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Our 5 favorite exhibits from 'This Is New York' — a gritty, stylish city celebration

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Our 5 favorite exhibits from 'This Is New York' — a gritty, stylish city celebration

The Museum of the City of New York is marking its centennial with an exhibition of NYC-inspired film, TV, music and fashion. But this is real New York, "not a love letter," says one of the curators.

Our 5 favorite exhibits from 'This Is New York' — a gritty, stylish city celebration

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In 'You Hurt My Feelings,' the stakes are low but deeply relatable

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In 'You Hurt My Feelings,' the stakes are low but deeply relatable

You Hurt My Feelings is the latest film from the writer and director Nicole Holofcener. It stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus as a writer who discovers that her husband (Tobias Menzies) doesn't like her new book. She's rattled so hard that it threatens her marriage. The supporting cast also includes Michaela Watkins, Arian Moayed, and Owen Teague.

In 'You Hurt My Feelings,' the stakes are low but deeply relatable

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'Barry' fades to black (comedy)

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'Barry' fades to black (comedy)

The HBO series Barry ended on Sunday. Throughout its run, the dark comedy brought a delicate tonal balance to Bill Hader's hitman-turned-actor. Its sharp take on Hollywood was funny, but it never let us forget that Barry was a violent sociopath. Barry's final season made choices so surprising and emotionally brutal that everything that came before it looked almost light and frothy.

'Barry' fades to black (comedy)

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In 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' the open world is wide open

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In 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' the open world is wide open

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the latest, and fastest-selling game in Nintendo's beloved franchise. Many critics and gamers are declaring it not only the best game of the year, but maybe the best game, period.

In 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' the open world is wide open

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We recap the Succession finale

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We recap the Succession finale

The series finale of HBO's Succession was truly a meal fit for a king. Backs were stabbed, alliances were realigned, and a new CEO of the media conglomerate Waystar Royco was crowned. How did the squabbling Roy siblings shake out in the fight to control their family's dynasty?

We recap the Succession finale

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Tina Turner's happy ending
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Tina Turner's happy ending

This week, the world went into mourning after losing the Goddess of Rock n' Roll: Tina Turner. Veteran music journalist and Shine Bright author, Danyel Smith, joins Brittany Luse to unpack Tina's powerful performances and her role as an architect of rock. They also dig into the obstacles the star overcame, her smart strategies and the lessons she has for us on resilience, peace and happiness.

Tina Turner's happy ending

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An exhibition of Keith Haring's art and activism makes clear: 'Art is for everybody'

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An exhibition of Keith Haring's art and activism makes clear: 'Art is for everybody'

In the 1980s, Haring's cartoon-like images were everywhere — his figures of dancers, hearts, babies and dogs remain pop culture motifs. A new exhibition celebrates the artist who died in 1990 at 31.

An exhibition of Keith Haring's art and activism makes clear: 'Art is for everybody'

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and listening

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What's making us happy: A guide to your weekend viewing and listening

Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: You're the Worst, 60 Songs that Explain the '90s, and Little Moon wins the Tiny Desk.

Fans flock to Tina Turner's hometown museum after her death

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Fans flock to Tina Turner's hometown museum after her death

The Tina Turner Museum in Brownsville, Tenn., is seeing a surge in visitors after the iconic singer died this week at the age of 83.

Fans flock to Tina Turner's hometown museum after her death

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'The Little Mermaid' takes the uncanny valley under the sea

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'The Little Mermaid' takes the uncanny valley under the sea

The Little Mermaid is Disney's latest property to receive the live-action remake treatment. While some scenes match the original film, there are changes. Alan Menken and Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote several new songs for the film. And it stars Halle Bailey as Ariel and Melissa McCarthy as Ursula. The film is directed by Rob Marshall and is in theaters now.

'The Little Mermaid' takes the uncanny valley under the sea

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DC Comics' boss knows the challenges ahead — and the problem superhero films can pose

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DC Comics' boss knows the challenges ahead — and the problem superhero films can pose

Superhero movies transformed the film industry over the last 15 years. But how does the man in charge of some of the most beloved comic book characters chart the years ahead?

DC Comics' boss knows the challenges ahead — and the problem superhero films can pose

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At a 'Gente Funny' show, only bilingual audience members are in on the joke

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At a 'Gente Funny' show, only bilingual audience members are in on the joke

Latinx comedians with non-English routines have largely been relegated to restaurants, bars and other spaces where Spanish already dominates. But a new generation is changing that, one show at a time.

At a 'Gente Funny' show, only bilingual audience members are in on the joke

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Remembering Tina Turner

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Remembering Tina Turner

The word "icon" is thrown around a lot these days, but Tina Turner was the epitome of that and more. The legendary pop star died today at the age of 83, leaving behind an indelible legacy that spanned decades across the music world, the stage, and the screen. We talk about her life and career, including her hits "River Deep, Mountain High," "Proud Mary," and "What's Love Got To Do With It."

Remembering Tina Turner

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In 'American Born Chinese,' a beloved graphic novel gets Disney-fied

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In 'American Born Chinese,' a beloved graphic novel gets Disney-fied

In the Disney+ show American Born Chinese, Jin is an insecure Chinese-American kid just trying to get through high school when he befriends the new kid in town, Wei-Chen. Wei-Chen is actually a god on a divine quest, and he drags Jin along with him. And the two come to realize they're more alike than they ever imagined.

In 'American Born Chinese,' a beloved graphic novel gets Disney-fied

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Beauty culture in South Korea reveals a grim future in 'Flawless'
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Beauty culture in South Korea reveals a grim future in 'Flawless'

Author and one of NPR's beloved hosts, Elise Hu, joins Brittany Luse to talk about her new book: Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital. For Elise, what started as a professional move to Seoul turned into a long-term interest in beauty culture and the societal demand to look flawless. Elise and Brittany talk about the high price of South Korea's lookism, how the government props up beauty culture, the technological gaze, and how Korean beauty culture is spreading throughout the United States.

Beauty culture in South Korea reveals a grim future in 'Flawless'

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'XO, Kitty' is a coming-of-age Korean rom-dramedy with heart

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'XO, Kitty' is a coming-of-age Korean rom-dramedy with heart

The Netflix series XO, Kitty is a spinoff of the hit YA book and movie franchise, To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Anna Cathcart returns as Kitty Song Covey, a teenager with a penchant for matchmaking. The show is a mash-up of genres, including rom-coms, Korean dramas, and coming-of-age tales.

'XO, Kitty' is a coming-of-age Korean rom-dramedy with heart

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