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Movie Reviews: ‘Princess’ is Hard to Watch, But a Must-See

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● May 27, 2016

This is the second feature film from the provocative Israeli writer-director Tali Shalom-Ezer. Other winners this week include “Chevalier,” “Unlocking the Cage” and “The Ones Below,” a chilling thriller.

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Movie Reviews: ‘The Nice Guys’ Deliver Hilarious Dark Comedy

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● May 20, 2016

“Maggie's Plan,” which also opens May 20, congregates New York indie film royalty, but disappoints any high hopes. “The Abolitionists” also just opened, a documentary about child trafficking.

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‘Likes’ and Live Streaming Rape: Let’s Talk About it with Our Kids

By Jillana Enteen ● Arts & Culture ● May 18, 2016

Parents and teachers do not need to demonize apps like Periscope or Twitter. Instead, we must consistently remind kids to carry the same set of values between real life and social networking.

Movie Reviews: ‘Under the Gun’ Is a Documentary Everyone Must See

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● May 13, 2016

The film, which opens May 13, gives voice to grieving parents, experts in civil law and NRA members. On a much lighter note, the weekend also brings the opening of “Love & Friendship,” an entertaining story that is a visual treat.

Movie Reviews: Documentary ‘Dark Horse’ is a Big Winner

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● May 6, 2016

This week also brings the poignant Mother’s Day release, “A Light Beneath Their Feet.” Go see this story of a mother with bipolar disorder and a daughter with tough choices to make. It’s moving and meaningful.

In India, Daughters Have Big Family Problems with Inheritance

By Gagandeep Kaur ● Arts & Culture ● May 2, 2016

The popularity of novelist Ratna Vira, who writes about this common family drama, could be a sign of cultural shift. But for now, many women in India are discouraged from inheriting family property on the same basis as their brothers.

‘Eva Hesse’ Takes You on Famous Sculptor’s Fascinating Journey

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● April 29, 2016

Another notable documentary opening April 29 is “Gayby Baby,” which looks at modern family life through the eyes of four children who are being raised by same-sex parents in Australia.

London's Feminist Library Faces Eviction, Fights to Preserve History

By Juhie Bhatia ● Arts & Culture ● April 25, 2016

A collection of books and periodicals open to the public in the center of England’s capital city provides an extensive record of the women’s liberation movement. Now it is looking for a new lease on life.

‘The Meddler’ Is a Must-See Filled With Love and Laughter

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● April 22, 2016

This week also brings the opening of “Nina,” a fictional biopic about the late and great Nina Simone that has attracted casting controversy. I recommend seeing Liz Garbus’ 2015 biodoc “What Happened, Miss Simone?” instead.

‘Colonia,’ About Pinochet’s Chile, is Brutal and Brilliant

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● April 15, 2016

“Hostile Border” is also opening this week and it’s a thrilling meditation on the problem of identity for those breaching the U.S.-Mexico border. “Armenia, My Love” and “Echo Park” are also highly recommended.