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Ben Affleck, left, and Matt Damon arrive for the world premiere of "Air," at the Paramount Theatre during the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival, Saturday, March 18, 2023, in Austin, Texas.

A shared bank account, taking out the trash, and growing up in Cambridge: Six takeaways from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s interview

The childhood chums, who grew up in Cambridge, discussed their lifelong friendship, dealing with fame, and their upcoming film “Air” about the Michael Jordan-Nike collaboration.

Apple to splash $1 billion a year on films to break into cinemas

It is part of an ambitious effort by Apple to raise its profile in Hollywood and lure subscribers to its streaming service.

Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman are great in ‘A Good Person’

But Zach Braff’s tale of tragedy and addiction doesn’t quite hold up to their performances.

‘Can my dog be an extra?’: Filming for Damon, Affleck movie begins at North End’s Bova’s Bakery

The 24-hour bakery shut its doors for the first time in its 97-year history to accommodate the shoot for “The Instigators,” sending loyal fans of its signature cannolis to competing bakeries — if only for the week.

Odie Henderson Review |★★★½

Keanu Reeves as John Wick in a scene from "John Wick: Chapter 4."

‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ is wicked fun — and extremely violent

Keanu Reeves and company bring a rousing, fitting end to the series that started in 2014.

How accurate is Hulu’s ‘Boston Strangler’? Here’s what to know.

We looked at what's fact and fiction in the series premiering Friday. Here's what we found.

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Odie Henderson Review | ★★★

Lily Tomlin (left) and Jane Fonda in a scene from “Moving On,” directed by Paul Weitz.

Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are ‘Moving On’ with a little help from their friends

Richard Roundtree shows up as Fonda’s ex. Even if it is 50 years late, the mere notion that Shaft and Barbarella might get bizzy onscreen should send tingles up your spine. 2:03 p.m.

Odie Henderson Review | ★★

Carrie Coon (left) as Jean Cole and Keira Knightley as Loretta McLaughlin in 20th Century Studios' “Boston Strangler,” on Hulu.

Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon are on the case in ‘Boston Strangler’

Keira Knightley and Carrie Coon shine in this story about the two journalists who worked the case of the Boston Strangler. Unfortunately, the film often devolves into horror-movie tactics when depicting the crimes. 9:19 a.m.

Keira Knightley as Loretta McLaughlin and Chris Cooper as Jack MacLaine in 20th Century Studios' “Boston Strangler,” on Hulu.

Director and writer Matt Ruskin on getting the story, characters, and setting right in ‘Boston Strangler’

The Watertown native’s movie, premiering on Hulu on Friday, revolves around two female reporters who pursued the case. 5:25 p.m.

Beth Teitell | Commentary

How long does a woman get to enjoy her so-called prime? A year? A week? A single golden hour?

Some women say they can’t even focus on themselves until the kids are grown — but by then society has rendered them invisible. 6:58 a.m.

Casey Affleck attends the Vanity Fair 95th Oscars Party at the The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, Calif. on March 12, 2023.

At glitzy Oscar parties: Casey Affleck’s about to start filming in Boston; Kraft still hoping Brady will retire a Patriot

Massachusetts was not only well represented at the 95th annual Academy Awards on Sunday, but at swanky viewing parties and after-parties, too. 12:55 p.m.

The cast and crew of "Everything Everywhere All at Once" accepts the award for best picture at the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Watching the Oscars with my friends

Say what you want about the Oscars telecast, but like the Super Bowl, it brings people together. 7:13 a.m.

Springfield native and costume designer Ruth Carter.

Springfield native Ruth Carter becomes first Black woman to win two Oscars

The costume designer behind the “Black Panther” films has become the first Black woman to win two Oscars. 3:19 a.m.

Left to right, Ke Huy Quan, Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Michelle Yeoh, Best Actress in a Leading Role, Brendan Fraser, Best Actor in a Leading Role, and Jamie Lee Curtis, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, posed in the press room during the 95th Annual Academy Awards.

See the full list of 2023 Oscar winners (and nominees)

Winners of the 95th annual Academy Awards were announced Sunday at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. 11:28 p.m.