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Super Hummingbirds Launch Season 35 of Nature on PBS

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Judith Trojan

The cover story of Sunday’s Parade magazine (10/09/16) caught my eye. It didn’t lure me in with revelations about the Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie break-up or stomach-turning tweets by Donald Trump. Far from it. Simply entitled Awe, the article goes on to encourage “the … Continue reading →

Posted in TV | Tagged Alejandro Rico-Guevara, Ann Johnson Prum, Birds, Christopher Witt, Janet Hess, Marcelo Araya Salas, NATURE, Nature & Wildlife, Patricia Clarkson, PBS, Super Hummingbirds | 1 Comment

Find Out Who Makes All the Difference on POV

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“It isn’t how you start, it’s how you finish,” says Robert Henderson, one of two African-American teenage boys whose hard-won journey from the South Side of Chicago through high school graduation and four years of college drive the five-year timeline in All … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Film, Publishing, TV | Tagged African-American Studies, All the Difference, American Graduate Let's Make It Happen, Krishaun Branch, Men's Studies, PBS, POV, Robert Henderson, The Other Wes Moore, Tod Lending, Urban Prep Charter Academy for Young Men, Wes Moore | 2 Comments

American Experience Remembers The Boys of ’36

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Judith Trojan

I’m writing this blog post from the second floor porch of a Victorian B&B in Ocean Grove, NJ, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There’s a brisk wind off the ocean today, but the sparkling white caps and the fishing boats hovering close to shore hold promise … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Film, Publishing, TV | Tagged American Experience, Daniel James Brown, Margaret Grossi, Mark Samels, Mary Carillo, Oliver Platt, Olympic Games, Rowing, Sports, The Boys in the Boat, The Boys of '36, University of Washington | Leave a comment

The Highwaymen Were Friends Till the End

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“They had a ball together,” recalls producer/director Jim Brown about the legendary subjects of his latest film. If you’re a fan of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings or Kris Kristofferson, you might want to kick back and spend an hour watching … Continue reading →

Posted in Film, Music, TV | Tagged American Masters, Country Music, Jim Brown, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Outlaw Country Music, Pete Seeger: The Power of Song, Stagecoach, The Highwaymen Friends Till the End, The Weavers: Wasn't That a Time, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson | 1 Comment

Jungle Animal Hospital Saves Lives and Nabs Criminals

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“There is hope at the end, and we are part of the hope,” says dedicated veterinarian Alejandro Morales at the conclusion of Jungle Animal Hospital. Filmed over the course of one year, the PBS NATURE series season finale highlights the noble work of Dr. Morales, … Continue reading →

Posted in TV | Tagged Alejandro Morales, Anna Bryant, ARCAS Rescue Center, Conservation, Endangered Species, Fernando Martinez, Guatemala, Jungle Animal Hospital, NATURE, scarlet macaws, spider monkeys, Wildlife Trafficking | Leave a comment

Nature Series Documents Powerful Caregiver-Animal Reunions

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Judith Trojan

If you’ve ever doubted that wild animals are capable of forming long-lasting, trusting and loving bonds with their human friends and caregivers, I urge you not to miss Animal Reunions, the latest episode of the PBS series, NATURE, debuting tonight, Wednesday, March … Continue reading →

Posted in TV | Tagged ABC News 20/20, Animals, Booee, Chimpanzees, Conservation, Damian Aspinall, Dr. Rebeca Atencia, Dr. Roger Fouts, Edwin Lusichi, Elephants, Gorillas, Great Ape Project, Howletts Wildlife Park, Interspecies Communication, Jane Goodall, Kim Wolhuter, NATURE | Leave a comment

Becoming Mike Nichols on HBO Recalls His Early Triumphs

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Judith Trojan

“I wasn’t interested in doing a film about anything other than his work as an artist,” says director/executive producer Douglas McGrath about the subject of his new documentary, Becoming Mike Nichols. “It’s not a gossipy piece.” McGrath’s goal certainly seemed a reasonable … Continue reading →

Posted in Cable, Film, Theater, Theatre, TV | Tagged An Evening with Mike Nichols and Elaine May, Barefoot in the Park, Becoming Mike Nichols, Buck Henry, Douglas McGrath, Elaine May, Elizabeth Taylor, Jack O'Brien, Neil Simon, Richard Burton, The Graduate, The Odd Couple, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? | Leave a comment

Moose: Life of a Twig Eater Makes Heart-Tugging Debut on PBS

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Judith Trojan

I love animals and am especially keen on supporting those who safeguard the lives and habitats of endangered animals in the wild. Great Apes, elephants, whales and dolphins have always been my particular passions. Up until now, I honestly never gave a second thought to Bullwinkle’s flesh … Continue reading →

Posted in TV | Tagged Animals, Bullwinkle, Canadian Rockies, Endangered Species, Fred Kaufman, Grand Portage, Hugo Kitching, Jasper National Park, Moose, Moose: Life of a Twig Eater, NATURE, Nature & Wildlife, Susan Fleming | 1 Comment

Mike Nichols Launches American Masters 30th Anniversary Season

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Judith Trojan

It would be difficult for any filmmaker, no matter how seasoned, to encapsulate the life story and creative accomplishments of someone as prolific and beloved as director, writer, comedian, actor, producer Mike Nichols (1931-2014) in a 60-minute documentary. I’m sure that Nichols’ friends and … Continue reading →

Posted in Film, Theater, Theatre, TV | Tagged American Masters, Angels in America, Biloxi Blues, Charlie Wilson's War, Elaine May, Jules Feiffer, Julian Schlossberg, MIke Nichols, Neil Simon, Nichols & May, The Graduate, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Working Girl | 3 Comments

Bonnie and Clyde Revisited on American Experience

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Judith Trojan

It’s been almost 50 years since actor/producer Warren Beatty revitalized his career with Bonnie & Clyde (1967). Directed by Arthur Penn, the film’s art-house take on the ill-fated Depression-era outlaw couple, Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker, turned true crime cinema on its ear and … Continue reading →

Posted in Film, TV | Tagged American Experience Bonnie & Clyde, Bonnie & Clyde, Bonnie Parker, Clyde Barrow, Crime & Punishment, Faye Dunaway, Great Depression, John Maggio, Mark Samels, Warren Beatty, WGBH Boston | 6 Comments

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Category Archives: TV

Super Hummingbirds Launch Season 35 of Nature on PBS

Find Out Who Makes All the Difference on POV

American Experience Remembers The Boys of ’36

The Highwaymen Were Friends Till the End

Jungle Animal Hospital Saves Lives and Nabs Criminals

Nature Series Documents Powerful Caregiver-Animal Reunions

Becoming Mike Nichols on HBO Recalls His Early Triumphs

Moose: Life of a Twig Eater Makes Heart-Tugging Debut on PBS

Mike Nichols Launches American Masters 30th Anniversary Season

Bonnie and Clyde Revisited on American Experience

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