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Olivia Wilde discusses new Kristof documentary ‘Half the Sky’

August 15, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

On Sunday, the PBS Documentary Half the Sky debuts. It’s based on the best-selling book of Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, and includes well-known Hollywood actors and actresses in major roles.

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Eva Mendes on ‘Last Night’

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