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Henry A. Giroux | Hollywood Heroism in the Age of Empire: From “Citizenfour” and “Selma” to “American Sniper“
The stories a society tells about itself, and whom it considers a hero, reflect that society's greatest values.
“The Power of the People”: “Selma” Director Ava DuVernay on Fight for Civil Rights, Voting Equality
In an extended interview with “Selma” director Ava DuVernay, we broadcast excerpts from her Oscar-nominated film.
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“Selma”: A Beautifully Shot Film Shows How Change Really Happens
Neither a “great man” history of Martin Luther King Jr., nor a tale of forgotten underdogs, Selma is about skilled activists building a movement.
“One Person Can Make a Difference”: Ava DuVernay Remembers Film Critic Roger Ebert’s Early Support
DuVernay offers advice to aspiring filmmakers.
“Selma” Director Defends Film’s Portrayal of LBJ-MLK Dispute on Voting Rights Legislation
“I'm not here to rehabilitate anyone's image.”
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Dissing DuVernay and the Lessons of “Selma“
The lessons of “Selma” itself are relevant to Ava DuVernay's omission from the Academy Awards nomination for Best Director.
A Way to Celebrate, Honor and Follow Dr. King
Dr. King challenged us to work for a greater humanity, for something greater than ourselves as individuals.
Newly Discovered 1964 Martin Luther King Jr. Speech on Civil Rights, Segregation and Apartheid South Africa
A new recording of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is aired.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.: All Labor Has Dignity
In his introduction to the newly published anthology of MLK's speeches and writings, Cornel West writes, “This book unearths a radical King that we can no longer sanitize.”
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Willing to Live for Our People
Marchers accompanied some of Chicago's brightest and most politically conscious elementary school students as they rallied to reclaim the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.