Documents tagged "Award"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_032005.txt
The document discusses the film "Wall Street" and its sequel "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps." The author mentions that Oliver Stone was inspired by his father's work as a stockbroker in New York City, and that the film is both a critique of Wall Street culture and an homage to his father. The film features characters such as Gordon Gekko, Bud Fox, and other white-collar workers who share an obsession with corruption and greed. In addition to discussing the movie's plot, the author also mentions some behind-the-scenes information about how Oliver Stone did research for the film by sending actors to work at Bear Stearns and casting Michael Douglas as Gekko against type.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_031359.txt
The document discusses a convention hosted by Nobel Charitable Trust called Earth Environment Convention where developers of eco-friendly products and renewable energy will exhibit their products. The event aims to promote sustainable development, provide grants for natural conservation efforts, support children's environments globally, and contribute to making Japan a leader in environmental issues and technologies. Unauthorized use of information or postings is strictly prohibited at the convention.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019864.txt
This article discusses the 2017 Academy Awards ceremony, focusing on the political and emotional climate of the film industry at the time. The author, Peggy Siegal, reflects on her personal experience as a cheerleader for Oscar hopefuls and shares insights into the unique circumstances surrounding that year's Oscars, including the historic win by "Moonlight" and its impact on the LGBTQ community and African American representation in Hollywood. Additionally, she addresses the backlash against "La La Land" leading up to the ceremony and the controversial mix-up involving Warren Beatty and a misplaced envelope.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_019088.txt
In the late 1970s, the author was torn between their role as an underground abortion referral service and a stand-up satirist who performed jokes about rape. After Roe vs Wade legalized abortion, they believed it would never be made illegal again, but in 2012, they became disillusioned with the right-wing religious conservative movement's attempts to re-criminalize reproductive rights. The author eventually dropped a controversial joke that involved the "rape-in" of legislator's wives after receiving backlash from feminist friends. In July 2012, a woman who prefers to remain anonymous went to a comedy club and sparked widespread controversy by expressing her disapproval of rape jokes being performed at the venue.