James Earl Jones, who died this week, was a prominent figure on stage and screen. He also possessed a voice—and a presence—that has become iconic in American culture.

“Sing Sing” sidesteps the trap of cheap melodrama that exploits the trials and trauma of incarcerated people.

Living a double life requires lying to everyone around you, but it also requires lying to yourself.

America's staff returns to give their favorite recommendations of what to watch this summer.

Talented minds are implanting ideals in the inner landscapes of our young. We should be paying more attention.

It would be an exaggeration to call “Juno” pro-life, but it is encouraging to see a popular film diverge from the familiar culture war battle lines.