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What made Lifetime drama 'Unreal' a critical hit?'Unreal,' which takes place behind the scenes of a dating show, returns for a second season June 6 amid near-universal praise. It's already been renewed for a third.
'Time to Choose': Climate change documentary has a hopeful tone'Choose,' which is directed by Charles Ferguson, lays out a series of possible solutions, all of which are already available, to climate change.
First LookAbandoned as punishment? Japanese boy's disappearance sparks questions.The disappearance, and eventual safe return, of a young Japanese boy prompted a national conversation in Japan over parental discipline and childrearing.
Southern tea cakesThis vanilla cookie with a sweet is similar to a Mexican Wedding Cake, but without the nuts.
Top Picks: Solaris Sky Calendar, Corinne Bailey Rae's 'The Heart Speaks in Whispers,' and moreDirector Su Rynard's documentary 'The Messenger' has dazzling images of various kinds of birds, the podcast 'The Allusionist' is an intriguing look at language, and more top picks.
Has Showtime renewed 'Homeland'? How network is changing release planShowtime is reportedly working on a plan for multiple new seasons of its award-winning drama. The network is also bringing back old shows on a one-a-month plan.
'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows': Better than 2014 movie?The new 'Teenage' movie is getting negative reviews, but some critics say it's more entertaining than the original 2014 movie, which they panned.聽
'The Witness' is enlightening, though occasionally confusing'Witness' depicts Bill Genovese, brother of crime victim Kitty Genovese, unflaggingly pursuing the actual facts of the case many years later.聽
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Lin-Manuel Miranda, Emily Blunt in 'Poppins' sequel as musicals thriveBlunt and Miranda are set to star in 'Mary Poppins Returns,' which will be released in December 2018. Blunt starred in the 2014 musical 'Into the Woods,' while Miranda wrote and stars in the Broadway smash hit 'Hamilton.'
'Popstar': Comedies continue to take chances on stars, not familiar storiesIn franchise-dominated Hollywood, the comedy genre is one of the few that seems to rely on the names on the poster, not the story of the film, to attract moviegoers.聽
Teriyaki salmon and broccolini with crushed black sesameToasted black sesame seeds bring extra flavor to this simple meal of salmon brushed with homemade teriyaki sauce.
A toddler鈥檚 lesson in linguisticsShe is insistent. I am bewildered.
Why Snoop Dogg objects to the critically acclaimed remake of 'Roots'The singer asked fans not to watch the remake of 'Roots,' which debuted on May 30. Most reviewers have responded positively to the new take on the classic miniseries.
'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' photo: The unusual way J.K. Rowling is telling 'Potter' storyA new photo of 'Child' cast members playing Harry Potter, his wife Ginny Weasley, and their son Albus has been posted online. The play opens in London in July.
Blueberry drop sconesThese scones have the sweetness of a blueberry muffin but with crispy edges and a no-fuss preparation.
'Roots': How miniseries have drawn viewers in the new TV landscapeA remake of the acclaimed 1977 miniseries 'Roots' debuts on History, Lifetime, and A&E on May 30. History has had great luck with the genre recently, with 2012's 'Hatfields & McCoys' and 2013's 'The Bible' drawing big numbers.
Depp's 'Alice' bombs, 'X-Men: Apocalypse' on top with $65MThe anticipated showdown of the two big-budget films turned out to be little contest.
'Roots' stars discuss measuring up to a legendary TV eventThe 1977 original miniseries became one of the most-watched and most acclaimed TV events of all time. The actors appearing in the 2016 'Roots' production discuss why they think the show should be remade and how they felt challenged.