He Felt He Could No Longer Be Funny, Says Robin Williams Biographer
Dave Itzkoff examines Williams' life and death in a new biography. Williams took his own life in 2014; an autopsy later revealed he had Lewy body dementia.
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NPR's Summer Movie Guide: 27 Films Coming Your Way
As ever, the Summer Movie Season is dominated by sequels and special effects. But if you're prepared to look for them, you'll find some smaller, quirkier films flying beneath the radar.
Rita Moreno To 'My Gente': Be Proud Of Who You Are, And Don't Give Up
Moreno is being honored by the Ellis Honor Society for her work with immigrant communities. She talks to NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro about her career, her advocacy, and progress in the Latino community.
The 2 Directors Missing From Cannes
NPR's Scott Simon muses about how the glamour of this year's red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival masks the struggles of two directors who have been prevented by their home countries from attending.
Actress Jessie Buckley On Her Character's Dark Role In 'Beast'
Jessie Buckley stars in the new psychological thriller, Beast, set on the island of Jersey in the English Channel. NPR's Ari Shapiro spoke with Buckley about her role.
Pop Culture Happy Hour: 'Tully'
Written by Diablo Cody and directed by Jason Reitman, Tully stars Charlize Theron in an often brutal look at the emotional and physical tolls of parenthood.
It's Not Just The Thin Air That's Breathtaking: The Documentary 'Mountain'
Filmmaker Jennifer Peedom seeks out the most forbidding places on the planet and finds stunning beauty — and the men and women willing to risk their lives to take it in.
'Life Of The Party' Favors McCarthy's Gentle Warmth
Melissa McCarthy stars as a mom who rediscovers her identity at college in a comedy that brings out the actress/co-writer's sweet and sunny side.
'Breaking In' Robs Viewers Of Suspense
Gabrielle Union stars in a thriller that fails on the fundamentals, and never capitalizes on its setting — a tricked-out, high-security family estate.
Dacha Ado About Nothing — And Everything: 'The Seagull' Soars
A stellar cast, a faithful adaptation, and a director with a rhythmic sense of pacing ensure that this film version of Anton Chekhov's play takes flight.