Review: 'Despicable Me 4′ is fun for kids and a headache for adults
Gru is charming and the Minions are peppy, but the random subplots drag out the movie.
Review: 'MaXXXine' has trappings of '80s horror flick but lacks substance
Ti West's slasher movie is sexy and sleazy, but the context is MIA.
Review: Sweet action comedy 'Thelma' makes grandma the hero
June Squibb is delightful as a senior citizen seeking revenge against phone scammers who bilked her.
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St. Louis Park's Showplace ICON movie theater closes, but will reopen next week with new owner
The new Marcus West End Cinema will open July 8.
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Review: Lupita Nyong'o can't save the world, but she saves 'A Quiet Place: Day One'
The spinoff prequel is better than its predecessors.
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Review: Kevin Costner's outdated western 'Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1′ disappoints
Sienna Miller and Sam Worthington also star in the Civil War-era tale.
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Review: Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons plunge into an empty satirical pool in 'Kinds of Kindness'
Willem Dafoe also stars in the triptych fable, with the three leads playing different roles in each segment.
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Review: 'Janet Planet' a quiet, powerful transporting story of mother-daughter bond
Julianne Nicholson and Zoe Ziegler star in this moving film about the ties that bind.
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'South Park' movie from 1999 is back in theaters for 2 days only in June
Fans of the 1999 musical comedy will get to sing along to iconic tunes.
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Review: 'The Bikeriders' a snapshot of memorable motorcycle era
Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Jodie Comer star in the film, which is a meditation on midcentury motorcycle life.
Music
Reliving 'Purple Rain' premiere and glitzy party in Hollywood
Prince didn't talk but Eddie Murphy, Lionel Richie and other stars gushed about the movie.
Music
40 fun facts about 'Purple Rain' as Prince's triumph marks its 40th anniversary
The movie and soundtrack arrived in the summer of 1984 and changed Minneapolis 4ever.
Variety
Review: 'Inside Out 2′ is creative and smart but a little too moralistic
Amy Poehler and Lewis Black return as voices for Joy and Anger. But it's the emotions Anxiety, Envy and Ennui who steal the show.
Variety
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Juneteenth events kick off the celebration that honors the end of slavery.
Variety
Review: 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' feels flimsy and familiar
There is some stylish experimentation but that doesn't help the convoluted plot.
Variety
Review: Diane Keaton's trip to 'Summer Camp' has diminishing comedic returns
Her performance is getting repetitive and the subgenre plot is getting old, even if it features award-worthy costars.
TV & Media
Jane Seymour desperately wants to bring back Dr. Quinn
The star of "Harry Wild" looks back at a stellar career.
Variety
Review: Strong performances and script propel road trip dramedy 'Ezra'
Tony Goldwyn deftly balances comedy and pathos in a heartfelt movie.
TV & Media
Review: Aerial photography in 'Blue Angels' soars, but not the drama
The doc features Lt. Amanda Lee of Mounds View, who became the first female pilot to join the Navy squadron for the 2023 air show season.
Variety
Review: Adventure-filled 'Garfield Movie' bridges gap between the young and young at heart
It has action, suspense, nods to film noir and many a reference to Tom Cruise.
TV & Media
TV review: Shay Mitchell's cocktail series doesn't have enough punch
"Thirst With Shay Mitchell" debuts on Max Thursday.
Movies
27 Hollywood movies to keep you entertained all summer long
"Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Horizon" are on the roster and so are a "Quiet Place" prequel, seventh "Alien" installment and "Twisters" follow-up.
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Review: 'Furiosa' not quite as good as 'Fury Road' but it's full of energy and excitement
The "Mad Max" prequel shows how the title character, played by Anya Taylor-Joy, becomes a road warrior.
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