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Inspirational chorus comedy 'Military Wives' hits streaming platforms at the perfect moment
"Military Wives" is another "inspirational choir" comedy, but its timing is spot-on.
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Not just kissing vampires: Now's the time to watch the best of Kristen Stewart
The vampire/werewolf saga was just the dawn of her compelling, if under-seen, career.
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Dennis Quaid gets personal on 'Dennissance' podcast and remembers his favorite films
The actor looks back on the best of his work that offers some solace.
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The annual Minneapolis St. Paul film fest will go on, but online
The "redefined" Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival finds a way to happen online.
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The 7 best Minnesota-made movies to watch while you're staying home
These streamable gems show off our state on screen.
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'Ghostbusters' actor Ernie Hudson records messages of hope from Minnesota
The Hollywood actor is riding out the pandemic at his house in the Twin Cities, where he sometimes dons his old "Ghostbusters" jumpsuit and records messages to cheer up fans.
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Psychological drama 'Clementine' is a story of obsession and identity
Now, if only this psychological drama had a more compelling script.
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Now's the perfect time for a deep dive into Wes Anderson's movies
Over two decades, the filmmaker has shown his distinctive, salty/sweet vision.
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Cannes award-winner 'Our Mothers' is a mystery set in Guatemala
This Cannes-winning mystery examines the aftermath of violence in Guatemala.
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Now's the perfect time to watch films from a master you may have never heard of
You may not know the name of golden-era director Carol Reed, but you probably know some of his movies.
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Scottish star Brian Cox plays another grouch in comedy/drama 'The Etruscan Smile'
"Succession" actor Brian Cox shines in the warm, if familiar, "Etruscan Smile."
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Now's the perfect time to take a deep dive into the work of Gene Hackman: 7 films to watch
The actor who seems like he could be your neighbor is sorely missed on screen.
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Teenage mobsters are the hook in drama 'Selah and the Spades'
The story is familiar in "Selah and the Spades," but its visuals stand out.
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Now's the perfect time to dive into musicals. Here are our critic's top 7 to watch
Our favorite movie musicals inject just a little bit of reality into their fantasy worlds.
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So-so 'Trolls' sequel may be biggest movie ever to go straight-to-digital, thanks to COVID-19
Message about diversity in "Trolls World Tour" is nice, but muddled.
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Minnesota director's debut movie is called 'Tuscaloosa' but it was filmed right here
Philip Harder has made videos for Prince, Low and the Foo Fighters, and ads for Apple and Target. He filmed his dream project entirely in Minnesota, including in his own Minneapolis backyard.
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'The Woman Who Loves Giraffes' recognizes a trailblazing naturalist after decades of obscurity
Warm documentary shines a light on the "Jane Goodall of giraffes."
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Take a deep dive into Spike Lee films: Our critic's top 7 picks
Never afraid of a big gesture, Lee goes for broke every time he directs (which is a lot).
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Grueling drama follows a teen who can't get an abortion in her home state
In "Never Rarely Sometimes Always," a young woman takes a harrowing journey.
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Our critics' picks: What to watch, listen to and read at home this week
Our weekly picks to ease your isolation and lift your mood.
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