Movies Update: One final Oscars roundup.

Plus, new documentaries to watch.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story March 15, 2024 By Stephanie Goodman Film Editor "Have you recovered yet?" That's the question film-desk staffers get asked most often the day after the Oscars (the answer: not quite). The next-most-asked question is: What'd you think? From what I could see (working on coverage means watching while editing), it was a pretty great Oscars — the "I'm Just Ken" number was fantastic, the presenter banter mostly worked, and Jimmy Kimmel was solid as host. Lily Gladstone not winning best actress was a bummer, but Emma Stone was a worthy winner. Similarly, I'm a big "Barbie" fan and wished it had received more love, but "Oppenheimer" was a totally worthy best-picture choice and deserved its accolades. Our critics largely agreed. In a conversation the next day, Manohla Dargis said the ceremony "felt particularly — and genuinely — ebullient," and singled out the moment when Kimmel called on the Dolby Theater audience to give a hand to the below-the-line workers like gaffers and grips. Alissa Wilkinson "was genuinely tickled by the bits and the jokes" and "found the introduction of acting nominees by past winners genuinely moving." Part of the reason we're not entirely recovered from the evening is the work we do after the ceremony. For instance, Nicole Sperling and Kyle Buchanan explained how Ryan Gosling's "I'm Just Ken" number came together (the choreographer Mandy Moore had a lot to juggle), and Julia Jacobs explained how Al Pacino explained what happened (or didn't) when he announced best picture. It's a lot! And of course, the movie world doesn't stop when awards season does. Even in this lull before summer blockbuster season, there are some interesting films to check out, including "Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus," "The Shadowless Tower" and "Knox Goes Away." Me, I'm going to catch up with the Oscar segments I missed. Whatever you decide to watch, enjoy the movies! Amir Hamja/The New York Times Best and Worst Moments From the 2024 Oscars In a fairly even-keeled night, emotions still ran high, whether it was the rush of "I'm Just Ken" or heartfelt words from Rita Moreno to America Ferrera. By The New York Times Amir Hamja/The New York Times Critics' Notebook Torn Between Golden Past and Thorny Present, Oscars Still Had Some Fun Even as the telecast indulged in the usual jokes, references to the 2023 strikes and current wars had their place, in our critics' view. By Manohla Dargis and Alissa Wilkinson Amir Hamja/The New York Times How 'I'm Just Ken' Won the Oscars Without Winning an Actual Oscar Working off ideas from Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig, the choreographer Mandy Moore created the crowd-pleasing number in days. By Nicole Sperling Sinna Nasseri for The New York Times Inside the Governors Ball 2024 Oscars Party Emma Stone and Christopher Nolan were among the winners celebrating at the official after-party of the Academy Awards. By Kyle Buchanan, Nicole Sperling and Sinna Nasseri Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT CRITICS' PICKS Open Captions LLC/Obscured Pictures Critic's Pick 'The Tuba Thieves' Review: The Real Meaning of Listening In this film, the artist Alison O'Daniel uses the theft of tubas from Southern California high schools as a central hub in a wheel with many spokes. By Alissa Wilkinson Paramount Pictures Critic's Pick 'Snack Shack' Review: The Kids Are Alright Performances from the two main characters elevate this boisterous teen comedy to the level of raunchy art. By Calum Marsh Danielle Mathias/Saba Films Critic's Pick 'Knox Goes Away' Review: A Not-So-Simple Plan Michael Keaton is quietly compelling as a beleaguered hit man in this downbeat thriller. By Jeannette Catsoulis Janus Films Critic's Pick 'Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus': A Parting Gift From a Master Musician The final concert of the Japanese virtuoso is captured in an aching meditation on mortality and legacy. By Alissa Wilkinson Ernie Gehr Critic's Notebook Once You Watch an Ernie Gehr Film, You'll Never See the World the Same Way A MoMA series shows how the artist pushes the boundaries of cinema in short movies that both delight and baffle. By Manohla Dargis MOVIE REVIEWS Strand Releasing USA 'The Shadowless Tower' Review: Circling Regret in Old Beijing Zhang Lu's quiet film follows a man touched by nostalgia and loss, lending a melancholic air to this modern city of steel and glass. By Manohla Dargis Carlos Rodriguez/Lionsgate 'Arthur the King' Review: Dog Days With Mark Wahlberg Wahlberg stars in this drama directed by Simon Cellan Jones, based on the true story of a Swedish adventure racer and his beloved adopted dog. By Beatrice Loayza Laurent Guerin/Paramount Global Content Distribution Group 'French Girl' Review: Cuckold au Vin In this romantic comedy featuring Zach Braff and Vanessa Hudgens, a New York man heads to Quebec City with his French Canadian girlfriend. Shenanigans ensue. By Amy Nicholson Peter Mountain/Bleecker Street 'One Life' Review: One Man's Rescue of Children in Wartime A British stockbroker quietly saved hundreds of lives by arranging for children in Prague to escape the Nazis by leaving for foster homes in England. By Ben Kenigsberg Magnet Releasing 'The Animal Kingdom' Review: A Beastly Disease This French sci-fi tale plunges us into a world where a mysterious sickness turns humans into strange, sometimes terrifying part-animal creatures. By Manohla Dargis Amazon/MGM Studios Critic's Notebook Gene Wilder and Frida Kahlo in Their Own Words (for Better and Worse) These documentaries draw us in by giving the sense that we're getting the story straight from the artists. But we're not always getting the full picture. By Alissa Wilkinson Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT NEWS & FEATURES via Poster House The Designer Who Makes Movie Posters Worthy of Museums You've seen Dawn Baillie's posters for thrillers, comedies and dramas outside cineplexes. Now her work is being exhibited at Poster House in Manhattan. By Erik Piepenburg Jake Michaels for The New York Times Q. and A. With Humor, Kobi Libii Gives His Characters a Different Superpower The writer and director of "The American Society of Magical Negroes" has made a satire that may feel primed to be provocative. He responds to some of the discourse. By Christopher Kuo Audience Report In the Oscars Audience, the Superstars Were the Superfans See Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Martin Scorsese, Billie Eilish, Emma Stone and other stars in candid scenes that viewers may have missed. By Amir Hamja and Maya Salam Our Favorite Photos From the Oscars Red Carpet An array of stars turned up the wattage, including Emma Stone and Billie Eilish and Oscar newcomers like Colman Domingo and Danielle Brooks. By Sinna Nasseri STREAMING RECOMMENDATIONS Universal Pictures Where to Stream 2024 Oscar Winners, From 'Oppenheimer' to 'Poor Things' Most of the night's winners can be watched at home. Here's a guide to help you find the honorees. By Scott Tobias DreamWorks Pictures Cillian Murphy: Get to Know the New Oscar Winner's Work "Oppenheimer" wasn't the first time he's played a physicist. In "Sunshine," "28 Days Later" and more, you can get a sense of just how wide his range is. By Esther Zuckerman Cineverse Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now Time loops in Japan, a seductive interface for agoraphobes and artificial intelligence battles make up this month's science fiction streaming picks. 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