joe strummer

 The battle is between the world of tradition... and the modern, frenzied world, without god and superstitions, without fear and without an idea of home as a place of roots.

 Shapeshifting is a cartoonish way of representing all that in human culture refuses to submit to the pure logic of profit and progress.

Pom Poko, directed by Isao Takahata, is a deeply moving film blending fantasy and documentary styles to explore the clash between tradition and modernity. Through the shapeshifting tanuki spirits, it reveals the loss of ancient culture and the rise of industrial progress. The film's tone balances farce and gravity, urging reflection on humanity's impact on nature. It acts as a thematic counterpart to Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke, enriching the environmental discourse with unique cultural depth. Explore Pom Poko's rich tale of tradition versus progress—watch this unique Studio Ghibli masterpiece today!

 She played at being the Madonna with the child to be swaddled.

 Sadness doesn’t exist here. This is the Gospel and this is the moral compensation of a friend to Lucio.

This review praises Lucio Dalla’s song 4/3/1943 for its deep emotional resonance and lyrical richness. It highlights the song’s themes of faith, life’s contradictions, and consolation found through art. The reviewer appreciates the intimate and evocative first-person storytelling and the song’s simple yet profound musical style. Connections to literature and cultural context enrich the song's significance. Listen to Lucio Dalla’s 4/3/1943 and experience a heartfelt journey through life and faith.

 The saxophonist’s audacity emerges, with his solos seemingly reviving the primordial force of rock and metal, the sax as the new electric guitar.

 Only the live excitement can return the nearly brutal power of these musicians, who are somewhat cocky because of how skilled they are.

Kamasi Washington's 2019 live performance at Circolo Magnolia delivers an intense, genre-defying prog jazz experience. His saxophone solos channel the power of rock and metal, elevating the concert with raw energy and musical mastery. The band’s tight interplay and extended improvisations keep the audience captivated throughout the two-hour set. Highlights include innovative rearrangements and standout moments from singer Patrice Quinn. Overall, the show is a thrilling journey into dynamic, soulful jazz fusion. Discover the thrilling power of Kamasi Washington live—listen to his jazz fusion masterpieces and experience the magic yourself!

 It’s as if the thought, our "background" cerebral activity, follows the progression of the music.

 The sound is a thick magma, impenetrable, yet luminous.

The review praises Sunn O)))'s Life Metal as a dense, abstract drone metal album that challenges traditional song structures through repetitions and sound distortions. It highlights the mental journey the music inspires, blending noise and symphonic elements. The analog production by Steve Albini adds to the album's rich and luminous texture. The reviewer appreciates Life Metal as less overtly dark than previous works but more exquisitely abstract. Dive into Sunn O)))'s Life Metal for an immersive and abstract drone metal experience—listen now and explore sonic depths!

 The choice of the great filmmaker is radical: his is an anti-epic narrative, anti-heroic, anti-romantic; it is comedic, frivolous, clownish.

 These are nobodies, brains in decay that make their greatest flaw (the lack of compassion) their tool to achieve success, to survive like tigers in the mafia jungle.

Marco Bellocchio’s film 'Il traditore' offers a daring and unconventional portrayal of the mafia, rejecting epic and romanticized narratives in favor of a comedic and anti-heroic approach. The film highlights the human flaws and petty nature of mafia figures, contrasting with traditional mobster cinema. Through Buscetta’s story and trial sequences, the movie emphasizes irony and absurdity rather than horror or intense drama. Bellocchio’s choice challenges common perceptions and leaves a memorable impact. Discover Bellocchio’s unique take on the mafia—watch 'Il traditore' and experience a bold, anti-epic crime saga.

 In this anesthetized world, trying to wriggle out of the toxic embrace of bourgeois life means entering a maze of suffering.

 You’re a guy who made me laugh at a party, and now just looking at you disgusts me.

Sam Mendes' Revolutionary Road vividly captures the suffocating atmosphere of 1950s middle-class America. The film, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, explores existential struggles and marital tension with a precise and literary screenplay. The strong performances elevate the emotionally charged narrative, offering a timeless reflection on societal pressures and personal disillusionment. Its portrayal of the toxic embrace of bourgeois life remains relevant and impactful. Discover the intense drama of Revolutionary Road—watch now and explore the haunting realities of love and life in 1950s America.

 Here, Brooker seems to have become timid, he dares very little nowadays.

 This is not Black Mirror, it’s another Netflix TV series, yet another useless one.

Black Mirror Season 5 marks a disappointing chapter in the series, lacking the innovative futuristic insights it was known for. The episodes feel conservative and safe, focusing on contemporary issues already well-explored elsewhere. Visual storytelling and plot development fall flat, with faint moralizing messages overshadowing imaginative narratives. Despite some promising ideas and strong performances, the overall impact is underwhelming. Read our review and decide if Black Mirror Season 5 lives up to its legacy or has lost its edge.

 "Showing the hero smashing heads even when it’s not necessary is certainly a good and just mission, necessary."

 "It’s all a provocation, a demonstration that all it takes is a former stuntman as director and a lot of irony to make a good action film."

John Wick 3 delivers an over-the-top action experience with a clever blend of style, relentless shootouts, and self-aware humor. The film embraces its own excesses, creating a near-parody of traditional action tropes while maintaining engaging fight choreography and aesthetic flair. Keanu Reeves leads as a bulletproof antihero in a world full of paradoxes and rules. Despite a somewhat thin plot, the movie’s audacity and irony make it an entertaining addition to the saga. Dive into John Wick 3’s relentless action and clever irony—experience this stylish shoot-’em-up today!

 A very predictable and ugly story, yet according to the screenwriters, it needs multiple explanations from the characters.

 In the end, it becomes a brawl not so different from Marvel’s (but much less beautiful, club fight vs duel at sword’s point, or the like).

Godzilla II disappoints with a predictable plot and oversimplified themes, abandoning the subtlety and balance of its predecessors. Despite impressive visual effects and monster battles, the story and character writing fall flat. The film attempts to compete with blockbuster franchises but lacks depth and coherence. Fans of traditional monster cinema may find this installment underwhelming. Read the full review and decide if Godzilla II's spectacle is worth your time or if you prefer classic monster cinema.

 After the seven moons of the apocalypse comes regeneration, after erotic despair comes love.

 Dalla sings with even more energy because he is no longer the humble prophet of the end of the world, but a herald who strains his voice to say that after death, of the world or every day, there is always an after, a rebirth, a dawn, a new year, a dance, a tango.

This review captures the emotional depth of Lucio Dalla’s self-titled album, highlighting its oscillation between despair and hope. The music combines pulsating bass, saxophone solos, and dramatic strings to support poetic lyrics and layered meanings. The album is situated between Dalla’s 1977 and 1980 works, portraying a complex mood of renewal amid skepticism. Milan serves as an emblematic backdrop, symbolizing the tension between life and death. Discover the evocative world of Lucio Dalla—listen to the album and experience its poetic dance between despair and hope.