Where Are the Women? Testament of Youth
Set a century ago during World War I, when suffragette was a dirty word, this film better represents women than many set today. [This post is not behind the paywall.]
Testament of Youth movie review: woman’s war story
A compassionate, distressing tale of a woman’s determination to find her own purpose, full of heartbreaking moments that pile up until they’re unbearable.
London photo: “soldiers” at ease
WWII reenactors in St. James’s Park this past Sunday for VE70 celebrations.
London photo: VE 70 Day flyover
The RAF Red Arrows over Buckingham Palace to commemorate the 70th anniversary of VE Day.
a few thoughts about Game of Thrones S05 E05 (“Kill the Boy”) and open thread
Some heartstopping moments for Tyrion in this episode. At least he got in some sightseeing beforehand…
Where Are the Women? Girlhood
This isn’t simply a movie about a teenage girl: it’s about what it means to be a teenage girl. [This post is not behind the paywall.]
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Girlhood and Honeytrap movie(s) review: mean girl streets
Two films about poor black teen girls offer harrowing — and very universal — portraits of how our culture tries to crush the spirit out of all girls.
London photo: don’t get dizzy
The Prime Meridian, in Greenwich.
Where Are the Women? Top Five
When they’re not anonymous strippers or hookers, women here are nothing but thorns in the side of the male protagonist, using and manipulating him. [This post is not behind the paywall.]
