This document provides a summary of the 8th annual New York City Greek Film Festival, highlighting some of the films shown. It discusses audience reactions to films like "Brides" and "Little England" as well as interviews with the filmmakers. It also summarizes the controversial film "Dogmouth" and the audience's response. The festival was well attended and helped expose audiences to modern Greek culture through film.
The film Crash (2004) directed by Paul Haggis won three Academy Awards. It depicts four intersecting stories that explore racism in Los Angeles from different perspectives. Whiplash (2014) stars Miles Teller as a young drummer who pursues excellence under the abusive instruction of his teacher played by J.K. Simmons. August: Osage County (2013) depicts troubled relationships between a mother and her three daughters when their father disappears in rural Oklahoma. Love Actually (2003) is a romantic comedy featuring an ensemble cast and several intertwining love stories taking place in London around Christmas time.
Films and TV series which were watched by POLISH grandparents, parents and no...pavpil
The document provides information on several Polish films from the 1950s-1980s including comedies, adventure films, and films for children. It lists the titles, production years, genres, short plot summaries, and cast/crew for films like "Eva Feels Sleepy", "Mr. Anatol's Hat", "Four Armoured and a Dog", "Summer Holidays with Ghosts", and "The Leśniewscy Family". The films portrayed everyday situations and characters that many Polish families of the time could relate to.
The film August was directed by John Wells and stars Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts and Ewan McGregor. It is set in Oklahoma and explores the troubled relationships between a mother and her three daughters when their father disappears and commits suicide. One strength of the film is the dialogue and fight between the bitter mother Violet and her daughter Barbara. The reviewer recommends it for its exploration of psychology and psychotic family relationships.
The film Whiplash depicts the intense relationship between ambitious young jazz drummer Andrew and his abusive but talented instructor Terence Fletcher. Andrew is accepted into Fletcher's elite studio band but Fletcher pushes his students to extreme limits. The film contains highly stressful scenes and shows the sacrifices needed to excel in music. It features wonderful jazz music and an impactful ending, showing the hardness of achieving greatness in music.
Good Will Hunting was directed by Gus Van Sant and stars Matt Damon, Robin Williams and Ben Affleck. It tells the story of Will, a genius who works as a janitor at MIT but has not reached his potential. When his talents are discovered by his therapist Sean Maguire, played by Robin Williams, Will must decide whether to accept help developing his gifts or stay in his current situation. I recommend Good Will Hunting for its compelling characters and exploration of personal growth.
The document defines allusions as references within a work to something famous outside of it, such as people, places, events, stories, or works of art. Allusions help readers understand new information by connecting it to something already familiar. However, allusions can be difficult for some to grasp if they are not well-read. The document provides several examples of allusions from literature, art, movies, television, and music to famous works like Shakespeare plays, Greek mythology, and the Bible to effectively summarize the key points about allusions.
1) Happy endings have become popular, especially during difficult times, as people seek escapism and optimism in stories. However, some argue this "happyendingification" diminishes the artistic integrity of works.
2) During the 1930s Depression, many classic stories that originally ended tragically, such as Frankenstein and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, were adapted for film with happier conclusions. Producers believed audiences wanted fun and the idea of the hero succeeding.
3) The desire for happy endings persists today across genres and eras. Works are sometimes altered from their original endings to provide resolution and comfort, though some view this as pandering to audiences.
The virtual exhibition presents books and films about cinema, including adaptations of books into films. It features summaries and images from films like Matilda, The Shawshank Redemption, It's a Wonderful Life, and Bonnie and Clyde. Books that inspired films like Fahrenheit 451 and Three Men in a Boat are also highlighted. The exhibition aims to immerse viewers in the world of cinema and its connections to literature.
The film Crash (2004) directed by Paul Haggis won three Academy Awards. It depicts four intersecting stories that explore racism in Los Angeles from different perspectives. Whiplash (2014) stars Miles Teller as a young drummer who pursues excellence under the abusive instruction of his teacher played by J.K. Simmons. August: Osage County (2013) depicts troubled relationships between a mother and her three daughters when their father disappears in rural Oklahoma. Love Actually (2003) is a romantic comedy featuring an ensemble cast and several intertwining love stories taking place in London around Christmas time.
Films and TV series which were watched by POLISH grandparents, parents and no...pavpil
The document provides information on several Polish films from the 1950s-1980s including comedies, adventure films, and films for children. It lists the titles, production years, genres, short plot summaries, and cast/crew for films like "Eva Feels Sleepy", "Mr. Anatol's Hat", "Four Armoured and a Dog", "Summer Holidays with Ghosts", and "The Leśniewscy Family". The films portrayed everyday situations and characters that many Polish families of the time could relate to.
The film August was directed by John Wells and stars Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts and Ewan McGregor. It is set in Oklahoma and explores the troubled relationships between a mother and her three daughters when their father disappears and commits suicide. One strength of the film is the dialogue and fight between the bitter mother Violet and her daughter Barbara. The reviewer recommends it for its exploration of psychology and psychotic family relationships.
The film Whiplash depicts the intense relationship between ambitious young jazz drummer Andrew and his abusive but talented instructor Terence Fletcher. Andrew is accepted into Fletcher's elite studio band but Fletcher pushes his students to extreme limits. The film contains highly stressful scenes and shows the sacrifices needed to excel in music. It features wonderful jazz music and an impactful ending, showing the hardness of achieving greatness in music.
Good Will Hunting was directed by Gus Van Sant and stars Matt Damon, Robin Williams and Ben Affleck. It tells the story of Will, a genius who works as a janitor at MIT but has not reached his potential. When his talents are discovered by his therapist Sean Maguire, played by Robin Williams, Will must decide whether to accept help developing his gifts or stay in his current situation. I recommend Good Will Hunting for its compelling characters and exploration of personal growth.
The document defines allusions as references within a work to something famous outside of it, such as people, places, events, stories, or works of art. Allusions help readers understand new information by connecting it to something already familiar. However, allusions can be difficult for some to grasp if they are not well-read. The document provides several examples of allusions from literature, art, movies, television, and music to famous works like Shakespeare plays, Greek mythology, and the Bible to effectively summarize the key points about allusions.
1) Happy endings have become popular, especially during difficult times, as people seek escapism and optimism in stories. However, some argue this "happyendingification" diminishes the artistic integrity of works.
2) During the 1930s Depression, many classic stories that originally ended tragically, such as Frankenstein and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, were adapted for film with happier conclusions. Producers believed audiences wanted fun and the idea of the hero succeeding.
3) The desire for happy endings persists today across genres and eras. Works are sometimes altered from their original endings to provide resolution and comfort, though some view this as pandering to audiences.
The virtual exhibition presents books and films about cinema, including adaptations of books into films. It features summaries and images from films like Matilda, The Shawshank Redemption, It's a Wonderful Life, and Bonnie and Clyde. Books that inspired films like Fahrenheit 451 and Three Men in a Boat are also highlighted. The exhibition aims to immerse viewers in the world of cinema and its connections to literature.
This document provides a biography of actor Kevin Durand. It summarizes his career, including roles in films like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and TV shows like Lost. It highlights his current starring role on The Strain, where he plays the character Vasiliy Fet. Durand expresses gratitude for his career successes and family. The document profiles Durand's background growing up in Canada and his path to becoming an actor through comedy and theater performances.
This film review summarizes 3 movies:
1) "The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover" is a 1989 British drama film directed by Peter Greenaway starring Helen Mirren. It tells the story of a woman's affair with a restaurant customer despite being married to the owner of the restaurant.
2) "The Last King of Scotland" is a 2006 historical political thriller film about Idi Amin based on the novel by Giles Foden. It depicts Idi Amin's regime in Uganda through the eyes of his personal physician and shows his transformation from liberating leader to brutal dictator.
3) "The Untouchables" is a 2011 French comedy-drama
This document is a compare and contrast essay analyzing the movies "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "The Proposal". It summarizes the key plot elements, settings, main characters, use of drama and humor, and tonal qualities in each film. The essay argues that while both are examples of the "dramedy" genre, "The Grand Budapest Hotel" has more depth and leaves a longer lasting impression through its elaborate sets, quirky characters, and exaggerated comedic drama. In contrast, "The Proposal" focuses more on heartwarming family and romance through a fish-out-of-water story, but its humor and drama are more relatable and momentary. Overall, the essay examines how
The summary is:
1) Gary Lehman stepped in to sing the lead role of Tristan in the Metropolitan Opera's production of "Tristan und Isolde" after the original lead singer fell ill. Despite some mishaps, Lehman performed well and received praise for his singing and stamina.
2) Operatic productions, especially of Wagner's works, are prone to illnesses and injuries that force last-minute cast changes. Several examples are provided of mishaps and medical emergencies during performances at the Met.
3) Performing in operas, particularly lead roles, is physically and vocally demanding in a way that has been compared to marathon running. Sur
This film review summarizes the movie "The Untouchables":
1) It tells the true story of a wealthy man who becomes disabled and hires an immigrant with a criminal past to be his live-in caregiver.
2) Despite warnings from the man's family who distrust the caregiver, the two develop an unlikely friendship crossing social class divides.
3) The film is both funny and emotional, promoting themes of equality and respect while also featuring a memorable soundtrack by composer Ludovico Einaudi.
The document discusses 20 memorable films that featured impactful musical elements. It provides brief summaries of each film that highlight 1-3 songs integral to the film's plot or most memorable. The films span from the 1980s to the 2010s and represent a variety of genres, from musicals to dramas, that used music prominently in pivotal scenes.
This document provides information on several films screening at the Worcester Arts Workshop and The Hive venues, including synopses and reviews. The reviews are all written by Isabel Harridence and provide high-level summaries in 3 sentences or less of each film:
- Toska is a shocking thriller about a school massacre that maintains tension throughout. Refugio 115 is a short film that creates considerable fear by trapping characters in a dark bomb refuge with an unknown threat. Buck gives little away but creates intrigue through mysterious phone calls and animal counterparts to human characters.
- The Battle of Green Hill documentary brings the American Civil War vividly to life through enthusiastic reenactors. Pastiche effectively combines themes
This document provides a guide to films that will be shown on TV over the Christmas period in 2019 that are based on books. It introduces the guide by discussing how books often inspire great films and the value of stories in entertaining, informing and challenging people. The librarian who wrote the introduction encourages readers to visit their school library to borrow books over the holidays and asks librarians to help readers find stories that suit their interests. The main body of the document then lists films showing each day along with the book they are based on.
The Friends of Eddie Coyle ( PDFDrive ).pdfAlexConstains
The document provides background on George V. Higgins, noting he was a lawyer, journalist and teacher who authored over 30 books before his death in 1999. It then lists many of his fictional works, including the novel being summarized, The Friends of Eddie Coyle. The bulk of the document consists of introductory text and praise for The Friends of Eddie Coyle, highlighting what an influential and groundbreaking crime novel it was. It provides some context about the characters and criminal underworld depicted in the story before moving into the first chapter, where arms dealer Jackie Brown discusses obtaining guns with another man, who expresses concerns about the source and how the weapons may be used.
Activity 3. writing assignment jose lopeztibanaboyaca
In 1820, a group of fur trappers in northern Louisiana are ambushed by Native Americans. Hugh Glass is badly mauled by a bear defending the group. Though near death, Glass survives but is abandoned by the group's captain who leaves with Glass's son and two others. Glass embarks on a quest for survival and vengeance against those who betrayed him.
This document compares and contrasts the horror movie villains Freddy Krueger from "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and Jason Voorhees from "Friday the 13th". Both villains are serial killers who use melee weapons to brutally murder their victims, typically teenagers. They both died cruel deaths initially before returning as immortal killers. However, they differ in that Freddy kills in his victims' dreams using razor-tipped gloves, while Jason kills in person using axes and machetes near Camp Crystal Lake. The settings and genres of the two films also differ.
This document provides background information on several actors. It includes details about their recent roles, productions, and accolades. Some highlights include:
- David Furr filmed a pilot for AMC and was nominated for a Tony for his role in Importance of Being Earnest.
- James Francis Ginty starred in the Disney blockbuster Surrogates and studied at Juilliard.
- Mathew Gumley has tested for several pilots this season and had Broadway leads in shows like Elf and Beauty and the Beast.
- Several of the actors have recent TV guest roles or tested for pilots. Many have Broadway, off-Broadway, and touring credits. The document provides quotes
Gordon Pinsent is a renowned 82-year-old Canadian actor known for his roles in films like The Rowdyman and Away From Her. He has just published a candid memoir titled Next. The summary discusses Pinsent's illustrious career spanning over 50 years, his regret at not attending the 2008 Oscars when Away From Her was nominated, and his outlook towards aging in the industry. Pinsent remains active and enthusiastic about taking on new roles, and also expresses how his children help make his life wonderful.
The document announces that the Buzzworthy Bistro is free and open to the public. It provides information on upcoming movies based on books, including release dates and cast members. New book releases are promoted, listing the title, author and brief description for each. Upcoming releases and staff picks are also mentioned.
1) The document discusses various examples of parodies found in media such as Saturday Night Live sketches, children's books, art, and films.
2) Parodies are difficult to write as they must mimic another work's style while also being entertaining and making criticism. Famous parodists mentioned include Lewis Carroll, Mark Twain, and Monty Python.
3) Parodies of children's literature are commonly used in advertising and media as these stories are widely recognizable references. Examples parody works like Where the Wild Things Are, The Wizard of Oz, and Goodnight Moon.
This document discusses the evolution of comedy horror films and analyzes how directors like John Landis, Sam Raimi, and Edgar Wright have influenced the genre. It notes that comedy horror is a unique hybrid genre that balances humor and scares. Landis pioneered horror-dominant films that incorporated comedy, like An American Werewolf in London. Raimi's low-budget Evil Dead films blended gore and slapstick. Wright's Shaun of the Dead was both a critical and financial success. The document examines how these directors established relatable characters and settings to enhance the comedy and horror elements. Music is also highlighted as an important aspect of setting tone in these films.
The document contains summaries and excerpts from J.D. Salinger's novel "The Catcher in the Rye". It discusses Holden Caulfield's aspiration to protect children's innocence by catching them before they fall off a cliff, representing the transition to adulthood. It also summarizes Holden's interactions with his former teacher Mr. Antolini and his struggle in his oral expression class due to his digressions. The document analyzes Holden's character and his desire to shield children from the phoniness and meanness of the adult world.
1. The document discusses differences in staging and treatment approaches for Hodgkin lymphoma between Europe and North America. Europe considers Stage II bulky and II B advanced stage, while North America considers them limited stage if meeting other criteria.
2. Treatment also differs, with Europe using more intensive chemotherapy such as BEACOPP for unfavorable early and advanced stages. North America reserves more intensive treatment for true advanced stages.
3. Studies have found BEACOPP improves progression-free and overall survival compared to ABVD alone for advanced Hodgkin lymphoma.
Este documento habla sobre un parto. Describe un feto en posición oblicua izquierda con la cabeza medida en más de 10.5 cm y el oblicuo izquierdo siempre mayor en 0.5 cm.
This document provides a biography of actor Kevin Durand. It summarizes his career, including roles in films like X-Men Origins: Wolverine and TV shows like Lost. It highlights his current starring role on The Strain, where he plays the character Vasiliy Fet. Durand expresses gratitude for his career successes and family. The document profiles Durand's background growing up in Canada and his path to becoming an actor through comedy and theater performances.
This film review summarizes 3 movies:
1) "The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover" is a 1989 British drama film directed by Peter Greenaway starring Helen Mirren. It tells the story of a woman's affair with a restaurant customer despite being married to the owner of the restaurant.
2) "The Last King of Scotland" is a 2006 historical political thriller film about Idi Amin based on the novel by Giles Foden. It depicts Idi Amin's regime in Uganda through the eyes of his personal physician and shows his transformation from liberating leader to brutal dictator.
3) "The Untouchables" is a 2011 French comedy-drama
This document is a compare and contrast essay analyzing the movies "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and "The Proposal". It summarizes the key plot elements, settings, main characters, use of drama and humor, and tonal qualities in each film. The essay argues that while both are examples of the "dramedy" genre, "The Grand Budapest Hotel" has more depth and leaves a longer lasting impression through its elaborate sets, quirky characters, and exaggerated comedic drama. In contrast, "The Proposal" focuses more on heartwarming family and romance through a fish-out-of-water story, but its humor and drama are more relatable and momentary. Overall, the essay examines how
The summary is:
1) Gary Lehman stepped in to sing the lead role of Tristan in the Metropolitan Opera's production of "Tristan und Isolde" after the original lead singer fell ill. Despite some mishaps, Lehman performed well and received praise for his singing and stamina.
2) Operatic productions, especially of Wagner's works, are prone to illnesses and injuries that force last-minute cast changes. Several examples are provided of mishaps and medical emergencies during performances at the Met.
3) Performing in operas, particularly lead roles, is physically and vocally demanding in a way that has been compared to marathon running. Sur
This film review summarizes the movie "The Untouchables":
1) It tells the true story of a wealthy man who becomes disabled and hires an immigrant with a criminal past to be his live-in caregiver.
2) Despite warnings from the man's family who distrust the caregiver, the two develop an unlikely friendship crossing social class divides.
3) The film is both funny and emotional, promoting themes of equality and respect while also featuring a memorable soundtrack by composer Ludovico Einaudi.
The document discusses 20 memorable films that featured impactful musical elements. It provides brief summaries of each film that highlight 1-3 songs integral to the film's plot or most memorable. The films span from the 1980s to the 2010s and represent a variety of genres, from musicals to dramas, that used music prominently in pivotal scenes.
This document provides information on several films screening at the Worcester Arts Workshop and The Hive venues, including synopses and reviews. The reviews are all written by Isabel Harridence and provide high-level summaries in 3 sentences or less of each film:
- Toska is a shocking thriller about a school massacre that maintains tension throughout. Refugio 115 is a short film that creates considerable fear by trapping characters in a dark bomb refuge with an unknown threat. Buck gives little away but creates intrigue through mysterious phone calls and animal counterparts to human characters.
- The Battle of Green Hill documentary brings the American Civil War vividly to life through enthusiastic reenactors. Pastiche effectively combines themes
This document provides a guide to films that will be shown on TV over the Christmas period in 2019 that are based on books. It introduces the guide by discussing how books often inspire great films and the value of stories in entertaining, informing and challenging people. The librarian who wrote the introduction encourages readers to visit their school library to borrow books over the holidays and asks librarians to help readers find stories that suit their interests. The main body of the document then lists films showing each day along with the book they are based on.
The Friends of Eddie Coyle ( PDFDrive ).pdfAlexConstains
The document provides background on George V. Higgins, noting he was a lawyer, journalist and teacher who authored over 30 books before his death in 1999. It then lists many of his fictional works, including the novel being summarized, The Friends of Eddie Coyle. The bulk of the document consists of introductory text and praise for The Friends of Eddie Coyle, highlighting what an influential and groundbreaking crime novel it was. It provides some context about the characters and criminal underworld depicted in the story before moving into the first chapter, where arms dealer Jackie Brown discusses obtaining guns with another man, who expresses concerns about the source and how the weapons may be used.
Activity 3. writing assignment jose lopeztibanaboyaca
In 1820, a group of fur trappers in northern Louisiana are ambushed by Native Americans. Hugh Glass is badly mauled by a bear defending the group. Though near death, Glass survives but is abandoned by the group's captain who leaves with Glass's son and two others. Glass embarks on a quest for survival and vengeance against those who betrayed him.
This document compares and contrasts the horror movie villains Freddy Krueger from "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and Jason Voorhees from "Friday the 13th". Both villains are serial killers who use melee weapons to brutally murder their victims, typically teenagers. They both died cruel deaths initially before returning as immortal killers. However, they differ in that Freddy kills in his victims' dreams using razor-tipped gloves, while Jason kills in person using axes and machetes near Camp Crystal Lake. The settings and genres of the two films also differ.
This document provides background information on several actors. It includes details about their recent roles, productions, and accolades. Some highlights include:
- David Furr filmed a pilot for AMC and was nominated for a Tony for his role in Importance of Being Earnest.
- James Francis Ginty starred in the Disney blockbuster Surrogates and studied at Juilliard.
- Mathew Gumley has tested for several pilots this season and had Broadway leads in shows like Elf and Beauty and the Beast.
- Several of the actors have recent TV guest roles or tested for pilots. Many have Broadway, off-Broadway, and touring credits. The document provides quotes
Gordon Pinsent is a renowned 82-year-old Canadian actor known for his roles in films like The Rowdyman and Away From Her. He has just published a candid memoir titled Next. The summary discusses Pinsent's illustrious career spanning over 50 years, his regret at not attending the 2008 Oscars when Away From Her was nominated, and his outlook towards aging in the industry. Pinsent remains active and enthusiastic about taking on new roles, and also expresses how his children help make his life wonderful.
The document announces that the Buzzworthy Bistro is free and open to the public. It provides information on upcoming movies based on books, including release dates and cast members. New book releases are promoted, listing the title, author and brief description for each. Upcoming releases and staff picks are also mentioned.
1) The document discusses various examples of parodies found in media such as Saturday Night Live sketches, children's books, art, and films.
2) Parodies are difficult to write as they must mimic another work's style while also being entertaining and making criticism. Famous parodists mentioned include Lewis Carroll, Mark Twain, and Monty Python.
3) Parodies of children's literature are commonly used in advertising and media as these stories are widely recognizable references. Examples parody works like Where the Wild Things Are, The Wizard of Oz, and Goodnight Moon.
This document discusses the evolution of comedy horror films and analyzes how directors like John Landis, Sam Raimi, and Edgar Wright have influenced the genre. It notes that comedy horror is a unique hybrid genre that balances humor and scares. Landis pioneered horror-dominant films that incorporated comedy, like An American Werewolf in London. Raimi's low-budget Evil Dead films blended gore and slapstick. Wright's Shaun of the Dead was both a critical and financial success. The document examines how these directors established relatable characters and settings to enhance the comedy and horror elements. Music is also highlighted as an important aspect of setting tone in these films.
The document contains summaries and excerpts from J.D. Salinger's novel "The Catcher in the Rye". It discusses Holden Caulfield's aspiration to protect children's innocence by catching them before they fall off a cliff, representing the transition to adulthood. It also summarizes Holden's interactions with his former teacher Mr. Antolini and his struggle in his oral expression class due to his digressions. The document analyzes Holden's character and his desire to shield children from the phoniness and meanness of the adult world.
1. The document discusses differences in staging and treatment approaches for Hodgkin lymphoma between Europe and North America. Europe considers Stage II bulky and II B advanced stage, while North America considers them limited stage if meeting other criteria.
2. Treatment also differs, with Europe using more intensive chemotherapy such as BEACOPP for unfavorable early and advanced stages. North America reserves more intensive treatment for true advanced stages.
3. Studies have found BEACOPP improves progression-free and overall survival compared to ABVD alone for advanced Hodgkin lymphoma.
Este documento habla sobre un parto. Describe un feto en posición oblicua izquierda con la cabeza medida en más de 10.5 cm y el oblicuo izquierdo siempre mayor en 0.5 cm.
This document provides a list of online news and media sources along with their URLs. It also includes links to articles and videos about abandoned places around the world. Grammatical concepts like the present perfect tense and past simple tense are explained, noting how the present perfect connects an action in the past to the present while the past simple simply places an action in the past without a present connection. Common expressions used with each tense are also outlined. Finally, the lyrics to the Beatles song "Help!" are provided, telling the story of a man who has lost his independence and confidence and is now asking for help.
O documento resume uma reunião de coordenação semestral de um programa ambiental no Brasil em maio de 2011. O programa monitorou propriedades rurais cadastradas, realizou um simpósio sobre boas práticas ambientais e treinou brigadas contra incêndios. Os resultados esperados eram propriedades rurais causando menos impacto, redução de incêndios e produtores rurais mais valorizados.
La technique LASIK est efficace dans les cas de myopie (avec ou sans astigmatisme), voici une présentation sur la technique LASIK, les études scientifiques, la technique de LASIK Wavefront, Êtes-vous un bon candidat?, Précautions à suivre avant un traitement au laser, Comment se passe l’intervention ?, Après le traitement, Quelques conseils importants à respecter après l’opération
Mussel and Scallop, visitors from Galicia, Spain, are given a tour of Dublin, Ireland by their new friend Molly. Molly shows them many of Dublin's landmarks like O'Connell Bridge, statues of James Joyce and Oscar Wilde, Dublin Castle, Trinity College and its Long Room containing ancient manuscripts. She explains aspects of Irish culture like pubs, music, and Gaelic language. By the end of the tour, Mussel and Scallop are tired and thirsty, so Molly leaves them to get refreshments at a cafe before returning to her Irish dance class.
El documento describe el contexto histórico que llevó a la Revolución Francesa, incluyendo el sistema absolutista del Antiguo Régimen en Francia, las ideas de la Ilustración que desafiaron este sistema, y las dificultades económicas como las malas cosechas y el alto precio del pan que generaron descontento público.
8. communicating with questions mark harper (not presented)Gokul Kannan
1) Leading with questions is an effective leadership approach that can improve communication and effectiveness. Questions can gather information, seek understanding, clarify direction, and encourage new perspectives.
2) Coaching subordinates with open-ended questions about goals, current realities, options, and commitments helps build strong relationships and creates a collaborative problem-solving culture.
3) To be an effective question-asking leader, one must be aware of how questions are framed and avoid leading or inflammatory questions. Great questions cause deep reflection and challenge assumptions.
Extraordinary bosses share 8 core beliefs about business and management that are different than average bosses. These include seeing 1) business as an ecosystem where diversity thrives rather than a battlefield, 2) a company as a community rather than a machine, and 3) management as service rather than control. They also 4) treat employees as peers rather than children, 5) motivate with a vision rather than fear, 6) embrace change as growth, 7) see technology as empowering rather than automating, and 8) believe work should be fun rather than toil.
The document discusses various ways that gaming is consumed beyond just playing games, including:
1) Merchandise like clothing, collectibles, and unusual branded items from publishers like Rockstar Games.
2) Cosplay where fans recreate character costumes.
3) E-sports which are competitive video game tournaments with cash prizes.
4) Machinima that uses game engines to create animated films.
5) Modding where fans create new content, levels, or total conversions of games. The Hot Coffee mod for GTA: San Andreas is a notable example that impacted the game's rating.
This document provides an in-depth analysis of Pedro Almodovar's film All About My Mother and his filmmaking style more broadly. It discusses how Almodovar frequently references and incorporates clips from other films into his own work to further develop his characters and stories. It also analyzes how Almodovar challenges gender norms and conventions by having characters take on roles and behaviors typically associated with the opposite sex. The document concludes by summarizing the plot of All About My Mother, which follows a group of women from different backgrounds who come together to form an impromptu family in Madrid after experiencing loss.
The document provides reviews of several films:
- Under the Hawthorn Tree is a 1970s Chinese love story set in a small village about a young woman Jin and man Sun whose love is forbidden due to political circumstances.
- Primos is a 2011 Spanish comedy about three cousins who travel to their childhood village, where two explore past loves and one discovers his future.
- Django Unchained is Quentin Tarantino's 2012 western about a slave who teams up with a bounty hunter to rescue his wife, featuring graphic violence and dark humor.
- The Cook, the Thief, His Wife and Her Lover is Peter Greenaway's 1989 film about the wife of a restaurant owner who has an affair
The 18th European Film Festival is coming to 11 cities in India from March to July 2013 to showcase films celebrating women. The festival will screen 24 films not previously shown in India, with subtitles in English. The films portray different aspects of women's lives and stories from European countries like Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, and Cyprus. The goal is to share diverse women's stories and perspectives from Europe.
This document provides information about the film "You Carry Me" directed by Ivona Juka. It includes details about festivals the film has screened at and awards it has won, contact information for the film company, biographies of cast and crew, and a short synopsis of each of the three storylines focused on daughters and their relationships with their fathers.
The document provides a press kit for the web series "Circumcised!", which tells the autobiographical story of Gleb Kaminer, a Jewish man who was raised in Azerbaijan and immigrated to Israel at age 16. The series follows Gleb's experiences undergoing mandatory circumcision in Israel and his subsequent journey of self-discovery. The press kit includes contact information, short and long summaries of the plot, production details, and bios for the cast and crew.
The UCO Theatre Department will perform the play "See How They Run" by Philip King from November 21-24. The play is a comedy featuring mistaken identities and unfortunate coincidences. It stars UCO students portraying exaggerated British cockney accents, which adds humor. The fast-paced play keeps the audience entertained with constant action and changing agendas among the characters.
The UCO Theatre Department will perform the play "See How They Run" from November 21-24. The play is a comedy featuring mistaken identities and misunderstandings. It will showcase exaggerated British accents, which the actors spent time learning. Tickets can be purchased at Mitchell Hall Box Office for $3-10 depending on age and student status.
In this presentation you can information about Eugene O'Naill, his play 'Long Day's Journey into Night' from the category The American Literature and it's Tragic Flow which make this Play with full of emotions.
1) The document discusses several Asian films being shown at AFI FEST, an Asian cinema festival, including the Japanese film SAKURAN, the Chinese thriller MAD DETECTIVE, and the Singaporean film SOLOS.
2) It notes how Asian films are influenced by both Western and other Asian films and filmmakers, and how they offer a unique perspective on universal themes of manipulation, sacrifice, and silence.
3) The document encourages attending the festival to experience the rich variety of Asian cinema and gain a better understanding of other cultures through their filmmaking styles and storytelling.
The document discusses several trivia questions related to movies, TV shows, music and other pop culture topics. It includes questions about movies like The Matrix and Dhoom 3, actors like Matt Damon and Halle Berry, and references to characters from V for Vendetta and Led Zeppelin's song Kashmir. The reader is prompted to identify the answers based on clues and context provided in the questions.
1. THE NATIONAL HERALD, NOVEMBER 8-14, 2014 COMMUNITY 5
Steppling and Morrow Stir the Audiences with Charismatic Dogmouth
New York City’s Eighth Greek Film Festival Might Well Be Best One Yet
Monica and Richie Barsamian,
who have attended every film
festival and seen every film said,
“It’s like an open window on
Greek culture. We’re avid sup-porters
and we’re always chal-lenged
by how the movies re-flect
current issues, how they’re
part of Greek culture today.”
Voulgaris and Karystiani
came from Athens for the festi-val
and a once-in-a-lifetime dou-bleheader,
the tenth anniversary
screening of Brides and the New
York premiere of Little England,
Greece’s 2014 Oscar entry. The
Museum of the Moving Image
hosted the Brides event.
Brides looks even better ten
years after its inception. A ship
sails from Smyrna with 700 mail
order brides aboard. A seam-stress
Niki falls in love with an
American photographer, played
by Damian Lewis, most recently
seen starring in Showtime’s
Homeland. It is an exquisitely
beautiful film, and resonates
with complex emotions, the sor-row
of separation mingled with
the hopes for a new life. It cer-tainly
deserves U.S. distribution.
This has not been achieved, de-spite
the efforts of the film’s ex-ecutive
producer, Hollywood
powerhouse Martin Scorcese.
Scott Foundas, Variety’s top
film critic, interviewed the film-makers
after the screening. Said
Karystiani, Brides scriptwriter,
“It’s very hard to get films from
small countries like Greece dis-tributed
abroad. It’s like a game
that you don’t know how to
play. We would like to see the
film distributed because there is
pure soul in the film. Speaking
as a writer, I like books or peo-ple
or paintings not because
they are perfect but because
there is some pure authentic
sentiment there. I think Brides
is a movie like that.” With seven
novels and short story collec-tions
to her credit, Karystiani
ranks as one of Greece’s most
popular writers. Now 62, she
did not begin writing until age
42. “I enjoy collaborating with
my husband. It’s difficult but it’s
good. You have so much to dis-cuss,”
she said. “Brides was a
challenging production that
took seven years. It’s the first
film with all Greek girls – 2,500
auditioned for the roles!”
At age 74, Voulgaris im-presses
with his candor, warmth,
and humor. Although he studied
at the Stavrakos Film School in
Athens, he said he “learned by
doing,” working as a child on
film sets, “and through the peo-ple
I encountered. But my most
important education came from
my parents, who were incredible
story-tellers. I grew up sur-rounded
by stories.”
If Brides takes the prize for
beauty, Little England wins the
laurel wreath as an emotional
cinematic experience, the kind
of film we so rarely see today.
The film opens with huge waves
washing up on the shores of the
island of Andros, cuing the vio-lent
and passionate drama
about two sisters in love with
the same man. Penelope Tsilika
plays Orsa, with Sophia Kakkali
her younger sister Moscha. Per-haps
not since actresses like
Bette Davis and Joan Crawford
burned up the screen has there
been this depth of cinematic
love and hate in a movie. Little
England sets a new standard for
eroticism on film. Rather than
see a couple making love, a
commonplace of multiplex
films, we listen in on the lovers.
Totally, this film is a five-star
masterpiece.
Litte England was based on
the novel The Jasmine Isle by
Karystiani, who also wrote the
script. Arriving at the Ziegfeld
theater after a packed cocktail
party at the Russian Tea Room
and seeing the crowd waiting
for tickets, Karystiani said, “Pan-delis
and I will give our seats
away. We have already seen the
film.” Fortunately, they stayed
to hear the audience sing
“Happy Birthday” to Voulgaris,
and to enjoy the enormously en-thusiastic
response to the film.
Voulgaris commented, “It is as
if we were watching the movie
for the very first time. I have
never seen it so beautifully pro-jected
and with such a fine
sound quality.”
Karystiani has written a new
script titled One Thousand
Breaths. “It is based on the cur-rent
situation in Greece. Voul-garis
is trying to raise money for
it. It’s not an expensive produc-tion,
like Brides or Little Eng-land,
but the situation is really
very difficult.”
A brief look at some other
outstanding festival entries:
The Enemy Within – A pow-erful,
important film from direc-tor
Yorgos Tsemberopoulos in-spired
by life on Athens’ mean
streets. After thugs invade the
home of idealistic Kostas and
rape his daughter, he sets out for
revenge. The old “if you can’t lick
them join them” applies here.
Common Denominator –
Tyro film-maker Sotiris Tsafou-lias
broke all the rules of film-making
to produce this gem.
The only action in the film is a
tavli game. Three guys meet in
a kafeneion and rap about
women, the conversation veer-ing
between the philosophical
and the physical. Renos Har-alambides
plays one of the men.
Of course a beautiful young
woman comes into the story.
Xenia –A four-star winner
from director Panos Koutros,
who a few years ago gave us
Strella. Following the death of
their Albanian mother, two
(L-R) Translator Sophia Efthimatou, Variety film critic Scott Foundas, screenwriter and author
Ioanna Karystiani, and legendary film director Pantelis Voulgaris join in the conversation after
the 10th anniversary screening of Brides at the Museum for the Moving Image.
brothers, one gay and one
straight, hit the road to seek out
their Greek father. Koutros in-terviewed
a thousand plus ac-tors
to find Kostas Nikouli who
plays Danny, a heart-winner and
heart-breaker.
The Winter – Any film that
features actor Vangelis Mourikis
has to be special, and this film
is no exception. It is wonderful,
a first film from Konstantinos
Koutsoliotis, written with his
wife Elizabeth E. Schuch. A
failed writer leaves London to
return to Siatista and finish his
novel. Theo Albanis portrays
Nikos, with Mourikis as his dead
father. “I die in all my films,”
says Mourikis. “I like it.”
September – The story of a
waitress whose entire life con-sists
of looking after her dog.
When he dies, she intrudes on
the lives of doctor and his sym-pathetic
wife, who befriends
her. Intriguing and Ingmar
Bergmanesque. Committed –
Put two beautiful people on the
road in a white convertible and
send them on a trip through
scenic Cyprus. How can you
lose? George, a sweet, dimpled
hunk picks up a bride who
claims to have had wedding jit-ters.
A twist at the end elevates
this charming romance.
Lost in the Bewilderness –
Thirty years in the making, this
documentary from Alexandra
Anthony traces the life of Lucas,
who was kidnapped by his
mother at age five and taken to
America. Eleven years later, he
returns to Greece to meet his fa-ther.
A fascinating doc with a
happy ending, Lucas’s wedding
at age 38.
The Hellenic American
Chamber of Commerce, includ-ing
executive director Stamatis
Ghikas staged the Festival, with
important support from the
Onassis Foundation, the Agnes
Varis Charitable Trust, Dr.
Alexander Kofinas and Eleni Ko-finas
and the Stavros Niarchos
Foundation.
By Constantine S. Sirigos
NEW YORK – The audience did
not know what to expect from
Dogmouth, the movie adapted
from the play written by John
Steppling. Many of them had al-ready
acquired a taste for “The
Greek weird wave” of films that
have made their way not only
to the annual New York City
Greek Film Festival, which pre-sented
Dogmouth, but to the at-tention
of film lovers world-wide.
They were prepared for
weirdness and violence, and to
be disturbed by the experience,
but how much? Some may have
wondered “who can I take to
this film?”
James DeMetro, the founder
and director of the festival, in-troduced
Stephan Morrow, the
Greek-American director, prior
to the screening at the Cinema
Village Theater.
“Dogmouth is controversial,”
Morrow said. “Steppling is an
equal opportunity offender…
but I find his writing to be some
of the best around. This is a film
that is rare these days, one to
be listened to as much as any-thing
else.”
The Festival program called
Dogmouth, the character was
played by Morrow, “a bitter Viet-nam
vet and rail-riding rene-gade
living his last days.”
But there is some charisma
to Dogmouth, which spawns
disturbing thoughts about that
human quality. He has a follow-ing
and has managed to charm
a pretty young woman, Nyah,
played with excruciating ingen-uousness
by Alexandra Milne.
She not only joined his not-so-
merry-band-of-men, which
Morrow calls “a mysterious
mafia of racist, violent, Vietnam
Vets living on freight trains… a
repugnant set of people” - she
was carrying his baby.
They are not a harmless bank
of misfits. Dogmouth is de-pressed
because his profession
of training dogs for violent
fights has been outlawed, and
it slowly becomes clear that a
murder being discussed was ac-tual,
not hypothetical. The
metaphors come fast and furi-ously.
“This film stands apart be-cause
of its powerful dialogue -
the authentic language of crim-inals
but it’s also intertwined
with ruminations on birth,
death, dreams, even survival of
the fittest,” Morrow writes.
A forest is the setting for the
burnt out men – and one
woman – in Dogmouth’s life.
They are camping out by long-abandoned
railroad tracks,
seeming sometimes to be wait-ing
for a train that never comes
– like Godot.
Among Steppling's many siz-zling
sentences is one simple
devastating line:
“I am not a good man”
Perhaps the question that dis-turbs
is not how much humanity
there is in a bad man – the film
makes it clear there is always
some as even Dogmouth feels
the pain of children and little
birds – but how much humanity
there is in the rest of us who
meet them.
The script has no hints – and
there shouldn’t be – about what
Dogmouth was like before he
went to Vietnam.
Just as Morrow’s gripping
portrayal of a damaged human
being tempts the thought that it
is not evil which lurked in the
forest, Steppling and Morrow-as-
director pull the rug out from
under liberals in the audience
with the edgy scenes of Dog-mouth
fuming or seething in si-lence
as Nyah, clutching her
swelling womb, tries to preserve
the peace and her sanity.
Should we be worried about
her and the baby in an environ-ment
when murder is being dis-cussed
so openly and blithely?
Disturbing/illuminating
thoughts are triggered through-out
the movie.
Aren’t presidents, monarchs
and their generals calm, even
jovial as they plan the next bat-tle
with its guaranteed deaths
for hundreds or thousands?
Hannah Arendt’s haunting
phrase “the banality of evil”
comes to mind as we watch
Dogmouth’s friend Weeks
(William Tate) express how ea-ger
he is to do what he believes
is a just deed. How easily can
we be recruited into a murder-ous
cause by charismatic people
we sympathize with?
Perhaps we learn something
else about our leaders from
Morrow, who allowed some of
the mannerisms of stage acting
to show in his performance,
showing that there is little left
of whatever Dogmouth was. He
too is just playing a role, all per-sona
as Carl Jung might say.
Dostoyevsky would say a dead
soul.What becomes of a man who
cannot reflect on his emotions
and actions? When Nyah tries
to get him to talk about the im-pending
birth of his child, let
alone the apparent murder plot
he was orchestrating, Dogmouth
barks: “Shut up!”
Morrow quoted Steppling:
“Art is not your friend.” But is
should not be ignored. The 20th
century taught humanity that
art is not about pretty things.
Beauty is truth. Ugly is truth too.
“I think an artist’s obligation
is to move to the truth,” Morrow
told the audience, “whatever it
is, under the darkest slimiest
rock if that’s where it exists…
it’s not easy, but it is really im-portant
for our souls,”
Because it throws mirrors in
front of us.
Dogmouth shows illumina-tion
can come from darkness,
and makes a powerful case for
self-reflection as the essence of
our humanity.
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ADRIENNE MATHIOWETZ
TNH Staff
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – A gruesome
scene unfolded Sunday evening, Nov. 2 in
the Long Island town of Port Jefferson, in-volving
a Greek-American man who shot
and killed his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend,
and then killed himself.
Frank Panebianco and Jessica Kasten
exited the Pour House Bar and Grill in Port
Jefferson, ABC news reported, and headed
to the parking lot when they were con-fronted
by Michael Skiadas, Kasten’s ex-boyfriend.
Apparently, the couple and Skiadas en-gaged
in a screaming match, according to
NBC News for NY, at which point a friend,
Jack Schneider, attempted to calm Skiadas
as the couple tried to drive away.
To no avail, Skiadas went into his car,
pulled out a shotgun, and hit Schneider
with it.
Then, Skiadas approached the couple’s
car and fired twice, killing Panebianco. Ski-adas
then returned to his own car and
killed himself.
Schneider did not suffer any serious in-juries,
and Kasten was not harmed.
Police continue to investigate the story.
At press time, there were no further de-velopments.
Various Internet sites posted pho-tographs
of Skiadas and Kasten together,
when they were a couple, and countless
comments from random readers ranging
from compassionate to lewd were preva-lent.
TNH continues to monitor the story and
will provide updates accordingly.