'A House of Dynamite' envisions U.S. response to an unknown nuclear threat A new film directed by Kathryn Bigelow wonders how the U.S. would react to a nuclear missile launch of undetermined origin heading its way. Steve Inskeep
'Bugonia' is a psychological thriller that keeps you guessing from scene to scene In this wickedly funny dark comedy, Emma Stone stars as a high-powered CEO who gets kidnapped by a low-ranking employee, played by Jesse Plemons, who believes she's an alien from outer space. Justin Chang
In case 2025 wasn't scary enough, it was a great year for horror, too From the supernatural to the slightly-too-realistic, it's been a banner year for scary movies, many of which are available to stream from home this Halloween. Aisha Harris
From horror to Ibsen's 'Hedda,' filmmaker Nia DaCosta pursues the genres she loves DaCosta has directed blockbusters like Candyman and The Marvels. Her latest is an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 play, Hedda Gabler, recasting the main character as a queer, mixed-race Black woman. Tonya Mosley
Still thinking about the Louvre? 'The Mastermind' is about a museum heist gone awry An unemployed cabinet maker robs the local art museum — then finds himself plunged into a world of cops and gangsters and life on the run. The Mastermind is a sad movie that gets stronger as it goes. John Powers
Why Cameron Crowe wears 'uncool' as a badge of honor Crowe was just 15 years old when he became a music journalist in 1973. He had to talk his mom into letting him go on the road with bands. He chronicles his adventures in his new memoir, The Uncool. Terry Gross
Spooky but not scary: movies to watch when you want chills, not nightmares All Things Considered producers Avery Keatley and Marc Rivers talk about movies that capture the eerie spirit of Halloween without the blood, gore, or jump scares. Sacha Pfeiffer
The White House movie theater demolition ends a storied era in presidential history The vintage movie venue was destroyed this week as part of the Trump administration's plan to build a new $300 million ballroom. Former President Bill Clinton called it the office's "best perk." Chloe Veltman
Here's what experts say 'A House of Dynamite' gets wrong (and right) about nuclear war Some praised realistic elements like the depiction of the White House situation room. But others said parts of the plot didn't ring true. Geoff Brumfiel
'It Was Just an Accident' is a blast of pure anti-authoritarian rage Iranian director Jafar Panahi has been arrested repeatedly in his home country. His shockingly funny new revenge thriller was informed by the stories of people he met in prison. Justin Chang
