Culture
‘Chevalier’: A Black French composer’s story returns from oblivion in new film
May 2, 2023I give this film high marks, not because it’s so historical faithful (we’ve seen why) but because it takes an obscure subject and makes it enjoyably palatable.
Read moreCine Liberación: The revolutionary cinema we need
April 28, 2023Pablo Navarrete recalls the achievements of Third Cinema in Argentina and Cuba for the sake of socialist filmmakers today.
Read more‘Pamela: A Love Story’ tackles media sexism and questions of agency, consent
April 27, 2023Often, when people think of Pamela Anderson, they only envision a busty Baywatch blonde. A new Netflix documentary shows there’s much more to the actress.
Read moreREVIEW: Depressing ‘Beau is Afraid’ saved by biting, dark comedy and great performances
April 26, 2023If you’re looking for uplifting cinema, then Beau is Afraid will not be for you.
Read moreHarry Belafonte—Giant of the arts and the struggle for justice and democracy
April 26, 2023Speaking of himself, Belafonte said he was “an activist who became an artist: I was not an artist who became an activist.”
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