AUGUST 12, 1988

Full News Archive

• Headline: Scorsese's 'Last Temptation' Explores Jesus' Sacrifice. Impact: Had Scorsese made a different film about Jesus, perhaps we'd be worshipping a different kind of cinematic savior—a superhero Jesus who fights evil with CGI and one-liners. Who knew Hollywood could challenge theology?. Fact: Fun fact: This film stirred enough controversy that it could probably be classified as an early example of a 'religious film festival'—where the main event is just people arguing..
• Headline: Hollywood's Young Bloods in 'Youn Guns'. Impact: This charming little film convinced a generation of kids that being an outlaw was just a fun career choice. Thanks to 'Youn Guns,' we now have an entire subgenre of films trying to romanticize crime. Great job, Hollywood!. Fact: Did you know that 'Youn Guns' sparked a fashion trend? Because nothing screams 'rebellion' like a pair of oversized cowboy boots and a flannel shirt..
• Headline: Tompkins Square Park Brutality Complaints Surge. Impact: This event set off a chain reaction that led to protests, policy changes, and a lot of memes about police reform. Who knew that a few complaints could lead to a national conversation about accountability?. Fact: It's fascinating how societal outrage works—like a slow cooker, it takes time, but once it's ready, everyone is served a hot plate of reform!.
• Headline: Review/Film; Glimpsing the Soul of an Old Machine. Impact: Coppola's homage to classic car design might have inspired the future of automotive design, leading us to the electric car revolution. Without this film, we might all still be driving gas guzzlers and complaining about the price of fuel.. Fact: It's amusing how we glorify old machines while our smartphones are practically obsolete in a year. Maybe we should consider naming them classic too!.
• Headline: BUSINESS PEOPLE; Massachusetts Mutual Names Its Next Chief. Impact: The appointment of Thomas B. Wheeler led to a series of events that created a corporate culture focused more on profitability than ethics. If only they’d had a time machine to see the consequences of prioritizing profits over people!. Fact: Did you know that life insurance agents are basically the salespeople of existential dread? They sell you peace of mind, while reminding you that you won’t be around forever..