As we discussed last week, there always lies a certain danger when it comes to ethical journalism. While journalism in its essence is reporting as close to the truth as one can, more often than not, media outlets will choose the sensational over the honest in order to boost ratings. In Sidney Lumet’s Network (1976), this […]
Month: April 2021
The History of Earth Day
Happy Earth Day, everyone! Today is a day to celebrate the planet Earth, and discover new ways to protect her from harm. Whether it be through modifying one’s own behavior on a daily basis or raising awareness to affect change on a macro scale, Earth Day should be used as a time to reflect and […]
Nightcrawler and the Ethics of Media
Last week, we analyzed the ethicality of “Photographer as Witness: A Portrait of Domestic Violence”, a provocative piece by photographer Sara Naomi Lewkowicz. While the photographs are visually stunning and truly indicative of her skill as an artist, Lewkowicz’s work raises a number of ethical questions concerning the documentation of violence and abuse. Most importantly, […]
The Untold Story of On the Waterfront
The 1954 classic, On the Waterfront, is hailed for its gripping storyline and its star-studded cast. From Marlon Brando’s dedicated method acting to Eva Marie Saint’s beautiful portrayal of Edie Doyle, it is no wonder this film was and continues to be a big success. However, this Old Hollywood gem’s story and fame is much more complicated […]