Arts & Entertainment

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“The Big Fix” exposes BP oil disaster lies

In his film "The Big Fix," director Josh Tickell challenges the 'official version' of BP's story that all is well in the Gulf of Mexico after the spill.

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Upper meets lower

Which is actually stronger, a monopolistic-world-dominating corporation, young love, or gravity? The Hollywood answer is obvious, but this film isn't from California. It's French-Canadian.

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Movies you might have missed: "The Band's Visit"

The 2007 film The Band's Visit concerns the unexpected adventure experienced by an Egyptian ceremonial police band traveling to a small Israeli town where they have been invited to perform.

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History, Tarantino style: "Django Unchained"

"Django Unchained" takes a central tragedy of American history and re-imagines it as exploitation-film revenge fantasy.

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Movies you might have missed: Ace in the Hole

The corrupting influence of mass media in a capitalist society has been the focus of several films.

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Walking a mile in Barbara’s shoes

Andre is aware that East Germany has been following the orthodox Soviet model, one that doesn't, reflect the highest humanitarian principles of socialism.

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Movies you might have missed: “Storm Warning”

You would be remiss if you did not mention the 1951 film, Storm Warning, in which Reagan portrays a district attorney crusading against the Ku Klux Klan.

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Comics legend Alan Moore slams Hollywood, defends Occupy

Among fans of graphic novels and comics, Alan Moore has become a household name.

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Ten best book adaptations of 2012

One underestimates just how much books - ranging from paperbacks to comics to graphic novels - have an influence on what is seen on television and in film.

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Top ten films from 2012 progressives should see

Of course, there are many more than ten, but we should start somewhere.

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