Category Archives: Film

Yet another case of how skin color is ingrained

Posted on June 6, 2008 by tlewisisdope

In an op-ed published today on the Chicago Tribune site, columnist John Kass pokes fun at an Obama/Clinton ticket in a piece entitled, "'Bill and Barack Show' full of hope–and punch lines." For the most part, Kass' piece is amusing in … Continue reading →

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downloading on popular culture

Posted on May 6, 2008 by tlewisisdope

The writers’ strike in Hollywood has destroyed my television watching habits. None of the season’s best shows (Heroes and DirtySexyMoney) really came back after the strike and I have had a hard time keeping up with Smallville. Speaking of Smallville: … Continue reading →

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…just so you know

Posted on April 18, 2008 by tlewisisdope

…there is only one reason to see the new Judd Apatow movie. Kristin Bell, ladies and gentleman. Yea, given my love on here for Katie Heigl and Kristen Bell, one might think I’m goin gaga for the blondes. Eh, maybe. … Continue reading →

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Oscars 2005 or Yes Massa, I Wanna Work in the Big House

Posted on September 27, 2005 by tlewisisdope

Three years ago, I found myself watching the Oscars and tearing up at Halle Berry’s profoundly radical acceptance speech. For her to link her personal triumph to the struggle for black women in the arts was a daring and historical … Continue reading →

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My favorite films of 1999

Posted on April 25, 2005 by tlewisisdope

This piece was originally written for Epinions.com. An archive version of it can be found here. Links have been updated. 1999 was an oddly rich year for films. It seemed like Hollywood had finally taken a hint from the indie … Continue reading →

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