Remembering master of the TV sitcom, James Burrows
We remember one of the most sought-after directors in television, James Burrows. He died June 19 at age 85. Burrows worked on many classic sitcoms including ‘Taxi,’ ‘Frasier,’ ‘Friends,’ ‘Will and Grace’ and ‘Cheers.' He was known for his comedic instincts, his visual style, and for insisting the comedy be believable. Burrows spoke with Terry Gross in 2006. Also, we hear an appreciation from TV critic and historian David Bianculli.
Film critic Justin Chang reviews ‘The Invite,’ starring Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde.
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Film critic Justin Chang reviews ‘The Invite,’ starring Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde.
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2026-06-26
47 min
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