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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Filmmaker Ken Burns: Educate About Nuances of American Past

Filmmaker Ken Burns: Educate About Nuances of American Past

By Jimmy O’Meara February 28, 2020

The United States must reconcile with the darker parts of its history to confront current political and social issues, according to accomplished documentary filmmaker Ken Burns.  Burns, famous for...

RYOT FILMS | Spanning decades and featuring communities from across the globe, the Academy Award nominees for best short-subject documentary hone in on issues of social crisis and justice. Each short documentary takes a closer look at social issues that affect millions, but “Black Sheep” appears to be the frontrunner for the Academy Award.

Oscar-Nominated Shorts Tackle Global Social Issues

By Annah Otis February 15, 2019

The 2019 Academy Award nominees for best short-subject documentary take storytelling to new heights with eye-opening subjects, impressive camerawork and nods to unsung heroes. All  five films address...

The Five Weirdest Documentaries You Have To See To Believe

The Five Weirdest Documentaries You Have To See To Believe

By Mike Radice and Mike Radice September 27, 2015

It’s that time of the year again. As the weather slowly but surely gets colder, all we really want to do is stay in on the weekends and binge watch our favorite shows on Netflix. While the traditionally...

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