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Filmmaker and sculptor Michael Snow, who 'demolished boundaries' of art, dies at 94

Filmmaker and sculptor Michael Snow, who 'demolished boundaries' of art, dies at 94

TORONTO — Interdisciplinary artist Michael Snow, known in Canada and internationally for his abstract painting, public sculptures and the experimental 1967 film "Wavelength," has died.
Composer Joseph Koo, linked to 'Golden Era' of Hong Kong culture, dies in Vancouver

Composer Joseph Koo, linked to 'Golden Era' of Hong Kong culture, dies in Vancouver

VANCOUVER — Renowned composer Joseph Koo, whose music helped form the soundtrack for what his family called the "Golden Era" of Hong Kong culture in the 1970s and '80s, has died in a Metro Vancouver hospital.
Bill Cosby documentary spotlights role of community in healing from trauma

Bill Cosby documentary spotlights role of community in healing from trauma

TORONTO — Though it may be called "The Case Against Cosby," a new documentary soon to premiere on CBC TV focuses more on some of the women who came forward with allegations against the comedian — and what it takes for them to heal from lasting trauma
Review: A grumpy Tom Hanks stars in 'A Man Called Otto'

Review: A grumpy Tom Hanks stars in 'A Man Called Otto'

Sentimental tales about grumpy old men and American decline have, until recently, typically been the domain of Clint Eastwood.
'That '90s Show,' 'The Menu,' 'The Last of Us' among January streaming highlights

'That '90s Show,' 'The Menu,' 'The Last of Us' among January streaming highlights

TORONTO — Here's a look at some of the standout TV series and films debuting on subscription streaming platforms in January: “That ‘90s Show” Swap out your bell bottoms for cargo pants and disco records for grunge CDs.
Full speed ahead: 'Avatar' sequel again dominates box office

Full speed ahead: 'Avatar' sequel again dominates box office

NEW YORK (AP) — “Avatar: The Way of Water" is the box office king for a third straight week, and shows no sign of slowing down.
'Avatar: The Way of Water' was a coming-of-age period for its younger cast members

'Avatar: The Way of Water' was a coming-of-age period for its younger cast members

TORONTO — Bailey Bass was a relatively unknown face when she was declared as the future of James Cameron's multi-billion dollar "Avatar" franchise among six other young actors, "all while going through puberty.
‘Corsage’ gives a modern edge to Austria's Empress Elisabeth

‘Corsage’ gives a modern edge to Austria's Empress Elisabeth

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Things had gotten a little real on the set of “ Corsage ,” but nobody expected the star, Vicky Krieps, to jump out the window that day.
Review: A baby for sale in Korean drama ‘Broker’

Review: A baby for sale in Korean drama ‘Broker’

The Korean drama “ Broker ” begins like a noir. A young woman walks slowly in the pouring rain in the middle of the night in Busan, her flimsy hood doing little to keep her dry.
From funny to freaky: Five Canadian films and TV shows to watch over the holidays

From funny to freaky: Five Canadian films and TV shows to watch over the holidays

TORONTO — One of the most cherished modern traditions of the December holiday break is the opportunity to gather with those closest to you...and binge-watch television.
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