Pierce says he's motivated by the "ticking clock of mortality" — and the desire to challenge himself as an actor. He's currently starring in the Shakespeare Theatre Company production of Othello.

(Image credit: Teresa Castracane)

Pierce says he's motivated by the "ticking clock of mortality" — and the desire to challenge himself as an actor. He's currently starring in the Shakespeare Theatre Company production of Othello.

(Image credit: Teresa Castracane)

"Toy Story 5" brought in more than $160 million domestically over its first weekend. The movie, however, raises issues about how much screen time is too much for kids.

"Toy Story 5" brought in more than $160 million domestically over its first weekend. The movie, however, raises issues about how much screen time is too much for kids.

What makes a dad movie? Two NPR movie-loving fathers talk about the classics and the films they hope their children will love.

What makes a dad movie? Two NPR movie-loving fathers talk about the classics and the films they hope their children will love.

Homophobia lives, and stalks, in Adrian Chiarella's debut feature.