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Linguist Ross Perlin’s Quest to Preserve New York’s Endangered Mother Tongues
As part of Documented’s new “Our City” interview series, we are speaking to prominent and influential New Yorkers who have deep connections to New York’s immigrant communities, some of whom are immigrants themselves. We ask them about how they made New York City their own, where they feel most connected to in the city, current […] The post Linguist Ross Perlin’s Quest to Preserve New York’s Endangered Mother Tongues appeared first on Documented.
RaMell Ross’ ‘Nickel Boys’ To Open New York Film Festival
RaMell Ross’s Nickel Boys will be the Opening Night of the 62nd New York Film Festival at Alice Tully Hall on September 27, the fest’s parent organization, Film at Lincoln Center, revealed today. 'Nickel Boys' Production Company Louverture Films Adds Key Execs And Collaborators As Co-Founder Danny Glover Steps Down As CEO The adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel stars Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson in the story of two Black teenagers who become wards of a barbaric juvenile reformatory in Jim Crow-era Florida. In the harrowing tale inspired by actual events, their close friendship helps sustain their hope even...
Devils in the Details - 7/22/24: The Squire Edition
A look at the well-balanced defense the Devils should now have: “With the additions of Pesce and Dillon and hopefully a bounceback season from Jonas Siegenthaler, the Devils should have three defenders who post positive ratings on the defensive side of the game. Sheldon Keefe will be able to pair this trio with three defenders who all had positive offense ratings last year: Dougie Hamilton, Luke Hughes, and Simon Nemec. The Devils will have a defense with above-average players in both aspects of the game.” [Infernal Access]
Video captures tense moment during NYC house fire bailout
NEW YORK — Video recorded at the scene of a residential fire in Stapleton captures the moment two firefighters narrowly dodged roaring flames. In the footage captured by Michael J. Carrasquillo, the blaze can be seen engulfing a vehicle to the side of the home. As firefighters move about before the front of the property, two firefighters can be seen emerging from a second-floor window onto a portion of the roof.
Rutgers Rant: Big Ten football media days preview, basketball practice observations
It is talking season in the Big Ten. The conference’s annual football media days will take place this week in Indianapolis, and Rutgers will be one of the first programs to participate this year. The Scarlet Knights will be in attendance on Tuesday — the first day of the...
Adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s ‘Nickel Boys’ to open New York Film Festival this fall
“Nickel Boys,” an adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, will open the 62nd New York Film Festival in September, organizers said Monday.Filmmaker RaMell Ross directed the drama based on the 2019 novel about two Black teenagers in an abusive reform school in Florida in Jim Crow-era Florida. Whitehead used the real Dozier School for Boys, and its victims, as a model. The cast includes Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Hamish Linklater, Fred Hechinger, Daveed Diggs and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.“’Nickel Boys’ signals the emergence of a major filmmaking voice,” said Dennis Lim, the festival’s artistic director, in a statement. “RaMell Ross’ fiction...
Calling all Knicks fans & collectors
Calling all Knicks fans! We’re on the hunt for the ultimate collection of Knicks memorabilia. Whether you collect Knicks cards, signed memorabilia, game-used equipment, or any other Orange and Blue treasures, we want to hear from you!. This upcoming season, we are planning to run a feature on one...
Meet Up and Coming Funny Guy Ismael Gaynor
Ishmael Gaynor, hailing from Yonkers, NY by way of Washington, DC, started his stand-up comedy career in Washington, DC. He grew up in the entertainment business where his father and mother worked in the music and fashion industry respectively. Their grind rubbed off on him. He has quickly risen through the ranks of both the NYC and Washington, DC comedy communities with his gut-busting, conversational style and his tell-it-like-it-is approach. He has won 25 comedy competitions and 30 comedy festivals.
The Yankees Could Consider Two Former Pitchers At The Trade Deadline
The Yankees are considered possible buyers at the trade deadline. Pitching may be an area to address, and two former Yankees could be on the market. Could New York see a possible reunion?. The Yankees Could Consider Two Former Pitchers At The Trade Deadline. The Yankees have a well-structured staff...
Sue’s Muse: An Interview with Eden Casteel
I thought some of you would like to hear what it’s like to launch, book and perform a show when you are an out-of-town talent. This impessive singer, producer and educator not only brought her debut show to New York, it was nominated for a MAC Award her first time out. In the interview she forgot to mention one of her mentors, Ruth Hart of Maine Cultural Center and I boofed on my dear friend’s name…I referred to Michael Kirk Lane as Michael Lane Kirkman. All that aside please meet the lovely and oh so talented, Eden Casteel…
This Is TASTE 436: Kareem Rahma
Kareem Rahma is a comedian and media host based in New York City. He’s the mind behind several popular online series, like Subway Takes and Keep the Meter Running, where he provides an insider look into the hot takes and taxi driver dining destinations that power the city. It’s so fun to have him on the show to talk about his new show The Last Stop, his media POV, and his past as a teenage delinquent McDonald’s employee.
New Jersey Devils if They Were Summer Olympians
The Summer Olympics are nearly upon us, as the 2024 edition will take place in Paris, France starting July 26. The 18-day-long event is sure to help pass a good chunk of time until the NHL makes its return. But imagine if NHLers could participate in the summer games? With a young and talented group, the New Jersey Devils would have some great candidates in the fold:
‘Nickel Boys’ announced as the opening night film of the 2024 New York Film Festival
The 62nd edition of the New York Film Festival will kick off with RaMell Ross’s “Nickel Boys,” an adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “The Nickel Boys.”2025 Oscar Predictions: Best Costume Design Film at Lincoln Center made the announcement early Monday and notably didn’t specify a premiere designation for the film, perhaps an indication that “Nickel Boys” will have its world premiere at another festival such as the Telluride Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, or Venice Film Festival. “What an absolute honor for ‘Nickel Boys’ to open the 62nd New York Film Festival… a daydream really, for the crew, the...
The Vintagent Trailers: Sixth Street Specials
SIXTH STREET SPECIALS (TBD) Key Cast: Hugh Mackie, Joshua Mackenzie, Fumi Matsueda, Oliver Meechan. Ezekiel Victor is a filmmaker from Asheville, currently splitting his time between there and Brooklyn. His Uncle used to own the motel and gas station at Deals Gap so some of my oldest memories are seeing bikes race up the hill at the entrance of the Dragon. His second birthday party was even motorcycle themed, giving motorcycles a very personal place in his heart.
Meek Mill Suffers More Diddy Jokes Thanks To Viral ATV Excursion
Fans are still getting on Meek Mill about the rumors. Meek Mill is facing a barrage of jokes on social media in regard to his alleged relationship with Diddy. The renewed jokes come after he posted clips of himself riding an ATV in the streets of Newark, New Jersey. "Big benders …. Don’t try this at home!" he captioned the series of videos.
Knicks in the Spotlight: 5 Greatest Seasons of the 21st Century
There is a certain charm to performing well with the New York Knicks. They are one of the biggest franchises in the NBA, and Madison Square Garden is often considered the “Mecca” of basketball. Every player wants to do well at the Mecca, and the Garden has been host to some of the best games in the history of the NBA. Including Reggie Miller‘s eight points in nine seconds, Carmelo Anthony‘s 62-piece, Jeremy Lin‘s 38 to outduel Kobe Bryant, and many more.
WBC order Robson Conceicao-O'Shaquie Foster rematch
The WBC have officially ordered a rematch between Robson Conceicao and O’Shaquie Foster for the junior lightweight title after the controversial decision in their first fight earlier this month. Conceicao dethroned then-champion Foster at the Prudential Centre in Newark, New Jersey on July 6 via split decision. The contest...
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