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- 'Nocturnal Animals' has a sadistic edge that is punitive
'Nocturnal' stars Amy Adams as a woman who receives a manuscript from her ex-husband (Jake Gyllenhaal). Michael Shannon is excellent as always.
- 'Manchester by the Sea' is true to intricacies of family strife
'Sea' stars Casey Affleck as a handyman who unexpectedly becomes the unwilling legal guardian of his 16-year-old nephew. A scene between Affleck and Michelle Williams is the strongest in any movie this year.
- New 'Jackie' trailer released with Oscar contender Natalie Portman
With her starring role in 'Jackie,' Natalie Portman is a strong contender for this year's Best Actress Oscar. Will the Oscar nominees be more diverse than the past two years?
- 'Kong: Skull Island' 2nd trailer released: Series part of crossover trend
A new preview for the upcoming movie 'Kong' has been released. A later 'Kong' movie is part of a plan to bring together movie monsters Godzilla and King Kong, an example of the popular 'cinematic universe' strategy.
- How well do you know movie musicals?
From Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to more recent musical adaptations such as 'Into the Woods,' movies that make time for song and dance have long been a staple of the industry. Are you an expert on the older productions as well as more recent hits? See how you do with our quiz!
- Revival screenings thrive despite streaming
In the age of streaming video, moviegoers are still going to see older films in theaters. The big screen and the appeal of a communal viewing experience may be bringing in these patrons.
- First LookHow Emma Watson plays a different Belle in 'Beauty and the Beast'
The upcoming film version of 'Beauty and the Beast' stars Dan Stevens and Emma Watson. 'She looks quite grounded and earthy and practical,' Watson says of the new version of the character.
- 'Arrival,' 'Nocturnal Animals' newest examples of Amy Adams' dark transition onscreen
Adams says of going from movies such as 'Enchanted' to darker roles in recent films like 'American Hustle' and 'The Fighter,' 'I didn't know when or how that would change, but I knew it needed to in order for me to evolve as an actress.'
- 'Trolls' has a clever script that's overshadowed
The governing theory behind 'Trolls,' which stars Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake, seems to have been to crank it up to eleven at every turn. The movie is now in theaters.
- Virtues of 'Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk' are concealed by film format
'Billy' stars Joe Alwyn as an Iraq War Army specialist whose heroism makes him a grudging candidate for celebrity back home. The film is directed by Ang Lee.
- 'Arrival': The film lacks a sense of the transcendent
'Arrival' stars Amy Adams as a a linguistics professor who is tasked by the US military with figuring out how to communicate with extraterrestrials after they land on Earth. Jeremy Renner co-stars.
- Michael Keaton tastes other side of the cape as villain Vulture in 'Spider-Man'
Keaton's portrayal of Batman was wildly popular in the late 1980s and early 90s. But the landscape of superhero movies has changed quite a bit since.
- 'Fantastic Beasts': Will beloved wizard Dumbledore return?
Director David Yates has slowly released details of his upcoming films 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.' One of his latest revelations is which part actor Johnny Depp will play.
- 'Doctor Strange' and his sorcery win box office: Here's what led to success
'Strange,' the newest Marvel superhero film, came in first place at the box office in its debut weekend. The animated movie 'Trolls' and director Mel Gibson's war film, 'Hacksaw Ridge,' also did well financially.
- 'Hacksaw Ridge' tells the story of pacifist war hero
'Hacksaw,' which is directed by Mel Gibson, stars Andrew Garfield as Desmond T. Doss, who saved lives during World War II without taking up arms. The movie is now in theaters.
- 'Doctor Strange' is a 'dark and mischievous' Marvel tale, says star Benedict Cumberbatch
Cumberbatch stars as superhero Doctor Strange, a surgeon who harnesses mystical magic powers drawn from Eastern cultures. 'The metaphysical is just a whole new world that's opened up for Marvel,' co-star Rachel McAdams says.
- 'Hacksaw Ridge' often has bloodlust pose as religiosity
'Ridge' stars Andrew Garfield as real-life figure Desmond Doss, who became the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor. Teresa Palmer and Vince Vaughn costar.
- 'Doctor Strange' doesn't appreciably improve the Marvel universe
'Strange' stars Benedict Cumberbatch as a surgeon who is involved in a car accident and learns how to manipulate space and time. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rachel McAdams, and Tilda Swinton co-star.
- 'Loving' is careful not to offend
The film tells the story of Richard and Mildred Loving, whose marriage in Washington, D.C., in 1958 runs afoul of Virginia’s Racial Integrity Act. The film comes across as a well-intentioned history lesson.
- 'Doctor Strange' ushers in new chapter in Marvel movies
'Strange' stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Stephen Strange, who becomes a sorcerer. The film will incorporate elements of magic that may be less familiar to Marvel fans.