(Encyclopedia) James, Henry, 1843–1916, American novelist and critic, b. New York City. A master of the psychological novel, James was an innovator in technique and one of the most distinctive prose…
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The 2014 Academy Awards were presented on Feb. 22, 2015, at the Kodak Theatre. All of the nominees are listed below; the Oscar winners are in bold. Best Picture American…
In 2016, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences failed for a second consecutive year to nominate any African-American actors in the major acting categories, prompting director…
