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Grammy-nominated country singer Cam shines on debut

Thursday, 7 January 2016, 17:04 Last update: about 12 years ago

A Southern California native who spent time shoveling manure on her grandfather's horse ranch, Cam - born Camaron Ochs - blends earthy, from-the-heart sentiments and urban pop rhythms on her country...

Family ties of Fey, Poehler tested by 'Sisters'

Thursday, 7 January 2016, 16:24 Last update: about 12 years ago

In "Sisters," Tina Fey and Amy Poehler attempt to bring the most teenage of comedy genres __ that of keg stands and drunken hook-ups __ into middle age. They're a long way from your usual house...

Writing is sharp and precise in 'Cop Job'

Thursday, 7 January 2016, 16:08 Last update: about 12 years ago

The Hamptons, a group of hamlets on Long Island's south fork, is one of America's most opulent summer colonies - one that is gradually crowding out what is left of the fishing villages and workmen's...

Kings of Leon usher in 2016 with fireworks and new music

Wednesday, 6 January 2016, 17:02 Last update: about 12 years ago

The Kings of Leon took it easy this year after finishing up their international tour for their 2013 album "Mechanical Bull," but the Grammy-winning family rock group is ready to start 2016 with a...

Fassbender broods mightily in Kurzel's 'Macbeth'

Wednesday, 6 January 2016, 16:23 Last update: about 12 years ago

William Shakespeare's Scottish play gets a highly stylized, moody and occasionally mystifying update, courtesy of Justin Kurzel, the Australian director responsible for the haunting...

'Bread, Wine, Chocolate' makes environmental issues tasty

Wednesday, 6 January 2016, 16:07 Last update: about 12 years ago

The lands, waters and atmosphere of our planet are under tremendous stress from the appetites and endeavors of more than 7 billion people, and such issues often make for grim reading. But...

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' is fun fan service

Tuesday, 5 January 2016, 16:22 Last update: about 12 years ago

J.J. Abrams may not elevate the language of "Star Wars," but he sure is fluent in it. "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" is no more and no less than the movie that made us love it in the first place. In...

'Black Dragon River' seeks China, Russia

Tuesday, 5 January 2016, 16:05 Last update: about 12 years ago

The border between the United States and Mexico is almost 2,000 miles long. The border between Russia and China, two of the world's most powerful and intriguing nations, is around 2,700 miles....

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