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TV Review: “When You’re Strange: A Film About the Doors” (PBS American Masters)
You probably decided whether you are going to watch the latest installment of the great PBS series American Masters tonight when you saw the title. Because when it comes to the Doors, opinion is
Read More »TV Review: “Sam Cooke: Crossing Over” American Masters (PBS)
Maybe it’s because I’ve read Peter Guralnick’s comprehensive 2005 Sam Cooke biography Dream Boogie: The Triumph of Sam Cooke that the newest entry in the generally wonderful PBS series American Masters, Sam Cooke –
Read More »TV Review: “Secrets of the Dead: Mumbai Massacre”
Exactly one year ago, ten terrorists from the Jihadist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (Army of the Pure) sailed from Pakistan to India. Their goal was to attack that country’s financial and culture heart, Mumbai. They were
Read More »TV Review: “Independent Lens – No Subtitles Necessary: Laszlo & Vilmos”
The latest installment of the vaunted PBS series Independent Lens is No Subtitles Necessary: Laszlo & Vilmos. The documentary about the legendary Hungarian cinematographers debuts this week around the country. Check your local listings
Read More »Television Review: “Secrets of the Dead: The Airmen and the Headhunters”
The Airmen and the Headhunters is the most recent entry in the PBS series Secrets of the Dead, which has been running for nine years on the network. The documentary tells the little-known story
Read More »DVD Review: “Make ‘Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America”
I’m a sucker for thoughtful, informative documentaries that focus on how entertainment is shaped and how it shapes the popular culture. Comedy often reflects a country’s mood, with comedians taking aim at those who
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