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How punk rock and MTV inspired opera composer Missy Mazzoli

"Lincoln in the Bardo," based on George Saunders' novel, is the first opera composed by a woman to premiere at the Metropolitan Opera. Missy Mazzoli talks about its creation, and the influence that punk rock and music videos had on her work.

CBS News · Oct 25
"Lincoln in the Bardo" composer Missy Mazzoli

Composer Missy Mazzoli is the first woman ever to have an opera premiered by the Metropolitan Opera. Based on the award-winning novel by George Saunders, Mazzoli and librettist Royce Vavrek's "Lincoln in the Bardo" depicts Abraham Lincoln mourning his 11-year-old son, Willie, whose passing has led the young boy to a threshold place between the living and the dead. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with Mazzoli about the opera and the influence that punk rock and music videos had on her work.

CBS News · Oct 25
"The Mosquito Bowl" and the human cost of war

Director Peter Berg discusses his new film, the true story of All-American football stars who volunteered for the Marines and fought in the Battle of Okinawa, the last and costliest World War II battle in the Pacific.

CBS News · Oct 25
"The Mosquito Bowl" and the human cost of war

The new Netflix film "The Mosquito Bowl" recounts the true story of All-American football stars who volunteered for the Marines following Pearl Harbor – and fought in the Battle of Okinawa, the last and costliest World War II battle in the Pacific. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with director Peter Berg ("Friday Night Lights") about translating the story of young men trained for war to the screen.

CBS News · Oct 25
Passage: In memoriam

"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actor Tom Skerritt, known for such films as "Top Gun," "Alien," and "Steel Magnolias," and the TV series "Picket Fences."

CBS News · Oct 25
Extended interview: Parker Posey

In this web exclusive, actress Parker Posey ("Party Girl," "The White Lotus," "Wild Horse Nine") talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about her movie and TV career, during which she was dubbed "Queen of the Indies."

CBS News · Oct 25
The unforgettable Parker Posey

In the 1990s actress Parker Posey became a breakout star in independent films like "Party Girl," and was dubbed "The Queen of the Indies." Recently she earned an Emmy nomination for "The White Lotus," and is featured in the new Martin McDonagh film "Wild Horse Nine." She talks with correspondent (and fellow summer theater school classmate) Mo Rocca about her Southern upbringing, and how her parents inspired her acting.

CBS News · Oct 25
Almanac: October 25

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

CBS News · Oct 25
10/25: Sunday Morning

Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The mystery of Houdini's death; actress Parker Posey; "Lincoln in the Bardo" composer Missy Mazzoli; "ghost signs" from the past; Israeli elections; and the Tower of London's ravenmaster.

CBS News · Oct 25
Why Are We All So Thirsty For Reality TV Again?

"Dancing With the Stars" is breaking voting records even after 35 seasons, cringe "Love Is Blind" clips are breaking the internet, and "Love Island" is still breaking hearts week after week. It seems we are having a reality TV renaissance. But what's behind it? Are we yearning for people to be "real" and "messy" in an online world so otherwise polished? Or are we falling for a trap? Is reality TV the furthest thing from reality of all? Vlad and Kelly are breaking it down in the very first episode of Straight Up. We love a good cocktail on this show, but please drink responsibly: this content is for listeners 21 and over, so know your limits, enjoy in moderation, and always plan a safe ride home. (Sponsored by Ketel One Vodka)

CBS News · Oct 23