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Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

"Two Prosecutors," "Palestine '36," and the Tribulations of Resistance in the Thirties

Historical dramas by Sergei Loznitsa and Annemarie Jacir focus on acts of courageous opposition against oppressive regimes.
Philosophy
fromAeon
7 months ago

In Stalin's home city in Georgia, generations clash over his legacy | Aeon Videos

Stalin's legacy in Gori remains deeply contested, reflecting divergent beliefs shaped by shared experiences.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Opinion: A new statue for an old tyrant

The reinstallation of Stalin's statue in Moscow reflects a controversial resurgence of his legacy in contemporary Russian society.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromTheartnewspaper
9 months ago

What can a 'poorly-made' Stalin sculpture tell us about Putin's Russia?

A sculptural relief of Stalin appears in Moscow's metro, raising questions about its artistic quality and underlying political symbolism amid current tensions.
fromRoger Ebert
10 months ago

Cannes 2025: Two Prosecutors, Adam's Sake, Promised Sky | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The suspense is simply in waiting for the totalitarian machinery to grind into place.
Independent films
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