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Feb. 10, 2026 1:43 p.m.
Three masked individuals are pictured sitting inside of a car, shoulder to shoulder. “The Strangers: Chapter 3” marks the third and concluding installment in the franchise. (Courtesy of Lionsgate)
This post was updated Feb. 10 at 8:31 p.m.
Warning: Spoilers ahead.
“The Strangers: Chapter 3” arrives with the promise of finality but collapses under the weight of a franchise too eager to explain itself.
By Eric Sican
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Feb. 5, 2026 11:24 p.m.This post was updated Feb. 6 at 12:09 a.m.
“Heated Rivalry” and Taylor Swift have more in common than you might think.
The Crave original series, which aired on HBO Max in the United States, has become mainstream internet culture’s latest obsession.
By Felicia Keller
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Feb. 1, 2026 4:21 p.m.Second Take: Classic literature finds new life in film in an increasingly online age
This post was updated Feb. 1 at 8:19 p.m.
Your AP Lit summer reading is coming to a theater near you.
In October 2025, director Guillermo del Toro retold the tale of Frankenstein and his startlingly sensitive monster, starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi.
By Julia Kinion
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Jan. 25, 2026 7:59 p.m.TV Preview: From gripping mysteries to feel-good favorites, this winter’s TV slate delivers
This post was updated Jan. 25 at 11:53 p.m.
Los Angeles might not get cold enough for it, but these upcoming television releases are the perfect way to spend a snow day.
By Eleanor Meyers, Kai Echeverria, Ana Camila Burquez, and Reid Sperisen
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Jan. 21, 2026 2:52 p.m.Film Preview: Stay warm with this winter’s movie slate, from romance to thrillers
This post was updated Jan. 25 at 8:20 p.m.
This winter, moviegoers can stay warm beneath the blanket of fresh films hitting the theaters.
Grab a hot drink and settle in for a treat, as this season’s slated films are sure to offer something for every viewer to enjoy.
By Julia Kinion, Gwendolyn Lopez, Reid Sperisen, Victoria Munck, and Presley Liu
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Jan. 11, 2026 3:57 p.m.Carlos Roa explores identity, diversity through empowering visuals and set designs
This post was updated Jan. 11 at 8:32 p.m.
While audience members pondered the statement, “This country was built for me,” Carlos Roa created a visual framework to deepen their reflection.
By Daniela Fogliano
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Jan. 8, 2026 2:32 p.m.Second Take: Harsh critical response to ‘Wicked: For Good’ shows overexposure does not go unpunished
This post was updated Jan. 8 at 7:52 p.m.
Video advertising killed 2025’s star movie.
After the success of 2024’s “Wicked,” which became the highest-grossing musical film adaptation, the popular assumption was that the sequel would be an effortless success.
By Caitlin Brockenbrow
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Dec. 4, 2025 5:09 p.m.Film review: ‘Eternity’ starts off strong but ultimately disappoints with frustrating ending
This post was updated Jan. 13 at 8:17 p.m.
At times, watching “Eternity” certainly felt like one.
A24’s latest thought-provoking film premiered in September at the Toronto International Film Festival and released in theaters Nov.
By Caitlin Brockenbrow
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Nov. 23, 2025 5:33 p.m.Movie review: ‘Wicked: For Good’ enchants with elevated magic, emotion as spellbinding sequel
Warning: mild spoilers ahead.
One year after shattering records and glass ceilings, “Wicked: For Good” flies even higher than its predecessor.
Director Jon M. Chu’s highly anticipated sequel landed in theaters Nov.
By Victoria Munck
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