Circumstantial Pleasures

NYT Critic’s Pick | Directed by Lewis Klahr

A new movie by Lewis Klahr, who makes striking, personal assemblages out of cultural detritus.
By MANOHLA DARGIS

Papicha

NYT Critic’s Pick | Drama | Directed by Mounia Meddour

A young Algerian woman rebels against religious extremism in Mounia Meddour’s vibrant film.
By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS

— Of Possible Interest —

PG-13 | Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller| Directed by Andrew Patterson

In a small New Mexico town in the 1950s, an eerie throbbing sound and a lot of questions send two friends in search of answers.
By MANOHLA DARGIS