'Belle' Of The Big Screen: Gugu Mbatha-Raw Stays Busy In Film
British actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw made an impression two years ago with her starring role in Belle. Now, she discusses her new movie Miss Sloane.
Movies
Thanksgiving Weekend Ushers In A Feast Of Films
Kristen Page-Kirby, columnist for the Washington Post Express, shares her recommendations for movies to watch over Thanksgiving weekend — both in the theaters and on the small screen.
In 'Lion,' A Man Uses Google Earth To Search For His Family
NPR movie critic Bob Mondello reviews Lion, a dramatic true story starring Dev Patel as a man who uses Google Earth to search for his family.
Holiday Movie Preview: Lightsabers, Musicals And Jackie
NPR movie critic Bob Mondello has a preview of the would-be awards contenders and blockbusters Hollywood will be opening as the rest of us open presents.
'Mifune' Can't Quite Capture A Screen Legend
Critic Mark Jenkins says a new documentary focused on Toshiro Mifune's relationship with director Akira Kurosawa could have used a bit more verve and a few more voices.
Proud Grinches Beware: Sentimentality Sinks 'Bad Santa 2'
The original Bad Santa has long delighted holiday misanthropes, but an "irredeemably squishy center," says critic Scott Tobias, means its sequel won't give them what they crave.
Disney's 'Moana' Needs No Prince, Just The Land And Sea
Critic Andrew Lapin says Disney's new animated film Moana builds a lush visual world for its young Polynesian heroine and makes its most honest effort yet at appreciating the culture where it's set.
'Allied' Revives The Old-Fashioned Wartime Thriller
Critic Chris Klimek says Allied, the relatively rare mid-budget studio film made for adults, is more than just a period piece — it's an anachronism.
'Moana' Actress Grew Up With The Polynesian Myth That Inspired The Movie
Hawaiian actress Auli'i Cravalho says she grew up hearing tales of Maui, the Polynesian demigod who could pull up islands with his magical fishhook. Now she stars alongside him in a new Disney movie.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: Live From Los Angeles With Kumail Nanjiani
This week's show was taped during our west coast tour, and it gives us a chance to talk about romantic comedies with actor and comedian Kumail Nanjiani.