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Movies On The Radio: Dystopian Films

Interdisciplinary Studies

Sep 20, 2017

Movies On The Radio: Movies Set In School Offer Rebellion And Redemption

NC State film studies professor Marsha Gordon discusses the best school movies on this month's 'Movies on the Radio' with WUNC-FM host Frank Stasio. 

Aug 30, 2017

Spewing Venom And Mingling With Humans: What Movies Get Wrong About Dinosaurs

NC State film studies professor Marsha Gordon joins several NC State paleontologists on this radio broadcast about dinosaur depictions in the movies, and how accurate information on the screen can help bridge the gap between scientists and the public. 

Aug 22, 2017

Hat Queens With Attitude Reign In ‘Crowns,’ A Gospel Musical

NC State historian Blair Kelley discusses the significance of African American women's hats during this preview of the gospel musical "Crown."   

Aug 9, 2017

Movies on the Radio: Vacation Films

The most compelling vacation films may be those that show characters another side of themselves. NC State's film studies prof Marsha Gordon discusses vacation films on WUNC-FM's "Movies on the Radio" program. 

Jun 21, 2017

Movies on the Radio: Superhero Films That Soared, Or Splattered

NC State film studies prof Marsha Gordon joins WUNC State of Things host Frank Stasio to discuss what we look for in our heroes, who should count as “super,” how the genre is changing and whether technology is helping or hurting it. 

May 31, 2017

Movies on the Radio: Best and Worst Remakes

Film remakes can introduce a beloved film to a new audience or take a mediocre movie to a new level of greatness. But when a remake is badly executed, it can butcher a cherished classic. On this edition of “Movies on the Radio,” film expert and NC State English Professor Marsha Gordon picks apart the artistry of a remake. 

May 12, 2017

NC State Student Curates Collection of Historic African American Letters

A graduate student studying to become a museum curator combined his love for art and history to make a statement on the NC State campus. Carl Wilkins put up his first exhibit in the school's Hunt Library, but now he wants to make sure everyone gets a chance to see the pieces. 

May 10, 2017

The Queen Bee of Downtown Durham

They belong to Bee Downtown, an urban beekeeping startup founded in 2015 by Leigh-Kathryn Bonner, right after she graduated from North Carolina State University. 

May 1, 2017

For Students Thinking Globally, Consider Arabic Studies, Carolina Experts Say

NC State's major in foreign languages and literatures with a concentration in Arabic language and culture involves four years of Arabic language, along with courses in history, religious studies, political science and anthropology, to equip students to understand cultural and historical contexts and nuance in the Middle East. 

Apr 19, 2017

Movies On The Radio: Dystopian Films

WUNC's host Frank Stasio talks with expert Marsha Gordon, film professor at NC State, about how dystopian art emerges from societal reaction to politics and government.