E-mail a friendMarch 8, 2004
Dr. Cornel West ponders whether Bush should be impeached if he lied about reasons for the Iraq war. Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman tells how his documentary of the 2000 election amplified his interest in politics.
Dr. Cornel West
Dr. Cornel West
A renowned scholar, Princeton professor Dr. Cornel West has written/edited more than 20 books, including Race Matters and, his memoir, Brother West. Outside of academia, he's been described as an "intellectual provocateur," with lectures, TV and film appearances and his spoken-word CDs. He provided philosophical commentary on all three Matrix films, and his disc, "Never Forget: A Journey of Revelations," combined hip-hop and intellectual dialogue. West has also taught at Harvard, Yale and Union Theological Seminary.
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Philip Seymour Hoffman creates memorable characters. His work in the films The Talented Mr. Ripley and Magnolia won Best Supporting Actor awards, and he's also a recognized presence on Broadway. He's earned Tony nods for his performances in such noted productions as Long Day's Journey into Night and True West. Hoffman is also co-artistic director of the LAByrinth Theater Company. Following his turn in HBO's Empire Falls, Oscar buzz has begun for his compelling performance in the film Capote - which he also exec-produced.