Remembering film director and producer Ivan Reitman
Film director and producer Ivan Reitman, who tickled moviegoers’ funny bones with such ’70s and ’80s smash comedies as Ghostbusters, Meatballs, Stripes and Kindergarten Cop, has died.
A history of romantic comedies
NPR’s Ailsa Chang talks to author Scott Meslow about his new book From Hollywood with Love: The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again) of the Romantic Comedy.
‘Ghostbusters’ director and ‘Animal House’ producer Ivan Reitman has died
Reitman has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His movies often blended elements of comedy, horror and drama — a mix that was tricky to perfect.
For Valentine’s Day, a few of our favorite love stories to read, watch and hear
Valentine’s Day reminds us we can relearn and redefine what it means to love and be loved. So, we offer some books, songs, and movies about passion, devotion, and relationships to take on the journey.
‘The Sky is Everywhere’ portrays grief through color, music and magic
Kelsey Snell speaks with actor Grace Kaufman about “The Sky is Everywhere,” a colorful new film exploring themes of grief and loss.
Rom-com movies have evolved. But they still need these 3 simple elements
We’re diving into the wonderful world of rom-coms — tackling everything from what the definition should be, why they were great (and sometimes not so great), and what a modern one looks like.
What’s making us happy: A guide for your weekend watching and listening
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour share what’s bringing them joy. This week: Jackass Forever, StraightioLab podcast, and True Blood.
Proud Valley girl Alana Haim talks about her first acting role in ‘Licorice Pizza’
Alana Haim — of the band Haim — stars in Licorice Pizza, a coming of age love story written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The film has received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
Alana Haim: ‘Licorice Pizza’ star and proud Valley girl
How the first-time actress took on her role in the Academy Award nominee for Best Picture.
‘Kimi’ is a pandemic-era thriller that’s eerily keyed into our current moment
An agoraphobic tech worker stumbles on evidence of a possible murder in Steven Soderbergh’s new film. Zoë Kravitz stars in this gripping story of technology, surveillance and isolation.
Japanese film ‘Drive My Car’ scores 4 Oscar nominations, including best picture
Academy Award nominated Drive My Car builds on a story by celebrated Japanese author Haruki Murakami and his trademark themes of loss and guilt — and the interplay of art and life.
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