Brian Mastroianni
Brian Mastroianni is a multimedia journalist and freelance writer whose work has been featured on CBSNews.com, SpitefulCritic.com, read on-air by anchors at New England Cable News, and published in the pages of The Berkshire Eagle, The Brown Daily Herald and Brown Medicine Magazine. Follow him on Twitter @brimastroianni.
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Up for Grabs: North Carolina's New Role as a 2012 Swing StateAn overview of where the 2012 race for the White House currently stands in North Carolina. After winning over the traditionally-'Red' state in 2008, President Barack Obama and his re-election team face a close race with Governor Mitt Romney.
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Florida Dead Heat: Romney and Obama Virtually Tied in Swing StatePresident Obama and Mitt Romney find themselves in a statistical dead heat, according to a recent Qunnipiac University poll. With the economy the driving issue among Florida voters, both candidates are working hard to win over the Swing State's voters.
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To Die For: Nicole Kidman's Cannes SuccessAfter nearly a decade's absence, Nicole Kidman returns to the Cannes Film Festival this year with two films featured prominently. A look back at some of her past Cannes triumphs.
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Ready for Their Close-Ups: Young Filmmakers Share Stories of Breaking Into the Film IndustryA feature profiling three young filmmakers at different stages of their careers. In a time when many young people are having trouble finding work, these three budding directors are following their passions and learning the industry ropes.
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The Tween Effect: How Directing a Popular Blockbuster Can Change a Director's CareerAn examination of the tween effect: What happens to the directors who take on massive, kid-friendly franchises like 'Twilight' and 'Harry Potter'? Will 'The Hunger Games' propel director Gary Ross to a new level of success?
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Rick Santorum, Snobs and the College ConundrumCommentary on Rick Santorum's "snob" comments directed at President Obama. Why the GOP contender has it all wrong, and what it says about attitudes toward education in this country.
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Leonard Maltin Discusses the Importance of Winning an OscarThis article takes a look at the Midas Touch that comes to those lucky enough to win an Academy Award. An interview with famed film historian and critic Leonard Maltin reveals that an Oscar, or even just a nomination, can forever change one's career. -
Will Incumbent's Advantage Assist Obama in 2012 Election?A look at presidencies past, examining how the current crop of 2012 candidates (including President Obama) could learn from the successes and failures of some of their predecessors in their respective elections.
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Is SAG Oscar's Crystal Ball?A look at the synchronicity between SAG and Oscar votes. With Jean Dujardin's surprise victory over awards favorite George Clooney, will this be a year SAG predicted a surprise Oscar outcome? A look at Oscar races past. -
Foreign-Born Unknowns Who Made Their Mark at the OscarsThis year, actors like Demien Bichir, Berenice Bejo, and Jean Dujardin -- all unfamiliar to mainstream, U.S. audiences -- found themselves very much in the spotlight as Oscar nominees. A look back at other foreign-born unknowns who earned acting nods. -
What Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich Could Learn from Gabrielle GiffordsAs we near the Florida primary, the arguments between the men running for the GOP nomination are becoming increasingly vitriolic. Is this the right tone for national leaders? What these candidates could learn from Gabrielle Giffords bravery and grace.
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Hollywood's Latest Trend? Going Back in TimeAn examination of 2011 and the large number of films like 'The Artist,' 'Hugo,' and 'Midnight in Paris' that looked to the past in a nostalgic way. 2012, with its multiple re-releases and references to past films, continues the trend.
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The Real Housewives of DowntonA look at the special appeal and addictive quality of PBS' surprise hit, "Downton Abbey." More soap opera than stuffy drama, the show is experiencing crossover appeal in its second season.
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'The Artist' Silently Laughing Its Way to Oscar GoldIn light of 'The Artist's' Globe win for Best Comedy or Musical on Sunday, a look at the select group of films that have gone on to win Best Picture at the Oscars after having won in the category.
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New Hampshire's Politically Active Youth Influence Primary ResultsWhat makes New Hampshire students so drawn to politics? Ron Paul's popularity with young people helped him in Iowa, will it help him in NH? A look back at the last election proves that the youth vote is a powerful key to success in the Granite State.Also published on: