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Kathy Najimy as Mary Sanderson, Bette Midler as Winifred Sanderson, and Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah Sanderson in HOCUS POCUS 2, exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Matt Kennedy. © 2022 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Review: ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ doesn’t quite capture the magic of its predecessor

Julianne Panaro, news correspondent October 24, 2022

Almost 30 years after the Black Flame Candle was last lit in “Hocus Pocus,” the Sanderson sisters have returned to the big screen — and yet, this sequel fails to hold a candle to the original film. Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy reprise their roles...

Cars drive past the Coolidge Corner Theatre.

Review: In ‘Amsterdam,’ a cast full of stars fails to lift off

Ben Churney, news correspondent October 24, 2022

“Amsterdam” had so much promise on paper, with its cast of award-winning heavyweights and an interesting-enough storyline, but the film does not seem likely to be nominated for an Oscar (or any award) anytime soon. In director and writer David O. Russell’s “Amsterdam,”...

"The American Roommate Experiment" is author Elena Armas' second novel. The novel follows protagonist Rosie as she navigates a relationship with a man she has been internet-stalking.

Review: ‘The American Roommate Experiment’ yields mixed results

Cynthia Chen, news correspondent October 23, 2022

Ever had an internet crush? Something small and innocent on a celebrity, or a friend of a friend or a best friend’s cousin who’s a professional surfer that lives in Spain? Checking an Instagram profile turns into stalking Facebook, Twitter and maybe even LinkedIn (yes, LinkedIn...

Review: Queer love, history, culture are front and center in deftly humorous ‘Bros’

Review: Queer love, history, culture are front and center in deftly humorous ‘Bros’

Jake Guldin, news correspondent October 16, 2022

This year has seen a widespread rejuvenation of romantic comedy films. From massive theatrical releases like “The Lost City” to streaming juggernauts like “Fire Island,” audiences have been presented with a wealth of outrageously funny and abundantly sweet romance stories...

Review: Rina Sawayama’s Hold the Girl is unfocused in the best way

Review: Rina Sawayama’s Hold the Girl is unfocused in the best way

Juliana George, deputy lifestyle editor October 7, 2022

Rina Sawayama earned a political science degree from the University of Cambridge long before her debut album SAWAYAMA launched her into pop stardom, and in her sophomore record Hold the Girl, she doesn’t let anyone forget it. Hold the Girl, released Sept. 16, tackles themes...

Ana de Armas stars as Marilyn Monroe in Andrew Dominik's "Blonde." Photo courtesy of Netflix. © 1997-2016 Netflix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Review: ‘Blonde’ lacks anything substantive beneath its gorgeous facade

Jake Guldin, news correspondent October 5, 2022

After 10 years of production stalls, casting switch-ups and distribution struggles, Andrew Dominik has finally completed his quest to bring “Blonde” — author Joyce Carol Oates’ fictionalized account of the doomed life of Hollywood’s favorite bombshell, Marilyn Monroe...

From director Olivia Wilde, "Don't Worry Darling" premiered in theaters Sept. 23. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.

Review: ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ feels like a movie — and that’s about it

Clara McCourt, news staff September 30, 2022

“Don’t Worry Darling,” director Olivia Wilde’s sophomore film, has become infamous in recent weeks due to its behind-the-scenes drama. Ironically, the best parts of the film come from behind the camera — on the big screen, the film struggles to find its footing. The...

"Do Revenge" premiered on Netflix Sept. 17. Courtesy of Netflix. © 1997-2016 Netflix, Inc. All rights reserved.

Review: ‘Do Revenge’ fuses modern storytelling, cult classic films

Megan Canizares, news correspondent September 27, 2022

Netflix’s new original film, “Do Revenge,” escapes from the streaming platform’s usual cookie-cutter plots and transcends audience expectations. What seems to start as an everyday high school revenge story — think, “Mean Girls” or “John Tucker Must Die” —...

“Love on the Brain" is Ali Hazelwood’s sophomore novel.

Review: ‘Love on the Brain’ tests the limits of romantic comedy tropes

Cynthia Chen, news correspondent September 26, 2022

What would Marie Curie do if she found out she was the posthumous lead inspiration for Ali Hazelwood’s newest book? (Seriously, Curie is mentioned more than 100 times throughout the story.)  “Love on the Brain,” Hazelwood’s sophomore novel, is both an homage to Curie...

Review: ‘Barbarian’ is best left unspoiled

Review: ‘Barbarian’ is best left unspoiled

Ben Churney, news correspondent September 23, 2022

The phrase, “You never know what’s coming next,” is an audience favorite when discussing films. However, “Barbarian” goes beyond that familiar adage. “Barbarian” is a horror-mystery film from actor and director Zach Cregger. The film stars Georgina Campbell as...

"Not Okay" examines the addicting, if unpredictable, brevity of fame found online. Directed by Quinn Shephard, the film premiered on Hulu this summer.

Review: Hulu’s ‘Not Okay’ explores the toxicity of fame on the internet

Juliana George, deputy lifestyle editor September 7, 2022

Movies about getting too famous too fast and sacrificing integrity to get there are nothing new — but Quinn Shephard’s sophomore film “Not Okay,” which premiered on Hulu July 29, gives the genre a new context. In the age of TikTok and social media, virality has never...

Musical artist Harry Styles' much-anticipated third album Harry's House brings a new, intimate sound to the singer's repertoire. Styles performed songs from the album at a concert with fans Friday.

Review: Harry Styles makes himself at home on Harry’s House

Clara McCourt, news staff May 22, 2022

What do a two and a half year hiatus, a Better Homes and Gardens spread and a bona fide rock star have in common? Welcome to Harry’s House.  Harry’s House, Harry Styles’ hotly anticipated third album, is certainly worth the wait. The singer adopts a mature sound far...