Today in history: Musicians targeted in anti-Communist witch-hunt
On June 22, 1950, renowned musicians/performers Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Lena Horne, Pete Seeger and Artie Shaw were labeled as suspected "Communist sympathizers" in the infamous publication "Red Channels."
“The Revolutionary” - an American in China’s Communist Party
This is the story of a civil rights activist and union organizer who became a linguist, went to China after World War II, and joined the Chinese Communist revolution.
"Prometheus" - The return of smart sci-fi
The storytelling approach here was very cerebral, which instantly makes "Prometheus" a candidate for the best science fiction film seen in several years.
Good summer movies: Moonrise, Marigold, Bernie, Hysteria
Moviegoers can take their pick of several good light-hearted films as the summer season begins. Each of these four has something to say and says it well.
The Agonist’s “Prisoners” packs a socially conscious punch
Animal rights and environmental activists are suddenly snapping to attention in the face of this once-misunderstood music.
Ray Bradbury: an American imagination
If ever there were a talent worthy of high regard, this gentle cauldron of imagination seems a figure that ought to be regarded as a national treasure.
“Chernobyl Diaries” are best left unread
"Chernobyl Diaries" seems to casually abuse the real-life story behind the abandoned city of Pripiat for the sake of a few scares.
