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The long awaited discussion of Blacula (1972) and my recent interview with the film's director William Crain: "The Eternal Return" is finally available in Three Fold Press!

Tickets were procured a week ago, and I'm going to go watch Killers of the Flower Moon in a few hours. It should be really good and I am curious if it will knock Oppenheimer off its pedestal for best history-based movie of 2023. The film is not projected to do too well ticket-sales-wise this weekend, so let me give a friendly reminder that if you want to see more history-based movies focused on Indigenous histories and populations, and if you want more projects involving Indigenous actors/actresses and creatives, you need to make sure to show support when they do get released. And if you are worried about feeling uncomfortable about a film further touching on some of the darker aspects of colonialism, it is important to remember that not all discomfort is bad. Sometimes it's important to sit in discomfort, and listen, reflect, and possibly change. The past should not be erased or ignored. Instead we can all learn from it and make sure that we prevent the wrongs of the past from happening again.

June 6 this year will mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the Allied forces’ beach landing in France that proved a turning point for the fight against Nazi Germany in World War II. Some 73,000 Americans took part in D-Day, and although it would help bring about the war’s end a year later, the bloody assault claimed the lives of 2,500 U.S. troops. Of the sacrifices made on D-Day, one small town in Virginia gave more than its share. Bedford and its environs sent 37 men into the war, but 20 of those lost their lives by D-Day’s end. No U.S. town had a higher per capita rate of loss that day. Today, the town’s fallen are known as “the Bedford Boys.” In the cover story of this issue of WORLD, you’ll read about Bedford and two brothers who fell together on the same day. Eight decades later, relatives and advocates concerned with preserving the memory of the Hoback brothers and other Bedford natives—and honoring all the war’s U.S. service members—plan to gather in the town’s National D-Day Memorial to commemorate the ones who gave their all. June is also the two-year anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. In this issue you’ll find feature stories about the Biden administration’s harsh crackdown on pro-life protesters, and about Democratic criticism regarding pro-lifers’ use of geofencing to reach abortion-minded women. Daniel James Devine Editor See inside the latest edition of WORLD:

Notes on a Siren: A film essay by Valiant Pictures’ Justice Jamal Jones via NOWNESS. Read more on our #Freshnews blog!

“The film "The Zone of Interest" by Jonathan Glazer serves as a powerful cinematic reflection, prompting us to scrutinize our own moral compass and our capacity to overlook or become complicit in the presence of evil. Set against the grim backdrop of Auschwitz, the film's narrative doesn't just point a finger at historical villains but holds up a mirror to the audience, compelling us to question our daily ignorances and the atrocities we dismiss. The Höss family's life, unfolding in the shadows of unspeakable crimes, is an allegory for our times, where the ease of turning a blind eye to suffering is a universal and timeless vice. By juxtaposing the mundane life of a family living near Auschwitz with the unimaginable horrors occurring just beyond their home, the film challenges us to recognize our own potential for indifference. It's a reminder that the line between us and them is not as clear as we might like to believe. Glazer's work challenges us to confront our own zones of interest and indifference. The film becomes an urgent call for self-awareness and change in a world where echoes of the past still resonate in our present actions and inactions. "The Zone of Interest" isn't merely a cinematic achievement; it's a crucial commentary on human nature and our collective responsibility to remember, acknowledge, and act against the perpetuation of evil.” #holocaust #genocide #war #evil #fascism #complicit #human #nature https://lnkd.in/gn_aKqf3 https://lnkd.in/gxVCBUYE

This is a short trailer to the film 'Crimes Against Humanity'. To view the full version go to: 'Crimes Against Humanity Full Film':   https://lnkd.in/ecgVeAv6 Crimes Against Humanity is a project of creating music and voice overs, along with film and photographs of David Soakell's booklet, 'Crimes Against Humanity'. The booklet, a compilation of songs and poems originally written to coincide with the “Anne Frank In The World Exhibition”, which was brought to the UK’s North East some time ago, try to reflect something of the horror of The Holocaust and beyond. David writes, "I have tried to probe the minds of victims who experienced this, and to look through their eyes at a time of history which should never be forgotten – yet which continues even today. I realise however, that no matter how hard I try, I will never be able to do justice regarding the real horrors that those people experienced physically, mentally and spiritually, but hope that this work is at least thought-provoking." This film was created in 2023. It is frightening to think that we are once again living in an age when anti-Semitism is as high as it was in the 1930s. Therefore, David states, "My heart’s desire is that, from any aspect of this work, even one person’s conscience might be awakened to the horrors that continue to face mankind today, and that that reality would show itself in a more compassionate and tolerant society, bringing peace and God’s love into our world of much need." David's 'Crimes Against Humanity' booklet is still available to buy via the Christian Friends of Israel website for £3.00 at https://lnkd.in/eiVmq6XJ... - and a royalty from the sale of this publication will aid survivors of the Holocaust through Christian Friends of Israel`s project `Forsake Them Not`. https://lnkd.in/er6cZQ_r

Memorial Day, often associated with the unofficial start of #summer, is more than just a day for pool parties and barbecues. It's a day of profound significance, dedicated to honoring and remembering the people of the #armedforces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This day, observed on the last Monday of May, serves as a solemn reminder of the price of #freedom and encourages us to reflect on the countless sacrifices made by soldiers throughout the rich tapestry of #American #history. #MemorialDay can be celebrated in many ways, such as visiting the graves of fallen soldiers, participating in a national moment of #remembrance, or engaging with the actual #stories of #soldiers throughout history. One powerful way these stories are told is through literature and films that capture the heroism, struggles, and camaraderie of those who served.  With that said, Multicom Entertainment Group, Inc. wanted to highlight the films Fallen Not Forgotten and Pearl Harbor: A Day of Infamy, currently streaming on TheArchive.tv and on most major platforms, because we believe they play a crucial role in keeping the #memories of these sacrifices alive. Fallen Not Forgotten is the #truestory of Don Smith's heroic experience at the Battle of the Bulge while with the 94th Infantry. Serving with Don are Angelo Benedetto, a juvenile delinquent; Karl Heinrich, a German immigrant; and Robert Fuller, who is trying to make it home to his family. The trio plays a pivotal role in the Battle of the Bulge.  Pearl Harbor: A Day of Infamy is a deep dive into the events that occurred on December 7th, 1941, when the #UnitedStates was attacked at #PearlHarbor by the Empire of Japan. The people who were there share their memories of that fateful day, recalling the terror, confusion, and bravery of those who suddenly found the peaceful setting of their #Hawaii paradise shattered by bombs and bullets, bringing death and devastation. Learn more about these films below and visit TheArchive.tv to watch now. #entertainment #streaming #honor #america #troops #heroes #heroism #memorial

Take it from Yoda. Film and video deteriorate over time until they finally won't play at all. Get your families home movies digitized, before it's too late. Learn more at TexasArchive.org/services #texas #archives #yoda #TAMITurns20

learning our history is the beginning to the first step to Truthfulness.