“Black Revolutionary” explores life of William Patterson and global freedom fight
In Gerald Horne's new book, "Black Revolutionary: William Patterson and the Globalization of the African American Freedom Struggle," we are privy to William L. Patterson's transformation from well-to-do lawyer to a revolutionary.
Thrills are alive with sound of Audra McDonald
Audra McDonald revealed herself as not only possessing a stellar soprano voice, but also a sparkling wit, winning personality and a strong social consciousness and conscience.
Horror movies with a conscience?
The movies that follow are fantasies based on real, immediate, contemporary threats.
"The Lion in Winter" delivers royal drama with rip-roaring wit
John Rafter Lee and Diane Hurley deliver bravura turns as the title character and his imprisoned, estranged wife Eleanor.
“Do You Dream in Color? Insights from a Girl Without Sight”
"My purpose is to be an artist, educator, responsible tax-paying citizen, and a contributing member to society who just so happens to be blind."
Take heart in struggle for freedom, see “12 Years a Slave”
Based on a narrative written by Northrup in 1853, the film takes you inside slavery, from the slaves' point of view.
“In Organic We Trust” exposes falsely organic foods
Many food items claiming to be organic really are not, says Kip Pastor, who puts the U.S. food industry under a microscope in this well made, engrossing documentary.
Great outer space “Gravity” and other film pleasures
I must start with the most stunning, a 3D film that had me jumping and falling out of my seat throughout the entire exasperating journey.
Cutting-edge films bring Middle East headlines to life
Last month's Toronto International Film Festival featured, among its 146 world premieres from 70 countries, cutting-edge films from the greater Middle East - the cutting edge of not only technology but coverage of critical world events.
“The Summit:” Adventure, death, jaw-dropping cinematography
The Summit provokes many questions, but should appeal to aficionados of adventure (in particular mountaineering).
