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In waves and war, Doc10 returns

The documentary film festival celebrates its tenth anniversary with house music, nostalgia, politics, and more.

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Background photo of the Social Turners, a 19th century German American gymnastics club promoting German culture, physical activity, and liberal politics. Chicago’s chapter formed in 1852. Social Turners photo courtesy Chicago Public Library.Credit: Foreground photo and cover design by Kirk Williamson.

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