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This month marks the 40th anniversary of 'Do They Know It’s Christmas?' the all-star UK benefit single for Ethiopia famine relief that became a defining moment in the intersection between celebrity and charity. However, despite raising millions of dollars for Ethiopia, the song has come to be seen by many as perpetuating negative stereotypes of Africa. Culture writer Nels Abbey and music journalist Maura Johnston reflect on the song’s legacy—as well as a whole new controversy surrounding the new 40th-anniversary version of the song. Plus, Nick Newman, managing editor for The Film Stage, attended the screening of 'Rust' and joins Elamin to talk about the experience of watching a movie that’s become so intertwined with tragedy.
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This month marks the 40th anniversary of 'Do They Know It’s Christmas?' the all-star UK benefit single for Ethiopia famine relief that became a defining moment in the intersection between celebrity and charity. However, despite raising millions of dollars for Ethiopia, the song has come to be seen by many as perpetuating negative stereotypes of Africa. Culture writer Nels Abbey and music journalist Maura Johnston reflect on the song’s legacy—as well as a whole new controversy surrounding the new 40th-anniversary version of the song. Plus, Nick Newman, managing editor for The Film Stage, attended the screening of 'Rust' and joins Elamin to talk about the experience of watching a movie that’s become so intertwined with tragedy.
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