Anderson's life and fame. By Glenn Kenny Julian Panetta/Netflix 'True Spirit' Review: Around the World in 210 Days Nothing rocks the boat for long in this can-do drama based on the true story of Jessica Watson, an Australian teenager who sailed the globe. By Nicolas Rapold Shout! Studios 'Body Parts' Review: Even Sex Scenes Have Rules The documentary features performers and filmmakers discussing onscreen nudity and sex, but offers little on the subject of sexual exploitation. By Teo Bugbee Screen Media 'The Locksmith' Review: A Botched Job Ryan Phillippe plays a lock picker trying to escape his past in this clunky, clichéd crime thriller. By Brandon Yu Cohen Media Group 'Let It Be Morning' Review: After the Wedding, the Siege A Palestinian citizen of Israel returns to his hometown and encounters problems in this film from Eran Kolirin. By Ben Kenigsberg Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT NEWS & FEATURES Paramount Pictures How to Turn a Good Cry Into Good Cinema Bringing a great crying scene to the big screen requires a combination of craft and empathy. This is how three recent movies — "Close," "Babylon" and "The Woman King" — pulled it off. By Gabe Cohn Cinedigm Two Experimental Horror Directors Discuss the Thoughts Behind the Frights Kyle Edward Ball, the filmmaker behind "Skinamarink," and Robbie Banfitch, who made "The Outwaters," talk about their creepy, buzzy movies. By Erik Piepenburg Ariel Fisher for The New York Times THE PROJECTIONIST Kerry Condon: 'I Don't Think Anything Has Ever Come Easy to Me' An ardent animal lover, the supporting actress Oscar nominee for "The Banshees of Inisherin" channeled grief from her dog's death into her performance. By Kyle Buchanan Maja Smiejkowska/Reuters Academy Won't Rescind Best Actress Nomination The organization investigated whether an Oscars campaign for the "To Leslie" actress Andrea Riseborough had violated rules. By Nicole Sperling STREAMING RECOMMENDATIONS Cargo Film & Releasing Stream These Three Great Documentaries This month's picks look at an organized-labor fight, a student impostor and a lecturer chronicling racism in America. By Ben Kenigsberg Peacock Five Horror Movies to Stream Now This month's picks include a pandemic-inspired killer, a trance-induced massacre and a bloodthirsty little boy. By Erik Piepenburg Netflix, via IMDb Stream These 8 Movies Before They Leave Netflix in February A handful of great titles are leaving the service for U.S. subscribers soon, including a bona fide comedy classic. See them while you can. By Jason Bailey Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT How are we doing? We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. 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