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Christian Toto
Christian Toto is a freelance writer and film critic for The Washington Times. His work has appeared in People magazine, MovieMaker Magazine, The Denver Post, The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and Scripps Howard News Service. He also contributes movie radio commentary to three stations as well as the nationally syndicated Dennis Miller Show and runs the blog What Would Toto Watch?
The Stoning of Soraya M.: An Unflinching Look at the Unconscionable
A courageous film — based on a true story — unveils a brutal Islamic custom still practiced in Iran and elsewhere.
In Hollywood, ‘Hope and Change’ Trumps Critical Thought
A film insider's take on how media should influence global relations misses the mark.
Nurse Jackie: Another Hit for Showtime?
Or will this new medical drama quickly be put on life support?
The Goode Family Sends Up Liberal Sacred Cows
A new TV show pokes fun at a family with a hybrid car, a vegan dog named Che, and bumper stickers which say, "Support our troops and their opponents."
Shut Up, America: A Warning Siren for the Future of Free Speech
How the Obama administration could clamp down on conservative chatter.
Ideology Impedes Storytelling in Battle for Terra
A visually arresting 3-D film, Terra suffers from too much liberal preaching.
The Mirror Effect: Too Much Britney Is Bad for You
The dangers teenagers face as they model their behavior after celebrity narcissists.
State of Play: Comparing Bloggers to Bloodsuckers
The new film starring Russell Crowe and Ben Affleck mocks online journalism.
The All-American Gang War
A new documentary alternately glorifies and excuses violent gang behavior in Los Angeles.
