'The Morning Show' gets a case of billionaire fever in the battle over UBA's future
"The Morning Show" has the look and polish of a smart, prestige TV show, which makes its detours into stupid situations and implausible corners more frustrating. The third season of the Apple TV+ drama again weaves real-world events into its narrative, but this starrily-cast serial would fare better if it stuck to soap-opera-style fantasy instead of positioning itself as a "Succession" wannabe.
2023-09-13 21:23
Fall movie preview: Angels, demons, trolls, rom-coms... and Taylor Swift
Traditionally, the doldrums of late summer give way to a mix of heady and prestige titles at the box office each autumn, as studios begin rolling out what they hope to be award-worthy contenders that also are popular enough to get people in theaters and make some actual money.
2023-09-04 22:49
Emmy nominations will kick off a celebration under the cloud of a strike
The Emmy nominations will be announced July 12, for a ceremony that should have a celebratory feel, with plenty of attention expected for acclaimed TV shows that bid farewell during the eligibility period, including "Succession," "Better Call Saul," "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "Barry," and "Ted Lasso."
2023-07-11 21:53
Miguel, Nelly, Chlöe Bailey and other Black artists set to join CNN's Juneteenth concert
An array of Black artists and musicians will take the stage at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles next week for CNN's second annual "Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom" concert.
2023-06-13 04:56
'American Born Chinese' doesn't quite have 'Everything' going for it
"American Born Chinese" feels like about three series crammed into one, which might explain why it takes so long to get into its story. Despite good moments and the benefit of fortuitous timing -- featuring Michelle Yeoh and (briefly) Ke Huy Quan after their Oscar-winning work in "Everything Everywhere All at Once" -- the intriguing mix of action, coming-of-age teen dramedy and fantasy never entirely gels.
2023-05-24 21:45