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How Jim Belush created 'Song Sung Blue' and 'The Chronology of Water'

Jim Belushi reveals how he developed his characters for 'Song Sung Blue' and 'The Chronology of Water'. 'I really don't want to mimic Ken Kesey. I want to capture his essence of his humanity."

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Celebrating 40 years of Chris Van Allsburg's "The Polar Express"

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Chris Van Allsburg's beloved children's book, "The Polar Express." He tells CBS News' Bradley Blackburn about how he came up with the classic Christmas tale at just 34 years old.

CBS News

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Reviewing top movies of 2025 with film critic Alissa Wilkinson

The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.

CBS News

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"Stranger Things" cast members sound off on the show's final episodes

The series finale of Netflix's "Stranger Things" will premiere on New Year's Eve after five seasons of taking fans "Upside Down." Julianne Ferreira spoke with members of the cast in New York City about the last episodes.

CBS News

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Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson on 'Song Sung Blue' and the value of karaoke

Jackman shares the John Travolta duet that "Grease" fans dream of!

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Most notable films of 2025, according to The New York Times

2025 was another jam-packed year in Hollywood. The New York Times polled 16 of its film experts to see what they thought were the most notable movies of the year.

CBS News

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Why Jane Austen is as relevant as ever

2025 marks 250 years since the birth of famed English author Jane Austen. Her stories — from Pride and Prejudice to Emma and more — are classics, and many say they are as relevant and as loved as ever.

CBC News

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Kate Winslet on the challenges of making her directorial debut

Kate Winslet is one of Hollywood's most accalimed actors, and now she's testing her skills as a director with the new Christmas film "Goodbye June." She sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss the challenges of the new role after...

CBS News

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Why Hallmark movies are so popular

Here's a look at the formula behind Hallmark movies and why they hit.

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Kathy Bates: Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life"

Kathy Bates opens up about the impact director Rob Reiner had on her life and career: "Rob changed the course of my life. And if he hadn't, I wouldn't be sitting here in front of you now."

CBS News

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Oscars to stream on YouTube from 2029

From 2029, the Oscars will no longer air on US network television but will stream worldwide on YouTube, ending ABC’s decades-long broadcast. The Academy says the move reflects its global audience, as falling TV ratings and the rise of st...

France 24

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Four female directors making waves in Arab cinema

Arab female film directors have helped change the landscape of Arab cinema in recent years, presenting stories that haven't been told before and claiming space in an industry in a region that rarely makes room for women to grow.

Africanews

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YouTube snags the Oscars from Disney

The Academy Awards will air on YouTube starting in 2029, a massive shift from the historic broadcast television experience. Sam Adams, a writer for Slate Magazine, joins CBS News with more.

CBS News

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Gay hockey romance Heated Rivalry premieres as LGBTQ+ roles dwindle

Heated Rivalry, a steamy romance series featuring a relationship between two male professional hockey players, premieres on Crave and HBO Max on Friday, as U.S. advocacy group GLAAD says about 200 LGBTQ+ characters won't be returning to ...

CBC News

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Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic set to launch before 2030

Director Casey Hudson says the newly announced Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic will release before 2030, pushing back on fan concerns about a lengthy development timeline following the studio’s recent formation.

IGN

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Why Rob Reiner changed "When Harry Met Sally" after meeting his wife

Rob Reiner's life changed while he was making "When Harry Met Sally." He met Michele, who would become his wife of 35 years. Reiner said the budding relationship led him to change the indelible film, telling Lesley Stahl the couple hit i...

CBS News

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Three movies that shaped Rob Reiner’s film legacy

For The National, CBC’s Eli Glasner looks back on the big moments in Rob Reiner’s filmmaking career, including the real-life Hollywood love story that prompted the director to change the ending of When Harry Met Sally.

CBC News

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A look back at Rob Reiner's life and career

Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap," is being remembered for his iconic contributions to entertainment following the news...

CBS News

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Rob Reiner's impact on film and politics

Famed actor, writer, director and political advocate Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were killed in their home in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles on Sunday. Peter Debruge, chief film critic for Variety, joins "The Takeout" to...

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All the ways 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' avoided failure

Here's a look at all the ways 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' avoided failure to become the greatest 'Christmas Carol' ever. Brian Henson did his father proud.

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The history behind the film Hamnet

While William Shakespeare's Hamlet is well known, the story behind its creation is less familiar. The film Hamnet explores the tragic loss of Shakespeare's son.

CBC News

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Will Arnett risks it all in raw and ‘terrifying’ new role

Will Arnett gets serious in his latest role playing a middle-aged New York City comedian facing divorce in Bradley Cooper’s 'Is This Thing On', saying that stripping down for the project was ‘terrifying’ for him as an actor.

CBC News

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Official 'story tease' for Avatar: Fire and Ash

Don't miss the 'Story Tease' featurette for Avatar: Fire and Ash, the third installment in James Cameron's sci-fi drama action films distributed by 20th Century Studios. Hear from Zoe Saldana and Oona Chaplin on what to expect in the thi...

IGN

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Documentary explores fate of infants classed as dead but sold

From the 1970s until at least 2005, nurses, doctors or taxi drivers were involved in child theft in Georgia. The mothers were told their babies had died and the bodies were not released. Now, a new documentary has given the children a ch...

Euronews

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Sneak peek: The "Batman" Intruder

ENCORE: Morgan Metzer is attacked in her home by a masked intruder disguising his voice to sound like Batman. Her ex-husband comes to her aid, but is he a hero? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Dec. 13 at 9/8c on C...

CBS America

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2026 Golden Globe nominations announced

The biggest and best films, shows and stars from the past year have been named on the shortlists for Golden Globes glory, as this year's Hollywood award season gets under way in earnest.

France 24

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'One Battle After Another' leads 2026 Golden Globes nominations

"One Battle After Another," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, is leading the 2026 Golden Globes nominations with a whopping nine nods. Variety executive editor Brent Lang joins with his reaction to this year's nominations.

CBS News

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2026 Golden Globes nominations announced

The nominees for the 83rd annual Golden Globe awards were announced on Monday (December 8). Fandango's Erik Davis joins CBS News with his takes.

CBS News

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Avatar: Fire and Ash explores trust, loss, and family fracture

Saldaña explains that Neytiri’s willingness to follow her partner Jake Sully contrasts sharply with her own personality.

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Euronews Film of the Week: 'O último azul' ('The Blue Trail')

Brazil's cinematic output has given audiences some of this year's very best, including 'I'm Still Here' and 'The Secret Agent'. But it all started with Gabriel Mascaro's 'The Blue Trail', which won this year's Silver Bear Grand Jury Priz...

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