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Another week, another batch of movies, books, and podcasts everyone’s talking about. We rounded up the titles making waves right now, starting with a big-screen release that comes with an extra reason to head to the theater.
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Top Movie of the Week
The Uprising
In 14th-century England, a humble peasant (Andrew Garfield) rallies an army of commoners against the tyranny of King Richard II. Based on the rebellion that inspired the legend of Robin Hood. See it at AMC to start filling your AMC & Focus Features Passport and get one movie closer to unlocking up to $100 in rewards!
Top Books of the Week
1. The Disappearers
by Marlon James
Eight gay men in 1980s Jamaica are forever changed when one of them is murdered in Marlon James’ sprawling new crime epic. It’s already longlisted for the Booker Prize, with The New York Times calling it “the novel of the decade, if not the century.”
2. Little Red Death
by Alexandra Benedict
Twenty-five years after her best friend vanished, a detective investigating a string of fairy-tale-inspired murders begins to suspect the killer is speaking directly to her. Alexandra Benedict’s twisted new mystery has quickly caught readers’ attention.
3. Saving Noah
by Lucinda Berry
How far would you go to stand by someone you love after they’ve done something unforgivable? Lucinda Berry’s emotionally brutal novel follows a mother grappling with that question after her teenage son commits an unthinkable crime.
Top Podcasts of the Week
1. The Ben and Ashley I Almost Famous Podcast
TV & Film
Former Bachelor Ben Higgins and Ashley Iaconetti tackle all things Bachelor Nation and reality TV. Our own pop culture expert Meredith recently joined Ben to discuss the franchise’s fading relevance and make a spicy case for who should become the next Bachelor.
2. Fallen Angel
Documentary
Behind Victoria’s Secret’s glamorous runway shows and billion-dollar empire is a much darker story. This eight-part investigation pulls back the curtain on the brand’s cultural influence, treatment of its models, and longtime CEO Les Wexner’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
3. Dolly Parton's America
Music History
More than a biography, this acclaimed nine-part series explores Dolly Parton’s music, life, and uniquely powerful place in American culture. As fans continue celebrating and reflecting on the late icon’s extraordinary legacy, it’s well worth revisiting.