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A Boy, A Boat And A Bengal Tiger
By Myah Guild Reporter YouthJournalism International DUNSTABLE, Bedfordshire, England – The visual masterpiece that is Life of Pi hit our screens at the end of 2012 and has wowed audiences worldwide ever since. Director Ang Lee’s adaptation of the 2001 novel by Yann Martel follows the story of Piscine ‘Pi’ Patel, the son of an Indian zookeeper as he battles to survive as a castaway, with only a Bengal tiger for company. Instantly fascinating is the beauty and clarity of the picture as the story opens in Pondicherry, a French-inspired region of India. This theme continues throughout the story as spectacular scenes of huge diving whales and glowing fish appear in startlingly high definition. Suraj Sharma’s performance as Pi Patel is captivating as he goes through almost every emotion conceivable while drifting endlessly in the Pacific … Read entire article »
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If Justice Is Done, ‘Les Mis’ Will Win Oscars
By Myah Guild Reporter Youth Journalism International DUNSTABLE, Bedfordshire, England – Director Tom Hooper’s long-awaited adaptation of the consistently acclaimed novel and musical Les Misérables finally hit UK screens on January 11 and surely set the bar high for 2013 in film. Everything from the cinematography to the world-famous score was done in epic style. Following the life of convict Jean Valjean, played by Hugh Jackman, Les Misérables is a story of change and time as well as social injustice and revolution. Jackman’s portrayal of the felon pursued by Russell Crowe’s relentless Javert is simply outstanding and whilst Crowe’s singing is considerably weaker than his counterparts, his ability to convey the cruelty and complexity of Javert is a good distraction. Hooper’s decision to shoot the singing live paid off enormously as the emotion of the songs resounded … Read entire article »
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Pakistan Wins First Oscar With "Saving Face"
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nominee Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentary about acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars that a Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, who returns to his homeland of Pakistan and performs reconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks there. The HBO documentary is the story of one woman as she fights to see that the perpetrators are imprisoned for life for the crime. Victims are often women who refuse a marriage proposal or are unable to meet the demands of a dowry. Chinoy’s victory shines a light on a subject … Read entire article »
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Pakistan Wins First Oscar With "Saving Face"
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nomineeSharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentaryabout acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars thata Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, whoreturns to his homeland of Pakistan and performsreconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks … Read entire article »
Filed under: Academy Awards, Karachi, movies, Oscars, Pakistan, Saving Face, Sharmeen Chinoy, Waleed Tariq
Pakistan Wins First Oscar With "Saving Face"
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nominee Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentary about acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars that a Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, who returns to his homeland of Pakistan and performs reconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks there. The HBO documentary is the story of one woman as she fights to see that the perpetrators are imprisoned for life for the crime. Victims are often women who refuse a marriage proposal or are unable to meet the demands of a dowry. Chinoy’s victory shines a light on a subject … Read entire article »
Filed under: Academy Awards, Karachi, movies, Oscars, Pakistan, Saving Face, Sharmeen Chinoy, Waleed Tariq
Pakistan Wins First Oscar With “Saving Face”
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nominee Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentary about acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars that a Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, who returns to his homeland of Pakistan and performs reconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks there. The HBO documentary is the story of one woman as she fights to see that the perpetrators are imprisoned for life for the crime. Victims are often women who refuse a marriage proposal or are unable to meet the demands of a dowry. Chinoy’s victory shines a light on a subject … Read entire article »
Filed under: Academy Awards, Karachi, movies, Oscars, Pakistan, Saving Face, Sharmeen Chinoy, Waleed Tariq
Pakistan Wins First Oscar With “Saving Face”
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nominee Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentary about acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars that a Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, who returns to his homeland of Pakistan and performs reconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks there. The HBO documentary is the story of one woman as she fights to see that the perpetrators are imprisoned for life for the crime. Victims are often women who refuse a marriage proposal or are unable to meet the demands of a dowry. Chinoy’s victory shines a light on a subject … Read entire article »
Filed under: Academy Awards, Karachi, movies, Oscars, Pakistan, Saving Face, Sharmeen Chinoy, Waleed Tariq
Pakistan Wins First Oscar With "Saving Face"
By Waleed Tariq Senior Reporter Youth Journalism International KARACHI, Pakistan - Pakistani journalist, filmmaker and first-time Oscar nominee Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy won an Academy Award on Monday for her documentary about acid attack victims. The award, under the category Best Documentary Short, was the first time in the 84-year history of the Oscars that a Pakistani documentary was nominated and won. Saving Face chronicles British plastic surgeon Dr. Mohammad Jawad, who returns to his homeland of Pakistan and performs reconstructive surgery on survivors of acid attacks there. The HBO documentary is the story of one woman as she fights to see that the perpetrators are imprisoned for life for the crime. Victims are often women who refuse a marriage proposal or are unable to meet the demands of a dowry. Chinoy’s victory shines a light on a subject … Read entire article »
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YJI Reviewers Re Potential Oscar Winners
Catch up on our reviews of some of this year’s Oscar contenders: Best Picture:The ArtistThe DescendantsExtremely Loud & Incredibly CloseThe HelpHugoMidnight in ParisMoneyballThe Tree of LifeWar HorseBest Actress:Glenn Close, Albert NobbsViola Davis, The HelpRooney Mara, The Girl with the Dragon TattooMeryl Streep, The Iron LadyMichelle Williams, My Weeks With MarilynBest Actor:Demián Bichir, A Better LifeGeorge Clooney, The DescendantsJean Dujardin, The ArtistGary Oldman, Tinker Tailor Soldier SpyBrad Pitt, Moneyball TweetShare#call_to_action h4{padding:0px 5px;} … Read entire article »
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YJI Reviewers Re Potential Oscar Winners
Catch up on our reviews of some of this year’s Oscar contenders: Best Picture:The ArtistThe DescendantsExtremely Loud & Incredibly CloseThe HelpHugoMidnight in ParisMoneyballThe Tree of LifeWar HorseBest Actress:Glenn Close, Albert NobbsViola Davis, The HelpRooney Mara, The Girl with the Dragon TattooMeryl Streep, The Iron LadyMichelle Williams, My Weeks With MarilynBest Actor:Demián Bichir, A Better LifeGeorge Clooney, The DescendantsJean Dujardin, The ArtistGary Oldman, Tinker Tailor Soldier SpyBrad Pitt, Moneyball TweetShare#call_to_action h4{padding:0px 5px;} … Read entire article »
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YJI Reviewers Re Potential Oscar Winners
Catch up on our reviews of some of this year’s Oscar contenders: Best Picture:The ArtistThe DescendantsExtremely Loud & Incredibly CloseThe HelpHugoMidnight in ParisMoneyballThe Tree of LifeWar HorseBest Actress:Glenn Close, Albert NobbsViola Davis, The HelpRooney Mara, The Girl with the Dragon TattooMeryl Streep, The Iron LadyMichelle Williams, My Weeks With MarilynBest Actor:Demián Bichir, A Better LifeGeorge Clooney, The DescendantsJean Dujardin, The ArtistGary Oldman, Tinker Tailor Soldier SpyBrad Pitt, Moneyball TweetShare#call_to_action h4{padding:0px 5px;} … Read entire article »
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YJI Reviewers Re Potential Oscar Winners
Catch up on our reviews of some of this year’s Oscar contenders: Best Picture:The ArtistThe DescendantsExtremely Loud & Incredibly CloseThe HelpHugoMidnight in ParisMoneyballThe Tree of LifeWar HorseBest Actress:Glenn Close, Albert NobbsViola Davis, The HelpRooney Mara, The Girl with the Dragon TattooMeryl Streep, The Iron LadyMichelle Williams, My Weeks With MarilynBest Actor:Demián Bichir, A Better LifeGeorge Clooney, The DescendantsJean Dujardin, The ArtistGary Oldman, Tinker Tailor Soldier SpyBrad Pitt, Moneyball TweetShare#call_to_action h4{padding:0px 5px;} … Read entire article »
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