From neo-realism to neo-liberalism: “Two Days, One Night”
The word "depression" indicates a downturn, and can refer to psychological or economic dimensions.
Sony emails show Hollywood still has a long way to go on racial equality
A lot of the focus with this ongoing story has been centered on North Korea, and the fate of "The Interview," yet the emails between those in power at the company have, once again, shone light on an ongoing problem with Hollywood: racism and lack of diversity.
Nasser '56: A movie you might have missed
It captures the moment in history of the nationalization of the International Maritime Company, which gave Egypt control over the Suez Canal.
"I Was Nineteen": Movies you might have missed
The 1968 film "I Was Nineteen" was written and directed by Konrad Wolf, who used the film to relate his experiences in the closing weeks of World War II.
F.I.S.T.: A movie you might have missed
In 1978, Sylvester Stallone was cast to portray a labor leader with a story remarkably similar to that of the late James R. Hoffa.
"The Chesapeake Bay Retriever": A shaggy dog mystery story
Blitzstein was a fine writer and critic, whose articles appeared several times in communist publications in the 30s and 40s when he was a Party member.
"Once Upon a Time, Veronica"
What's engrossing about this film is that it takes viewers behind the scenes into the psyche and soul of its protagonist, Veronica da Silva Fernandes (Hermila Guedes).
Movies you might have missed: "We’ll Live Till Monday"
This film is "an honest portrayal that also deals frankly with the complex human problems that are involved in molding the communist man and woman."
Florence of Suburbia: “The Vortex” in review
While "The Vortex" contains more than its fair share of sharp banter, it is also a powerful dramedy.
Television news criticized in "Nightcrawler"
Most of the reviews call "Nightcrawler" a gorefest, made-for-Halloween, shocker. But there's a lot more to it.
