Ken Burns
Ken Burns is instantly recognisable. He has won more awards than any other documentary filmmaker and has received millions of viewers for his work. The Civil War was the PBS series with the greatest audience. It also received more nominations than any other series. It made Shelby Foote, Civil War's photographer, a star. Ken Burns's style has increased the demand for history programming.
Burns' approach to writing a presidential document has been around for a while. Burns has been making movies every year for at least a decade. And he has a brand new film in the works. A six-hour, three-part film on the U.S. role in the Holocaust will be released by him. The title of the film is not yet finalized, but it will explore the question of what Americans knew about the Holocaust and the extermination of the Jews.
Burns' films span the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Burns has documented many notable Americans' lives, including Frank Lloyd Wright (Susan B. Anthony) and Abraham Lincoln. His documentaries have been nominated to win fifteen Emmy Awards as well as two Academy Awards. His films are a cultural and educational force that has attracted millions of viewers.
Woodrow Wilson
Woodrow Wilson was an intellectually intelligent and progressive president who oversaw America's rise as a world power. Unfortunately, his presidency was characterized by a series of controversial decisions, including his reluctance to advance civil rights and his poor physical stamina. These and other aspects of Woodrow Wilson's career and life are covered in the Woodrow Wilson presidential documentary.
Wilson is only half-recovery from a stroke at the beginning of the first volume in this series. Wilson struggles with domestic and global issues but his primary goal in the first volume of this series is to convince Senate to approve Treaty of Versailles. The volume opens on Christmas Eve in 1920, the final days of Wilson's Wilson presidency. Wilson and his advisers fail with a program that will work. This puts the administration on the edge of collapse. The cabinet meets again on March 1. Wilson is in an awkward position when the new German government refuses silence.
These documentaries were made by a team consisting of Dr. Asantewa BOAKYEWA, supervisory programme manager at Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum, and former curator for the President Wilson House Museum. Woodrow Wilson presidential documentaries also featured Dr. John Milton Cooper. Cooper is the author of Woodrow Wilson. A biography and a professor emeritus of University of Wisconsin Madison. Boakyewa has been interviewed along with Dr. Sidney Bland author of Lucy Burns.
Robert Reiner
Robert Reiner has become a Hollywood liberal, but he's lost his edge as a director of crafty mainstream entertainment. His last film, The American President, shows that he is not a filmmaker but a rider operator. Reiner portrays John Walcott, the Knight Ridder editor in Shock and Awe. This film shows how two journalists exposed lies by the Bush administration and how the media distorted the official story. The film not only captures the horrors of war, but it also shows journalists' irreverent banter and the smugness displayed by Bush administration cabinet members.
The Story of Us, however, is very similar to The American President. The film's ending is contrary to the film's concept and only serves to give Michelle Pfeiffer hero moment. However, this ending is a sign of Reiner's lack of feminist instincts, and he's forced to embrace casual sexism. But while his approach to documentary filmmaking is not particularly sexy, it's clear that Reiner can soar when presented with more superior material.
FAQ
What is the most mysterious location on Earth?
Antarctica is the world's most mysterious place on Earth.
What is it that makes this place so interesting? Because it is unlike anything else on Earth.
It is isolated, remote, and very hard to visit. There is much more to this place than meets the eyes.
This natural wonder is also home to some of the strangest wildlife species.
Let's see how this incredible destination became famous for its mystery.
Antarctica: The South Pole
No one knows exactly why Antarctica was named Antarctica. Some believe it means "land of ice." Some believe it means "land of ice". Others believe it is Greek mythology.
Antarktis is the name Antarktis was given to an island in ancient Greece by Zeus' twin brothers. According to some legends, one of these twins was born in winter. Thus, the term antarctic.
Others believe that the name is a combination of the Greek words anti and tropos which mean against and turn. This would translate to land that is turned away from the sun.
No matter the reason, Antarctica is a place that has always fascinated people.
It is the highest, coldest, windiest, dryest, and most populated continent. There are no trees, plants, or animals here because it is too cold.
Yet, life is abundant in this frozen wilderness.
About 90 percent of all living things on Earth live here. Here are approximately 50% of all the animal and plant species in the world.
What is it that makes Antarctica so unique? Here water freezes to ice and not evaporates into the atmosphere.
This causes large masses to form of ice which float high above the ground.
These glaciers are responsible for covering 80% of the continent. These glaciers are getting larger each year.
Since 1960, the Antarctic ice sheets has grown 60ft.
The sea level will rise up to 200 feet if melting continues. That could cause massive flooding around the globe.
This is not necessarily bad news. Global warming may be beneficial for some scientists. They say that as temperatures rise, the ice sheets might melt faster, causing floods that flush out tons of toxic chemicals from our soil and bodies.
Others cautioned that this theory sounds too science fiction.
What is the most secretive place in the world, and why?
You might be surprised at the answer. It may even make it uncomfortable, as it challenges our perceptions of reality and our lives. But there is a reason that this place exists. It isn't what you would expect.
The ancient Greeks called it the City of God. It was also known as the City of Destruction according to the Bible.
It is called Kashi (Kashmir in India). It is also called Novgorod in Russia.
Here in America, however, it is called The Village That Disappeared.
One small community in western New York State with 1,200 residents vanished without a trace. It was abandoned without any remains, including no bodies, cars, or houses. The only thing that survived was a road sign, which pointed to its former location.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some believe it was swallowed by the earth. Others claim a meteorite strike destroyed it. Others claim it was taken away by aliens.
The people of this once-thriving community, however, are positive that the town won't disappear forever. They had just relocated to another town.
A website is available to track the disappearance and recovery of Zugspitz, which was lost in the Great Depression.
You might be wondering where this town went. It's in Switzerland.
You can find Zugspitze at the border of Austria and Germany. Lake Zugspitze lies just above the summit of the mountain.
I have always been fascinated by the fact that so many towns have vanished, but some remain. What is the difference between some towns that disappear and others that survive? I decided to investigate.
I wanted more information about the mysterious disappearing of towns. Is it possible for a place to vanish? How can one place vanish from existence?
There are several theories behind the disappearing of towns. One theory holds that a town disappears if all its buildings are demolished. Another theory holds that the town simply relocates to another location. A third theory holds that the town did not exist.
There are many theories, but the truth is that thousands of towns around the world have been submerged by the earth. This video examines both the history and current status.
Five interesting facts about your liver.
The liver is responsible of breaking down toxins and storing nutrients. It helps to regulate blood pressure and keep our bodies temperature stable.
Are you familiar with the expressions, "I feel sluggish today", or "my head feels heavy"? These symptoms could indicate liver problems.
You may notice symptoms such as dark urine, yellowing skin and fatigue. These are not the only warning signs. These are not the only warning signs. Make an appointment immediately with your doctor if they occur.
The liver is an essential organ. It is vital for detoxification, metabolism, immunity, reproduction, and digestion.
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The average adult human liver is approximately 1,400g.
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At birth, the liver of a baby can be half as big as an adult's. It becomes about four times more large by the age of three than an infant's liver.
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The liver can be found just below the rib cage, on the left side.
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The liver has 16 main lobes, with many smaller lobules within the lobes.
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There are approximately 10,000,000 red blood cells in the liver.
What dark secrets do Hollywood have?
Hollywood is full of secret societies. There are secret societies that are more cult-like than others. They have members who follow specific rules and rituals. While some are clubs for those with similar interests, others are not.
However, there are many other criminal organizations that hold much of the industry's power. There are companies like the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), who sets film ratings and the RIAA, which sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. Large corporations own most major studios and networks of television.
The fact is that regardless of how secretive any group may be, someone somewhere knows exactly who they are. However, we shouldn't fear them.
Instead, we should embrace them. Because they provide us with information that helps us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
They allow us to make informed decisions about what we buy, watch and listen to.
We can trust their advice and we can ignore it if it contradicts our values.
They become more powerful because we choose to ignore them. They become the ultimate arbiters for taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
So now let's look at some of the lesser-known but still very real Hollywood secret societies.
You'll see why they are so important.
Statistics
- Your mouth makes a lot of saliva every day It might seem like way too much, but your salivary glands typically produce anywhere from 0.5 and 1.5 liters a day, according to a 2009 study published in the Journal of Medicine and Life. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- In fact, nearly 24% of U.S. women are affected with one or more pelvic floor disorders, according to research funded by the National Institutes of Health. (romper.com)
- You spend about 10% of your time awake blinking (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
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Hollywood scandals that shocked the world
Nothing is more shocking than seeing someone famous for wrong reasons. But, it's equally shocking to watch them fall from the graces.
The best thing about watching how an industry reacts when it makes mistakes is the best part. Many celebrities have used alcohol and drugs in excess. Some even died young because of it.
It's worse when stars make public their problems, and then are ignored by everyone. Last week, that's exactly where we were.
Heath Ledger gave up after a long career that was successful. After a short battle with death, Heath Ledger succumbed to prescription pills.
His friends and family struggled to accept the loss of his son, while the media blasted him openly.
Heath was once thought to be one the greatest actors of all time. His performance in Brokeback Mountain earned him two Academy Awards nominations.
Heath was not only an actor, but also directed and wrote films like A Knight's Tale and Monster's Ball.
Hollywood loved Heath, however he soon grew too big for his good looks. He began using drugs and drinking heavily. He was eventually able to get clean and went to rehab.
Now that he was sober, he wanted to make amends. So he made a documentary called "Room 237," which chronicled the making of The Shining. The film was originally supposed to be released in this year's theaters, but it will not make its way into the cinemas until next year.
Heath was unsuccessful in his attempts to get back into Hollywood. In fact, he was actually twice arrested for drug-related charges.
We are not suggesting that Heath should be allowed back into the show business. However, it would be nice if he could get some help before things spiral out of control.
We hope Heath's story warns others who might think they can still have it all.