Against The Odds, A Royal Wedding Worth Watching
Normally, royal weddings are like the Oscars: a lot of pomp, but no real surprises. But when Prince Harry married Meghan Markle, the TV audience sat up and took notice.
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HBO's Heavy-Handed 'Fahrenheit 451' Lacks The Poetry Of Ray Bradbury's Original
Critic Dave Bianculli says that the new TV movie "dilutes and deflates" the 1953 novel it draws from. Viewers should "skip the movie, and go back and read Bradbury's book."
HBO's 'Fahrenheit 451' Is Halting, Never Catches Fire
Director/co-writer Ramin Bahrani makes changes big and small to Ray Bradbury's dystopian tale. They help it resonate with our current moment — but make it even more bluntly polemical.
Women Appointed To Top Miss America Leadership Positions After Scandal
For the first time in the pageant's history the two branches of the organization — the pageant and the foundation — will be led entirely by women, who also happen to be former Miss Americas.
How To Watch The Royal Wedding In The Way That's Right For You
It's almost time for another royal wedding, and we've got a plan for you to enjoy it, no matter how you want to watch.
Comic Tig Notaro Wants You To Know She's 'Happy To Be Here'
After her set about having cancer went viral in 2012, Notaro struggled with the perception that her stand-up was only "dark and edgy." Her new Netflix special begins streaming May 22.
Fall TV Preview: Networks Stick With What They Know
The annual television upfronts are beginning in New York City. With so many options for viewers, networks struggle to stand out.
'Cobra Kai' Looks At What Happened After 'The Karate Kid' Beat The School Bully
Thirty-four years ago, Daniel Larusso bested high school bully Johnny Lawrence at the All Valley Karate Championship in the beloved '80s movie The Karate Kid. What became of the underdog, Larusso, and his bully-boy rival is the subject of yet another reboot: Cobra Kai. Writers Josh Heald and John Hurwitz talk with NPR's Audie Cornish about the series, now available on YouTube Red.
How The Business Of Buying Canceled TV Show Works
When Fox announced the cancellation Brooklyn Nine-Nine, fans rioted online, but were met with good news when NBC picked it up. NPR's Ari Shapiro, speaks with Indie Wire's Michael Schneider about the business of buying canceled TV shows.
Something From Nothing: 20 Years On, The Enduring Yada Yada Of 'Seinfeld'
The series finale of Seinfeld aired 20 years ago on May 14, 1998. Since then, a new generation of fans continues to follow the antics of Jerry, George, Elaine and Kramer on cable and online.