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'Saving Brinton' chronicles discovery of film raritiesIn 1981, Mike Zahs bought the boxed artifacts of Frank and Indiana Brinton, two barnstorming Iowa show people who, in the late 19th and early 20th century, projected early movies and staged magic acts all across the heartland.
While watching 'En el Séptimo Día,' viewers rejoice in the hopes of immigrantsThe film – the title means 'On the Seventh Day' in Spanish – is an unassuming charmer about a hot-button subject.
Top Picks: Parquet Courts' 'Wide Awake,' the Smithsonian Channel's 'The Pacific War in Color,' and moreYou can use the Ramblr app to share information about your outdoor sojourn, hear from those who are responsible for some of today’s most famous companies in NPR’s podcast How I Built This with Guy Raz, and more top picks.
First LookBrie Larson pushes for film criticism diversity at awards showWinners at the Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards took the opportunity to advocate for diversity both in front of and behind the camera.
In a WordSo many words to talk about electionsThere are so many wonderful campaign words, I feel as if I could go on forever – just like campaign season.
Take me outside the ball gameHow newlyweds with dueling team loyalties were united by a ballpark.
By The People festival seeks to bring people togetherNonprofit Halcyon is partnering with dozens of Washington-based arts organizations, local businesses, and government agencies for the arts takeover of the city, which will include everything from visual arts installations, an augmented reality art hunt, and high-profile speakers to a range of musical performances, with most events being free.
What are you watching? Readers recommend 'Deutschland 83,' 'Heartland'Monitor TV and movie fans share what they've been watching lately.
First LookSocial issues take center stage at Tony AwardsThough attacks against President Trump made headlines, many award winners used their podium time to talk about the ways people can find common humanity and self-acceptance.
What our critic thinks the Tony Awards noms got right – and what they missedI've been following the Tony Awards for many years now. I always have strong opinions and this year is no exception.
Top Picks: Ray LaMontagne’s 'Part of the Light,' the podcast 'Giants of History,' and more top picksPodcast fans will find it easier to indulge in their favorite pastime with the Downcast app, one of the most acclaimed movie musicals of all time, West Side Story, is returning to theaters on June 24 and 27, and more top picks.
First LookCelebrity chef Anthony Bourdain's death sheds light on US suicide ratesThe death of two major American cultural figures – Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain – within one week has raised awareness and concerns about heightening suicide rates in the United States.
'Ocean's 8' has some spark and dazzleSandra Bullock plays Debbie, the sister of master con man Danny Ocean (who was played by George Clooney). Debbie’s assemblage of her crack team for a jewel heist has its sly amusements.
'Mister Rogers' documentary 'Won’t You Be My Neighbor?' is full of sentiment, affectionIn some not-quite-definable way, the film itself is all of a piece with Fred Rogers’s principled gentleness.
What are you watching? Readers recommend 'Rake,' 'Wallander'Monitor TV and movie fans share what they've been watching lately.
In a WordBending over backward to be wrongAs the term 'prestige construction' hints, hypercorrection is intimately bound up with issues of social class.
First LookFriends, colleagues reflect on vibrant, colorful memories of Kate SpadeNew York fashion designer Kate Spade, who died June 5, is remembered for her bright and lively legacy, both in her character and her affordable high-fashion handbags for the average woman.
Attack of the purple ‘bean trees’We’d had wisteria for years before we were struck by this odd attribute.
First LookBritish Museum to return Native American artifacts to Oregon tribeA small Oregon reservation has been reunited with historical artifacts once belonging to their Native American ancestors. The objects will be featured in "Rise of the Collectors" on display at the Chachalu Tribal Museum and Cultural Center after years of negotiating their return.
First LookLatino movie producer builds theaters in low-income California townsMoctesuma Esparza's $20 million project has already opened theaters in five California cities that lack entertainment options, including Delano, Salinas, Bakersfield, Pittsburg, and Fresno and the producer plans to expand to more rural communities in other states.
