“The costumes are the key.”

“A jarring lead performance anchors Thunder Road…”

Inspired by the year’s best movie, a top-ten list in haiku form.

“…a wrenchingly beautiful film, and an enraging one in its own way.”

“…as if a mid-century work of Italian neorealism took a nap in a field and had a dream.”

“…suggests that in everyday domestic chores, strange and beautiful miracles are being performed.”

“…definitely goes after your heartstrings, yet earns any tears it gets.”

“It’s easy to say that The Favourite is Lanthimos’ Barry Lyndon, but it’s also accurate.”

“…at least the songs are the real deal.”

“…a mysterious character study that grows into a somber, generational portrait.”