Gray Lady on docs
Caryn James of the New York Times writes up Oscar's documentary feature category this week, coming at things from the angle of evolution within what the branch has chosen to recognize since Michael Moore's "Bowling for Columbine" victory.
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This year all five nominees are politically charged, four are about war, and amazingly, only one feels like homework. Spurred by global conflict and by technology that allows filmmakers to turn out movies in months rather than years, these works carry urgent messages. With their pointed arguments, though, this year’s nominees also raise an inescapable question: Can they have any real political impact?
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Red Carpet District is Variety contributor Kristopher Tapley's attempt at making sense of the ever-expanding glut of film awards coverage. He's been on the beat for six years. Email 
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