The New York Times – Film:
He helped create Buckwheat, Mister Robinson and other characters Mr. Murphy played on “Saturday Night Live,” and was a writer of films like “Coming to America.”
Category: Television
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Bulgaria Hopes Eurovision Win Will Show Its Strength as a Continental Player
The New York Times – Music:
Recent months have brought a series of changes in the Eastern European nation, which has just adopted the euro and forced the resignation of a government through major protests.
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Martin Short and the Secret to Finding Joy While Surviving Tragedy
The New York Times – Film:
The comedy star, who is the subject of a new documentary, has faced a series of unimaginable losses. Yet he says there are always laughs to remember.
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Mel Brooks Donates His Archives to the National Comedy Center
The New York Times – Film:
The comedian is contributing some 20,000 documents and photos covering his career, including his time in the Army and the lyrics for “Springtime for Hitler.”
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How Our Personal Stories Became the New Soap Opera
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Even though only four original soap operas remain on the air, our appetite for high drama has never been more insatiable.
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At Netflix Is a Joke, the Attention Economy Rules the Festival
The New York Times – Film:
Though stand-up by stars like John Mulaney and Dave Chappelle were on the program, roasts, podcasts and other shows that incorporated comedy were hot.
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On ‘The Pitt,’ She Clocked Out on Time. In Real Life, It Started a Debate.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
When Joy Kwon, a third-year medical student on TV, set a boundary, she stirred a work-life balance debate among medical professionals and fans.
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On ‘The Pitt,’ She Clocked Out on Time. In Real Life, It Started a Debate.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
When Joy Kwon, a third-year medical student on TV, set a boundary, she stirred a work-life balance debate among medical professionals and fans.
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After 43 Years, an Unproduced Larry David Script Surfaces Online
The New York Times – Film:
“Prognosis: Negative” was too dark for its time, but its title became a running “Seinfeld” joke and its premise set the table for “Curb Your Enthusiasm.”