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War Crimes
Yugoslavia’s former leader Slobodan Milosevic once was addressed as “President,” but ever since he went on trial for war crimes at The Hague, he’s been known as “the Accused.” Harper’s Magazine contributor Guy Lesser explains the Milosevic trial. Monona Rossol, president of Arts, Crafts and Theater Safety (ACTS), talks about the WTC cleanup and the dangers of working with hazardous materials. Then a discussion with film editor Thelma Schoonmaker on the 1937 movie ”The Edge of the World.” And restaurateur Keith McNally shares the Balthazar Cookbook.
Guy Lesser
Harper’s Magazine contributor Guy Lesser explains what the United States can learn from the trial of Slobodan Milosevic. His article in the January Harper’s issue is called ”War Crime and Punishment”.
Manona Rossel
Monona Rossel is President of Arts, Crafts and Theater Safety (ACTS), editor of its newsletter, ”ACTS Facts,” and Safety Officer for Local 829 of IATSE (International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees). She’s also the author of The Artist's Complete Health and Safety Guide.
Thelma Schoonmaker
Film editor Thelma Schoonmaker talks about her involvement in the recent DVD release and restoration of the 1937 movie ”The Edge of the World.”
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