When it comes to true story-inspired movies, there’s a responsibility tied to them from the start. Some of these movies become even more harrowing because they’re still relevant today — it’s difficult to watch Paul Greengrass’ The Lost Bus, which follows the wildfires that broke out in Paradise, California, in 2018, and not think about 2025’s LA fires. The film honors the experiences of the real-life people it portrays: Kevin McKay (Matthew McConaughey), a bus driver, and Mary Ludwig (America Ferrera), a school teacher, who work to bring the children on the bus to safety.