A Glimpse Into Pompeii’s Terrifying Final Moments

In the last episode of PBS’s new docuseries, archaeologists discover remarkable graffiti and shrine offerings that bring the ancient city — and its extinction — into view. | Sarah E. Bond

JAPAN CUTS: Festival of New Japanese Film

North America’s largest Japanese film festival presents two weeks of contemporary movies at Japan Society in NYC, July 10–21.

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INTERVIEWS WITH FILMMAKERS

Power Traces the History of Policing in the US

Following the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, filmmaker Yance Ford was struck by the question: “What, exactly, do the police exist to do?” | Dan Schindel 

Su Friedrich’s Life in Moving Images

“I always had the feeling that there isn’t just a single thing to do,” the artist told Hyperallergic. “I enjoy mixing text and images, real life and invented scenarios.”| Rhea Nayyar

ART & HISTORY

A Juneteenth Documentary Explores Faith’s Role in Black Liberation

Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom follows the pastor, educator, and descendant Rasool Berry as he travels across Texas to understand why we celebrate the holiday and the circumstances leading up to it. | Rhea Nayyar

The 2024 Cannes Film Festival Immersed Audiences in Art

A selection of films on artists and immersive VR experiences all reinforced the ability of art to emerge from and resonate with the viewer on deeply felt levels. | Ela Bittencourt

FROM THE ARCHIVE

10 Queer Camp Films That Have Left an Impact on Film History

Memorable, mostly underseen gems that explore the tensions of queerness and camp on screen. | Kyle Turner