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fromKotaku
1 day ago
Independent films

All The Ways A Sinners Cinematic Universe Could Be Possible

Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' may pave the way for future Black filmmakers to create expansive cinematic universes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Books

In brief: The Homemade God; Mythica; There Are Rivers in the Sky review

The article reviews three books, exploring themes of family dynamics, women's historical significance, and personal identity through various narrative lenses.
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Hitler's hatred of the scientist had intensified. There was a price on his head': the tragic story of Robert Einstein, Albert's cousin

The invasion of Villa Il Focardo linked the personal story of the Einstein family to the brutality of World War II.
US politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Smithsonian caught in the crosshairs of Trump's history wars

The Trump administration's executive order seeks to reshape how history is taught and represented in U.S. museums.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

The Five author Hallie Rubenhold: I really hate true crime'

The narrative of Dr. Crippen's crimes has often overshadowed the victim, Belle Elmore, emphasizing the need to refocus on women's stories in crime history.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
US politics

Trump annoyed the Smithsonian isn't promoting discredited racial ideas

The Trump administration's executive order demands a revisionist portrayal of American history at the Smithsonian, influencing the accuracy of scientific displays.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Handouts are never free. The cruel US aid freeze is an opportunity for the Caribbean | Kenneth Mohammed

The perception of the U.S. as a benefactor in the Caribbean is a myth, revealing a history of interventionism and exploitation.
Writing
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Review: William Kentridge's 'The Great Yes' at the Wallis: A dazzling meditation on a world out of kilter

William Kentridge's opera 'The Great Yes' creatively explores the intersection of art and history through innovative interdisciplinary collaborations.
fromVulture
3 months ago

All That's Left of You Isn't Looking for Just Empathy

The film explores the impact of war on a Palestinian family across generations, highlighting personal stories within historical upheaval.
Writing
#political-violence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

I came down here to die': the untold story of the first JFK assassination attempt

Richard Pavlick, a would-be assassin of JFK, sheds light on a lesser-known historical narrative explored in 'The JFK Conspiracy'.
The book highlights Pavlick's mental health issues and extremist views, offering a new perspective on political violence.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Writing

FX's 'Say Nothing' Is Worth Your Time: 'Trying to Show Both the Seduction and the Cost of Radical Politics'

'Say Nothing' intertwines a harrowing true crime narrative with a broader examination of political violence and societal unrest.
The adaptation of 'Say Nothing' offers insight into historical conflict while resonating with contemporary issues of activism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

I came down here to die': the untold story of the first JFK assassination attempt

Richard Pavlick, a would-be assassin of JFK, sheds light on a lesser-known historical narrative explored in 'The JFK Conspiracy'.
The book highlights Pavlick's mental health issues and extremist views, offering a new perspective on political violence.
fromIndieWire
5 months ago
Writing

FX's 'Say Nothing' Is Worth Your Time: 'Trying to Show Both the Seduction and the Cost of Radical Politics'

'Say Nothing' intertwines a harrowing true crime narrative with a broader examination of political violence and societal unrest.
The adaptation of 'Say Nothing' offers insight into historical conflict while resonating with contemporary issues of activism.
more#political-violence
fromPolygon
3 months ago
Video games

Dreams on a Pillow, the Palestinian video game about the 1948 Nakba, surpassed its funding goal

Dreams on a Pillow game highlights the humanitarian and political dimensions of the 1948 Nakba through the experiences of a Palestinian mother.
#cultural-legacy
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

The whole human condition is encased in the story': why Beatles films just keep coming

The Beatles' influence remains potent in the film industry, with a series of new documentaries and films celebrating their legacy.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Writing

The Twenty-first Century's Best Works of Native American History

The history of the U.S. must include Native American narratives to fully understand its origins and the impacts of colonization.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

The whole human condition is encased in the story': why Beatles films just keep coming

The Beatles' influence remains potent in the film industry, with a series of new documentaries and films celebrating their legacy.
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago
Writing

The Twenty-first Century's Best Works of Native American History

The history of the U.S. must include Native American narratives to fully understand its origins and the impacts of colonization.
more#cultural-legacy
from48 hills
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Drama Masks: Forget those Founding Fathers, the women save this 'Hamilton' - 48 hills

Hamilton critiques the celebratory narrative of 'post-racial America' while remaining an entertaining and culturally significant work.
fromWorldhistory
5 months ago
History

Revolutionaries by Sanjeev Sanyal (Book Review)

The book emphasizes the significance of armed insurgencies in India's independence struggle, challenging the dominant narrative focused on non-violence.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Gulag History Museum in Moscow temporarily closed for safety reasons'

The Gulag History Museum's closure reflects ongoing Kremlin efforts to suppress independent historical narratives and civil society in Russia.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
Arts

The 'Say Nothing' TV adaptation isn't a history lesson but it's haunting nonetheless

The book explores The Troubles in Northern Ireland through personal stories, focusing on Dolours Price's transformation from a nonviolent protester to a key IRA operative.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
6 months ago

How Recovering the History of a Little-Known Lakota Massacre Could Heal Generational Pain

The Blue Water Massacre in 1855 is a significant yet overlooked event in U.S. military history, marking the start of extensive violence against the Lakota.
Writing
fromThe Nation
6 months ago

A Swedish Poet Comes Face to Face With the Epic

Linnea Axelsson's AEdnan poetically examines the Sámi family's dispossession and cultural erasure over generations while employing a minimal, whisper-like style.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
US news

The Fight Over Who Writes the History of Modern China

China's Communist Party is actively managing its historical narrative as it commemorates 75 years of governance.
fromSlate Magazine
7 months ago
Film

Dennis Quaid Was One of Our Greatest Movie Stars. Now He's the Star of Reagan. What Happened?

Dennis Quaid's portrayal of Ronald Reagan lacks authenticity and coherence, overwhelmed by stylistic choices and a disjointed narrative.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

A war of who gets to write history': the artists resisting in Ukraine

Despite expectations, Ukrainian resistance endures as they fight for cultural identity against Russian aggression, showcasing resilience and the struggle for self-definition.
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