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Edward the Black Prince

(Encyclopedia) Edward the Black Prince, 1330–76, eldest son of Edward III of England. He was created duke of Cornwall in 1337, the first duke to be created in England, and prince of Wales in 1343.…

The Contender

Director/Writer:Rod LurieDreamWorks Pictures; R; 132 minutesRelease:10/00Cast:Joan Allen, Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges Released in the midst of campaign season, The Contender is a well-timed…

Weep Show: Tears of Joy

Tears of Joy   Joan Crawford's Oscar-winning Mildred Pierce The weepy granted many actresses star-making turns — and Oscar-winning performances. The list of those who have…

When Music and Politics Collide

From Verdi to Pussy Riot, musicians use their lyrics and music as a vehicle to express their political views. by Jennie Wood Pussy Riot at Lobnoye Mesto on Red Square, Moscow Photo…

1948 Academy Awards

The 1948 Academy Awards were presented March 24, 1949 at the AMPAS Theatre, Los Angeles.Best Motion PictureHamlet (British) (J. Arthur Rank-Two Cities; Universal-International)Johnny Belinda…

Mancini, Laura, duchesse de Mercœur

(Encyclopedia) Mancini, Laura, duchesse de MercœurMancini, Laura, duchesse de Mercœurlouˈrä mänchēˈnē düshĕsˈ də mĕrcûrˈ [key], 1636–57, eldest of five famous sisters, nieces of Cardinal Mazarin, who…

Nobel Prize for Peace

Below find every winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, from 1901 through 2016. For years not listed, no award was made. 1901Henri Dunant (Switzerland); Frederick Passy (France)1902Elie Ducommun…