Was The Blockbuster Movie ‘300’ Political Satire in Disguise?
Photo: ‘300’/Warner Bros. Pictures Laconic: to speak tersely. The word comes from Laconia, the region of Greece administered by Sparta, the ancient citizens of which were famed for speaking bluntly, with few words–laconically. Over time, the...
The Profound Legacy of Larry King: A Master Talk Show Host, Father and Conversation Connoisseur
Photo: Larry King/CNN Larry King, famous for his suspenders, affable interview style, and being the face of CNN’s broadcast for 25 years, passed away on January 23 at age 87. His production company, Ora Media, confirmed his passing on Saturday morning. “With...
‘Carmen Sandiego’: Netflix’s Reincarnation for a New Generation
Photo: ‘Carmen Sandiego’/Netflix ‘Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?’ Opening up the computer and popping in this favorite game is a treasured childhood memory. As a child of the 90s, I spent many hours playing as a secret agent for the mysterious...
