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Are We the Good Guys Again?
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Monday 01 December 2008 - 16:52 PM 
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Did you know that certain conspiracy theorists view the Washington Monument as the sign of the Devil?
Creasing the Celluloid Ceiling: More Female Roles on TV
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Tuesday 09 September 2008 - 05:08 AM 0 Comments
A greater percentage of TV characters are female, a new study notes, but it's still mostly guys offstage.
Film Critics: A Boys' Club
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Tuesday 22 July 2008 - 14:19 PM 0 Comments
The New York Times, Los Angeles Times and the Associated Press all have female movie reviewers, but don’t let that fool you: Film criticism in the nation’s newspapers remains “largely a male enterprise,” according to a new study.
'Wall-E:' Critique that Transcends Ideology
Written by: Tom Jacobs, Monday 07 July 2008 - 15:27 PM 0 Comments
Science fiction stories are often allegories, so it’s no surprise that political commentators have joined movie critics in critiquing the popular new Pixar film “Wall-E.” But while the ambitious, awe-inspiring animated feature has much on its mind, its underlying themes don’t fit neatly on any ideological spectrum.
A/V Heritage In the Country But Not Out to Pasture
Written by: Barbara Hesselgrave, Tuesday 13 May 2008 - 05:00 AM 0 Comments
The Library of Congress' country home provides a nuclear blast-proof refuge for America's celluloid and audio treasures.
Will Someone Get the Lights? Preserving Home Movies
Written by: Barbara Hesselgrave, Thursday 01 May 2008 - 15:40 PM 0 Comments
While watching home movies may be one definition of tedium, all those birthday parties and graduations are the history the books left out.
Films: Preserving 'Everyday People' History
Written by: Barbara Hesselgrave, Wednesday 23 April 2008 - 11:38 AM 0 Comments
Celluloid archaeologists are striving to preserve a fast-decaying historical resource and, at the same time, show the world what they've got.
Talent One Variable in Oscar Race
Written by: William Yelles, Tuesday 22 January 2008 - 20:16 PM 0 Comments
A study of Academy Award-eligible films spanning 78 years points to predictable recipients of the coveted Oscar nod.
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