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The 50 Year Argument 2014

This film explores the literary, political, and cultural landscape through the history of The New York Review of Books, a leading journal of ideas. Over five decades, the publication has shaped conversations and sparked debate. The documentary features rare archival footage, interviews with contributors, and excerpts from writings by influential figures like James Baldwin, Gore Vidal, and Joan Didion, alongside original footage filmed in the Review’s offices in the West Village.

This film explores the literary, political, and cultural landscape through the history of The New York Review of Books, a leading journal of ideas. Over five decades, the publication has shaped conversations and sparked debate. The documentary features rare archival footage, interviews with contributors, and excerpts from writings by influential figures like James Baldwin, Gore Vidal, and Joan Didion, alongside original footage filmed in the Review’s offices in the West Village.

Does The 50 Year Argument have end credit scenes?

No!

The 50 Year Argument does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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