Word: expressionism
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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Knowledge and information are important resources in a modern technological society. The management of these resources, especially by government, has far-reaching implications for the quality and character of national life. In the United States the flow of information and ideas is accorded broad protection by the First Amendment to...
As the moody Beatrice, Duffy proves a master of facial expression and vocal variations. But the very power of her voice almost drowns out the meaning of her words. And when her part requires her to cry, Duffy gives an amateurish rendition of hysterics. Yet she understands her character and...
Almost untouchable on his corporate throne, Ford was perhaps the most secure executive in America. A biographer once told him that his book would give Ford the chance to set the record straight about many things. Snapped Ford: "Oh, let the fairy tales continue. Who gives a damn?" His most...
So does his movie; Maurice (pronounced Morris) is all high-mindedness and good taste. It has no emotional tension or -- heaven forfend -- strong expression of frustration or need. Occasionally an old pro like Denholm Elliott, Barry Foster or Ben Kingsley disregards directorial discretion and rips into a scene, because that...
The four movements--marked 'romantic', 'energetic', 'mysterious', and 'stormy'--exemplified the best characteristics of short piano repertoire, full of inspiration, yet never stifled by the brevity of the form. Within each short movement, the composer achieved a broad range of expression. His 'romantic' was romantic--resplendent in rolling arpeggios and...