Movies
January 5, 2023
Tom Hanks in a scene from “A Man Called Otto.”

Review: 'A Man Called Otto' gives Tom Hanks another role on the grouchy side

He's the best thing about the second movie version of novel "A Man Called Ove."
Variety
December 30, 2022
The 20 fun events we're most excited for in the Twin Cities area in 2023

The 20 fun events we're most excited for in the Twin Cities area in 2023

Mark down these concerts, movies, book fests and TV, stage, comedy, art and dance shows to check out.
TV & Media
December 29, 2022
The cast of “Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl,” a special live-to-film event that begins streaming Thursday on Disney Plus.

TV shows to watch this week: 'Encanto' comes to life in holiday special for the whole family

Neal Justin also recommends the Dionne Warwick doc and PBS' "Lie Detector."
Movies
December 28, 2022
Rooney Mara stars in “Women Talking.”

What were the best movies you saw in 2022? Our critic names his top 10

Michelle Yeoh, Jenny Slate, Keke Palmer and Colin Farrell were the actors who shined.
Movies
December 22, 2022
Benny Elledge is the former University of Minnesota Duluth theater student whose comedy steals the show in the Duluthy rom-com “Merry Kiss Cam.”

'Merry Kiss Cam' superfan role came easily to former University of Minnesota Duluth student

Benny Elledge, originally from Brooklyn Park, said he took his dejected sports fan cues from being a lifelong fan of the Minnesota Vikings.
Movies
December 22, 2022
“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” stars, from left, Kitty Soft Paws (voiced by Salma Hayek), Perro (Harvey GuillÃcn) and Puss in Boots (Antonio Band

Review: Antonio Banderas has pizzazz in 'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'

The sequel has a snappy script, but the visuals aren't as strong.
Movies
December 22, 2022
This image released by Sony Pictures shows Naomi Ackie in Tristar's "Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody." (Emily Aragones/Sony Pictures via

Review: Naomi Ackie dazzles as Whitney Houston in 'I Wanna Dance With Somebody'

The biopic skips over the rough spots to recall the singer's career highlights.
Movies
December 22, 2022
Brendan Fraser plays Charlie, who never leaves his apartment and is trying to make amends to his angry teenage daughter, in “The Whale.”

Review: Brendan Fraser is an Oscar frontrunner in 'The Whale'

The movie feels more like a play, but Brendan Fraser is outstanding.
Movies
December 22, 2022
Margot Robbie and Diego Calva in “Babylon.”

Review: Hollywood epic 'Babylon' is all undressed up with no place to go

Damien Chazelle's drama about the transition from silent movies to talkies is brash but empty.
Movies
December 14, 2022
Tuk (Trinity Bliss) is the young daughter of the Sullys in “Avatar: The Way of Water.”

Review: 'Avatar: The Way of Water' summons another stunning, virtual-reality world

James Cameron sequel is at least as good as its predecessor.
Variety
December 11, 2022

Oscar, Emmy, Tony all have been snubbed

Movies
December 8, 2022
Olivia Colman stars in the magic-of-the-movies love story “Empire of Light.”

Review: 'Empire of Light' is an ode to the movies, more or less

Olivia Colman is terrific as a multiplex employee with a lot on her mind.
TV & Media
December 8, 2022
Hanad Abdi, left, and Faysal Ahmed in “Little America” on Apple TV Plus.

TV shows to watch: Minnesota State Fair makes hilarious backdrop for Apple TV's 'Little America'

Shows and movies our critics watched on TV this week.
Variety
December 8, 2022
The 1975 photo credit Samuel Bradley

Critics' picks: The 9 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Movies
December 8, 2022
At the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, “Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields” charts the actor and model’s early days when she was depicted in a sexualized

2023 Sundance Film Festival features new works from veteran talents

Lineup includes documentaries about about Brooke Shields, Judy Blume and Michael J. Fox.
Duluth
December 2, 2022
Jesse Bradford and Katie Lowes star in “Merry Kiss Cam,” a sporty holiday rom-com that was filmed in Duluth — and is very firmly set here.

Is Hulu's 'Merry Kiss Cam' Duluth's Duluthiest movie?

The holiday rom-com features Duluth vistas, businesses and even Rory, a local dog.
Movies
December 1, 2022
Scrooge (John Leguizamo) attempts to hold a boozy Santa (David Harbour) hostage in “Violent Night.”

Review: 'Violent Night' can't decide if it wants to play naughty or nice

Written by Bloomington natives Josh Miller and Patrick Casey, it has gore, potty humor and puns.
Movies
November 22, 2022
“Strange World” features the voice of Jake Gyllenhaal in an animated adventure.

Review: Fathers and sons find common ground in 'Strange World'

The animated Disney movie takes a while to get going but nuanced characters save the day.
Movies
November 22, 2022
Jonathan Majors stars as a Navy pilot during the Korean War in fact-based “Devotion.”

Review: 'Devotion' spotlights Jonathan Majors as a Korean War pilot

The fact-based drama is about a Navy man who broke racial barriers.
TV & Media
November 22, 2022
Specials — "A Waltons Thanksgiving" — Image Number: WALc_0181r — Pictured (L - R): Rebecca Coon as Grandma Walton, Alpha Trivette as Grandpa Wal

The Waltons bring back nostalgia when they reunite for Thanksgiving

The iconic 1970s family shares the meaning of patience and kindness in the follow-up CW movie.

Movies

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