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Film & TV

Chadwick Boseman stars in his final role in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom."

REVIEW: Boseman and Davis are an intoxicating duo in ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’

Lauren Coates December 21, 2020

It’s impossible to have any sort of discussion about Netflix’s new film “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” without acknowledging the untimely death of Hollywood superstar Chadwick Boseman, whose turn...

James Corden, Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman and Andrew Rannells star in "The Prom."

The best shows and movies to watch over winter break

Lauren Coates November 15, 2020

Any other year, the arrival of winter break would mean heading to movie theaters to catch the latest superhero blockbuster or family comedy — but, of course, with the continued impact of Covid-19 on...

Still of Amanda Seyfried and Gary Oldman in "Mank."

REVIEW: ‘Mank’ is a thought-provoking look into one of history’s greatest films

Michael Brzezinski November 15, 2020

“Citizen Kane” rests firmly in the annals of time as a highly celebrated film, if not the single most celebrated film ever made. And rightfully so. Orson Welles’ debut feature film was a towering...

Comedian Dave Chappelle hosted the first "Saturday Night Live" episode following Election Day.

Dave Chappelle’s ‘SNL’ monologue expertly tackles Trump, Covid-19

Cole Bursch November 8, 2020

Dave Chappelle walked out to deliver his epic 16-minute monologue on Saturday Night Live this week, holding a cigarette and giving the crowd his signature grin.  On national television, the comic legend...

Alex Trebek, host of "Jeopardy!" attends a ceremony honoring the show's executive producer Harry Friedman with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, in this Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, file photo. “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek died Sunday , Nov. 8, 2020, after battling pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. Trebek died at home with family and friends surrounding him, “Jeopardy!” studio Sony said in a statement. Trebek presided over the beloved quiz show for more than 30 years. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Alex Trebek, long-running ‘Jeopardy!’ host, dies at 80

Associated Press November 8, 2020

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek died Sunday after battling pancreatic cancer for nearly two years. He was 80. Trebek died at home early Sunday with family and friends surrounding...

The Child—dubbed "Baby Yoda" by fans— in the season opener of"The Mandalorian."

REVIEW: ‘The Mandalorian’ returns with lackluster season opener

Lauren Coates November 1, 2020

When it was first announced on Disney+, “The Mandalorian” seemed like a show that was trying to do the impossible — forge forward with the “Star Was” Universe after the…. divisive… finale...

Still from "Sweat," which was featured at the Chicago International Film Festival.

REVIEW: ‘Sweat’ explores the dark sides of social media stardom

Lauren Coates October 25, 2020

The idea of the “influencer” is a relatively new yet endlessly debated concept in the world of digital media. Where celebrities’ personal lives were once the subject of gossip columns and trashy...

Still of Sacha Baron Cohen in "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm."

REVIEW: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ is a hilarious, biting satire

Logan Peterson October 25, 2020

A sequel to “Borat” —titled “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm”— was officially announced only a month ago, and now it is available to us at our fingertips — what a strange time to be alive.   Sacha...

Cooper Raiff directed, wrote and stars in the film “Shithouse” as a college freshmen who goes to a party with an older girl.

REVIEW: Future of indie films on display in ‘S#!%house’

Michael Brzezinski October 18, 2020

There is always something distinctly exciting about going in to view a fresh filmmaker’s very critically acclaimed directorial debut. There’s always the lingering possibility that whoever this new...

Laurent Thierry (Jun’ichi Suwabe) and Makoto Edamura (Chiaki Kobayashi) are the two stars of the crew in “Great Pretender.

REVIEW: ‘Great Pretender’ is one of this year’s best new shows

Nate Burleyson, Online Managing Editor October 18, 2020

Living through the lens of a swindler makes one realize life is not what it seems. The anime series “Great Pretender” demonstrates this beautifully through the eyes of small-time Japanese swindler...

THE BACHELORETTE - "1601" - Clare Crawley will finally embark on her journey to find her soul mate as "The Bachelorette" returns for its sizzling 16th season on a new night. After putting Juan Pablo in his place on the memorable, 18th season finale of "The Bachelor," and gaining a new sense of resolve and self-worth, Clare is more than ready to put her romantic disappointments in the rearview mirror and start a wild ride to find her happily ever after on the season premiere of "The Bachelorette," TUESDAY, OCT. 13 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (ABC/Craig Sjodin)
CLARE CRAWLEY

‘The Bachelorette’ recap: quarantine edition

Jocelyn Soto October 18, 2020

Bachelor Nation, I am so excited to say that the time has finally come. After the postponement of ABC’s hit shows “Bachelor in Paradise” and “The Bachelorette” this summer, the man of the hour...

Still of John Belushi in "Animal House," one of his most famous roles.

REVIEW: ‘Belushi’ is a vibrant, unflinching portrayal of a comedy legend

Lauren Coates October 18, 2020

When the word “Chicago” is brought up in the entertainment industry, there are a number of famous faces that are immediately, intrinsically associated with the city — Bill Murray, Chance the Rapper,...

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