Matt Damon Stars in The Great Wall Amid Whitewashing Debate
The Great Wall, a $150 million China US co production, stars Matt Damon and Willem Dafoe defending humanity from monsters. Critics accuse whitewashing while noting the project is deeply rooted in Chinese production with a Chinese director and themes.
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Ghost In the Shell
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Wilkins woman joins Obalon balloon study for weight loss
Sherry Vukman, 53, of Wilkins Pennsylvania, participates in a nationwide clinical trial testing the Obalon balloon system for BMI 30 to 40. Researchers say the program targets patients who are obese but not eligible for bariatric surgery, part of a 2015 launch at 15 sites with over 300 participants.
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Vukman
Wilkins
George Eid
Bariatric and Metabolic Institute
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh
Lee
Stagger Stance Balance Exercise by Lavalle
Linda Lavalle presents an eight week balance exercise in the Work It series at University Hospitals Avon Fitness Center. The current move staggers stance with chair support, holds 30 seconds per leg, and aims to improve balance and leg core strength for seniors. For details contact Renee Barrett at 440 988 6822.
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University Hospitals
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Linda Lavalle
Florence Foster Jenkins heads to limited release
Paramount Pictures presents Meryl Streep in Florence Foster Jenkins the true story of a New York heiress who pursues a dream of opera fame despite a disastrous public reception. The film opens Friday in select theaters with Friday's Accent offering a full review.
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Florence Foster Jenkins
New York
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