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• Dune, Part Two

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  Dune: Part Two is everything you could ask for in a rich sci-fi blockbuster. Director Denis Villeneuve delivers a much-watch sequel that contiunes his adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel, navigating Paul Atreides' journey through…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Challengers

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  It's 2019. Art Donaldson: Tennis legend on the decline. His wife/coach/former aspiring pro Tashi Duncan signs him up for a Challenger: a small tournament with a guaranteed win to boost Art's confidence. All goes well until Art makes it to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Lisa Frankenstein

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  Lisa Frankenstein is a dark comedy/horror/teen drama by way of John Waters, Tim Burton, and the Universal classic, Frankenstein. Recommended by IndyPL_DarleneF, Electronic Resources Librarian, and 3 other staff members

• The Boy and the Heron

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  The Boy and the Heron is a surrealistic journey through grief, with themes of destruction and creation and imagination throughout. It's strange and wonderful and complicated (just like life), and feels like a dream within a dream within a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Late Night With the Devil

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  David Dastmalchian in a star making role as a has-been talk show host. That changes when the show's Halloween special goes awry. A great throw back to 1970's tv specials and horror. More fun than scary. Recommended by IndyPL_DarleneF,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The First Omen

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  This prequel to the 1976 horror classic does what few in the franchise manage. It matches the eerie psychological tone of the original while adding to the lore in a way that feels authentic. Recommended by IndyPL_KaseyP, Public Services…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Bikeriders

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  The Bikeriders, inspired by the photo-book of the same title by Danny Lyon, depicts the lives of the Vandals Motorcycle Club, a fictional version of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club. The film features strong performances and is from an…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Perfect days

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  Koji Yakusho is unforgettable as Hirayama, a public toilet cleaner in Tokyo, in this film by Wim Wenders. It's slow moving and thoughtful and we see Hirayama's world though his interaction with others and his appreciation of simple things…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Babes

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  Hilarious & heartfelt. A sweet story about enduring friendship through many life changes. You will laugh out loud and probably cry. Recommended by IndyPL_KaylieD, Public Services Associate

• Interview With the Vampire. Season 2

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  This adaptation of Anne Rice's beloved novel continues to impress and delight me. The casting and acting is just brilliant, and the writing and plot twists are perfection. But don't talk to me about episode seven, haha. I'm vibrating with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Abigail

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  After a group of criminals kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure, all they have to do to collect a $50 million ransom is watch the girl overnight. In an isolated mansion, the captors start to dwindle,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Wild Robot

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  This story made my heart burst and bloom with wonder, grief, and hope. The animation was lush and gorgeous and the voice cast was superb. Perfect for fans of The Iron Giant and Castle In the Sky. Recommended by IndyPL_ShainaS, Library…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Deadpool & Wolverine

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  Deadpool & Wolverine is the only comic book movie worth watching this year. Everything fans loved about the first two R-rated installments is carried over to fit into the MCU. Captured by the odd couple chemistry between Ryan Reynolds as…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Longlegs

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  Osgood Perkins, son of Anthony Perkins (Psycho), is such a good, assured, and methodical director. I loved the marketing rollout for this film -- that included, supposedly, using audio of actress Maika Monroe's escalating heart rate when…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Wildcat

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  BEST OF THE BACK CATALOG- An untraditional biopic about an unorthodox author - Flannery O'Connor. Directed by Ethan Hawke, WILDCAT follows Flannery O'Connor's as she ponders the great questions surounding her writing and her life as it…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Harlan County, USA

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  BEST OF THE BACK CATALOG- Equal parts humanizing and galvanizing, Barbra Kopple's documentary on 1973 miner's strikes speaks to themes of abuse of power, generational poverty, and the imperative of unions. Recommended by Michael L,…Read moreRead more of this annotation