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Sacha Baron Cohen punks politicians in 'Who is America?'

Sacha Baron Cohen has been punking people for the last 20 years in various guises, which at first blush made his Showtime series, "Who is America?," sound like just more of the same. But the provocateur has reeled in some big fish -- who have dutifully denounced him -- as marks, adding sizzle to what otherwise amounts to serving old wine in a new bottle.
'Skyscraper' stands tall on Rock-solid foundation

The "Die Hard" comparisons are inevitable with "Skyscraper," the latest action vehicle for the very busy Dwayne Johnson. While the movie doesn't quite scale those heights, it delivers similar old-fashioned, popcorn-y pleasures with its Rock-solid foundation, with a bare-bones plot and plenty of stunts that do for tall buildings what "Jaws" did for sharks.
Robin Williams remembered in poignant HBO doc

The intimate bond that comedians forge with an audience makes their loss feel more intimate and personal. What remains somewhat mysterious -- and at times mystifying -- is the darker side of stand-up, which has contributed to the premature deaths of so many comedy stars.
Harvey Weinstein misquoted in article claiming he admitted offering acting roles in exchange for sex, attorney says

Harvey Weinstein was misquoted in a published article claiming the disgraced movie mogul had admitted offering acting jobs to actresses in exchange for sex, Weinstein's attorney Ben Brafman said Friday.
Scarlett Johansson won't play trans man in film after backlash

Scarlett Johansson has opted to withdraw from a film in which she was set to play a transgender man after her casting drew criticism from the LGBTQ community.
Henry Cavill apologizes after #MeToo backlash

Henry Cavill has apologized after backlash over statements he recently made during an interview with GQ Australia.
Nancy Sinatra, former wife of Frank Sinatra, dead at 101

Nancy Sinatra, the first wife of singer Frank Sinatra, died Friday at the age of 101, her daughter said.
'Hotel Transylvania 3' risks overstaying its welcome

After an appealing debut five years ago, "Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation" suggests the animated monster franchise is at the risk of overstaying its welcome. Although still visually pleasing, the latest adventure seldom sparks to life, even by the standards of its undead protagonists.
'Queer Eye' renewed for a third season

Your tears still likely haven't dried from watching the second season of Netflix's "Queer Eye," but the Fab Five soon will be hard at work on a new season.
'Downton Abbey' movie is happening

Fans have been begging for it, and now it's really happening.