Syndicated columnist Richard Reeves discusses Oliver Stone's film, Nixon, and the effects of television and film on politics. Then, film critic Janet Maslin, of The New York Times, David Denby of New York magazine; and Stephen Schiff, of The New Yorker and National Public Radio, discuss Oliver Stone's film, Nixon, and other Christmas movies. They also take a look back at the year in film. watch
Journalist David Remnick talks about his recent trips to Chechnya and Moscow, the political developments and turmoil in both places, and his opinions on how the current situations will evolve.Then, Stephen Schiff, David Denby and Janet Maslin review the new movie Batman Forever and talk about the entertainment industry and the culture of the blockbuster in America.Finally, Rock Newman on Riddick Bowe, Mike Tyson, and professional boxing. watch
Reporter Laurie Garrett talks about her trip to Zaire to investigate and document the deadly Ebola outbreak, the families it has affected, and the outlook for the future. Then, David Denby, Peter Travers and Janet Maslin discuss summer movies including Crimson Tide, Casper, Die Hard, and The Bridges of Madison County. Finally, Susan Eisenhower talks about her new book Breaking Free: A Memoir of Love and Revolution, which tells the story of her cold war era relationship with Soviet physicist Roald Sagdeyev. watch
