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Beetlejuice is back, in a supernatural screwball sequel
Director Tim Burton seems more interested in updating than duplicating his 1988 hit. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice demonstrates affection for the characters and genuine curiosity in how they’re doing now.
Tim Roth On Working With Tarantino And Getting His Start In London Pub Theater
by Dave Davies
The British actor has over 100 acting credits, including the new film The Song of Names and the streaming TV series Tin Star. Roth also appeared in Reservoir Dogs, The Hateful Eight and Pulp Fiction.
Marcus King Turns Toward Blue-Eyed Soul On The Solo Album 'El Dorado'
by Ken Tucker
The 23-year-old Southern blues rocker strikes out on his own with a soulful new album produced Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys. The record is a real beauty — and a turning-point for King.
Remembering Spiritual Leader Ram Dass
by Terry Gross
Dass, who died Dec. 22, was a practitioner of Eastern-inspired philosophy who became interested in the religious potential of LSD in the '60s and '70s. Originally broadcast in 1990.
'Why Religion?' Asks 'How Hearts Can Heal' After Tragedy
by Terry Gross
Religion scholar Elaine Pagels lost her young son to terminal illness and her husband a year later in an accident. She spoke to Fresh Air in November 2018 about loss and faith.
Leaked Intelligence Reports Reveal The Vast Power Iran Wields In Iraq
by Terry Gross
Intercept journalist James Risen says new documents show how Iran has embedded itself in the politics of its neighbor — and that the late Gen. Soleimani oversaw Iran's proxy wars in Iraq and Syria.
'1917' Is A Mind-Boggling Technological Achievement — But Not A Great Film
by Justin Chang
Sam Mendes filmed his suspenseful beat-the-clock thriller in what appears to be one continuous take. It's an impressive feat — but it makes the WWI movie feel like an overly polished one-shot wonder.
Book Details The 'Bottom-Feeders' And 'Fixers' Who Enabled Trump's Election
by Terry Gross
Reporters Joe Palazzolo and Michael Rothfeld won a Pulitzer for their investigation of Trump's 2016 hush money payments to Karen McDougal and porn star Stormy Daniels. Their new book is The Fixers.