We study history in order to understand the past, particularly its traumas, so we will not perpetuate them; yet how can we avoid our mistakes when we hardly acknowledge the impact of the ones we have already made? If the past months have revealed anything, we see the wounds that still seep from our country’s side, wounds that many were convinced had been closed—or did not exist at all.
That, in part, is what makes Toni Morrison’s Beloved so horrifying. On one hand, it’s an eerie and tragic ghost story; on the other, a look at slavery that is far more brutal and honest than any history book. Both perspectives combine to create a brilliant, harrowing classic of American literature, one whose truth we must acknowledge. *Those who have not read the book, be warned: there are light spoilers ahead.*
Beloved begins with Sethe and her daughter,...
That, in part, is what makes Toni Morrison’s Beloved so horrifying. On one hand, it’s an eerie and tragic ghost story; on the other, a look at slavery that is far more brutal and honest than any history book. Both perspectives combine to create a brilliant, harrowing classic of American literature, one whose truth we must acknowledge. *Those who have not read the book, be warned: there are light spoilers ahead.*
Beloved begins with Sethe and her daughter,...
- 3/17/2017
- by Ben Larned
- DailyDead
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President Donald Trump and members of his administration are feeling the wrath of the Irish after a series of culturally insensitive moments during Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny’s annual St. Patrick’s Day-timed visit to Washington.
Kenny, who had previously criticized Trump for his “racist and dangerous” language, followed through with the traditional trip on Thursday, despite a petition from nearly 40,000 people who demanded he cancel.
With his staff and more than 20 Irish reporters by his side, the prime minister (called a “Taoiseach” in the Irish language) participated in a day of events — including a luncheon at the U.
Kenny, who had previously criticized Trump for his “racist and dangerous” language, followed through with the traditional trip on Thursday, despite a petition from nearly 40,000 people who demanded he cancel.
With his staff and more than 20 Irish reporters by his side, the prime minister (called a “Taoiseach” in the Irish language) participated in a day of events — including a luncheon at the U.
- 3/17/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
We’re back with another edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting recent independent horror news sent our way. Today’s feature includes new details on Found Footage 3D and Mania, photos from Refuge and a poster from Fetish Factory, release dates announced for Skypemare, Soulmate, and The Inside, a trailer for When Black Birds Fly and Zombie Hood, and more:
New Details on Found Footage 3D: “…the producers of upcoming horror film Found Footage 3D announced the launch of their Indiegogo campaign to obtain additional funding for post-production and marketing expenses.
Produced by Kim Henkel, co-creator of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Found Footage 3D tells the story of a group of filmmakers who set out to make “the first 3D found-footage horror film,” but find themselves in a found-footage horror film when the evil entity from their movie escapes into their behind-the-scenes footage.
“What Scream did for slasher films,...
New Details on Found Footage 3D: “…the producers of upcoming horror film Found Footage 3D announced the launch of their Indiegogo campaign to obtain additional funding for post-production and marketing expenses.
Produced by Kim Henkel, co-creator of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Found Footage 3D tells the story of a group of filmmakers who set out to make “the first 3D found-footage horror film,” but find themselves in a found-footage horror film when the evil entity from their movie escapes into their behind-the-scenes footage.
“What Scream did for slasher films,...
- 10/19/2014
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
Washington, March 14: A new study has revealed that social ties affect who wins certain Hollywood movie awards.
The research done by University of Pennsylvania found that awards given by peers more often go to people who are heavily embedded in the "core" of the social network and these core members have many social ties to others in the film industry.
Researchers revealed that critics show no favoritism toward core members and may even prefer those on the periphery of the industry.
Sociology professor Paul D. Allison said that sociological theory suggests that the process of 'making it' in any field depends not.
The research done by University of Pennsylvania found that awards given by peers more often go to people who are heavily embedded in the "core" of the social network and these core members have many social ties to others in the film industry.
Researchers revealed that critics show no favoritism toward core members and may even prefer those on the periphery of the industry.
Sociology professor Paul D. Allison said that sociological theory suggests that the process of 'making it' in any field depends not.
- 3/14/2014
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
John Krasinski has stepped behind the camera for a series of branded shorts. The Office funnyman has teamed with Bud Light to direct Hold My Beer, a campaign based off an Internet meme. Each Hold My Beer video features a bunch of dudes who give their friends the titular instruction before trying something ridiculous, such as supercharged pushups or time travel. Bud Light's plan, apparently, is to use the shorts to help move the brand away from the lowbrow humor often featured in its ads and toward a classier style. As Bud Light VP of Us Marketing Paul D. Chibe told the New York Times, the videos are meant to “make Bud Light humor more relevant and more contemporary.” The Hold My Beer videos are inspired by a meme that is particularly popular on Reddit. It features photos, videos, and gifs of unwise stunts, which often (but not always) end in hilarious failure.
- 12/2/2013
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
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