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As a columnist for The New York Times, Frank Rich writes about the intersection of culture and news. His pieces -- often touching on politics, religion and the arts -- are a fixture of the paper's Sunday editions.

Ron Howard's latest film Cinderella Man tells the story of James Braddock -- but doesn't share the boxer's confidence. The real Braddock believed enough in himself to accomplish miracles in the ring, notes Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan. But the movie lacks faith in the audience, which undercuts its ability to deliver complete satisfaction.

Film critic David Edelstein reviews Mad Hot Ballroom, a new documentary about 11-year-old kids who compete in a New York City ballroom dance competition.

Day to Day television critic Andrew Wallenstein reviews Over There, a war drama premiering tonight on the FX channel that follows the lives of GIs fighting in Iraq.

Film critic David Edelstein reviews War of the Worlds, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Cruise. Edelstein calls the movie "a masterpiece," combining momentous special effects with a subtle depiction of the human struggle.

Slate contributor Dana Stevens offers her opinion about Inside TV, a new publication by TV Guide targeted specifically at women.

Film critic David Edelstein reviews Crash, a new film by writer-director Paul Haggis. The movie's ensemble cast includes Brendan Fraser, Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillon, Thandie Newton and hip-hop artist Ludacris.

Hip-hop star Chris "Ludacris" Bridges and actor Larenz Tate play key characters in the new film Crash, a meditation on race and prejudice that's already gotten a lot of award buzz. The two talk about their own experiences confronting racism in Los Angeles.

Michele Norris talks with actor John Leguizamo, who stars in Cronicas. Leguizamo plays a Miami-based journalist working in rural Ecuador. Although the film is in Spanish, he switches throughout the film between English and Spanish.

Film critic David Edelstein reviews Me and You and Everyone We Know, starring performance artist Miranda July.