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'Rush Hour' On CBS Reimagines Classic Buddy Action Films

On Thursday night, CBS premieres Rush Hour, a reimagining of the buddy action flicks. Not much has changed as the show relies on stereotypes of the old film franchise.

'Rush Hour' On CBS Reimagines Classic Buddy Action Films

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In 'Everything Is Copy,' Nora Ephron's Son Tries Her Philosophy

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In 'Everything Is Copy,' Nora Ephron's Son Tries Her Philosophy

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Jacob Bernstein named his documentary about his mother after an Ephron family saying — "everything is copy," meaning that anything and everything that happens to you is fair game to write about.

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'My Golden Days,' An Heir To French New Wave

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Arnaud Desplechin's new film centers on the memories of a middle-aged Frenchman who returns to Paris after years of living abroad. Critic John Powers says My Golden Days is "achingly romantic."

'My Golden Days,' An Heir To French New Wave

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What Does Genius Look Like?

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What Does Genius Look Like?

Cheadle wrote, directed and stars in the new film Miles Ahead, which sees a late-career Miles Davis struggles to reconnect with his muse. Read his extended conversation with Michel Martin.

What Does Genius Look Like?

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Before It Was Cool, 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding's' Lainie Kazan Probably Did It

The 75-year-old actress and singer may be best known these days for her roles as the overbearing ethnic mother in a number of comedies, but she's built a career while living life on her own terms.

Before It Was Cool, 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding's' Lainie Kazan Probably Did It

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Nina Simone Biopic Criticized Over Casting And Skin Color

Afro-Latino actor Zoe Saldana plays Nina Simone in upcoming film Nina. That casting choice has caused an uproar from fans and family members.

Nina Simone Biopic Criticized Over Casting And Skin Color

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Filming For Marathon Bombing Movie Stirs Emotions In Boston

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Filming For Marathon Bombing Movie Stirs Emotions In Boston

Patriots Day begins filming in Boston on Tuesday. The movie has already stirred emotions, as some don't want the deadly drama playing out again in their backyards.

Filming For Marathon Bombing Movie Stirs Emotions In Boston

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In 'Carol,' 2 Women Leap Into An Unlikely Love Affair

Fresh Air

Screenwriter Phyllis Nagy and director Todd Haynes discuss their Oscar-nominated film based on Patricia Highsmith's 1952 novel, The Price of Salt. Originally broadcast Jan. 6, 2016.

In 'Carol,' 2 Women Leap Into An Unlikely Love Affair

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Why Sen. Patrick Leahy Takes Batman's Side

The senator from Vermont has a cameo in Batman v. Superman playing a lawmaker in a congressional hearing on whether Superman is a tyrant or a hero. The Batman fan frequently trades D.C. for DC Comics.

Why Sen. Patrick Leahy Takes Batman's Side

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'Batman V Superman' Female Producer Working To Get More Women Behind Camera

Producer Deborah Snyder is in it for the long haul with Warner Brothers and DC Comics, working on Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman, The Justice League, The Flash and Aquaman, as well.

'Batman V Superman' Female Producer Working To Get More Women Behind Camera

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