Though the history-inflected “Furiosa” and “Megalopolis” were the hottest tickets, films by Andrea Arnold and Rungano Nyoni proved to be discoveries.

When the director and crew of “Io Capitano” toured Senegal with their acclaimed movie, audiences responded with their life stories.

In movies like “9 to 5” and “Tootsie” and on TV shows like “Buffalo Bill,” he turned the portrayal of egomaniacal louts into a fine art.

During a heated hearing, Mr. Baldwin’s lawyers claimed prosecutors had improperly presented evidence to the grand jury considering the fatal shooting on the set of “Rust.”

This month’s picks include crypto terrorism, gaslighting, an undercover mission and more.

Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.