Of Con Men And Dames: How Margot Robbie Gets Robbed In 'Focus'
Will Smith plays a con man in Focus, but unfortunately, the woman playing opposite him has depressingly little to do.
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He Was, And Will Always Be, Our Friend: Remembering Leonard Nimoy
The Star Trek actor, writer, poet and photographer has died of lung disease at 83. NPR's Neda Ulaby has a look back at the long career of the man who was (and was not) Spock.
'Downton' Wraps Another Season Of Marriage And (Sigh) Muuuuuurder!
The fifth season of Downton Abbey, like all of its seasons, certainly wasn't perfect and had way too much murder. On the whole, though: pretty good.
'Battle Creek' Tries To Shake Up CBS' Cop Show Formula
CBS' new cop show Battle Creek is based on a 12-year-old script by Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan. It's among three new network shows that aim to reinvent old TV concepts.
Mr. Spock And The Consolations Of Solitude
Mr. Spock was famously the Starship Enterprise's resident emotionless alien. But writer Elizabeth Graham says many alienated teenage nerds found something to love and share behind that mask of calm.
Diversity Sells — But Hollywood Remains Overwhelmingly White, Male
Women and minorities continue to be under-represented on TV and in film, both behind and in front of the camera, according to a new study — even though diverse films and shows make more money.
Ex-'Weekend Edition' Producer Tight-Lipped On Her 'Jeopardy!' Appearance
We all know public radio types are pretty sharp, right? NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Laura Lorson about her appearance on Jeopardy! Lorson hosts All Things Considered on KANU in Lawrence, Kan.
Nimoy Is Gone, But Mr. Spock WIll Live Forever
Leonard Nimoy died Friday at the age of 83. NPR's Scott Simon remembers the man who was best known for his role as Spock.
Leonard Nimoy, Mr. Spock On 'Star Trek,' Dies At 83
The cause was end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, his granddaughter tells NPR.
Small Batch Edition: 'The Sculptor' And Other Grand Graphic Novels
Glen Weldon and Petra Mayer talk about Scott McCloud's The Sculptor and recommend other graphic novels you might enjoy.