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Luke Bryan entertains, shows growth on 'Kill the Lights'

May 2, 2016

Luke Bryan entertains, shows growth on 'Kill the Lights'

On the songs "Fast" and "Way Way Back," from Luke Bryan's new album "Kill the Lights," the perpetually upbeat star takes his first steps toward acknowledging the complexities that come with maturity.

'Jurassic World’ proves that it’s still fun to run with dinosaurs

May 2, 2016

'Jurassic World’ proves that it’s still fun to run with dinosaurs

Whether or not there was any real demand for another “Jurassic Park” movie, “Jurassic World’ proves that it’s still tons of fun to run with dinosaurs.

Kelly Clarkson's new album falls flat

May 2, 2016

Kelly Clarkson's new album falls flat

As one of the most successful "American Idol" winners, Kelly Clarkson can hold her head up high — she's still in the game after 13 years.

'The Big Bang Theory' recap: The Fermenation Bifurcation

April 29, 2016

'The Big Bang Theory' recap: The Fermenation Bifurcation

The “Big Bang” gang is ready to get its booze on. Sort of.

'The Big Bang Theory' recap: 'The Viewing Party Combustion'

April 28, 2016

'The Big Bang Theory' recap: 'The Viewing Party Combustion'

A “Game of Thrones” viewing party threatens to drive the entire gang apart on this week’s all new episode of “The Big Bang Theory.”

'Grease: Live' review: Fox shows it can do musicals

April 28, 2016

'Grease: Live' review: Fox shows it can do musicals

The chills were indeed multiplyin' during the "Grease: Live" telecast on Sunday, a show that survived early rain, some tricky costume changes, a mortifying loss of audio and a cast member's heartbreak.

Denzel Washington gives nuanced performance as addict hero in 'Flight'

April 13, 2016

Denzel Washington gives nuanced performance as addict hero in 'Flight'

“Flight” is Robert Zemeckis’ return to live-action filmmaking after nearly a decade of animated films.

Ben Affleck's absorbing thriller 'Argo' also laugh-out-loud funny; a must-see

April 13, 2016

Ben Affleck's absorbing thriller 'Argo' also laugh-out-loud funny; a must-see

Ben Affleck isn’t just a good director, he’s a great director.

Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones draw uncomfortable laughs in 'Hope Springs'

April 13, 2016

Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones draw uncomfortable laughs in 'Hope Springs'

Director David Frankel (“The Devil Wears Prada,” “Marley & Me”) provides an intimate look at empty nesters who have drifted so far apart they’ve become sad, hollow strangers.

Impeccable 'Looper' a welcome return to smart science fiction

April 13, 2016

Impeccable 'Looper' a welcome return to smart science fiction

Time travel is tricky business but Rian Johnson’s “Looper” is a mind-bendingly wild, character-driven modern sci-fi classic.