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The Birth Of A Nation
Criticism
‘American Skin’ Review: Nate Parker’s Terrible Comeback Is Like a Cross Between Frank Capra and Tommy Wiseau
Nate Parker's new film — a clumsy found-footage political drama — is so bad that he deserves to be canceled on artistic grounds alone.
By
David Ehrlich
September 1, 2019 3:15 pm
Features
Nate Parker to Premiere ‘Birth of a Nation’ Follow-Up at Venice, Spike Lee Hails Film as ‘Tour de Force’
Parker stars in the politically-charged "American Skin," which he also wrote and directed.
By
Zack Sharf
August 7, 2019 9:08 am
Features
Martin Scorsese, Helen Mirren, and More Decry Removal of Lillian Gish’s Name From Theater
Bowling Green State University removed the Gish name in response to student protests decrying her appearance in "The Birth of a Nation."
By
Jude Dry
June 19, 2019 10:15 am
Features
Nate Parker Returns: Cop Drama ‘Black & Blue’ to Be Director’s First Movie Since ‘Birth of a Nation’
Parker is set to rewrite the script and direct this true story about LAPD detective Ralph Waddy.
By
Zack Sharf
March 23, 2018 3:00 pm
Features
Gabrielle Union Says She and Other Female Stars of ‘The Birth of a Nation’ Got ‘Thrown Out’ with Nate Parker
Meanwhile, she says, Lena Dunham and others benefit from "white girl privilege."
By
Michael Nordine
November 22, 2016 7:49 pm
Features
‘The Birth of a Nation’ Producer Edward Zwick Opens Up About ‘Painful Experience’ Surrounding Film’s Controversy
The film's executive producer (and early champion) spoke out about the challenges over the past several months.
By
Kate Erbland
October 19, 2016 6:16 pm
Features
Box Office Top 10 Takeaways: ‘The Girl on the Train’ Speeds Past Rivals
Amid another box office downslide, Fox Searchlight's high-profile "The Birth of a Nation" struggled in wide release.
By
Tom Brueggemann
October 9, 2016 6:36 pm
Features
Arthouse Audit: ‘The Birth of a Nation’ Disappoints in Wide Release
"The Birth of a Nation" went wide to so-so numbers given its acquisition cost. "Denial" and "The Beatles: Eight Days a Week" are bright spots in a dreary fall box office season.
By
Tom Brueggemann
October 9, 2016 1:55 pm
Features
IndieWire’s Movie Podcast: Screen Talk (Episode 118) – We Can’t Agree About Whether ‘The Birth of a Nation’ Is Actually Any Good
This debate gets heated. Plus: Why Annette Bening just entered the Oscar race with "20th Century Women."
By
IndieWire Staff
October 7, 2016 3:48 pm
Features
‘The Birth of A Nation’ Protesters Speak Out By Sitting Down in Hollywood
The historical drama's opening night was met by a silent sit-in organized by Fvck Rape Culture at Arclight Hollywood.
By
Liz Shannon Miller
October 7, 2016 1:42 am
Features
‘The Birth of a Nation’: Activist Group F*ck Rape Culture to Hold Candlelight Vigil During Thursday Night Showings
The event is being held for unnamed victims of sexual assault.
By
Michael Nordine
October 5, 2016 7:01 pm
Features
Nate Parker Attacks the Media, Asks Whether Journalists ‘Care About Anyone Involved’ in Rape Scandal
Parker went on the offensive during his interview with Steve Harvey.
By
Michael Nordine
October 5, 2016 3:54 pm
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