The New York Times – Film:
A decade on, the Oscar-winning portrait of American slavery feels more potent than ever. The filmmakers explain its personal origins and ultimate triumph.
Author: Reggie Ugwu
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After Viral Beef, Robert Glasper Returns to the Blue Note
The New York Times – Music:
Mounting his fifth annual residency at the Blue Note (after a viral beef at the Grammys), the pianist, producer and composer is hungry for a challenge.
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Can the Tribeca Festival Make Audio Appealing?
The New York Times – Music:
The Tribeca Festival and audio artists each have something the other wants. Can they make it work?
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‘The Blog Era’ Podcast Resurrects Rap Media History
The New York Times – Music:
The new podcast from the brothers Eric and Jeff Rosenthal explores what made hip-hop blogs matter — and why they faded away.
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“Bad Habit” Musician Steve Lacy Is Right on Time
The New York Times – Music:
A year ago, the “Bad Habit” singer and breakout star of 2022 was a cult favorite. Now he’s competing against Harry Styles, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift.
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Chantal Akerman’s ‘Jeanne Dielman’ Named Greatest Film of All Time in Sight and Sound Poll
The New York Times – Film:
The drama is among several by female and Black directors in the respected once-a-decade survey, last conducted in 2012.
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For Elvis Mitchell, Critic Turned Filmmaker, a Chance to Show and Tell
The New York Times – Film:
His new documentary on Netflix, “Is That Black Enough for You?!?,” spotlights unsung Black cinema of the 1970s.