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Kid in space: ‘Apollo 10½’ is a fanciful take on youthBesides offering an entertaining trip back to 1969, the animated “Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood” prompts viewers to ponder how memories form and shape us.
In Pixar’s ‘Turning Red,’ a panda and puberty steal the showThe latest Pixar film, “Turning Red,” covers familiar ground in the exploration of identity, but also experiments with more directly addressing puberty.
A school sitcom, now? ‘Abbott Elementary’ makes its case.“Abbott Elementary” has caught the attention of viewers and educators, many of whom are drawn to the sitcom’s underlying messages of connection.
‘March’: Energetic series showcases band culture – and community“March,” a new docuseries on the CW, explores how being a band member at a historically Black university challenges and uplifts students.
First LookBetty White: A legacy of saucy joy that never grew oldFor decades, comedian Betty White was the hippest TV star around and a role model for how to grow old joyously. She was also a dedicated activist for animal rights.
Hollywood is taking steps to diversify behind the camera. How is it going?For the TV and film industries, one area of progress is an increase in initiatives that help underrepresented groups train and network.
The snow is fake but the smiles are real: Welcome to Christmas ConFans of holiday movies gather to meet Hallmark actors, talk about the comfort of a good formulaic film, and reflect on their hopes for the genre.
First LookJi-Young to make history as first Asian American muppet“Sesame Street” will introduce Ji-Young, a Korean American muppet, during its special “See Us Coming Together” on Thanksgiving day. The long-running show is developing new content and characters to help children talk about race, ethnicity, and culture.
It’s bleak, bloody, and No. 1 on Netflix. How ‘Squid Game’ won the pandemic.What does the global popularity of the violent Netflix series “Squid Game” say about the current cultural zeitgeist?
Identity and adoption: ‘Found’ follows American teens as they return to ChinaThe Netflix documentary “Found” puts a human face on China’s one-child policy as three American teens return to their roots.
First LookEd Asner left his mark as blusterous and beloved 'Lou Grant'Ed Asner, a prolific character actor who became a star as the news editor in the hit comedy “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and later in the drama “Lou Grant,” died Sunday.
First Look'Jeopardy!': Mike Richards, Mayim Bialik to split hosting dutiesAfter a months-long process to find a successor for beloved "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek, the quiz show chose its executive producer, Mike Richards, as its next host. Actress Mayim Bialik was also selected to host the show's prime-time and spinoff series.
‘High on the Hog’ serves up American history through Black cuisine“High on the Hog” offers a taste of Black history through some of America’s most-loved dishes – and an invitation to reconsider common narratives.
Comedies usually reward cynicism. Then came ‘Ted Lasso.’As “Ted Lasso” returns for a second season, culture watchers reflect on what has made a comedy show that aims for optimism and kindness a sleeper hit.
First Look'I felt seen': First trans actress nominated for EmmyMj Rodriguez stars in “Pose,” a period drama about New York City’s drag ballroom culture. Critics say she has raised the bar for trans representation in media, while LGBTQ rights activists say her historic Emmy nomination is “long overdue.”
Looking at slavery without looking away. The challenge of ‘Underground Railroad.’A question raised in the TV version of the novel “The Underground Railroad,” a Monitor reviewer says, is apropos now: Where can Black people be free?
Too much trowel and error? These gardening shows could help.From the long-running “Gardeners’ World” to lockdown-inspired “Martha Knows Best,” there’s something relaxing about watching garden masters at work.
Food shows offer all of the fun, none of the cleanupThese food shows entertain, educate, and inspire. Between talking puppets and a culinary tour of Italy, they’ll whet your appetite.
What’s streaming? Documentaries with a point of view.These documentaries, two of which were shortlisted for an Oscar, consider forgiveness, voting rights, and the economy.
Watch these shows to get smarter about everything from equality to mollusksAmong these Netflix offerings are two documentaries shortlisted for Oscars: “Crip Camp” and “My Octopus Teacher.”
