Building on the foundation laid by ESPN’s excellent “30 for 30” series, Netflix launched its own franchise of films about unusual sports stories in 2021 under the banner “Untold.” With an intent to tell unique sports stories with the insight and visual language of documentary filmmaking instead of just a basic cable TV special, the
Netflix will never run out of juicy material for its “Untold” sports documentary series, which over the years has tackled scandals and controversies such as the “Malice at the Palace” brawl between the Indiana Pacers and Detroit Pistons; the Manti Te’o catfishing saga; the rise and crash of Johnny Manziel; and the Michigan football sign-stealing
“What if animals acted like people, and those people were sad and horny?” It’s an old chestnut at this point in the realm of adult animated comedies; after all, sometimes it’s novel, and even cathartic, to see our very human foibles reflected in the furry friends we love so unconditionally. Prime Video’s “Kevin,” to its
Since its launch on what-was-Epix (now MGM+) back in 2022, “From” has scratched an itch for TV viewers who miss the twisting sci-fi tales of not just “LOST” but its many imitators. Often directed by that show’s legendary director, Jack Bender, and starring Harold Perrineau in a role that doesn’t feel that different from Michael
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The Chicago Film Critics Association announces the line-up for the 13th Chicago Critics Film Festival, running from May 1-7, 2026 at the historic Music Box Theatre. A blend of new and familiar voices, this year’s line-up reflects the breadth of filmmaking in 2026 including new works from Olivia Wilde, Dawn Porter, and Joe Swanberg, all
By Mo Al-Ebadi OMAHA, Neb. — Dogs that come into shelters often carry the effects of neglect or abuse, shaping how they react to people and their surroundings. At the Nebraska Humane Society, Executive Vice President Steven Elonich said those signs can be immediate. “We’ll have dogs come in showing signs of trauma and neglect… being scared of people,
The Cannes Film Festival announced the first selections for its 2026 program this year, a diverse array of films from international masters from around the world, blended in with new, unexpected voices. After a 2025 program of high profile Hollywood premieres like the last “Mission: Impossible” movie and Spike Lee’s “Highest 2 Lowest,” this year
By Olivia McArthur Low turnout in past primaries highlights the importance of registering and voting before May 12 With Nebraska’s primary election set for May 12, local leaders are encouraging residents to register and make a plan to vote—emphasizing the role primaries play in shaping the general election. Key deadlines are quickly approaching. Voters must register online or by mail by
By Gage Peterson OMAHA, Neb. – A proposed stadium development in Omaha’s Millwork Commons area could reshape the future of downtown, bringing new opportunities for growth while also raising questions about cost and community impact. The project, planned just north of Cuming Street, includes a 20-acre mixed-use development featuring retail, dining, and housing. At its center would be a stadium, seating between