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Obituaries

A collection of 4 posts
On Movies & Media

A great voice falls silent

Not to diminish his striking appearance: That noble nose, the formidable forehead, that subtle and bittersweet smile. But it was the voice, wasn't it? Sonorous, authoritative, superior, and so easily spoofed (best by Bendedict Cumberbatch). That was Alan Rickman's signature. With him, even casual conversation sounded
14 Jan 2016 2 min read
Farewell to a master
On Songs & Albums

Farewell to a master

Tomorrow is Veteran's Day. Today, though, I'm already saluting a veteran of the U.S. Army and the front lines of American music. Here's what I wrote in my Favorite Recordings of 2009 list after listening to Allen Toussaint's The Bright Mississippi
10 Nov 2015 1 min read
Jennifer Johnson Gilnett

In Memory of My Friend, My Boss, My Mentor: Jennifer Gilnett

The last 13 days have been a harrowing experience of heartbreak and loss for me and many who are close to me. I haven't said anything about it here at Looking Closer, but I think the time has come. First, some context: Based on the mail that I
20 Sep 2014 2 min read
Who Among Us Is Thirsty? — A Reflection on the Loss of Robin Williams
On Movies & Media

Who Among Us Is Thirsty? — A Reflection on the Loss of Robin Williams

I am sick at heart over the loss of one of my favorite imaginations.
12 Aug 2014 8 min read
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