TODAY AT AFI FESTIVAL

Following are The Times’ recommendations for today’s schedule of the American Film Institute Los Angeles International Film Festival (AFIFEST), with commentary by the film reviewing staff. Information: (213) 480-3232 or (213) 520-2000.

Recommended:

“THE CONDUCTOR”(France-Belgium, 1989; Director: Marion Hansel. Century Plaza 2, 7 p.m.) Exquisitely wrought meditation on the nature of identity, involving guilt and responsibility, with a classical music background. The acting is wonderful: including Malcolm McDowell’s best performance in years. As in many international co-productions, though, the mix of nationalities may unsettle some audiences. (Kevin Thomas).