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For Huntington, a universal civilization cannot exist. Civilizations have a millennial duration that outlasts empires and states. Being curious, feeling profoundly ignorant, and taking inspiration from those who think differently to change perspective is perhaps the only way to be more immune to fake news.
For Huntington, a universal civilization cannot exist. Civilizations have a millennial duration that outlasts empires and states.
Being curious, feeling profoundly ignorant, and taking inspiration from those who think differently to change perspective is perhaps the only way to be more immune to fake news.
This review thoughtfully evaluates Samuel P. Huntington’s book as a profound geopolitical analysis contrasting with Francis Fukuyama’s optimistic views. The reviewer highlights the complexity of civilizations, critiques simplistic worldviews, and stresses the importance of critical thinking. Huntington’s predictions on cultural clashes and multipolarism are seen as more accurate, despite some unforeseen events. The review encourages openness to diverse theories for better understanding global developments. Explore Huntington’s influential ideas and rethink global conflicts by reading this insightful review and the book itself.
Every now and then I like to watch silly movies to switch off my brain, have a hearty laugh without undercurrents. If you want to do trash, it needs to be trash to the core.
Every now and then I like to watch silly movies to switch off my brain, have a hearty laugh without undercurrents.
If you want to do trash, it needs to be trash to the core.
Cocainorao by Elizabeth Banks embraces its absurd and trashy nature, delivering light horror mixed with slapstick comedy. With intentionally poor special effects and a simple good-versus-evil plot, it offers laughs and distraction. The film doesn’t take itself seriously and is a fun, quick watch. Though it could have leaned harder into trashiness, it still entertains, helped by a decent pace and Ray Liotta’s final performance. Watch Cocainorao for a wild, trashy comedy experience that delivers laughs and absurd thrills!
Leaves in the Wind is essential and poetic in its extreme coldness and simplicity. The glasses emptied with a rhythmic cadence, practically in every scene, underscore the social plague of alcoholism in the Scandinavian countries.
Leaves in the Wind is essential and poetic in its extreme coldness and simplicity.
The glasses emptied with a rhythmic cadence, practically in every scene, underscore the social plague of alcoholism in the Scandinavian countries.
Foglie al vento explores the poignant story of two isolated souls finding magnetic love amid harsh social realities. The film blends social critique, wartime tension, and alcoholism within a minimalist, poetic style. Kaurismäki's work is layered with subtle sarcasm, evocative silences, and a crucial soundtrack that enhances the narrative's rhythm. This 82-minute film delivers deep emotional impact without excess. Dive into Kaurismäki's poetic world—watch Foglie al vento and experience its haunting beauty and profound themes.
The 190 minutes of Babylon rush by like a speeding train and carve deep grooves in the viewer’s memory. In all this great chaos, there is always a philosophical vein with melancholic tones.
The 190 minutes of Babylon rush by like a speeding train and carve deep grooves in the viewer’s memory.
In all this great chaos, there is always a philosophical vein with melancholic tones.
Babylon is an unforgettable three-hour cinematic experience that captures the excess and glamour of 1920s Hollywood with exceptional editing and performances. Margot Robbie and Tobey Maguire shine in complex roles, while the film explores the harsh realities of fame and the impact of technological change. Despite its length and chaotic style, the film deeply resonates and lingers in memory. It also serves as a heartfelt love letter to cinema’s magic. Discover the chaotic brilliance of Babylon—watch it now for a mesmerizing journey through Hollywood’s roaring twenties!
Limes appeals to me because it talks to us about the color gray in all its thousands of shades. Every time I finish an issue I feel more ignorant and I have to admit that all in all it’s a great feeling.
Limes appeals to me because it talks to us about the color gray in all its thousands of shades.
Every time I finish an issue I feel more ignorant and I have to admit that all in all it’s a great feeling.
The reviewer shares a personal, reflective perspective on subscribing to and reading Limes, an Italian geopolitics magazine. Praised for its balanced, professional approach to complex global issues, Limes offers nuanced coverage beyond media oversimplifications. The magazine's long-term vision and wide range of expert contributions stimulate critical thinking and uncover multiple perspectives. Despite personal time challenges, the reviewer values Limes as a source of in-depth, thoughtful analysis. Explore Limes magazine for a balanced, insightful look at today's complex geopolitical landscape.
"It’s a half mess because it’s a series devoid of even the slightest touch of genius. Simply boring." "...making it a negligible product, full of craft but lacking elegance."
"It’s a half mess because it’s a series devoid of even the slightest touch of genius. Simply boring."
"...making it a negligible product, full of craft but lacking elegance."
This review offers a critical perspective on Tim Burton's 'Wednesday' TV series, describing it as dull, predictable, and lacking the creativity and depth seen in Burton's earlier films. Despite high production quality, the series fails to engage, with bland characters and a storyline that falls flat. Only the character Thing is seen as credible, while the overall feel is compared unfavorably to subpar Harry Potter films. The reviewer laments a lack of sharp satire and poetic imagery, which Burton once mastered. Explore our full review and decide if Tim Burton’s Wednesday is worth your attention.
Östlund's film is quite entertaining but it tremendously recalls Parasite without reaching its heights. At times funny and irreverent but repetitive and with very slow rhythms that make an appealing and cunning work lose its bite.
Östlund's film is quite entertaining but it tremendously recalls Parasite without reaching its heights.
At times funny and irreverent but repetitive and with very slow rhythms that make an appealing and cunning work lose its bite.
The review critiques Ruben Östlund's Triangle of Sadness as a sharp satire targeting superficial Western society and capitalism. While entertaining, it lacks the originality and genius of comparable films like Parasite. The narrative is divided into three parts with notable but uneven impact. The film’s slow pace and repetition dilute its critical bite, leading to a sense of missed opportunity. Explore the sharp social satire of Triangle of Sadness—watch it now and join the conversation on capitalism and culture.
Taras’ love story is a crescendo of moving sweetness with the aroma of coffee drunk from an ashtray. Kurkov tells us about his wounded people, the contradictions of a complex country contested for centuries.
Taras’ love story is a crescendo of moving sweetness with the aroma of coffee drunk from an ashtray.
Kurkov tells us about his wounded people, the contradictions of a complex country contested for centuries.
Kurkov's 'Jimi Hendrix in Lviv' is a darkly poetic and satirical novel set in Lviv before the 2014 revolution. The story follows Taras, a near-doctor who endures a harsh life treating kidney stones, intertwined with a cast of memorable, deeply human characters. The novel's nocturnal atmosphere and witty social critique capture the contradictions of a wounded Ukraine. While surreal and sometimes bizarre, the plot serves as a backdrop to explore profound themes of resilience, dignity, and friendship. Dive into Kurkov's surreal and poignant 'Jimi Hendrix in Lviv' to discover a unique blend of satire, humanity, and Ukrainian cultural insight.
Ellison writes like this. A classic prose that within just ten lines becomes experimental, surreal, psychedelic, and dreamlike with constant shifts in rhythm where the reader almost struggles to keep up. The novel is raw, pessimistic, devoid of rhetoric and compassion, and unfortunately, it offers no solution other than the realization of one’s invisibility; the starting point from which to face the world for future redemption.
Ellison writes like this. A classic prose that within just ten lines becomes experimental, surreal, psychedelic, and dreamlike with constant shifts in rhythm where the reader almost struggles to keep up.
The novel is raw, pessimistic, devoid of rhetoric and compassion, and unfortunately, it offers no solution other than the realization of one’s invisibility; the starting point from which to face the world for future redemption.
Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man is a groundbreaking novel blending classic and experimental prose to depict a nameless protagonist's painful journey through racial and social invisibility. Set in mid-20th-century America, the story is raw, psychedelic, and deeply relevant today. The novel tackles the protagonist's shattered illusions and marginalization without pity, culminating in a stark realization of invisibility as a survival method. The review praises its timeless message and unique narrative style. Discover the haunting brilliance of Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man—read now to experience its unforgettable journey through invisibility and identity.
"Bunker knows what he’s talking about: he doesn’t simplify reality, he doesn’t trivialize the problems an inmate faces after his sentence is served." "Society promises forgiveness on paper, telling you to integrate and screw you. As if a hyena could ever truly become a poodle for the living room."
"Bunker knows what he’s talking about: he doesn’t simplify reality, he doesn’t trivialize the problems an inmate faces after his sentence is served."
"Society promises forgiveness on paper, telling you to integrate and screw you. As if a hyena could ever truly become a poodle for the living room."
This review praises Edward Bunker's Come una bestia feroce for its direct, no-frills prose painting a vivid picture of a former prisoner’s struggle to reintegrate. The story exposes societal dismissal and internal despair while capturing the impossibility of true transformation. The reviewer highlights the book’s gripping pace and philosophical depth, marking it as a must-read. Dive into Edward Bunker's gripping tale of survival and society’s cold indifference – read Come una bestia feroce now!
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