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Marcel the Shell with Shoes On Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp A heartwarming, hilarious, poignant, and life-affirming story about a mystical shell. Enthusiasm
A House Made of Splinters Directed by Simon Lereng Wilmont A documentary filmed inside a special orphanage in the Ukraine where the children express both sorrow and hope. Compassion
EO Directed by Jerzy Skolimowski A travelogue starring a donkey who experiences the good, the bad, and the beautiful in our world Reverence
The Territory Directed by Alex Pritz A documentary revealing how indigenous peoples are trying to protect their land -- and the whole Brazilian rainforest -- from the invasion of nonnative farmers and illegal settlers. Reverence
The Duke Directed by Roger Michell A true story about a elder who steals a painting in order to help others, demonstrating the philosophy of ubuntu. Kindness
Good Night Oppy Directed by Ryan White A remarkably touching documentary about twin robots exploring Mars who became like family to people on Earth. Questing
After Yang Directed by Kogonada A slow-moving nudge to savor the complexities and connections of life. Attention
White Noise Directed by Noah Baumbach An unforgettable movie about family, disasters, consumerism, addiction, and finding meaning in surprising places. Love
Nothing Compares Directed by Kathryn Ferguson A bold documentary about a prophetic singer and songwriter. Justice
Neptune Frost Directed by Saul Williams, Anisia Uzeyman A mind-bending trip through a world both like and unlike our own. Connections
Living Directed by Oliver Hermanus A well-crafted story about a bureaucrat's spiritual transformation in the face of death. Transformation
Nope Directed by Jordan Peele A sci-fi horror flick that raises some interesting questions about why aliens might come to Earth and what for. Shadow
Empire of Light Directed by Sam Mendes A tribute to how kindness creates friendships and how movies can be transformative. Kindness
Kangaroo Valley Directed by Kylie Stott A fascinating documentary that probably will answer all the questions you have about kangaroos. Reverence
Call Jane Directed by Phyllis Nagy An intimate account of a historical reproductive justice revolution. Justice
Hit the Road Directed by Panah Panahi A delightful and deep exploration of Iranian politics through an intimate family lens. Love
She Said Directed by Maria Schrader A quietly compassionate retelling of an early #MeToo movement moment. Justice
The Same Storm Directed by Peter Hedges A look at what is revealed about New York City residents during the pandemic lockdown. Connections
Lady Chatterley's Lover Directed by Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre Adaptation of D.H. Lawrence’s controversial novel placing the emphasis on love leading to a new life. Love
The Good House Directed by Maya Forbes, Wallace Wolodarsky Portrait of an accomplished real estate agent suffering from alcoholism and the disease of playing God. You
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