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.
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.
"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.
“From Spring to Summer”: A movie you might have missed
The Korean people suffered mightily under the cruel occupation of imperialist Japan. That sad reality is brought to life in this well constructed war picture.
“Selma” will inspire you
A chronicle of Martin Luther King's campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery.
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.
The life of jazz great Will Connell to be celebrated in New York City
The four-day program is called the "Will Connell Memorial Week: Celebrating the Life and Music of the Heart and Soul of Downtown."
Brad Pitt fires last shot in “Fury”
The film does boast some excellent performances, but by the second half, the script turns utterly preposterous.
Eye in the Sky: Surveillance and the art of Arnold Mesches
The manuscripts in question: Mesches' FBI file, 1945 to 1972; Arny, as he calls himself, is 91.
In "The Decent One," Heinrich Himmler: Dedicated family man
This haunting film, now in theaters, recently won the best documentary award at the Jerusalem Film Festival.
