Bisina SomtoFormer President Barack Obama took to social media to share his personal favorites in movies, books, and music for the year 2023, inviting followers to engage in the conversation by sharing their own preferences.
Obama, known for his discerning taste, curated a diverse list of standout books. Among his literary favorites were “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride, “The Maniac” by Benjamin Labatut, “Poverty, by America” by Matthew Desmond, “How to Say Babylon” by Safiya Sinclair, “The Wager” by David Grann, “Chip War” by Chris Miller, and “The Vaster Wilds” by Lauren Groff. Notably, his literary journey delved into themes ranging from societal challenges to the intricacies of human relationships.
The former president’s cinematic picks showcased a blend of personal and Higher Ground, the production company he shares with Michelle Obama.
Films like “Rustin,” “Leave the World Behind,” and “American Symphony” made the cut as Obama highlighted their excellence, acknowledging his bias as a producer but affirming their merit.
Beyond personal preferences, Obama used the platform to acknowledge and celebrate the end of historic strikes within the Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA.
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The strikes, aimed at advocating for improved working conditions and protections, led to transformative changes in the industry. In recognition of their hard work, Obama recommended films that reflected the impact of these industry-altering strikes, including titles such as “The Holdovers,” “Blackberry,” “Oppenheimer,” “American Fiction,” “Anatomy of a Fall,” “Monster,” “Past Lives,” “Air,” “Polite Society,” and “A Thousand and One.”
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