How long until next summer?

Michael Cavna, who covers comics, graphic novels, and animation for the Washington Post writes about Peanuts’ classic Halloween special, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” The family favorite celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Cavna writes: Their swift narrative certainty for “Great Pumpkin” freed Melendez (who also voiced Snoopy) and his crew — including gifted …

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Alec Baldwin, Lisa Kudrow, and Steve Buscemi star in “The Boss Baby,” inspired by the sibling rivalry that is all too familiar to anyone who’s ever been in a family.

Turner Classic Movies has another series of tributes to “Trailblazing Women” Tuesdays and Thursdays this month. It is hosted by Illeana Douglas, actress, writer, and granddaughter of two stars of Hollywood’s golden age, Melvyn Douglas and Helen Gahagan. Her co-hosts include many of the actresses who are being honored this month, including Rita Moreno, Jane …

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In just four years, the Middleburg Film Festival has become a major force. Led by BET co-founder Sheila Johnson, and based at her Salamander luxury resort in the heart of Virginia’s post horse and hunt countryside, this year’s slate includes several titles expected to be Oscar nominees. I am especially looking forward to seeing Emma …

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