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In a WordHow we came to suffer our franchisesIn English, the right to vote itself is sometimes referred to as聽suffrage. There is a folk etymology on the internet that holds聽suffrage聽to be derived from聽to suffer, in the older sense of 'allow' or 'permit.'
First LookTV series 'Yellowstone' showcases Native American actorsGil Birmingham plays Thomas Rainwater in a new series that debuts Wednesday, June 20 鈥� one of many Native American actors playing fully realized, modern native characters, a rarity in the industry. 'Many people ... think that we're just historical artifacts,' Mr. Birmingham said.聽
First LookTo encourage diversity in Hollywood, a proposed tax creditCalifornia's proposed budget includes a tax credit for movie productions made in state that would require reporting diversity statistics and have sexual harassment protections in place for its employees. Credits would be awarded to "below the line" hiring practices, not just for starring actors and directors.
In China, US films struggle against homegrown moviesWith audiences in North America steadily shrinking, Chinese moviegoers have never been more important to Hollywood.聽But China has also poured billions of dollars into its own film industry.
'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 S茅ptimo D铆a,' viewers rejoice in the hopes of immigrantsThe film 鈥� the title means 'On the Seventh Day' in Spanish 鈥� is an unassuming charmer about a hot-button subject.聽
Top Picks: Parquet Courts' 'Wide Awake,' the Smithsonian Channel's 'The Pacific War in Color,' and moreYou can use the Ramblr app聽to share information about your outdoor sojourn,聽hear from those who are responsible for some of today鈥檚 most famous companies in聽NPR鈥檚 podcast聽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聽of and behind the camera.聽聽
In a WordSo many words to talk about electionsThere are so many wonderful campaign words, I feel as if I could go on forever 鈥� just like campaign season.
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.
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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.聽
What our critic thinks the Tony Awards noms got right 鈥� 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鈥檚 '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聽Downcast app, one of the most acclaimed movie musicals of all time,聽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 鈥� Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain 鈥� 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鈥檚 assemblage of her crack team for a jewel heist has its sly amusements.
'Mister Rogers' documentary 'Won鈥檛 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鈥檚 principled gentleness.
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In a WordBending over backward to be wrongAs the term 'prestige construction' hints, hypercorrection is intimately bound up with issues of social class.
