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Happy ending for director with ALS

Irish filmmaker Simon Fitzmaurice shepherded his passion project, “My Name Is Emily,” through to completion despite his diagnosis of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). Elizabeth Palmer reports on how the writer-director was able to oversee the film while only communicating through his eyes. Source

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The art of film titles

The beautifully designed, visually dynamic or hilarious openings for movies and TV shows can be like miniature films themselves, welcoming us to the characters’ worlds. Lee Cowan introduces us to the creative artists who conjure title sequences for movies and TV. Source

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Hollywood talent agency holds protest instead of pre-Oscar party

Hollywood is taking aim at President Trump’s proposed travel ban ahead of Sunday night’s Academy Awards ceremony. Around 1,000 people rallied in Beverly Hills outside the headquarters of United Talent Agency, railing against Mr. Trump’s proposed travel restrictions on seven Muslim-majority countries. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source

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Sock company Bombas gives back with “bee better” mission

Bombas launched in 2013 after its co-founders learned socks are the most requested clothing item at homeless shelters. With their “buy one, donate one” concept, more than 2 million socks have been donated. Bombas co-founders Randy Goldberg and Dave Heath join “CBS This Morning” to discuss their company’s mission. Source

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