cinema

Alice in Blunderland: “The Dance of Death” and war between the sexes

November 7, 2014 By Ed Rampell

This production of the Swedish playwright August Strindberg's 1900 "The Dance of Death," now playing in Pasadena, is expertly acted and directed.

From Congo to North Dakota, films examine the human condition

June 2, 2014 By Bill Meyer

Several films screened at the recent 2014 Tribeca Film Festival deal with the search for peace and justice, or for truth and understanding. They offer much valuable food for thought.

“The Summit:” Adventure, death, jaw-dropping cinematography

October 9, 2013 By Ed Rampell

The Summit provokes many questions, but should appeal to aficionados of adventure (in particular mountaineering).

A feast of films from Traverse City Film Festival

August 29, 2013 By Bill Meyer

Another film feast for discerning viewers of progressive cinema has come to an end; here's the round up.

Today in labor history: Paul Robeson born

April 9, 2013 By Special to People’s World

On April 8, 1898 singer, actor, civil rights and labor leader, peace activist and athlete Paul Robeson was born.