Review Culture German Film 'Downfall' Mulls Hitler's Last Days February 25, 2005 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan reviews the German film Downfall, a retelling of Hitler's final hours with an emphasis on the human being at the center of an unspeakable wave of evil. It was a controversial hit in Germany, and has been nominated for a best foreign film Oscar. German Film 'Downfall' Mulls Hitler's Last Days Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4513021/4513022" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Review Culture 'Lost Embrace' Explores Argentinean Jewish Quarter February 18, 2005 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan says Lost Embrace, an Argentinean film that is just now debuting in the States, is a charming and original story about ordinary life set in a Jewish neighborhood in Buenos Aires. 'Lost Embrace' Explores Argentinean Jewish Quarter Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4503982/4503983" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Review Culture Turan: 'Head-On' a Bittersweet Love Story February 11, 2005 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan reviews the German and Turkish film Head-On, a love story that begins with attempted suicides from both protagonists. Turan: 'Head-On' a Bittersweet Love Story Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4494771/4494772" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Review 77th Annual Academy Awards 'Born into Brothels' an Unsentimental, Inspired Success February 4, 2005 This week, Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth looks at the documentary Born into Brothels. The film looks at children of Indian prostitutes and was filmed by the children themselves. According to Turan, the technique works and creates surprisingly uplifting stories. 'Born into Brothels' an Unsentimental, Inspired Success Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4485751/4485752" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Movies Documentaries Best Bet at Crowded Sundance January 28, 2005 Los Angeles Times film Critic Kenneth Turan talks about the buzz at this year's Sundance Film Festival. Turan profiles the movies, stars and the big deals being made by the studios. Documentaries Best Bet at Crowded Sundance Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4469494/4469495" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Movies Quaid, Grace, Johansson Make for 'Good Company' January 7, 2005 Despite the January lull in the release of big Hollywood movies, Los Angeles Times movie critic Kenneth Turan says there's at least one gem. In Good Company features good writing and strong performances from stars Dennis Quaid, Topher Grace and Scarlett Johansson. Quaid, Grace, Johansson Make for 'Good Company' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4272755/4272756" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Movies Kenneth Turan: Film Trends for 2004 December 31, 2004 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan says that while 2004 was a relatively poor year for quality films, there were some documentaries and animated films that stood out — and some of the best films were also the most controversial. Kenneth Turan: Film Trends for 2004 Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4253029/4253177" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Culture 'Hotel Rwanda' Tackles Horror of Genocide December 24, 2004 The new film Hotel Rwanda tells the story of the 1994 Rwandan genocide through one man's attempt to save some of his countrymen and women. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan has a review. 'Hotel Rwanda' Tackles Horror of Genocide Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4243739/4243740" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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77th Annual Academy Awards Eastwood Directs Winning 'Million Dollar Baby' December 17, 2004 Clint Eastwood's latest directing effort, Million Dollar Baby, features Eastwood as a boxing trainer and Hillary Swank as a woman trying to break into the fight game. Los Angeles Times critic Kenneth Turan offers a review. Eastwood Directs Winning 'Million Dollar Baby' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4232720/4232721" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Culture 'Ocean's Twelve' Lacks Punch December 10, 2004 What can you say about a sequel to a movie remake? Sequels sometimes miss the mark. Movie critic Kenneth Turan says Ocean's Twelve lacks key elements that made its predecessor, Ocean's Eleven, memorable. 'Ocean's Twelve' Lacks Punch Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4212197/4212198" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Culture Turan: 'Closer' Well Dressed but Emotionally Flat December 3, 2004 Los Angeles Time movie critic Kenneth Turan says the new movie Closer attempts to deal with the depth of human emotions involving love and relationships. Instead, you'll find empty people trying to fulfill their selfish desires. Turan: 'Closer' Well Dressed but Emotionally Flat Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4200941/4200942" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Culture 'Alexander,' Not-So-Great November 24, 2004 Los Angeles Times movie critic Kenneth Turan says the film Alexander, starring Colin Ferrell as the conqueror Alexander the Great, plays like a fantasy self portrait of writer-director Oliver Stone. 'Alexander,' Not-So-Great Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4185352/4185353" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Movies Turan: 'SpongeBob' Makes Successful Jump to Theaters November 19, 2004 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan says that despite its length and maturity level, The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie offers something for adults. Turan: 'SpongeBob' Makes Successful Jump to Theaters Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4178375/4178376" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Review Movies Kinsey: Conventional Film, Unconventional Subject November 12, 2004 Film critic Ken Turan reviews Kinsey, about the noted sex researcher, starring Liam Neeson and Laura Linney in the roles of Alfred Kinsey and his wife. Conservative groups say the movie "mocks Christianity and condones immorality." Kinsey: Conventional Film, Unconventional Subject Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4166835/4166836" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Movies A Winning Tribute to the Blues: 'Lightning in a Bottle' November 5, 2004 Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan calls Lightning In A Bottle a terrific concert film. It's a tribute to the blues that centers on last year's 100th anniversary of the music form. A Winning Tribute to the Blues: 'Lightning in a Bottle' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4145515/4145516" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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