I am delighted that the Broadcast Film Critics Association, of which I am a proud member, has established a new set of awards for documentaries, with the first to be awarded on November 3, 2016. This is a category that has been long overdue for more recognition than one category each year. Awards will include: …

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August is usually when the summer movie season slows down, but this month we have some movies that are sure to win at the box office and even a couple that might turn up on some end of the year best lists. August 5 “Suicide Squad” — think “The Avengers” crossed with “The Dirty Dozen.” …

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I was honored to be asked to participate in this critics’ discussion of movies that may not be our favorites or the best but that always cheer us up. Here’s what I wrote: I have a bunch. I call them “flu movies,” and they are the only ones I will buy, to have on hand …

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When the world seems most divided, it is good to remember we can come together, as shown in this Samsung ad celebrating the Olympics and the anthems of the participating countries, all sharing the goals of peace, honor, freedom, unity, and patriotism.

I’m still a Beatlemaniac (going to see Sir Paul in concert next week!) and can’t wait for Ron Howard’s new documentary, “The Beatles: Eight Days a Week,” in theaters next month.