Film And Television Comic John Witherspoon Dies At 77
He was a veteran of 1970s television comedies such as Good Times and What's Happening!!, but was best known for his role in Ice Cube's Friday films.
Movies
Monster-Maker Rick Baker On 'Metamorphosis'
Monster-maker Rick Baker has won seven Academy Awards for his work in films like An American Werewolf in London and Men in Black. Metamorphosis is a new two-volume book that chronicles his work.
The Kid Bows Out: Movie Producer Robert Evans Dies At 89
The Hollywood legend was discovered in a swimming pool by the wife of a movie mogul and went on to helm Paramount Pictures, producing huge hits like Rosemary's Baby, Chinatown and The Godfather.
'People Are Afraid Of Cinema': François Ozon Takes On Church Sexual Abuse
The French filmmaker first wanted to make a documentary about an accused pedophile priest. But the victims convinced him that fiction would reach more viewers. It's called By the Grace of God.
In 'Frankie,' Huppert Struggles To Keep A Secret — And Our Interest
Flat characters spout banal observations about life against a lush backdrop in Ira Sachs's film, which wastes the considerable talents of its all-star cast.
Why Dan Krauss Turned His Documentary, 'The Kill Team,' Into A Feature Film
Dan Krauss made a 2014 documentary about five U.S. soldiers in Afghanistan who were accused of murdering civilians. He told NPR's Ari Shapiro why he made the story into a feature film this year.
An Israeli Stranded In Paris, Aching To Blend In: 'Synonyms'
Yoav (Tom Mercier) finds himself without clothes soon after arriving in Paris, and strives to assimilate into French culture.
'The Current War: Director's Cut' Shines At Low But Steady Wattage
This long-delayed film about Edison, Westinghouse and Tesla is "a sumptuous historical pageant that's stronger on sumptuousness than history."
Inner Life, During Wartime: 'The Kill Team'
A horrified soldier in Afghanistan witnesses atrocities encouraged by his commanding officer in Dan Krauss' feature film, based on his 2013 documentary of the same name.
Springsteen Concert Film 'Western Stars' Sheds No New Light
The film dutifully captures the 14 songs from the Boss' latest album, but the half-hour of extra interstitial footage doesn't supply any new or meaningful context.