Retail: A sly look at a disintegrating marriage, 40 Shades of Blue works as subtly as its title suggests. This offbeat tale set in his hometown won director and co-writer Ira Sachs the Sundance grand jury prize and is the sort of film Bob Rafelson might have made 30 years ago.

Steve Rose: Dina Korzun is every bit the melodramatic heroine here and her captivating presence elevates this considered chamber piece considerably.