Monthly Archives: May 2010
The “Matrix” of History-The problem with “America: The Story of Us”
Every basic cable channel in America can be summed up in one sentence. They consist of hours of reality programming punctuated by hours of reruns of popular programs that have little, if anything, to do with the stated theme of … Continue reading
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Movies for the Classroom: Triumph of the Will
If any teacher is starting, or is in the middle of, a unit about the Holocaust, you MUST include this film in your lessons. Triumph of the Will (1935), directed by Leni Riefenstahl, is widely considered among the greatest propaganda … Continue reading
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Memorial Day Video: Liberation of a Concentration Camp, from Band of Brothers
We hope everyone at the Neighborhood is enjoying their Memorial Day weekend. This piece from the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers demonstrates why it is so important to celebrate holidays like this one. It shows Easy Company, 506th Infantry Regiment … Continue reading →
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