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Here's what's happening in pop culture:

• The family drama "Manchester by the Sea" received the blessing of a major critics' group, as the National Board of Review named it the year's best film. [Entertainment Weekly]

• Hillary Clinton made a surprise appearance at a UNICEF gala in New York, to pay tribute to singer Katy Perry (who campaigned for the Democratic presidential candidate). [The Hollywood Reporter]

• Who's ready to cry? You might after watching the trailer for Lifetime's "Beaches" remake, with Idina Menzel and Nia Long playing the Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey roles. [The Huffington Post]