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books2 years ago

Top Book Recommendations of 2023: Readers, Critics, and Staff Picks

Readers of The New York Times share their favorite books of 2023, including "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride and "The Wager" by David Grann. Other notable mentions include "Lessons in Chemistry," "Demon Copperhead," "Biography of X," "Girlfriend on Mars," "Absolution," "In Memoriam," "Holly," "Small Mercies," "Let Us Descend," "Maame," and "Moonrise Over New Jessup." Some readers also express appreciation for the book lists and comment sections, while others suggest including more books from small presses and publishers abroad.

via The New York Times|
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entertainment2 years ago

"Killers of the Flower Moon: From Script to Screen, a Global Box Office Success"

Martin Scorsese's latest masterpiece, "Killers of the Flower Moon," is based on the non-fiction book by David Grann and features a screenplay written by Eric Roth. Set in the 1920s, the film explores the chilling series of murders of wealthy Osage people in Oklahoma and exposes the racial injustices and corruption of the time. The screenplay weaves a complex tale of greed and prejudice, shedding light on a forgotten chapter in American history and highlighting themes of racial discrimination and the pursuit of wealth at any cost.

via No Film School|
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film2 years ago

"Scorsese's 'Killers of the Flower Moon': A Controversial Adaptation"

Martin Scorsese's film adaptation of "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann, about the Osage Nation murders in the 1920s, falls short in capturing the nuance and insight of the source material. While Grann's book explores the collective evil and systemic racism that enabled the crimes, Scorsese's film focuses on individual characters and their internal struggles, ultimately centering on the white villains. The article argues that a story about white supremacy and structural violence requires a different approach, one that avoids pulp gestures and celebrity turns, and instead delves into the undramatic but horrifying reality of collective permission, hate, envy, and discrimination.

via CNN|
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film-review2 years ago

"Killers of the Flower Moon: Scorsese's Masterful, Uneven Crime Drama"

"Killers of the Flower Moon," directed by Martin Scorsese and based on David Grann's book, tells the true story of how Osage Indians in 1920s Oklahoma were exploited and murdered by their White neighbors. While the film reflects a shift in energy and ethical perspective, it lacks the suspense and vigor associated with Scorsese's most exhilarating works. The narrative feels leeched of energy, and the villainy is muted, resulting in a slower, more methodical, and sometimes boring affair. However, the film's beauty and audacity shine through in capturing the swirl of life in Osage County and exposing the depravity that underlies the American idea. Despite its noble purpose, the movie tests the audience's tolerance with its episodic rehearsals of bad deeds, and the courtroom drama feels rote and anticlimactic.

via The Washington Post|
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books2 years ago

David Grann's 'The Wager': A Parable of Nations' Self-Interest and Harrowing Shipwreck Mutiny.

David Grann's latest book, "The Wager," explores the mysteries of an 18th-century shipwreck off Cape Horn, which led to a real-life "Lord of the Flies" scenario with warring factions, mutinies, and even cannibalism. The book also delves into the court martial that followed, where the castaways had to "wage a war over the truth." Grann sees the story as a parable for our own turbulent modern times, with themes of information and disinformation, allegations of fake news, and efforts by those in power to cover up scandalous truths.

via NPR|
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