Word: toning
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...completely understand the tone or the specifics of her memo," Williams said. "I wasn't expecting it, and I wouldn't say it's an accurate representation. The dealings with her on the committee have been cordial and optimistic...
...march set a new tone for Black America. It signaled an end to an era of dependence. The march was conceived, planned and carried out by black leaders. It also united leaders who were previously at odds. The day is past when whites can influence the agends or the leaders Black America embraces...
...unimpressed by his "comeback." "It was last year's story, and prior to that it was a story in '89, and prior to that it was a story in '83, and prior to that it was a story in '80," he says, no trace of bitterness in his tone. "I've never quite figured out why I'm the comeback kid when another actor might just have a normal career of movies that work and don't work...
...film has a broad scope, addressing skin-tone prejudice, sexism within the black community, family relationships, civil rights movements, gangs, the Black Panthers, perceptions of homosexuality, the relationship of hair and fashion to Black self-definition, Afrocentrism, life in the urban ghetto, etc. While each of these subjects is fascinating in and of itself, the sheer number of issues is overwhelming. And with all of this crammed into an hour and twenty minutes, all subjects are obviously not addressed evenly...
...Austen novel: It is louder, more simplistic and garish than the original. When Anne and Wentworth kiss on the street in Bath, the whole social code which underlies Austen's world is simply tossed aside in the name of a satisfying climax. But although the film's tone is not perfect, it is close. And the acting, cinematography, even music, are as good as could be hoped for. Go see "Persuasion," but don't forget to stop at the bookstore on the way home...