Posts By Christian Toto

John Legend thinks the Christmas classic “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” isn’t woke enough.

Never mind that “Baby” is an entrenched holiday staple, a song showcased in the beloved Yuletide film …
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Few films have earned as much free publicity as “Bombshell.”

The film, in select theaters Dec. 13, chronicles how Fox News founder Roger Ailes sexually harassed numerous female staffers while …
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Remember when Taylor Swift sang … and nothing more?

For years the “Shake It Off” superstar entertained millions without getting involved in the latest political scrum. That approach once seemed …
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There’s a greater chance Alyssa Milano will vote for President Donald Trump than “The Fanatic” will snare a single Oscar nomination.

Razzies? Oh, that’s a much safer bet.

Still, the …
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It’s rare to see a thriller that takes immense care beyond the pulp elements.

Director Jessica Hausner’s “Little Joe” is such a film. The scrupulously told tale gives us big, …
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“Saturday Night Live” rushed to prop up Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s presidential campaign with a November sketch that could double as a campaign ad.

Sure, “SNL” poked fun at her policies’ …
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Sven Stoffels heard former Vice President Joe Biden’s bizarre ode to his hair legs and knew two things instantly.

The veteran animator wanted to bring the clip to life, and …
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Charlize Theron has played it all, from post-apocalyptic warriors to “Fast & Furious” foes.

Like most actors, Theron finds the humanity in her characters, no matter their sins. That proved …
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Consumers are making a list, and checking it twice, about their social media fears.

They worry about Facebook improperly using their personal information. Some fear Twitter deplatforms conservative voices while …
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“You ready to start fighting back?”

Sam Rockwell asks the title character that question deep into “Richard Jewell.”

The Clint Eastwood film recalls how the FBI and media aligned to …
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