Oscar nominations were released, and Tablet Magazine points out that one of their own, contributor David Rakoff, helped write The New Tenants, a nominee for Best Short Film (Live Action).

Rakoff, author of Fraud and Don’t Get Too Comfortable, is here Mar 8 with Annie Leonard for The Story of Stuff. Leonard is also the creator of the internet film sensation of the same name, The Story of Stuff, a 20-minute animation of the consumerist society.

Coming up in April at 92Y: The American Popular Culture of the Great Depression Era Lectures Series. Five lectures examine that time and the themes of survival, escapism, labor empowerment, questioning capitalism and family/traditional values. Save over 20% of the full cost of all lectures by purchasing a subscription, which also guarantees you a seat when they sell out.

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