The N-word unchained: Film controversy calls for some education

Jan. 23 |   By Charles W. Davidson Guest Commentator   By now, movie-goers across the country are embroiled in heavy social media discussions or water-cooler arguments about Quentin Tarantino’s use and Spike Lee’s criticism of said use of the...

Unchained to portray Black slavery? Was there a politically correct way for Django Unchained to portray Black slavery?

Jan. 16 |   The start of 2013 is making it difficult to avoid one of America’s greatest sins — slavery. We’ve just marked the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, and a plethora of films, documentaries and TV specials are scheduled...

This week’s Entertainment spotlights!

Dec. 19 |  The One Love Movement: End of the Year Smokeout with DJ VERB X Mon., Dec. 31, 8 pm First Avenue & 7th Street Entry  701 1st Ave. N., Mpls., 612-332-1775 or www.first-avenue.com Tickets $5 advance, $20 at door. 18+ Christmas with Alexander...