Culture
Book offers analysis on Communist International
January 26, 2015The history of U.S. communism and the Communist Party, USA isn't an easy subject to write about.
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“Billy Elliot”: Broadway musical meets proletarian drama
January 23, 2015Combines a commercial, crowd-pleasing form of expression that also roots the characters and plot firmly in class conflict and consciousness.
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“Afonya”: a movie you might have missed
January 23, 2015The "Afonya" story remains relatable and enjoyable today as well as being an interesting glimpse into the ups and downs of the Soviet experiment.
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Nursing home workers write their stories with “Loving Hands”
January 22, 2015"With Our Loving Hands: 1199 NE Nursing Home Workers Tell their Story" is an unusual book for several reasons.
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“From Spring to Summer”: A movie you might have missed
January 16, 2015The Korean people suffered mightily under the cruel occupation of imperialist Japan. That sad reality is brought to life in this well constructed war picture.
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