arts
“Carancho”: Film noir that can’t get much darker
May 13, 2011We know what corruption and film noir look like, though, and "Carancho" is a fine example.
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Common and hip hop are as American as apple pie
May 13, 2011Conservative media pundits and Republican extremists deliberately used Common's invitation by the White House to condemn the Obama administration.
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“Brothers of Bella”: vintage music with a red tinge
May 11, 2011Musically, "Brothers of Bella" is masterful, with rambunctious piano playing backed by accordion, bass, guitar, and drums. Yet the band doesn't stretch beyond the realm of classic music styles.
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“Thor” hammers away at box office
May 11, 2011Rather than coming off as corny and preposterous, Thor contains scenes that are grandiose and moving.
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Trapped in history: “Cave of Forgotten Dreams”
May 9, 2011In "Cave of Forgotten Dreams," Herzog adds a sometimes absurd, but always human, touch.
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