Film and TV

Baltimore Banner columnists Leslie Streeter and Rick Hutzell watched eight “A Christmas Carol” contenders and offered their thoughts on the annual holiday film debate.

Several people who play pivotal roles in the movie have Maryland connections, from producer Oprah Winfrey to actress Phylicia Pearl Mpasi and members of the crew.

Andre Braugher will be remembered for his extraordinary acting accomplishments and for making a difference in Baltimore and other communities where he worked and lived, journalist and broadcaster Marc Steiner says.

The actor, who lived in Baltimore as “Homicide: Life on the Streets” was filmed in the city, made an impact that went beyond his memorable portrayal of Baltimore Police Detective Frank Pembleton.

Andre Braugher played Det. Pembleton, a brilliant, bristling investigator on the Baltimore-based "Homicide: Life on the Street," but the soulful, funny man behind him transcended every role.

Comedians like Matt Rife, Theo Von and Chris Rock have talked smack about Baltimore, but they’re missing the most obvious jokes about us.

Maryland gets animated on “Craig of the Creek” and “Jessica’s Big Little World,” two Cartoon Network series that take place in the fictional town of Herkleton.

"MasterChef Junior." "Squid Game: The Challenge." "Hell's Kitchen." No matter where you turn lately, Maryland citizens are on your television.

Here are 7 Things to do in Annapolis for the week starting Dec. 7, 2023.

Audiences hated Norman Lear’s show about a Baltimore hotel. To the television legend, the racy 1975 series “Hot l Baltimore” was “terrific.”

Clips from the HBO movie “Something the Lord Made” posted on TikTok and YouTube have surged in popularity this year as people discover (and rediscover) the true story of Vivien Thomas.

Avant-garde composer Dan Deacon discusses his time in Baltimore, his work as a composer and what it was like to hear 'The Crystal Cat' in Sofia Coppola’s 'Priscilla.'

Is there anything not holiday-themed to do this week? Who cares! You could watch the immortal tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge, shop holiday markets and eat a lot of chocolate during the week through Dec. 6.

The holiday season is upon Annapolis. You could catch a production of the musical “White Christmas,” shop at the first of several holiday markets or enjoy the century-old tradition of the Annapolis tree lighting. Those are some of the best things to do starting the day after Thanksgiving through Nov. 29.

The biopic “Napoleon,” directed by Ridley Scott and starring Joaquin Phoenix, has renewed interest in Baltimore’s own Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and her tussle with France’s famous imperial family.

Travel & Leisure just put Annapolis 15th on its annual list of the top 25 towns to visit for Christmas for the second year in a row. The website, frankly, is late to the party. Annapolis has been a Christmas town for more than a century. Here, then, is an essential guide to the holidays in Annapolis.

Former “Wild ’n Out” comedian Matt Rife thought it was a good idea to take aim at a domestic abuse victim and Baltimore in his new Netflix special “Natural Selection.” Unsurprisingly, he was wrong.

You could line up for tickets to see “A Christmas Carol,” catch the county executive in a Latin dance competition or listen to some award-winning blues. Those are just some of the best things to do through Nov. 22.

She may not have walked away with "Golden Bachelor" Gerry Turner, but Maryland's Joan Vassos' time on the ABC dating show still ended in a love story.

You can honor Veterans Day, take in a traveling circus, catch a college basketball doubleheader, or hear some great jazz and roots. Those are just some of the best things to do through Nov. 15.