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‘American Hero’ Fights for His Soul … And Ours
“American Hero” is the umpteenth superhero film in recent years, but within moments the movie carves out a space all…
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How Dennis Muren’s ‘Failure’ Led to Nine FX Oscars
Muren’s 1967 film “Equinox” was “a movie made by three people behind the camera and four people in front of…
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5 Non-Trump Political Gaffes for Noah and Co.
It’s like the GOP contender was scientifically designed for pundits and satirists alike. Jon Stewart must be kicking himself for leaving his…
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‘Bleeding Heart’ – When Namaste Isn’t Enough
She’s a yoga instructor who values inner peace over empty calories. So when she learns she has a half-sister hounded…
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Jeff Lynne’s ‘Universe’ – Arena Rock Aging Gracefully
The ’80s supergroup also featured Jeff Lynne, one of rock’s under-appreciated stars despite ELO’s rock dominance. ELO’s greatness gave way to Lynne’s…
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Why Bono Is Wrong About Syrian Refugees
U2’s Bono is still wrong on the subject of Syrian refugees. He’s just smart enough to couch his mistaken rhetoric…
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‘Murray Christmas’ Arrives 30 Years Too Late
The Netflix special finds Bill Murray crooning Christmas classics along with some of his celebrity pals. Chris Rock. George Clooney. Miley…
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The Comic Roots of ‘Batman v. Superman’
The film, set for a March 25, 2016 release, is the first time we will get to see The Dark Knight…
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‘Fargo’ Cop Proves Nice Guys Still Matter
Yes, the culture couldn’t get enough of Walter White and Tony Soprano, serially flawed men who anchored “Breaking Bad” and…
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Trevor Noah Excuses Obama, Calls Cruz an ‘A**hole’
Meet the new host. Same as the old host. Trevor Noah, taking over for Jon Stewart on “The Daily Show,”…
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