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“Project Nim”: Gripping film poses tough questions
July 26, 2011Project Nim takes the viewer on a journey through the life of Nim Chimpsky, with a less than stellar outcome for science and, sadly, for Nim.
Read moreHarry Potter and the tide of history
July 26, 2011Viewing the story only as a well-written parable of becoming an adult misses a lot - humanity itself came of age in the 20th century.
Read moreHerman Cain’s peculiar politics
July 25, 2011Perhaps in an effort to show off his conservative potential, Cain has made a string of controversial comments.
Read moreIn John Sayles’ “Amigo” God was busy somewhere else
July 25, 2011John Sayles has done us a service in detailing the day-to-day events in a small village occupied by American troops.
Read moreWorth a trip: Berkshire diary
July 25, 2011Berkshire County is a storied vacation spot year-round, but especially in this season; the summer home of the Boston Symphony is here at Tanglewood; nearby is Jacob's Pillow, a seasonal dance festival.
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