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

4:10pm March 28, 2016

by John Powers

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."

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Don Cheadle stars as Miles Davis in the film Miles Ahead, which he also wrote, produced and directed.

Music & Culture

What Does Genius Look Like?

9:26pm March 26, 2016

by NPR Staff

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.

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Arts

Nina Simone Biopic Criticized Over Casting And Skin Color

8:58pm March 25, 2016

by Elizabeth Blair

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

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People wait in line in Allston, Mass., on March 13 for an open casting call for Patriots Day, a feature film about the Boston Marathon bombing.

Filming For Marathon Bombing Movie Stirs Emotions In Boston

5:27pm March 25, 2016

by Tovia Smith

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.

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

4:53pm March 25, 2016

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.

Arts

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

2:01pm March 25, 2016

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.

Arts

Why Sen. Patrick Leahy Takes Batman's Side

7:12am March 25, 2016

by Renee Montagne

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.

Arts

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

7:12am March 25, 2016

by Mandalit del Barco

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.

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Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman is the secret weapon for late in the film. She'll doubtless get to do more next time.

Arts

Fun And Entertainment Are Collateral Damage In 'Batman V Superman'

7:20pm March 24, 2016

by Bob Mondello

Batman V Superman positions DC Comics' best-known heroes as tragic Greek figures. NPR film critic Bob Mondello says it tries to go big on the psychological nuances but skimps on fun.

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Sports

'Fastball' Documentary Explores Classic Showdown Between Pitcher And Batter

5:30pm March 24, 2016

The new documentary Fastball explores the classic showdown between pitcher and batter. NPR's Robert Siegel talks with director Jonathan Hock about his film, and with David Price, a left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox.