as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an exploration into the disappearance of famed aviator Amelia Earhart
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Her films disrupt conventional storytelling methods by employing magical realist explorations of spirituality, labor, and the environment to critique both social and ecological imbalances.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Future Publishing | Future | Getty Images YouTube has transformed itself from a place to watch funny cat videos, explorations of dance history, and Charlie biting fingers into one of the largest media companies in the world.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
YouTube has transformed itself from a place to watch funny cat videos, explorations of dance history, and Charlie biting fingers into one of the largest media companies in the world.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
With this year’s addition of Mi Familia, director Gregory Nava now has three explorations of the Hispanic experience on the registry.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
With this year’s addition of Mi Familia, director Gregory Nava now has three explorations of the Hispanic experience on the National Film Registry, the other titles being El Norte and Selena.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Stretching from Alaska to Puerto Rico, there are so many reasons to explore the States this year—from nature explorations, to food and wine trails and cultural immersions.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Dec. 2024
Among this season’s creators are British-Ghanaian photographer and filmmaker Campbell Addy, known for his poignant explorations of race and identity, and acclaimed fashion director Gabriel Moses.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
Diaz’s recipes are cultural explorations that remind readers of the history and the significance of ingredients like sofrito and callaloo.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
Matthew Carey, Deadline, 23 Dec. 2024
Future Publishing | Future | Getty Images YouTube has transformed itself from a place to watch funny cat videos, explorations of dance history, and Charlie biting fingers into one of the largest media companies in the world.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
YouTube has transformed itself from a place to watch funny cat videos, explorations of dance history, and Charlie biting fingers into one of the largest media companies in the world.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
With this year’s addition of Mi Familia, director Gregory Nava now has three explorations of the Hispanic experience on the registry.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
With this year’s addition of Mi Familia, director Gregory Nava now has three explorations of the Hispanic experience on the National Film Registry, the other titles being El Norte and Selena.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Stretching from Alaska to Puerto Rico, there are so many reasons to explore the States this year—from nature explorations, to food and wine trails and cultural immersions.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Dec. 2024
Among this season’s creators are British-Ghanaian photographer and filmmaker Campbell Addy, known for his poignant explorations of race and identity, and acclaimed fashion director Gabriel Moses.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
Diaz’s recipes are cultural explorations that remind readers of the history and the significance of ingredients like sofrito and callaloo.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
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