The New York Times – Film:
“The Curse” has been described as cringe, but look closely and you’ll see it plays with the classic tropes of horror like jump scares.
Category: Comedy and Humor
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Rob Reiner Teases Details of ‘Spinal Tap’ Sequel
The New York Times – Music:
Speaking on a podcast this week, the director said Paul McCartney and Elton John will appear in the film, among other real musical stars.
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Danielle Brooks and Sam Jay on Confidence and ‘The Color Purple’
The New York Times – T Magazine:
Two creative people in two different fields in one wide-ranging conversation. This time: the actress and the comedian.
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‘Please Don’t Destroy: The Treasure of Foggy Mountain’ Review: Fools’ Gold
The New York Times – Film:
The “S.N.L.” troupe, known for digital shorts, makes its feature debut with this goofy, episodic adventure farce.
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Kevin Hart to Receive Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The New York Times – Film:
The comedian and movie star will get the honor, the most prestigious in comedy, at a March ceremony.
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‘Albert Brooks: Defending My Life’ Review: Revisiting Past Hilarity
The New York Times – Film:
This actor, comic, writer and director is seen in a cinematic retrospective that celebrates his talent, but not always in a critically discerning way.
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The Comedy Club Was as Intimate as a Living Room. Actually, It Was One.
The New York Times – Film:
At Apartment Fest, audiences piled into a Harlem home for four nights of jokes from comedians who have to fight for stage time elsewhere.
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Jake Johnson and Gareth Reynolds’s Podcast, ‘We’re Here to Help,’ Blends Advice and Comedy
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Jake Johnson and Gareth Reynolds have built a following for their podcast, “We’re Here to Help,” in a short time by blending counsel with comedy.