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Lynchburg Movie Theater to close October

Read full article: Lynchburg Movie Theater to close October

The Venue Cinemas in Lynchburg announced Wednesday that it would not be renewing its lease at the end of October.

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Hull’s Drive-In Theatre announces summer concert series, start of 2025 movie season

Read full article: Hull’s Drive-In Theatre announces summer concert series, start of 2025 movie season

Hull’s Drive-In Theater in Lexington announced the start of their 2025 season and a concert series that will be coming to the venue.

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Grandin Theatre to hold special screening of Dope is Death

Read full article: Grandin Theatre to hold special screening of Dope is Death

Grandin Theatre will be holding a special screening of Dope is Death to support accessible acupuncture in Southwest Virginia.

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SURVEY: What was your favorite movie of the summer?

Read full article: SURVEY: What was your favorite movie of the summer?

The summer season has just wrapped up, and we’re finally welcoming in fall! What was your movie of the summer?

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Review: Is ‘Longlegs’ all we expected and more... or less?

Read full article: Review: Is ‘Longlegs’ all we expected and more... or less?

Discussing whether or not this new summer blockbuster lived up to the hype

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‘Practical Magic’ sequel is in the works with Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman

Read full article: ‘Practical Magic’ sequel is in the works with Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman

Spooky season may be coming a little earlier this year!

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‘Home Alone’ house on sale for 2nd time since iconic movie was filmed

Read full article: ‘Home Alone’ house on sale for 2nd time since iconic movie was filmed

Located on 671 Lincoln Avenue in Winnetka, Illinois, the house hit the market over the weekend for the second time since the 1990 film was released.

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What’s a movie that everyone has seen, but you somehow have not?

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I’m a little ashamed to admit this, but I’ve never seen the movie “Titanic” all the way through. I’ll give you a moment to process this information. I know it seems absolutely crazy, but there’s something about Titanic” that has never peaked my interest.

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See what movie won in our best romantic comedy of all time bracket!

Read full article: See what movie won in our best romantic comedy of all time bracket!

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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Vote for the best romantic comedy of all time

Read full article: Vote for the best romantic comedy of all time

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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It’s time to vote in the semifinals of our romantic comedy movie bracket

Read full article: It’s time to vote in the semifinals of our romantic comedy movie bracket

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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It’s ‘Pretty Woman’ vs. ‘How to Lose a Guy In 10 Days’: Vote in round 3 of our best rom-com bracket

Read full article: It’s ‘Pretty Woman’ vs. ‘How to Lose a Guy In 10 Days’: Vote in round 3 of our best rom-com bracket

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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Vote in round two of our best romantic comedy movie bracket

Read full article: Vote in round two of our best romantic comedy movie bracket

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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Where to watch this year’s Oscar-nominated films for Best Picture

Read full article: Where to watch this year’s Oscar-nominated films for Best Picture

It’s that time of year again...awards season!

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Vote for your favorite romantic comedy in our head-to-head bracket

Read full article: Vote for your favorite romantic comedy in our head-to-head bracket

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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Vote for your favorite romantic comedy in our head-to-head bracket

Read full article: Vote for your favorite romantic comedy in our head-to-head bracket

They’re all kinda sort of the same, but there is a special place in our hearts for romantic comedies.

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These 20 movies turn 20 years old this year

Read full article: These 20 movies turn 20 years old this year

It’s officially 2024, which means that its been a whole 20 years since it was the year 2004.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: Last premiere is slated for tonight

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: Last premiere is slated for tonight

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20.

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Studio Ghibli films: Ranking 5 of the best movies from animation studio

Read full article: Studio Ghibli films: Ranking 5 of the best movies from animation studio

Ranking some of the best Studio Ghibli films following the release of "The Boy and The Heron."

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5

Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5

The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.

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10 Halloween movies you have to watch this month

Read full article: 10 Halloween movies you have to watch this month

Just like the residents of Halloween Town sing in “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “This is Halloween!”

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Rejoice: ‘Barbie’ will stream on Max this fall

Read full article: Rejoice: ‘Barbie’ will stream on Max this fall

Now this is the type of Kenergy I like to see!

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Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theater

Read full article: Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theater

From the second the giant Mattel logo showed up on the screen at the start of the movie, till the colorful ending credits, I had the most magical time watching “Barbie” in a movie theater with my friends.

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‘Oppenheimer’ in Roanoke: 0-millimeter IMAX extended due to popularity, but you’ll have to drive for it

Read full article: ‘Oppenheimer’ in Roanoke: 0-millimeter IMAX extended due to popularity, but you’ll have to drive for it

Roanoke, we have a problem, and it’s that Christopher Nolan’s newest film, “Oppenheimer,” won’t be shown anywhere near Roanoke in its intended IMAX format.

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New leadership at Hull’s Drive-In theater

Read full article: New leadership at Hull’s Drive-In theater

Hull’s Drive-In has new leadership starting on Saturday, July 1.

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21 new movies we can’t wait to see this summer

Read full article: 21 new movies we can’t wait to see this summer

Finally, after three years of waiting, this summer finally feels like there are fantastic movies coming out.

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15 spots where ‘Star Wars’ filmed, that you can visit with friends

Read full article: 15 spots where ‘Star Wars’ filmed, that you can visit with friends

Happy “May the Fourth!”

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An unofficial ranking of the ‘Star Wars’ movies, from worst to best

Read full article: An unofficial ranking of the ‘Star Wars’ movies, from worst to best

Since today is May the Fourth, we thought I’d be fun to rank the “Star Wars” films, from worst to best.

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Here’s how you can watch the Oscar-winning movie ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’

Read full article: Here’s how you can watch the Oscar-winning movie ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once’

Now that’s a lot of Oscars!

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Oscars: Who will win, and who should win at this year?

Read full article: Oscars: Who will win, and who should win at this year?

Hollywood’s biggest night is finally here: the Oscars!

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How you can stream the Best Picture nominees at home before the Oscars

Read full article: How you can stream the Best Picture nominees at home before the Oscars

Hollywood’s biggest night is just around the corner (March 12 to be exact), which means you have just a couple more weeks to watch the movies that were nominated for Oscars this year.

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The highs, lows and whoas of the 2023 Golden Globes

Read full article: The highs, lows and whoas of the 2023 Golden Globes

To quote the iconic Moira Rose from “Schitt’s Creek,” what is my favorite season? Well, it’s awards season, of course.

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New this week: 'White Noise,' 21 Savage and Kennedy Honors

Read full article: New this week: 'White Noise,' 21 Savage and Kennedy Honors

This week’s new entertainment releases include a streaming concert from 21 Savage, a Netflix film starring Adam Driver made from Don DeLillo’s 1985 novel “White Noise” and a movie marathon on Turner Classic Movies featuring the martini-swilling detectives Nick and Nora Charles from “The Thin Man.”.

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The teaser trailer for the new ‘Barbie’ movie looks incredible

Read full article: The teaser trailer for the new ‘Barbie’ movie looks incredible

Get ready, because Barbie is coming.

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HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ proves that weekly TV should come back

Read full article: HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ proves that weekly TV should come back

It’s been about 10 years or so since we started binge watching TV shows. That’s mostly thanks to Netflix, who dumped an entire season worth of TV shows at one date and let viewers watch on their own time.

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It’s a-him, Chris Pratt! Watch the trailer for upcoming Mario movie

Read full article: It’s a-him, Chris Pratt! Watch the trailer for upcoming Mario movie

While the jury is still out on if famously non-Italian Chris Pratt will actually be successful at voicing the character of Mario (was Michael Imperioli from “The Sopranos” not available?), the trailer for the upcoming movie is out and it looks SO good.

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‘Hocus Pocus 2′ debuts next week and we are so excited

Read full article: ‘Hocus Pocus 2′ debuts next week and we are so excited

Every millennial’s favorite Halloween movie, “Hocus Pocus,” is finally getting a sequel with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy all reprising their roles as the iconic Sanderson sisters.

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‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule released and it looks spook-tacular

Read full article: ‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule released and it looks spook-tacular

We know that September just started and it’s still technically summer, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start to get excited about Halloween!

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A Winnie the Pooh horror movie? Yes, one is actually coming

Read full article: A Winnie the Pooh horror movie? Yes, one is actually coming

Without question, the movie will bring some controversy about whether a beloved children’s character should be portrayed in such a way.

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National Cinema Day to bring $3 movie tickets on Sept. 3

Read full article: National Cinema Day to bring $3 movie tickets on Sept. 3

On Sept. 3, moviegoers in the U.S. are getting quite the deal: $3 tickets.

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The Sanderson Sisters return in Hocus Pocus 2, teaser trailer released

Read full article: The Sanderson Sisters return in Hocus Pocus 2, teaser trailer released

The Hocus Pocus producer, Adam Shankman, announced that Hocus Pocus 2 will be available to stream on Disney+ in the fall, along with the Hocus Pocus 2 trailer and the creation of an official Hocus Pocus Disney Instagram page on Tuesday.

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With ‘Jurassic World 3,’ dinosaurs rule again at box office

Read full article: With ‘Jurassic World 3,’ dinosaurs rule again at box office

Move over Maverick, the dinosaurs have arrived to claim their throne.

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Quiz: Can you guess where these Disney princesses are from?

Read full article: Quiz: Can you guess where these Disney princesses are from?

We want to know how well you know your Disney royalty -- and if you know them well enough to be able to ace our quiz.

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Where you can stream this year’s Oscar-nominated movies

Read full article: Where you can stream this year’s Oscar-nominated movies

Look, it’s 2022, and there really shouldn’t be an excuse as to why you haven’t seen this year’s Oscar-nominated films.

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The highs, lows, and slaps of the 2022 Oscars

Read full article: The highs, lows, and slaps of the 2022 Oscars

The next time someone tells you the Oscars are boring, remind them of the 2022 ceremony.

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Oscars 2022: Who will win, and who SHOULD win on Sunday’s big night

Read full article: Oscars 2022: Who will win, and who SHOULD win on Sunday’s big night

Once again, it’s every movie lover’s favorite time of the year: The Oscars.

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These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

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23 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, HBO Max and more

Read full article: 23 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, HBO Max and more

Who doesn’t love a good romantic comedy, right?

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Virginia’s favorite romance film revealed just in time for Valentine’s Day

Read full article: Virginia’s favorite romance film revealed just in time for Valentine’s Day

For those looking to stay home this Valentine’s Day, a movie night is the perfect date idea!

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Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAP

Read full article: Still haven’t seen ‘Encanto’? The new season of ‘Cheer’? All the shows and movies you need to watch ASAP

January always feels like the longest month of the year, and since we’re almost at the end, you’re probably looking for some new shows or movies to watch to ease your boredom.

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Can’t find a movie to watch with your significant other? We found a simple solution

Read full article: Can’t find a movie to watch with your significant other? We found a simple solution

With Valentine’s Day approaching, are you planning a date at home with your loved one? Perhaps a movie night is in order.

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How much do you remember from 2021? Take our pop culture quiz now

Read full article: How much do you remember from 2021? Take our pop culture quiz now

Look, SO much happened this year that it’s hard to believe 2021 is coming to a close. Are we still processing what went down in 2020? Absolutely. But 2022 is around the corner, and it’s time to reminisce about the year we just had.

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Here are the movies you’ll want to see in theaters over the holidays

Read full article: Here are the movies you’ll want to see in theaters over the holidays

If there is one thing for certain, it’s that this year’s holiday season has way more options for movies to see in theaters than in 2020.

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A vacation with the McAllisters: You can stay at the ‘Home Alone’ house for only $25

Read full article: A vacation with the McAllisters: You can stay at the ‘Home Alone’ house for only $25

90s kids can live out their "Home Alone" dreams for real.

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9 things to talk about at Thanksgiving that don’t involve politics

Read full article: 9 things to talk about at Thanksgiving that don’t involve politics

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and for some, this might be the first time you’re seeing family members and friends in a long time.

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Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas has officially begun

Read full article: Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas has officially begun

Get your peppermint schnapps and hot cocoa ready, because Hallmark officially kicks off its annual Countdown to Christmas on Friday.

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Cue creepy piano music: Test your knowledge of ‘Halloween’ movie with this quiz

Read full article: Cue creepy piano music: Test your knowledge of ‘Halloween’ movie with this quiz

What do you know about the original "Halloween" movie?

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These are all the best Halloween movies and TV shows you can stream right now

Read full article: These are all the best Halloween movies and TV shows you can stream right now

Since Halloween only comes around once a year, you’ve got to get your Halloween film binge-watching in while you can.

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Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ proves that Americans will watch foreign language films and TV shows

Read full article: Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ proves that Americans will watch foreign language films and TV shows

If you’ve been on social media the past few days, then you’ve more than likely heard about the new TV show that people are binging on Netflix: “Squid Game.”

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Freeform’s ‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule is out, and it’s about to be spook-tacular

Read full article: Freeform’s ‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule is out, and it’s about to be spook-tacular

Did someone say Halloween movies?

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What you need to know before seeing ‘Black Widow’ in theaters this weekend

Read full article: What you need to know before seeing ‘Black Widow’ in theaters this weekend

Remember Marvel movies?

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What to watch to celebrate Juneteenth

Read full article: What to watch to celebrate Juneteenth

While many Americans have a vast array of knowledge about Juneteenth, others don’t know as much about the holiday and the history behind it.

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Grandin Theatre to return to showing newly-released movies next month

Read full article: Grandin Theatre to return to showing newly-released movies next month

Get your popcorn ready!

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Who let the dogs out? ‘Cruella’ is a ‘wow’ of a movie

Read full article: Who let the dogs out? ‘Cruella’ is a ‘wow’ of a movie

Now that it may feel OK to venture out and into a movie theater after watching the latest flicks in the living room for more than a year, here’s a suggestion: See Disney’s “Cruella” in theaters on a really big screen.

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‘It’s been 300 years’: Sanderson Sisters to make a comeback with ‘Hocus Pocus 2′

Read full article: ‘It’s been 300 years’: Sanderson Sisters to make a comeback with ‘Hocus Pocus 2′

I know it’s not quote Halloween yet, but I suggest we form a calming circle because the Sanderson Sisters are reuniting after 28 years.

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Roanoke moviemaker shoots short film in and around the Star City

Read full article: Roanoke moviemaker shoots short film in and around the Star City

ROANOKE, Va. – The Star City isn’t necessarily known for movie stars, but an aspiring filmmaker from Roanoke decided to capture his hometown on camera. Michael Fleming directed the short thriller film “Parallax,” which premiered at the Grandin Theatre earlier this month. Fleming shot the nine-minute film on a $300 budget in the Roanoke area, mostly at the Shell gas station on Electric Road near Tanglewood Mall. This was Fleming’s first film, and he is now submitting his movie to several film festivals. “You don’t see very many films being made in Roanoke, even short films,” Fleming said.

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These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

Read full article: These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

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25 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, Hulu and more

Read full article: 25 of the best romantic comedies currently streaming on Netflix, Hulu and more

It doesn’t matter if you’re cuddled up on the couch with your significant other or eating snacks with your best friends, putting on a romantic comedy is always a good idea, especially around Valentine’s Day.

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New this week: 'Soul,' a Tom Hanks film & 'Bridgerton' on TV

Read full article: New this week: 'Soul,' a Tom Hanks film & 'Bridgerton' on TV

This image released by Disney-Pixar shows the character 22, voiced by Tina Fey, left, and Joe Gardner, voiced by Jamie Foxx, in a scene from the animated film "Soul." But with more than half of U.S. theaters closed, two of the biggest movies of the year — “Soul” and “Wonder Woman 1984” — will be going straight to streaming. — Also arriving Christmas Day is “Wonder Woman 1984,” Patty Jenkins' sequel to her barrier-breaking 2017 film. With Gal Gadot returning, “Wonder Woman 1984” fast-forwards from 1918 to the “greed is good” decade. — AP Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy___Catch up on AP’s entertainment coverage here: https://apnews.com/apf-entertainment.

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Hallmark premieres its first LGBTQ holiday movie with a gay lead couple

Read full article: Hallmark premieres its first LGBTQ holiday movie with a gay lead couple

The Hallmark Channel is known for its cheesy but heartwarming Christmas movies. This year, the channel decided to diversify its casts by featuring its first openly gay lead couple. “I’m proud of everyone at Hallmark Channel for making the holiday table bigger and more welcoming and warmer this year,” Bennett told NBC News. The Hallmark Channel vowed in July to put more LGBTQ representation in its content following criticism that the movies lacked diversity. Back in August, the channel showed its first same-sex wedding in the movie “Wedding Every Weekend.”“The Christmas House” premiered on Nov. 22.

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13 spooktacular movies you can watch with your kids on Netflix all month

Read full article: 13 spooktacular movies you can watch with your kids on Netflix all month

Let’s officially talk Halloween.

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AMC allowing movie lovers to rent a theatre all to yourself

Read full article: AMC allowing movie lovers to rent a theatre all to yourself

Starting at $99, movie lovers can rent out a whole auditorium at AMC Theatres to watch a movie. Anyone who wants to rent out a theatre can go to AMC’s website and fill out an online request form. In the form, you need to specify what movie you’d like to watch, the date you want to go and what AMC location you want to rent from. Prices vary from what movie you’d like to watch. Some of the available movies cost between $149-$349, excluding class, but most movies cost $99.

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Director brings Lifetime movie shoot back to his hometown of Roanoke

Read full article: Director brings Lifetime movie shoot back to his hometown of Roanoke

ROANOKE, Va. – The streets of Roanoke are a backdrop for a made-for-TV movie and one local native has the vision for it all. On Friday night, film crews shot at the Wells Fargo Tower Plaza for a movie that will air on Lifetime. “The Weekend” is a thriller about a young black woman abducted for her organs to be sold on the black market. Director Dylan Vox is a 2000 graduate of Roanoke County’s Cave Spring High School. This is his second movie shot in the Star City, and he said he’s proud to show off his hometown.

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Freeform’s ‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule is out, and it’s about to be spook-tacular

Read full article: Freeform’s ‘31 Nights of Halloween’ schedule is out, and it’s about to be spook-tacular

The best part about Halloween might be dressing up in a silly costume and loading up on pounds of your favorite candy, but for some, it’s all about watching endless hours of Halloween movies. That’s why Freeform is the hottest channel to visit during the month of October, because it has its annual “31 Nights of Halloween," and the network finally released its schedule of movies. The month-long marathon kicks off with the unofficial best Halloween movie ever created, “Hocus Pocus,” which stars Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker. Even though the film came out almost 30 years ago, millennials everywhere have given it a second life due to the nostalgia factor. Other classic Halloween films you’ll be able to watch include both “Addams Family” movies, “Beetlejuice,” “Ghostbusters” and “Casper.”Freeform didn’t forget about the kids.

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What to watch this weekend: ‘Pen15,’ ‘Ratched’ and more

Read full article: What to watch this weekend: ‘Pen15,’ ‘Ratched’ and more

Thinking that you’ve dried up the old Netflix cue when it comes to new shows and movies to watch? Here are a few suggestions if you’re looking for something new to watch this weekend. It kind of resembles another Netflix competition show, “Nailed It," in which amateur bakers are encouraged to just do their best. ‘Great British Baking Show’The tent is back, the tent is back! ‘American Barbecue Showdown’If you’re a fan of “Great British Baking Show,” then “American Barbecue Showdown” will be right up your alley.

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‘Hocus Pocus’ coming to Christiansburg’s drive-in theater

Read full article: ‘Hocus Pocus’ coming to Christiansburg’s drive-in theater

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. – The Sanderson Sisters are returning to the big screen! The 1993 Halloween-classic film will be playing at Christiansburg’s Starlite Drive-In Theater on Oct. 2 and 3. There will be one showing each night at 8:30 p.m.Gates open at 6:45 p.m. If you can’t make it out either night, don’t be too bummed. If you have Disney+ you can watch the 96-minute film wherever you are.

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Dirty Dancing sequel with Jennifer Grey confirmed by Lionsgate CEO

Read full article: Dirty Dancing sequel with Jennifer Grey confirmed by Lionsgate CEO

Fans of “Dirty Dancing” are in for a treat. Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer confirmed there will be a new “Dirty Dancing” movie starring Jennifer Grey, who played Baby in the 1987 original, Deadline reported. Grey is also executive producing the movie, according to Deadline. Officials haven’t said yet when the new “Dirty Dancing” movie will premiere. Parts of the original “Dirty Dancing” were filmed at Mountain Lake Lodge in Giles County.

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Walmart transforming 160 parking lots into drive-in movie theaters

Read full article: Walmart transforming 160 parking lots into drive-in movie theaters

ROANOKE, Va. – Imaging enjoying your popcorn while watching a movie on the big screen... in a Walmart parking lot. Walmart is transforming 160 of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters where people can safely gather to watch movies. Walmart is partnering with Tribeca Drive-in to make this happen. Starting in August, the drive-in tour will run through October. The company plans to make more information available at https://walmartdrive-in.com/ as the date approaches.

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What you need to know before streaming ‘Hamilton’ on Disney+ over the weekend

Read full article: What you need to know before streaming ‘Hamilton’ on Disney+ over the weekend

Since there’s likely to be a good chunk of people who will watch “Hamilton” over the weekend who’ve probably never seen it before, here is a quick rundown of what you need to know before experiencing the phenomenon. The “Hamilton” on Disney+ is a filmed version of the show, not a movie. It’s easy to call the version of “Hamilton” coming out on Disney+ a movie, but technically, it’s the stage version, filmed. An actual movie version of “Hamilton” will probably happen eventually, but this is a great way to really capture the magic of the stage version of the show. And because the people at Disney are incredibly smart, free trials of the streaming service have ended, so if you want to watch, you’re going to have to sign up.

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Do you have what it takes? Submit a short film to the Black Life Film Fest

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Now more than ever it’s so important to lift up and amplify black artists and creators, which is why a new film festival was created to do just that. The inaugural Black Life Film Fest will take place Sept. 5, and luckily for people who are interested in watching the selected films, the film festival will happen virtually, from the comfort of your home. Swirl Films and Mansa Productions are producing the festival, and the people there are asking for short film submissions that fit any kind of category. From documentaries and comedies to drama or animation -- as long as the film shows the black experience, it is eligible for submission. To find out more information about how you can submit your short film, or just general details pertaining to the new festival, you can visit the website here.

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Watch Frozen II at Salem Civic Center lot turned drive-in theater

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SALEM, Va. A parking lot behind the Salem Civic Center will transform into a drive-in movie theater on Friday night. The Salem Parks and Recreation Department is hosting Frozen II.Gates open at 7:30 p.m. and the move will begin at dusk, around 9 p.m. Admission is free and the parking lot is limited to 50% capacity. Cars will face the entrance of Salem Memorial Ballpark, lined up in every other parking spot to ensure proper social distancing. Organizers ask guests to practice common sense social distancing and wear face coverings when theyre outside of their vehicles.

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These movies, shows and documentaries about race should be required viewing

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Netflix‘13th’Directed by Ava DuVernay (she’ll come up again in this list), the documentary shows you how America changed after the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery, but also kickstarted the prison boom in America. ‘Moonlight’This Oscar-winning picture tells the story of a young black gay man living in Miami. chronicles the Central Park Five, a group of young black teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of a crime they didn’t commit. The documentary tells the story of the days of protests, unrest and riots that followed. It’s a great film that shows how two different groups of people can react to fatal police shootings.

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Local movie theater to hold weekly drive-in movies

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LYNCHBURG, Va. Venue Cinemas in Lynchburg will soon hold weekly drive-in movies in their parking lot. According to their Facebook, they are still working out some of the details. They say as of now, they plan to show movies Fridays and Saturdays. Depending on the response they could add more days.

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You should revisit these 11 movie franchises while quarantined

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Luckily for us, there are tons of films that have gone on to become major movie franchises, with sequel after sequel bringing back some of the most beloved characters of all time. So, if you want to take a break from binging “The Office” for the 10th time and want to dig in to some classics, consider watching these movie franchises from front to back. ‘Star Wars’Writer and director George Lucas created a movie about a team of rebels fighting evil in a galaxy far, far away, and it’s gone on to become one of the most influential movie franchises of all time. ‘Toy Story’A lot of the movie franchises are for teens and adults, but the “Toy Story” movies are great because the entire family can enjoy them. ‘Marvel’Anyone who has gone to see a Marvel movie knows that there are a ton of them.

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Finished ‘Tiger King’? 5 over-the-top things to watch next

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Will anything ever compare to the antics of Joe Exotic, Doc Antle or Carole Baskin, of “Tiger King” fame? But we have to assume you’ve finished the show by now, which leads us to this next question: What will you watch next? The following five recommendations seem to be just as crazy as “Tiger King” -- not necessarily the same brand of crazy, but on par when it comes to unbelievability, like, “How can this possibly be real?”(OK, and from the sounds of it, No. 5 miiiiight be the same genre as “Tiger King.”)Anyway, to compile this list, we asked around and brainstormed ourselves. I’ll never get those two hours back.”Those weren’t exactly ringing endorsements, but we thought it was worth a mention.

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What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideas

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We asked around for some of the best parent-endorsed picks when it comes to Netflix offerings. So, not only are you providing good entertainment for your kids, but you’re instilling a love of classic rock, as well. Although this one isn’t new or new to Netflix, we were surprised just how many parents hadn’t seen this one yet. "Masha and the Bear""My kids think this is the funniest show ever," one father of three said. I’m not suggesting you plop your kids down in front of a screen all day -- or even every day.

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You can watch these new movies from the comfort of your couch

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Thanks to the power of video on demand with streaming services Amazon Prime and Apple TV, most of the movies that planned on hitting theaters during this time are now available to watch from the comfort of your own couch. The movie tells a story of a modern world run by mythical creatures who use magic to do amazing things. ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’The final installment of the “Star Wars” movies already hit theaters around the holidays, but it’s now available to buy digitally so you can watch it at home. Since the rest of the “Star Wars” movies are on Disney+, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it pop up there soon. It’s a psychological thriller that probably isn’t for everyone, but it is available to purchase and watch at home.

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Oscars 2020: Pick your winners!

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Awards season is in full swing as the 92nd annual Academy Awards take place this weekend. Leading with the most Oscar nominations is “Joker,” with 11 nominations in total. “The Irishman,” “1917” and “Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood” each received 10 nominations. What or who do you think will win? Let us know what you think in the comments or by voting in the polls below.

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These 7 Disney villain deaths are oddly the most satisfying and savage of all time

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We’re going over seven Disney villain deaths that we think are the worst, and we want you to choose which one you think tops them all. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs - 1937 (Walt Disney Animation Studios)1. The Little Mermaid - 1989 (Walt Disney Animation Studios)2. The Hunchback of Notre Dame - 1996 (Walt Disney Animation Studios)3. RELATED: Take your love for Disney villains on the goWe took care of the hard part.

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How do Netflix, Hulu stack up lately? What are the most popular shows by state for 2019?

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(High Speed Internet)Now let’s get to the most popular Netflix show for each state this year. If you’re wondering how the website got the data, the team said it compiled a list of the most popular shows on Netflix in 2019. (High Speed Internet)“The Umbrella Academy,” by the way, was America’s overall most popular Netflix show in 2019. “Black Mirror” and “The Haunting of Hill House” were the most popular Netflix shows in eight and six states, respectively. Hulu also keeps shows around longer than Netflix.”Hulu also has a live streaming service called Hulu + Live TV.

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These baby Yoda memes are driving the internet crazy

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Whether you’re a fan of “Star Wars” or not, we’re sure you have fallen prey to the baby Yoda craze that is sweeping social media. Thus, the baby Yoda craze was born, but we’re not complaining. Well, we’ve scoured the web looking for the best baby Yoda memes the internet had to offer. Every single baby Yoda meme has been me like HOWWW pic.twitter.com/z4yLusRgYv — scandal (@eskandalowithak) November 29, 201921. We know the internet is full of other baby Yoda memes, so share your favorite in the comments below.

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Rosalía marks historic night for women at Latin Grammys

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1” won album of the year at the Latin Grammys in 2006. He helped the former Fifth Harmony member, who didn’t attend the show, win her first pair of Latin Grammys before she’s even won a Grammy Award. Like Bad Bunny, Daddy Yankee earned a nomination in one of the urban categories: best urban fusion/performance. “Thank you so much.”The Latin Grammys kicked off its 20th anniversary show with a festive performance highlighting various sounds from the genre as 20 artists united onstage to honor Latin music. Other performers included Luis Fonsi, Ozuna and Residente, who extended his record as the most decorated artist in the history of the Latin Grammys to 25 wins.

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Lincoln Center in New York City to honor Spike Lee in April

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NEW YORK, NY – Spike Lee will receive Film at Lincoln Center's 46th Chaplin Award. Lincoln Center announced Thursday that the 62-year-old filmmaker will be honored in its annual fundraising gala on April 27. For its 50th anniversary last year, Lincoln Center skipped a Chaplin Award honoree and instead hosted a special gala that featured Martin Scorsese, Pedro Almodovar, Tilda Swinton and others. The four previous Chaplin Award winners were Helen Mirren, Robert De Niro, Morgan Freeman and Robert Redford. Lee's last film, "BlacKkKlasman" was nominated for six Oscars including best picture.

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Annette Bening to receive AARP Movies for Grownups award

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LOS ANGELES, CA – Annette Bening will receive AARP the Magazine's lifetime achievement honor at the Movies for Grownups Awards next year. The magazine announced Tuesday that Bening will accept the career achievement award at the ceremony on January 11, 2020 in Beverly Hills, California. The 19th annual Movies for Grownups Awards will air January 19 on PBS. Bening won Golden Globe awards for best actress for the 2004 film "Being Julia" and 2010's "The Kids Are All Right." Previous career achievement honorees include Shirley MacLaine, Michael Douglas, Morgan Freeman, Kevin Costner and Robert De Niro.

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