Today in African American history: Opera soprano Leontyne Price
Leontyne Price's recordings earned her numerous honors, including more than a dozen Grammy Awards.
Jon Stewart's exit as a phony newsman is a loss to real news
As a champion of enlightened phoniness in TV journalism, Stewart has proven himself to be one-of-a-kind, a fake who's unrivaled as the real deal.
"Two Days, One Night" is a film worth seeing
Sandra urgently struggles to get her job back by reversing a vote taken by her co-workers to continue working with one less worker and each receive a 1,000 euro bonus.
“Seven Days in May”: A movie you might have missed
Seven Days in May is a fine example of art that entertains but that also provides strong insight.
Colleen McCullough, 77: obit insults author, draws outrage
The shockingly sexist obituary drew a collective groan of disgust, and readers, fans, and activists alike took to Twitter to defend the memory of the celebrated author.
“10 Items or Less”: A movie you might have missed
The picture "10 Items or Less," from 2006, is the sort of gentle, insightful film I wish they made more of.
Everything old is old again: A word on remakes and sequels
There's no shortage of creativity out there. It's simply a matter of whether it's being repressed. And it is - in the interest of profit. Another effect of capitalism.
Book offers analysis on Communist International
The history of U.S. communism and the Communist Party, USA isn't an easy subject to write about.
“Billy Elliot”: Broadway musical meets proletarian drama
Combines a commercial, crowd-pleasing form of expression that also roots the characters and plot firmly in class conflict and consciousness.
"Afonya": a movie you might have missed
The "Afonya" story remains relatable and enjoyable today as well as being an interesting glimpse into the ups and downs of the Soviet experiment.
