Chronicle movie critic emeritus Mick LaSalle also discusses dark cinematography and the proper response when someone tells you about their favorite movies.

Chronicle film critic emeritus Mick LaSalle also answers questions about who he thinks really got snubbed at the Oscars, “The Letter” and the late Heuwell Tircuit.

“The Four Seasons” was a 1981 film about growing old together, not only with one’s spouse but also alongside one’s dearest friends. Yet, while the new Netflix adaptation brings together a new cast of ...

John Leguizamo shows his soft side, while Barbie Ferreira proves she’s a real actor in this warm drama from Tracie Laymon. Barbie Ferreira, from left, and John Leguizamo star in “Bob Trevino Likes It, ...

The screening of the Oakland-filmed “Freaky Tales” at the Grand Lake Theatre became a star-studded event and full on celebration of the Bay Area.

Saou Ichikawa wins the Akutagawa Prize for “Hunchback,” marking the first time a disabled author has received the honor in its 90-year history.

“Tori and the Muses” follows a talented young pianist who wants to compose her own music rather than practice for her recital. Unknown to Tori’s strict father, his daughter has been visited by 11 ...

As Timo is leaving his old friend Mickey to die in an icy crevice on a barren planet, he says, “Nice knowing you, have a nice death” — before adding, “See you tomorrow.” Mickey (Robert Pattinson), you ...

Nicole Graev Lipson fearlessly examines the multitudes of identities women have in her new memoir-essay collection.

Where does the line fall between the living and the dead? How do you know when you’re awake or dreaming? Whose presence is real, and whose is merely a figment of the imagination? These are the ...

Kidman plays a powerful CEO exploring vulnerability and dark sadomasochistic fantasies in Halina Reijn’s new erotic thriller.

If Robert Eggers is someone who suffers for his art, he asks that you suffer along with him. This is not a knock but a compliment: No filmmaker working today has as much mastery of atmosphere and tone ...