Category Archives: Reviews & Commentary

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Diversity U.S.A.

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Richard Guzman

Because I’ve spent my life studying diversity, that’s what first struck me about this year’s fab-five of U.S. women’s gymnastics.  I was proud—and even more so because so many others have also commented, with pride, about this team’s diversity. Only … Continue reading →

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Dan Guzman @ Carbone’s

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Richard Guzman

For the many who’ve asked about Dan Guzman’s performing, here’s an article about a recent gig complete with a pic of Dan about to twist some amp knobs.  Thanks to Ted Slowik, North Central College’s head PR guy, for sending me this piece, or … Continue reading →

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Fate and Style in The Godfather

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Richard Guzman

The editing of Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather surprises most younger viewers.  Used to the furious cutting, slick transitions, and time manipulations of Slumdog Millionaire, Inception, Memento, and a host of other contemporary films, plus the jumpiness of animations, adventure … Continue reading →

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