During a year that has seen much conversation about film running times, I have found myself frequently reflecting on a quote from Roger Ebert: “No good movie is too long and no bad movie is short enough.” The logic of the sentiment is not difficult to decipher; well-made cinema will keep your attention regardless of length, and it’s always a relief when the end credits of a terrible feature start to roll. It’s been a handy reference to have in my back pocket this fall when explaining that I love all 206 minutes of Martin Scorsese’s Killers Of The Flower Moon.
Release Date: December 22, 2023
Directed By: Benjamin Renner
Written By: Mike White
Starring: Kumail Nanjiani, Elizabeth Banks, Danny DeVito, Caspar Jennings, Tresi Gazal, Keegan-Michael Key, Awkwafina, and David Mitchell
Rating: PG for action/peril and mild rude humor
Runtime: 91 minutes
