Josh Hartnett and Scarlett Johansson star in Bryan De Palma's The Black Dahlia.   (Photo: Courtesy of Merrick Morton/Universal)

You Don’t Know Jack
Nicholson’s first collaboration with Scorsese helps him get in touch with his inner godfather.
• The Departed, Directed by Martin Scorsese, Warner Bros.; opens October 6 (R).

Not a Pretty Picture
Director Steven Shainberg zooms in on Diane Arbus in an unconventional biopic.
• Fur, Directed by Steven Shainberg, Picturehouse; opens November 10 (R).

Previews of Shortbus, Marie Antoinette, and More

Maggie Gyllenhaal Talks Smack
The indie sweetheart discusses her new heroin flick, her 9/11 remarks, and the appeal of big-budget films.
• Sherrybaby, Directed by Laurie Collyer, IFC Films, opens September 8 (R).

De Palma Does Dahlia
The master of the smart thriller takes on Ellroy’s tale of Hollywood brutality.
• The Black Dahlia, Directed by Brian De Palma, Universal Pictures; opens September 15 (R).

Cate Blanchett: Highbrow Brilliant
A Q&A with the actress.
• The Good German, Directed by Steven Soderbergh, Warner Bros.; opens December 8 (R).

Truman, Take Two
Another exploration of In Cold Blood—this time with humor.
• Infamous, Directed by Douglas McGrath, Warner Independent; opens October 13 (R).

The Best of the Rest
Jealous magicians, a new Bond, one crazy Kazakh, and more.