New Mexico prosecutors won’t pursue an appeal of a court’s decision to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge against Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting on a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie, the Santa Fe district attorney’s office announced Monday.
Category: Movies
‘A Complete Unknown’ review: Dylan goes electric in a solid biopic starring Timothée Chalamet
A Hollywood love letter to Bob Dylan, with all that implies, “A Complete Unknown” works well on its chosen, extremely glossy terms. Its craftsmanship is formidable. Then again, you don’t necessarily need quality to sell one of these things, as “Bohemian Rhapsody” reminded us. If the average fan goes to a movie about a musical […]
‘Sonic 3’ bests ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ at the box office
Paramount Pictures’ “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” sped past the Walt Disney Co.’s “Mufasa: The Lion King” to take the top spot at the box office ahead of the lucrative Christmas corridor in theaters.
Chicagoans of the Year in the Arts: All our names for 2024
As we approach the end of 2023, the critics and columnists of A+E reflect on the year to highlight some people who have made a difference in the city’s arts.
Chicagoan of the Year in Film: Keith Kupferer, headliner at last, thanks to ‘Ghostlight’
After decades of smaller meat-and-potatoes screen roles, Chicago stage veteran Keith Kupferer took the lead in a fine 2024 film. Award nominations soon followed.
‘Dirty Dancing,’ ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ among movies entering the National Film Registry
“Dirty Dancing,” along with another 1980s culture-changer, “Beverly Hills Cop,” are entering the Library of Congress’ registry, part of an annual group of 25 announced Tuesday that spans 115 years of filmmaking.
‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Wicked’ advance in Oscars shortlists
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences unveiled shortlists in 10 categories Tuesday, including for documentary, international feature, best song and score.
Review: ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ is a hectic Disney origin story, told in a dubious digital style
Director Barry Jenkins’ workmanlike take on a Disney musical prequel does the job. But do we even like this kind of digital filmmaking?
‘Kraven the Hunter’ flops while ‘Moana 2’ tops the box office again
The Spider-Man spinoff “Kraven the Hunter” got off to a disastrous start in North American theaters this weekend.
Best of 2024: TV, movies, live music, theater and much more around Chicago
With 2024 coming to a close, the A&E staff take a look back at their favorites from the year, from the stage performances that captivated us to the books that kept us turning the page.