Culture
‘Bodyguard of Lies’ review: Afghanistan war documentary sheds light on corruption and propaganda
June 16, 2025“War! What is it good for? Absolutely nothing!” New film shows exactly why that chant has been a mainstay at peace protests for decades.
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‘The Phoenician Scheme’ review
June 13, 2025The thrilling film is about wealth, legacy, and an explicit critique of the Western status quo.
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Tribeca X explores complex intersection between culture, commodification, and storytelling
June 12, 2025Under capitalism, everything is a product—including culture. Creatives face that reality every time they seek out funding for their work.
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‘Sovereign’ review: Thrilling chiller exposes danger of extremism, trauma, and indoctrination
June 10, 2025This crime drama takes viewers on a tragic ride with a father-son duo on a collision course with ruin, telling a layered story with raw intensity and nuance.
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‘I Was Born This Way’ review: The LGBTQ 70s anthem and Black gay archbishop you never knew about
June 6, 2025The new documentary wants you to know more about Carl Bean’s life, legacy, and his impact on us all.
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