Religious Bigotry's Biggest Ally
Female critics are almost unanimous in praising The Golden Compass, while male critical responses are almost two to one unfavorable. The reason was simple: the film had a female protagonist.
Female critics are almost unanimous in praising The Golden Compass, while male critical responses are almost two to one unfavorable. The reason was simple: the film had a female protagonist.
Alex Remington | Posted 12.10.2007 | Entertainment
The Golden Compass is a somewhat enjoyable popcorn movie, particularly if expectations are not too high and attachment to the novels is not too deep.
Nica Lalli | Posted 12.06.2007 | Entertainment
The magic of The Golden Compass is the critical look it takes at religion. What will it take to bring about change in beliefs, some of which are antiquated?
AP | ERIC GORSKI | Posted 12.01.2007 | Entertainment
The plot sounds familiar: movie takes on religion, angers some faction of believers. But the furor surrounding "The Golden Compass," a $180-million ...
Guardian | Posted 11.27.2007 | Entertainment
If Darth Vader wore a blond wig, a slinky dress and a dab of Chanel behind each ear, he could hardly be as evil as Nicole Kidman, playing the gorgeous...
Michael Giltz | Posted 11.16.2007 | Entertainment
It's remarkable that William Donohue is still invited on TV after so many blow-ups on air. But whatever you think about his politics, Donohue simply doesn't comport himself in a Christian manner.
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Philip Slater | Posted 12.19.2007 | Entertainment