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Maggie Gyllenhaal on directing "The Lost Daughter"

Oscar-nominated actress (and movie buff) Maggie Gyllenhaal is now at the helm, as director of her first feature, a psychological thriller called "The Lost Daughter," that is already winning awards. She talked with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil about a story that tells both uncomfortable and liberating truths regarding motherhood, and of embarking on a whole new career.

The outspoken Fran Lebowitz

Most writers write; Fran Lebowitz talks. The opinionated essayist and raconteur sits down with correspondent Mo Rocca to discuss the reaction of her parents to her outspoken manner; why she still smokes; and her thoughts on gay marriage.

Answering Santa Claus' mail

For more than 90 years, letters from across the globe have found their way to the post office in Santa Claus, Indiana, where teams of elves write back. Correspondent Nancy Giles reports.

The personal mission of Rep. Ritchie Torres

The 15th Congressional District in New York's South Bronx – the poorest district in the country – is represented by Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres, for whom fighting to support the social safety net isn't partisan; it's personal. CBS News' John Dickerson talks with Torres, the first Afro-Latino gay representative, about his journey – from growing up in public housing to working the halls of Congress.

Passage: In memoriam

"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Michael Nesmith, a member of the 1960s rock band The Monkees.

Nature: Pronghorn antelope

"Sunday Morning" takes us among pronghorn antelope at play near Virginia City in Montana. Videographer: Brad Markel.

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Hosted by Lee Cowan.

Gallery: Notable Deaths in 2021

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

Web excl.: Sundance returns to Park City, Utah – and also to a laptop or VR device near you

The 2022 festival lineup includes 82 features from 28 countries (nearly half by first-time directors), and a slate of streaming and virtual reality presentations accessible from anywhere. Check out our preview.