Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

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Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014)

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10,000 Saints

10,000 Saints

2015 ★ 6.0

A sweeping multigenerational story set against the backdrop of the raw, roaring New York City of the late 1980s; adoption, teen pregnancy, drugs, hardcore punk rock, the unbridled optimism and reckless stupidity of the young—and old—are all major elements in this heart-aching tale of the son of diehard hippies and his strange odyssey through the extremes of late 20th century youth culture.

Shiva Baby

Shiva Baby

2021 ★ 7.1

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Noises Off...

Noises Off...

1992 ★ 7.2

Hired to helm an Americanized take on a British play, director Lloyd Fellowes does his best to control an eccentric group of stage actors. With a star actress quickly passing her prime, a male lead with no confidence, and a bit actor that's rarely sober, chaos ensues in the lead up to a Broadway premiere.

Oh, Hello on Broadway

Oh, Hello on Broadway

2017 ★ 6.9

Two delusional geriatrics reveal curious pasts, share a love of tuna and welcome a surprise guest in this filming of the popular Broadway comedy show.

Bullets Over Broadway

Bullets Over Broadway

1994 ★ 7.1

After young playwright, David Shayne obtains funding for his play from gangster Nick Valenti, Nick's girlfriend Olive miraculously lands the role of a psychiatrist—but not only is she a bimbo who could never pass for a psychiatrist—she's a dreadful actress. David puts up with the leading man who is a compulsive eater, the grand dame who wants her part jazzed up, and Olive's interfering hitman/bodyguard—but, eventually he must decide whether art or life is more important.

Dinner at Eight

Dinner at Eight

1933 ★ 6.8

An ambitious New York socialite plans an extravagant dinner party as her businessman husband, Oliver, contends with financial woes, causing a lot of tension between the couple. Meanwhile, their high-society friends and associates, including the gruff Dan Packard and his sultry spouse, Kitty, contend with their own entanglements, leading to revelations at the much-anticipated dinner.

The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)

The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)

2017 ★ 6.5

An estranged family gathers together in New York for an event celebrating the artistic work of their father.

All That Jazz

All That Jazz

1979 ★ 7.5

Joe Gideon is at the top of the heap, one of the most successful directors and choreographers in musical theater. But he can feel his world slowly collapsing around him - his obsession with work has almost destroyed his personal life, and only his bottles of pills keep him going.

Mr. Saturday Night

Mr. Saturday Night

1992 ★ 5.8

Buddy Young was the comic's comic, beloved by everyone. Now, playing to miniscule crowds in nursing homes, it seems like everybody but Buddy realizes that he should retire. As Buddy looks for work in show business, he realizes that the rest of the world has forgotten the golden days of Buddy Young, and that there just may not be room in the business for an old comic like himself.

The Country Girl

The Country Girl

1954 ★ 7.0

An actor on the skids is given one more chance to regain his stardom, as well as his self-respect, yet his alcoholism may prevent that from happening.

Landline

Landline

2017 ★ 6.1

A teenager living with her sister and parents in Manhattan during the 1990s discovers that her father is having an affair.

Demolition

Demolition

2016 ★ 6.8

An emotionally desperate investment banker finds hope through a woman he meets.

Standing Up, Falling Down

Standing Up, Falling Down

2020 ★ 6.3

An unlikely friendship kindles between a struggling stand-up comedian from L.A. — forced to move back home to Eastern Long Island with his tail between his legs — and a tragically flawed, but charming and charismatic, alcoholic dermatologist. Discovering to be kindred spirits, each helps the other find healing, in addition to the confidence to face the "failures" in their lives.

Igby Goes Down

Igby Goes Down

2002 ★ 6.6

Igby Slocumb, a rebellious and sarcastic 17-year-old boy, is at war with the stifling world of old money privilege he was born into. With a schizophrenic father, a self-absorbed, distant mother, and a shark-like young Republican big brother, Igby figures there must be a better life out there -- and sets about finding it.

The Weather Man

The Weather Man

2005 ★ 6.1

A Chicago weather man, separated from his wife and children, debates whether professional and personal success are mutually exclusive.

Deconstructing Harry

Deconstructing Harry

1997 ★ 7.3

Writer Harry Block draws inspiration from people he knows, and from events that happened to him, sometimes causing these people to become alienated from him as a result.

Sweet and Lowdown

Sweet and Lowdown

1999 ★ 6.8

In the 1930s, jazz guitarist Emmet Ray idolizes Django Reinhardt, faces gangsters and falls in love with a mute woman.

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Them

The Disappearance of Eleanor Rigby: Them

2014 ★ 6.2

A New York couple's relationship is tested after the loss of their child. This film is the wide-released combination of the original two :him and :her volumes that premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

Almost Friends

Almost Friends

2017 ★ 6.3

A man in his mid-20s, still living at home with his mother and stepfather, puts all his eggs in one basket: the girl who works at his local coffee shop. The problem is, she has a serious boyfriend. As they become closer, the line between friendship and intimacy is blurred, and the situation forces both to examine where they are in their lives.

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