Pop Culture Happy Hour, Small Batch Edition: 'Terminator Genisys'
Contributors Glen Weldon and Chris Klimek break down the latest in the many-tentacled franchise that continues to employ its indispensable central action hero.
Movies
Out Of Broken English, A Film Crafts A Call For Classroom Repairs
Three high school students in Zanzibar have won a prize for a film that tackles a fierce debate: Should the teacher speak in English or the mother tongue? (This piece originally aired June 25, 2015.)
From Early Failures To New 'Trainwreck,' Judd Apatow Gets Serious
It's an understatement to call the man busy. With a new book out, a movie due soon and another wrapping up on set, Apatow caught a breath and reflected on stumbling blocks, Freaks and Amy Schumer.
Alan Rickman Returns To Directing With 'A Little Chaos'
Alan Rickman has had a rich career as an actor. For the first time in nearly two decades, Rickman is behind the camera for the movie A Little Chaos.
On Its 40th Anniversary, Remembering The Terror Of 'Jaws'
This weekend marks the 40th anniversary of the movie, Jaws, the original summer blockbuster.
Investigating The Drug Trade In 'Cartel Land'
A new documentary tells a riveting story of the way power and violence intersect along the Arizona border and in embattled Michoacan, Mexico.
It's All In Your Head: Director Pete Docter Gets Emotional In 'Inside Out'
The new film illustrates the inner workings of an 11-year-old's mind. Her emotions — Sadness, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Joy — are the stars. Originally broadcast June 10, 2015.
Pop Culture Happy Hour No. 250: 'Magic Mike XXL' And 'Catastrophe'
For our 250th episode, the gang digs into a movie and a TV show, each geared toward grown people in different ways. And, as always, we close with what's making us happy this week.
Beyond A Voice And A Sad Story, 'Amy' Listens To A Life
A new documentary about singer Amy Winehouse goes beyond biopic standards to reveal a woman whose pains and successes were both well-earned.
'Magic Mike XXL' And 'Terminator Genisys' Bring The Testosterone
NPR's Bob Mondello looks at the Independence Day weekend blockbusters, Magic Mike XXL and Terminator Genisys.