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What happened to the rom-com?

by Kai Ryssdal and Sean McHenry
May 2, 2019
Wesley Morris, writer and New York Times critic, reflects on its seeming demise.
 
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What would Hollywood be without superhero movies?

by Marielle Segarra
Apr 25, 2019
They account for about a quarter of box office revenue.
From left, President of Marvel Studios/producer Kevin Feige with "Avengers: Endgame" stars Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Mark Ruffalo at TCL Chinese Theatre on April 23 in Los Angeles.
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By The Numbers

Bond, James Bond: Agent 007 by the numbers

by Danielle Chiriguayo
Apr 25, 2019
How much does it cost to be a secret agent, anyway?
In this undated photo from Eon Productions, actor Daniel Craig poses as James Bond.
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The return of the living dead: the highest-grossing horror reboots

by Danielle Chiriguayo
Apr 16, 2019
"Chucky" is the latest horror remake to hit the big screen.
Chucky from Orion Picture's "Child's Play."
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As writers fire their agents, can small agencies benefit?

by Justin Ho
Apr 15, 2019
When it comes to pursuing newly unrepresented talent, small agencies don't have much to lose.
WGA West President David Goodman speaks during the 2019 Writers Guild Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Feb. 17 in Beverly Hills, California.
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For "The Chi's" showrunner, it's all about the neighborhood

by Kai Ryssdal
Apr 12, 2019
Ayanna Floyd Davis says she sees behind the headlines about Chicago's South Side.
An advance screening of Showtime's 'The Chi' on Chicago's South Side at SMG Chatham in 2017.
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He brought "Game of Thrones" languages to life

by Maria Hollenhorst
Apr 10, 2019
David Peterson created the Dothraki and High Valyrian tongues.
Sophie Turner as Sansa Stark in "Game of Thrones" season 8.
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What's the value of a villain? The Joker gets his own film

by Danielle Chiriguayo
Apr 3, 2019
Who says crime doesn't pay?
Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker.
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Holy franchise, Batman! You’re 80!

by Danielle Chiriguayo
Mar 29, 2019
Grab your cowl and utility belt while we take a look at one of the highest-earning superheroes.
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A peek behind the curtain at movie ticket prices

by Danielle Chiriguayo
Mar 14, 2019
Why does a night at the movies cost so much? We've got some answers.
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