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Tucson native’s Girl Scouts movie opens nationwide Aug. 7

Cathalena E. Burch

“Cookie Queens” explores “girlhood and capitalism and the ways that girls come of age,” through Girl Scout cookie sales.

Vincent Pastore, 'The Sopranos' star, dies at 80

Anthony Robledo USA Today

The actor was found dead at his home in the Bronx, New York, where he is from, on Saturday, his manager confirmed to USA Today.

Quartet inspired by Shakespeare to make Tucson debut

Cathalena E. Burch

Verona Quartet’s Tucson debut Sunday will retrace the history of the string quartet, from Scarlatti to Beethoven.

15 popular movies filmed in Arizona to add to your watch list

Dina Kaur Arizona Republic

From Forrest Gump to Star Wars, discover 15 iconic movies that used Arizona's deserts, highways and landmarks as unforgettable filming locations.

An ASU alum is getting attention on 'Love Island USA'

Dina Kaur, Arizona Republic USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

Hot new bombshells, including a recent ASU grad, have entered the villa and Casa Amor on Peacock's "Love Island USA" Season 8.

Tucson tiki film heading to Hollywood — sort of

Cathalena E. Burch

"Cabali and the Tiki Mug Obsession" lands in the Dances With Films fest, the ultimate indie film showcase being held in the heart of Hollywood in mid-June.

See the Arizona sets for iconic Western movies

Dina Kaur The Arizona Republic

From shootouts and saloons to barren desert landscapes and iconic red rocks, Arizona has been home to some of the most memorable scenes in Western films.

Summer 2026 movies: ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ ‘The Odyssey’ and more

It may not yet be summer on the calendar, but the summer movie season is nonetheless upon us. For those of us who remember happy summer afternoons spent munching popcorn at the nearest multiplex, here's a sampling of what's in store for the next few months on the big screen, organized by genre.

Light sabers and strings: Tucson Symphony to bring 'Star Wars' to life

Tucson Symphony Orchestra will perform John Williams' iconic score live while "Star Wars: A New Hope" shows on the screen at Linda Ronstadt Music Hall.

Tucson High is setting for UA student filmmaker's zombie apocalypse

Olivia Barnes spent four days at Tucson High Magnet filming 'When the World Went Quite," one of 16 films being screened at the U of A's 2026 "Magic Hour."

U of A's 'I Dream in Widescreen' brings out the stars, compelling stories

UA senior films delve into horror, the supernatural, a bird invasion, a Grandpa's secret, self-discovery in a VW and a politician getting a Gen Z makeover.

From “Speed” to Will Ferrell: Surprising Arizona Wildcats pop culture moments

As Arizona heads to the Final Four, here’s a look at unexpected Wildcats cameos in movies and TV — from Sandra Bullock’s iconic sweatshirt in “Speed” to appearances by Will Ferrell and more.

Tucson health guru Dr. Andrew Weil to premiere film about matcha, Japan's famous green tea

Dr. Andrew Weil traveled to Japan to make "Zen and the Art of Matcha," a documentary exploring the culture and history of Japan's popular green tea.

Showtime! Here's your full guide to Tucson's performing arts this spring

Who says there's nothing to do in Tucson? We have pop concerts, Broadway musicals, dramatic plays and classical music masterpieces coming our way this spring.