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|  | If you’re seeking some good old-fashioned escapism, there are plenty of new viewing options this week, from a raucous comedy to a sci-fi-tinged TV drama. Whatever you choose, happy viewing! | | Quick links: | |
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|  | | Graduate by Hilton New York |
| The Vibe: Historic Charm
The Location: New York, NY
Luxury Accommodations:
As the first (and only) hotel on New York City’s Roosevelt Island, Graduate by Hilton is a modern spectacle with a historic charm. Sitting on the grounds of Cornell Tech’s campus, the Graduate Hotel’s lobby walls are lined with 25,000 old textbooks, a nod to the academic atmosphere that surrounds the property. Each of the 224 guest rooms blend modern amenities with futuristic design elements.
Instaworthy Activities:
Situated in the middle of the East River, Graduate by Hilton has breathtaking views of both Manhattan and Queens, making it the ideal spot to capture panoramas of both boroughs. Start your adventures with a ride on the Roosevelt Island Tramway for easy access to Central Park and all of Manhattan’s attractions. In the afternoon, grab cocktails at the Graduate’s crown jewel, Panorama Room, a stunning rooftop bar with skyline views you can't get anywhere else. | 
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| | | | To keep costs down, the female star of this thriller wore clothes from her own closet.When the father of the male lead of this movie saw his sex scene with the female star, he allegedly said, “That’s my boy!”Filmed in just 25 days. | | Answer in footer |
| |  | | | September 5 | | The 1972 hostage crisis gets the prestige drama treatment in this critically acclaimed awards contender about the ABC broadcasters trying to figure out how to cover international news when they thought they’d just be talking about the Olympics. | | More details |
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| | | One of Them Days | | Keke Palmer and SZA star in this addition to the “One Crazy Day” subgenre of comedies as roommates who must come up with their rent ASAP before being evicted. In theaters Jan. 17. | | More details |
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| | | Severance | | Personally, the thought of never taking your work home with you sounds wildly appealing, but that is not the case in this high-concept Apple TV+ series starring Adam Scott, back for more creepy office drama Jan. 17. | | More details |
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| | | Back in Action | | Jamie Foxx lured Cameron Diaz out of retirement to make this Netflix action comedy about retired married spies who have to jump back into the game when their new identities are exposed. Streams Jan. 17. | | More details |
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| | | Wolf Man | | From the director who made Invisible Man into a psychological thriller comes a new take on werewolf movies starring Julia Garner and Christopher Abbott. In theaters Jan. 17. | | More details |
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| | | Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy | | Put down the TikTok explainer videos and sit down with something (a little) more substantial with this new doc, which will likely be light on names but heavy on context. Premieres on Peacock Jan. 15. | | More details |
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| | | |  | | Cassandra | | "Cassandra sees all, Cassandra hears all, Cassandra is everywhere." If fears of an AI robot taking over your home keep you up at night, then the Netflix sci-fi series Cassandra, which debuts on Feb. 6, is for you (unless you don’t want more nightmare fuel). | | View trailer |
| | | | | | The Boy Next Door came out on this day in 2015, starring Jennifer Lopez and Ryan Guzman. Click here to see where to stream it. |
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