Drama Reviews — Page 2
It's a Wonderful Life Review: The Warmest Christmas Classic
Frank Capra's festive fable is far darker and more moving than its reputation suggests. Our verdict.
Saving Private Ryan Review: The Landing That Changed War Films
Steven Spielberg's brutal D-Day opening and moving mission make this a defining war movie. Our verdict.
Seven Samurai Review: The Template for the Action Ensemble
Akira Kurosawa's epic about farmers hiring warriors remains thrilling, funny and deeply human. Our verdict.
The Green Mile Review: A Gentle Giant on Death Row
Frank Darabont's Stephen King adaptation is a long, emotional drama with a touch of the supernatural. Our verdict.
City of God Review: A Furious, Dazzling Crime Epic
Fernando Meirelles's Rio gangster saga is kinetic, brutal and unforgettable. Our verdict.
Life Is Beautiful Review: Comedy and Tragedy Intertwined
Roberto Benigni's tender, controversial fable about a father shielding his son in a concentration camp. Our verdict.
Gladiator Review: Ridley Scott Revives the Epic
Russell Crowe's vengeful Roman general anchors a rousing, brutal historical epic. Our verdict.
The Pianist Review: A Survivor's Story, Quietly Told
Roman Polanski's Holocaust drama, anchored by Adrien Brody, is harrowing and restrained. Our verdict.
Parasite Review: A Genre-Defying Class Satire
Bong Joon-ho's Oscar-winning black comedy thriller is sharp, shocking and endlessly clever. Our verdict.
Grave of the Fireflies Review: An Unforgettable Anti-War Tragedy
Isao Takahata's animated drama of two siblings in wartime Japan is devastating and humane. Our verdict.