'We all want to be Superman; Superman wants to be us,' says James Gunn Morning Edition host A Martínez asks writer/director James Gunn, the man behind the reimagining of the entire DC Comics universe for the screen, about his vision for Superman. A Martínez
It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s not like other ‘Superman’ films With a K9 sidekick, a sense of humor, and a Man of Steel who says “dude,” 2025’s “Superman” might not be the Superman you expect, or even want. But for our modern times, it’s the “Superman” we all need. Dyer Oxley
What works about road trip movies centered on women? NPR's Pien Huang, Avery Keatley and Bob Mondello explore what works about road trip movies centered on women. Pien Huang
Mariska Hargitay walks a fine line in 'My Mom Jayne' It's natural to feel some skepticism when a celebrity makes a documentary about their own family. But Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay' tells a story that is both effective and empathetic. Linda Holmes
In theaters now: A post-apocalyptic thriller, a steamy noir and, yes, dinosaurs The newest Jurassic installment is roaring into theaters. Meanwhile, Danielle Deadwyler is determined to defend her family's land in the post-apocalyptic thriller 40 Acres. Bob Mondello
What makes a great movie premise that sticks with you? NPR's Andrew Limbong leads a conversation about what constitutes a great premise for a movie - and why a good one sticks with you, even if the film doesn't. Manuela Lopez Restrepo
The new film 'Tatami' reveals an Iranian judoka's fight beyond the mat In the first feature film co-directed by an Israeli and an Iranian, Tatami, an Iranian judoka must choose between her country and a run for the gold at the World Judo Championships. Iman Maani
Brad Pitt plays a veteran racer who won't slow down in 'F1' Pitt, 61, stars as a Formula One driver whose career was sidelined by a devastating crash. Though the overall arc of F1 is fairly predictable, the film is still hugely enjoyable and dazzlingly well-made. Justin Chang
A new documentary tells the story of journalist Barbara Walters A new documentary profiles journalist Barbara Walters, who fought sexist bullies throughout her career and still landed the biggest interviews. NPR's Michel Martin talks with director Jackie Jesko. Michel Martin
'Law & Order' star investigates her own family's tragic car crash in 'My Mom Jayne' Mariska Hargitay has only the vaguest memories of her mother, Jayne Mansfield, the sex-symbol movie star who died in the 1967 crash. Now, Hargitay examines her family history in a new documentary. David Bianculli
