Twenty-five influential films have been added to the National Film Registry, the Library of Congress announced Friday, including “Terminator 2,” “12 Years a Slave,” “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” and “Lady and the Tramp.” “Films are an integral piece of America’s cultural heritage, reflecting stories of our nation for more than 125 years,” Librarian of Congress…
A decade on, the Oscar-winning portrait of American slavery feels more potent than ever. The filmmakers explain its personal origins and ultimate triumph.