Arts & Culture

The spell Fred Rogers cast, which could even inspire a subway car full of hard-bitten New Yorkers to join a group of schoolchildren in honoring him by joyously singing his program’s theme song, continues to exercise its magic from beyond the grave.

The harshly violent crime drama “21 Bridges” (STX) never explores the many themes it hints at raising.

Two unearthed Byzantine church complexes shed light on the tradition of Christian pilgrimage in the Holy Land.

“A Year With the Mystics: Visionary Wisdom for Daily Living” is a comprehensive collection of prayers that offer love, support and guidance to withstand the world’s challenges.

Both the filmmakers and the central voice cast of the much-loved 2013 original are reunited in “Frozen II” (Disney).

A negligent and selfish culture of food waste is fueling the global hunger crisis, damaging the lives of individuals, and preventing the progress of all people, Pope Francis said Nov 18.

Fans of sophisticated films in which noting explodes, besides initial expectations, will appreciate the suspense yarn “The Good Liar” (Warner Bros.).

“next generation” energy-saving lights will be used to adorn the Vatican Christmas tree.