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Movies 3 years ago

Napoleon: Joaquin Phoenix’s Fiery Portrayal Steals the Show

The opening shot of Ridley Scott‘s “Napoleon” lingers on Joaquin Phoenix‘s intense, brooding eyes—an image that sets the tone for this sprawling historical epic. Those eyes, filled with ambition and a hint of madness, become the focal point…

Audiobooks 3 years ago

Simon & Schuster to Publish An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History Of The 1960s by Pulitzer Prize Winner and Bestselling Author Doris Kearns Goodwin In April 2024

NEW YORK, September 20—Simon & Schuster announced today that it will publish An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History…

Movies 3 years ago

Ferrari: A Thrilling but Unfulfilling Portrait of a Flawed Visionary

The opening shot of Michael Mann‘s Ferrari is a long, unbroken take following a sleek racing car as…

Movies 3 years ago

Daliland: A Surreal but Uneven Portrait of Genius

The camera lingers on Salvador Dalí‘s (Ben Kingsley) mustache, a grotesque yet mesmerizing centerpiece, as it twitches with…

Movies 3 years ago

Big George Foreman: Unflinching Look at Rage and Redemption

The opening scene of Big George Foreman (2023) is a punch to the gut—not just because it features…

Science 4 years ago

Manhattan Project

The Manhattan Project was a military-led research and development project that aimed to harness nuclear energy for use…

Food & Drink 4 years ago

Explore Historic Menus and Food Culture at The Grolier Club NYC

NEW YORK CITY (February 2, 2023) – This spring, the Grolier Club in New York City presents a…

Movies 4 years ago

Ridley Scott’s Upcoming Movie ‘Napoleon’ (2023) Starring Joaquin Phoenix Is Scheduled to Release on Apple TV+

Napoleon is an historical drama movie directed by Ridley Scott, starring Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon. This will the…

Books 4 years ago

Witness “A”, Christina Sheridan

Author and truth-teller Christina Sheridan is offering the raw reality of Australian federal police through her latest book…

Movies 5 years ago

My Best Friend Anne Frank: A Fresh Lens on a Tragic History

The first time I saw My Best Friend Anne Frank, I was struck by a single image: two…

Movies 5 years ago

Diana: A Musical That Fails to Shine

The shards of glass scattering across the floor after Diana’s desperate outburst in “Simply Breathe” are the most…