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‘Nebraska’ director Alexander Payne talks casting, filmmaking choices

November 14, 2013
Payne discusses his thought process in choosing the cast and capturing his vision for the raw story of "Nebraska".
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‘Dear Mr. Watterson’ examines impact of ‘Calvin and Hobbes’ creator

November 13, 2013
Accounts of fans and contemporaries deliver a beautiful portrait of the man behind the popular comic strip.
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‘Nebraska’ relates raw, character-focused story

November 13, 2013
Alexander Payne’s ‘Nebraska’ makes incredible use of actors performances and cinematography, which could make it an award-winning film.
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Aleksandr Sokurov creates visually amazing ‘Faust’

November 13, 2013
"Faust," by Russian filmmaker Aleksandr Sokurov, appeals to audiences in a way the original literature cannot.
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Director Kristin Horton talks Gallatin Theatre Troupe’s ‘Hamlet’

November 13, 2013
Horton discusses the production process and philosophy behind the Gallatin Theatre Troupe's interpretation of Shakepeare's 'Hamlet'.
Lady Gaga overindulges in theatrics without substance on latest album, fails to live up to previous work

Lady Gaga overindulges in theatrics without substance on latest album, fails to live up to previous work

November 12, 2013
As Lady Gaga returns with the release of her third studio album “ARTPOP,” the musician who is famous for her antics delivers simultaneously what was expected from her while also exploring new territory.
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Lady challenges preconceived notions, politics of rappers

November 12, 2013
Shameka Shanta Brown, who goes by the performer name Lady, is a young rapper trying to alter gender politics in rap.
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Current ‘Homeland’ season lags in pace

November 12, 2013
Despite the high-drama and fast-paced qualities of the past two seasons, "Homeland" is struggling to find the same thrill in the third season.
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Justin Bieber struggles to find balance between music, controversy

November 12, 2013
The teenage pop star seems to be experiencing very public growing pains as he tries to refocus on his artistic merit while maturing his image.
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‘Thor’ sequel thunders into theaters with triumphant action

November 7, 2013
Marvel superhero Thor returns for a popular, action-packed sequel with "Thor: The Dark World."
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TV adaptations succeed by offering audiences fresh takes

November 7, 2013
The success or failures of shows adapted from a source — whether from a book, film or another television show — have become more apparent this fall.
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‘Armstrong Lie’ delivers unique account of famous scandal

November 7, 2013
Alex Gibney’s latest documentary, “The Armstrong Lie,” presents an honest account of scandalous events.