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Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
It almost seems hard to believe that it was 80 years ago in 1942 that “Casablanca” was first released, and the world fell in love with its tale of courage, sacrifice and redemption. On March 2, 1944 at the 16th Academy Awards, “Casablanca” took home the Oscar for Best Picture, Best Director (Michael Curtiz) and …
Posted in: Film Essay, Film/Video, National Film Registry
Posted by: Cary O’Dell
Thirty-five years ago this month, the legendary pop artist Andy Warhol passed away at the age of 58. Understand him and his art or not, love his art or not, Warhol nevertheless left a distinct mark on the American culture. Along with works of his hanging in museums all over the world, his work is …
Posted in: Film Essay, National Film Registry
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
Each year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) sets a theme for February’s Black History Month, and this year, they’ve chosen the impact and importance of Black Health and Wellness. According to their website, “this theme acknowledges the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in …
Posted in: Film Essay, Film/Video, Motion Pictures, National Film Registry, National Screening Room
Posted by: Stacie Seifrit-Griffin
How do you write about Sidney Poitier and feel you that are doing him justice? How do you recap a repertoire of some of the most important and beloved films of the last century, a career that spanned decades, and a legacy that broke barriers? How do you thank someone who’s taken you from crayons …
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