ARTS & (HOME) ENTERTAINMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Since we are stuck inside, which shows have you been watching? Which movies? Have you read any good books lately? Any new music releases have you dancing in your living room? StreetWise vendors, readers and staff are sharing what is occupying their attention during this unprecedented time. To be featured in a future edition, send your recommendations and why you love them to Creative Director / Publisher Dave Hamilton at dhamilton@streetwise.org
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Black Panther "In my opinion, the hype over Black Panther was too shortlived. This was a phenomenal movie. Of course it was groundbreaking in its black representation, but on top of that, it was also a very well-done movie! The twists in the storyline kept your attention throughout the entire film, and the writing had so much depth. Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther) and Michael B. Jordan (Erik Kilmonger) show their immense talent in this film, and everyone can appreciate the skill put into this movie. All Marvel fans should subscribe to Disney Plus so they bring back this story - I really recommend it." Available for streaming with a Disney + subscription. Also available for purchase or rent on Vudu, Amazon Prime, and Youtube starting at $2.99. - Recommended by Rachel Koertner, StreetWise Intern
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Duolingo "Duolingo is a free app that makes learning a new language feel like a game. Learners can choose to brush up on a language they started learning years ago, or they can start fresh. The app offers courses in more than 90 languages and the pacing is unique to each learner. And even while social distancing, competitive learners can connect with and challenge friends to learn and practice more. Duolingo is available on Apple and Android devices as well as online at duolingo.com." Available in the Apple App store or Google Play. - Recommended by Allie Maloney, StreetWise employment specialist
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"Another Planet: A Teenager in Suburbia" by Tracey Thorn "Tracey Thorn became famous as one-half of the pop duo Everything But The Girl in the 80s and 90s. Their massive club and adult contemporary crossover hit "Missing" (and I miss you, like the deserts miss the rain...) is still a fixture on radio stations and dancefloors worldwide. While she has continued to make beautiful albums as a solo artist (including 2018's feminist-anthem filled Record, a must listen!) Thorn has also proven that her knack for writing song lyrics is also useful for writing novels. She has just released her third book, "Another Planet: A Teenager in Suburbia." Her first book, "Bedsit Disco Queen" chronicled her rise to fame, from an indie acoustic artist to a leader in the early days of electronica music. Her second, "Naked at the Albert Hall" is a deep-dive into the technical ins-and-outs of vocal control and a study of popular voices and how they came to resonate with so many fans. It sounds like it could be dry, but her writing style is full of English wit and always sustains a warm, inviting tone. Her supurb writing style is also evident in her regular contributions to the UK publications New Statesman and the Guardian." Available on all eReaders and wherever books are sold. -Recommended by Dave Hamilton, StreetWise publisher / creative director
