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4 • June 2 - 8, 2019 • Brainerd Dispatch By Shona Dustan TV Media NEW ON NETFLIX: "Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City" Olympia Dukakis ("Steel Magnolias," 1989) and Laura Linney ("Ozark") first stepped into the roles of Anna Madrigal and Mary Ann Singleton more than 25 years ago. The 1993 miniseries "Tales of the City" told the story of how Mary Ann came to live on Barbary Lane in San Francisco, while 1998's "More Tales of the City" and 2001's "Further Tales of the City" expanded upon the stories of Anna, Mary Ann and their colorful friends and neighbors. Now both award-winning actresses are back for a fourth time in "Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City," premiering Friday, June 7, on Netflix. This time, Mary Ann returns to Barbary Lane many years after leaving her home and her family to pursue a career. Ellen Page ("The Umbrella Academy") plays Mary Ann's daughter, Shawna, while Paul Gross ("Due South") reprises the role of Brian Hawkins, Shawna's father and Mary Ann's ex-husband. Murray Bartlett ("Looking") also re- turns as Mouse. As you may have sur- mised, the enduring series is based on the "Tales of the City" novels by Armistead Maupin, and the author himself is an executive producer this time around. "Designated Survivor" (Season 3) Netflix has saved yet another series from extinction. This one was can- celed by ABC after two seasons, but a dedicated fanbase, a talented cast and a compelling premise helped convince the streamer to give it an- other chance. The show follows Presi- dent Tom Kirkman, a dedicated civil servant who suddenly found himself President of the United States after a devastating attack on the Capitol wiped out most of Congress and the Senate. Kirkman is intelligent and kind, and he has no agenda but a de- sire to do the right thing, which both endears him to staff and constituents and infuriates rivals. Kirkman has been through a lot since his sudden swearing in, including the death of his wife, deadly conspiracies and many political gaffes, but the Season 2 finale saw him declare to the nation his intent to run for another term. If you've never seen it, you can watch the first two seasons of Netflix now, and jump into Season 3 when it pre- mieres Friday, June 7. "I Am Mother" This sci-fi thriller stars Clara Rugaard ("Still Star-Crossed") as a young woman who was raised by a nur- turing robot. She is known only as Daughter, while the robot is known as Mother, and they live in a facil- ity cut off from the outside world. According to Mother, a deadly con- tagion wiped out much of humanity and made the world unlivable, which is why Daughter is not able to leave their home. When a stranger known only as Woman (Hilary Swank, "Mil- lion Dollar Baby," 2004) breaks into the facility, Daughter is shocked to learn that there was no contagion, and that droids just like Mother are the cause of the apocalypse outside their door. It's a terrifying game of "who do you trust?" and Daughter must uncover the truth about both Mother and Woman in order to make the right choice. The movie premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in Janu- ary to positive reviews, and you can stream it starting Friday, June 7. "3%" (Season 3) This dystopian Brazilian series fol- lows a group of survivors in a harsh world where, once a year, 20-year- olds have a chance to complete a series of tests called "The Process." If they pass these tests, they're allowed to leave their barren home and live "offshore," which, we're told, is a virtual paradise. Only three percent of applicants pass the tests, and many die trying or are killed when they fail. It's an edge-of-your-seat thriller full of intrigue, betrayal, romance and action, and you can stream Season 3 starting Friday, June 7. NEW ON AMAZON PRIME: "Jonas Brothers: Chasing Hap- piness" As you may have heard, the Jonas Brothers are back together, and on Tuesday, June 4, you can stream this documentary that delves into the ups and downs of the brothers' lives and careers. Joe, Nick and Kevin Jonas talk candidly about why they split up in 2013, and how they overcame ob- stacles, rebuilt their relationships and ultimately found happiness. Other members of the Jonas family are fea- tured as well, including Kevin's wife, Danielle, and the famous wives of Joe and Nick, Sophie Turner ("Game of Thrones") and Priyanka Chopra ("Quantico"), respectively. NEW ON HULU: "The Handmaid's Tale" (Season 3) The much-anticipated third installment of this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning series lands Wednesday, June 5, and after June's (Elisabeth Moss, "Top of the Lake") sudden and unexpected decision in the Season 2 finale, fans have been eagerly awaiting the show's return. Just as she was about to escape Gil- ead with her daughter, June decided to stay behind, and her reasons are as selfless as they come: she's going to start a resistance movement. It's an exciting development that allows us to keep following the arcs of Serena (Yvonne Strahovski, "Chuck"), Fred (Joseph Fiennes, "American Horror Story"), Nick (Max Minghella,"The Mindy Project") and the other ir- resistible characters of this dystopian world, and Moss is spectacular, as always. "Into the Dark: They Come Knocking" The latest installment of this chilling series premieres Friday, June 7, and it's just as terrifying as the films that came before it. Clayne Crawford ("Lethal Weapon") stars as Nathan, a widower and father who takes his two daughters on a road trip. Things get hairy when the family is set upon by a number of horrifying supernatu- ral beings. Murray Bartlett and Laura Linney in a scene from "Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City" Kiefer Sutherland as seen in "Designated Survivor" 15811 Audubon Way, Baxter 218-822-2888 Locally Owned & Operated Fresh Burger & Steaks Kabobs • 40+ Varieties of Brats GRILLIN' CENTRAL Kick Off Your Summer Here! $5 OFF $25 Purchase Expires June 14, 2019 Baxter Location Only Original Coupons only, no digital or reproductions accepted. One Coupon per purchase, per household "...e New Old-Fashioned Meat Market" Call 218-568-4673 to schedule a tour! 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