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Women with 'Vote, Vote, Vote' signs

In 1926, women had been voting for less than a decade—and not all women were allowed to vote. Here's what voting was like in 1926, from the machines to rigged literacy tests and more.

Eden Gordon
Jones as Gladys Grainier and Joel Edgerton as Robert Grainier in ‘Train Dreams.’

With thousands of films at your fingertips, browsing the Netflix catalog can feel like a full-time job. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, let us help. From Academy Award winners to family favorites, the streamer has something for everyone.

Jake Rossen, Natalie Zamora


Portrait Of David Lynch In Front Of Packard

The filmmaker's work was anything but predictable—but his daily habits, which included meditation and the same meals for months at a time, were the foundation of his creativity.

Eden Gordon