Three Thousand Years of Longing (MGM, R)

There are few things that get me interested in a movie as quickly as the words, “Starring Idris Elba.” I’m just being honest. The man is a spectacle and an undeniable talent. When you happen to follow those words up with, “and Tilda Swinton,” I’ve already left my house, keys in hand. I’m a simple man with simple needs. I’ll be straight up and honest wit…