Best of 2022 (So Far)
Our critics pick the year's best shows, movies and albums
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David O. Russell Returns
Chris Rock and Christian Bale are facing a sticky situation in the manic first trailer for director David O. Russell's star-studded thriller "Amsterdam."
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‘Stranger Things’ Spinoff, Stage Play in the Works at Netflix as Duffer Brothers Expand Development Slate
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Reese Witherspoon-Will Ferrell Wedding Comedy From Nick Stoller Lands at Amazon Studios
Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell are headed to the altar in a new wedding comedy for Amazon Studios. Amazon has landed rights to the untitled movie, from writer-director Nick Stoller, in which
Music
Nipsey Hussle’s Killer Convicted of First-Degree Murder
Eric Holder Jr., the gang member who shot superstar rapper Nipsey Hussle to death in 2019, has been convicted of first-degree murder in a Los Angeles court. Beyond the murder conviction, Holder
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Inside Sun Valley
Dozens of titans of the business, media and tech worlds came out to play at the Sun Valley Lodge in Idaho for the start of Allen & Co.'s annual meeting of movers and shakers.
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‘Thor: Love and Thunder’
Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman star in Taika Waititi's fun "Ragnarok" sequel.
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‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’
"Minions: The Rise of Gru" bridges the hench-whozits' origin story with the rest of the franchise, introducing Gru in enfant terrible mode.
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‘Mr. Malcolm’s List’
The deceptions and symmetries are standard, but the actors are marvelous in an imitation Jane Austen drama that comes close enough to the real thing.
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‘Fourth of July’
A New York geek goes to visit his family in Maine over July 4th, only to confront a clan that's rude, crude, and defiantly incorrect. But are they the problem or is he?
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‘Stranger Things 4 Volume 2’
The final episodes of "Stranger Things 4" double down on the season's ambition while coming full circle back to Hawkins.
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‘The Bear’
"The Bear," starring "Shameless" breakout Jeremy Allen White and now streaming on Hulu, dives into restaurant culture to find new depth.
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‘Gordita Chronicles’
"Gordita Chronicles," on HBO Max, resembles a Latina spin on "The Wonder Years."
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‘Menudo: Forever Young’
HBO Max's "Menudo: Forever Young" docuseries revisits the iconic boy band's legacy, and the dark side of abuse that's never been a secret.
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Soccer Mommy’s ‘Sometimes, Forever’
On her great new third album, "Sometimes, Forever," Soccer Mommy paints a cloudy picture, but lets some summer sunshine creep through.
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Redd Kross’ ‘Neurotica’
Redd Kross' "Neurotica," one of the best power-pop albums of the '80s, finally gets its due in a beautifully remastered reissue.
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Drake’s ‘Honestly, Nevermind’
Drake momentarily sets aside the hip-hop of "Certified Lover Boy" for dance music on "Honestly, Nevermind," a more satisfying follow-up.
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Post Malone’s ‘Twelve Carat Toothache’
On "Twelve Carat Toothache," Post Malone has a few lighter moments (like a Doja Cat collab), but focuses on songs about bottoming out.
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‘King James’
"King James," a play by Rajiv Joseph at L.A.'s Mark Taper Forum, has two LeBron James fans bonding and blowing up over their B-ball hero.
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‘Bruce’
Created by the duo behind the Broadway musical "Bandstand," "Bruce" tries to make fresh waves from the stormy creation of the mega-hit film.
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‘Trading Places’
Premiering at Alliance Theatre in Atlanta and aimed at Broadway, this screwball switcheroo has a long way to go before it's a safe bet.
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‘1776’
This Broadway-bound musical revival, now at American Repertory Theater, infuses the story of the Continental Congress with 20/20 hindsight.
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'Minions' Mania Means Adjusted Expectations for Animated Films
After its holiday record, "The Rise of Gru" is a gamechanger for a genre that's been subdued amid COVID
Awards
Emmys 2022: Voting Ballots Reveal Sharp Increase in Submissions in Drama and Supporting Categories
The nominations round for the 74th annual Primetime Emmy Awards is now underway.