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Leading the ‘Way Home’: Andie MacDowell opens Hallmark to deeper stories, new era

Leading the ‘Way Home’: Andie MacDowell opens Hallmark to deeper stories, new era

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

Andie MacDowell brought Hollywood clout to the Hallmark Channel and, in the process, opened the door for other recognizable names.

Review: ‘Is God Is’ probes frightening story of family

Review: ‘Is God Is’ probes frightening story of family

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

Inner conversations between twin sisters lift “Is God Is” to another level — one where you understand why people do bizarre things.

John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller speaks with director Andrew Bernstein, co-star Michael Kelly, star, writer and producer Krasinski, and co-star Sienna Miller.

Vivica A. Fox's New Role? God.

Vivica A. Fox's New Role? God.

  • Mashable - Vertical

Across films like "Set It Off", "Why Do Fools Fall in Love?", "Independence Day", and "Kill Bill", critically heralded actor Vivica A. Fox has played a bank robber, an outspoken widow, a single mom, and a former assassin. Now, in "Is God Is" she plays God. Well, sort of.

Review: John Krasinski gives new life to ‘Jack Ryan’ franchise with ‘Ghost War’

Review: John Krasinski gives new life to ‘Jack Ryan’ franchise with ‘Ghost War’

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Jack Ryan is back, and the latest installment, “Ghost War,” is as big as anything Tom Cruise encountered in “Mission: Impossible.”

14 TV shows to get excited about this summer

14 TV shows to get excited about this summer

  • Los Angeles Times

If gas prices have you second-guessing a road trip this summer, this season’s crop of television series can transport you to distant lands for a much lower price. 

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

  • Francois Murphy Reuters

"Bangaranga," sung by female artist Dara, a thumping, crowd-pleasing dance track, avoided politics and touched on themes of empowerment.

Protesters march in Vienna against Israel’s participation in Eurovision final

Protesters march in Vienna against Israel’s participation in Eurovision final

    Demonstrators accuse Eurovision organisers of double standards over Israel’s participation in the contest.

    Allison Janney, Andrew Rannells explore pitfalls of relationships in ‘Miss You, Love You’

    Allison Janney, Andrew Rannells explore pitfalls of relationships in ‘Miss You, Love You’

      Grief, resentment and vulnerability take center stage in a film built on long, uninterrupted moments.

      From 'The Office' to 'Ghost War,' Krasinski keeps pushing himself

      From 'The Office' to 'Ghost War,' Krasinski keeps pushing himself

        John Krasinski wears many hats in the entertainment world — actor, writer, director, producer. But his career is more than that.

        Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

        Review: ‘Sheep Detectives’ unearth clues to good family entertainment

          You can’t pull the wool over all sheep’s eyes. In the charming mystery, “The Sheep Detectives,” a flock of them work together to figure out who killed their owner.

          'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

          'Strike Force Five' podcast returns, Colbert talks 'rising tide of emotion'

            Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, John Oliver, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon released the first new episode of their podcast since 2023.

            Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

            Movies in a Minute: "The Sheep Detectives"

              Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says that while "The Sheep Detectives" won't win any awards, it's not baaaaaaaad either.

              Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

              Independent films like ‘Neglected’ can open doors | Streamed & Screened podcast

                There is something to be said about the opportunities that come with independent films.

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                Movies & Television

                Leading the ‘Way Home’: Andie MacDowell opens Hallmark to deeper stories, new era

                Leading the ‘Way Home’: Andie MacDowell opens Hallmark to deeper stories, new era

                Review: ‘Is God Is’ probes frightening story of family

                Review: ‘Is God Is’ probes frightening story of family

                John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

                John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Vivica A. Fox's New Role? God.

                Vivica A. Fox's New Role? God.

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