Exclusive: Michael Mann unveils behind-the-scenes Archives
Filmmaker Michael Mann is known for his exacting research and exhaustive preparation, work that goes into such moody, existential portraits as “Heat,” “The Insider,” “Ali,”…
Detroit audience implores Biden to stay in the race
President Joe Biden addresses supporters during a campaign rally at Renaissance High School in Detroit on Friday. Photo by Rena Laverty/UPI | License Photo July…
‘Despicable Me 4’ notches another win for family films at box office
“Despicable Me 4” had a strong showing at the top of the box office this weekend as family films continue to drive returns for studios…
Where L.A. comedians test their Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows
Around 11 a.m. on a recent Saturday, the first of five work-in-progress comedy shows began to unfold onstage at the Elysian Theater. The audience was…
For ‘Fantasmas’ star Martine, Vanesja is one part of her persona
In a show that boasts appearances by the likes of Emma Stone, Bowen Yang, Amy Sedaris and Aidy Bryant, Julio Torres’ “Fantasmas” may well make…
‘Despicable Me 4’: Mega Minions dominate July 4th box office
Audiences are going bananas for Universal Pictures’ and Illumination’s “Despicable Me 4.” The latest installment in the popular family film franchise opened to $27 million…
‘Mi Divo’ podcast delves into Juan Gabriel’s life and legacy
As a queer woman born in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, journalist Maria Garcia always felt drawn to Juan Gabriel. “It feels like his legacy provides me…
CNN Biden-Trump debate draws 51.3 million TV viewers
The highly anticipated first presidential debate of the 2024 campaign averaged 51.3 million television viewers Thursday, far below the viewership the first time President Biden…
Biden and Trump expected to brawl in first 2024 debate
The earliest general election debate in a U.S. presidential contest is set to begin Thursday night, with President Biden and former President Trump expected to…
Ryan Reynolds visits ‘The View’ with his mom, a superfan
Live TV is always unpredictable — and so is Ryan Reynolds. “The View” moderator Whoopi Goldberg, 68, was commenting on the crowd during the show…
Will Smith’s ‘Bad Boys 4’ leads the box office with $56 million debut
Two years after his infamous Oscars meltdown, Will Smith has slapped away lingering doubts about his career comeback. A rare bright spot in the sluggish…
Danny Feldman has gone big and bold at Pasadena Playhouse
Danny Feldman, photographed at the Los Angeles Times in El Segundo on Oct. 4. Danny Feldman is experimenting in real time with how to make…
Charter Spectrum signs new distribution deal for CBS, Paramount channels
Paramount Global and Charter Communications have agreed to a new distribution deal for Paramount’s CBS network and cable channels, easing a concern that had threatened…
‘Kingdom of Planet of the Apes’ climbs to top of box office
More than five decades since a group of astronauts led by Charlton Heston took a ill-fated journey to a strange world, moviegoers are still ape…
‘The Phantom Menace’ built the way forward, but it took time
May 19, 1999, in a galaxy not so far away ... Excitement for “Star Wars” is at an all-time high. The first new film in…
‘I Saw the TV Glow’ review: ’90s kids stranded in glum gaze
“I Saw the TV Glow” is a claustrophobic mood piece that taps into the hollowness of growing up hypnotized by the screen. In 1996, a…
Ellen DeGeneres addresses getting ‘kicked out’ of show biz
For Ellen DeGeneres, toxic-workplace allegations that clouded her long-running daytime series marked the end of an era. This week, the comedian’s public fallout became comeback…
Review: ‘Monsters of the American Cinema’ confronts grief
The first thing you notice about the set for “Monsters of the American Cinema,” a recent play by Christian St. Croix that’s having its Los…
CinemaCon 2024: ‘Wicked’ spectacles and other takeaways
Movie theaters need more movies. Will they ever get enough to truly thrive again? That was the central question overhanging CinemaCon 2024, the annual convention…
‘Bluey’ special ‘The Sign’: A behind-the-scenes look
This article contains spoilers about “The Sign” episode of “Bluey.” Everyone’s favorite Australian dog family is going supersized. “The Sign,” a highly anticipated 28-minute special…