Arts – Page 175 – People's World

Has “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” suited up for failure?

September 30, 2013 By Blake Skylar

The show is interesting in that it offers a behind-the-curtain look at this fantastical world of heroes. But in many ways, it may have missed its mark.

“Awake and Sing!”: Classic proletarian theater, so timely

September 27, 2013 By Ed Rampell

Newcomers to the work of Clifford Odets, the Group Theatre's greatest dramatist, as well as longtime fans familiar with this avatar of proletarian theater, are in for a treat at North Hollywood's Lonny Chapman Theatre.

Films depict Palestinians’ tragedy, humanity

September 27, 2013 By Bill Meyer

TORONTO - There's a definite increase of films by and about Palestinians being shown around the world, and several were shown at the Toronto International Film Festival this year.

Must-see film “Inequality For All” opens Sept. 27

September 26, 2013 By ILCA

The focus though is on the facts, such as the U.S. being the nearly most wealth-unequal country in the world.

From Mandela to Philomena at Chicago Film Festival

September 24, 2013 By Bill Meyer

In its 49th season, the Chicago International Film Festival is the longest-running competitive film festival in North America. With over 150 titles from over 50 countries, there is a wealth of films to choose from for...