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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
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Dagestan: Why this region of Russia produces so many MMA champions
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Comment on GEMS - w/o u (2015) in ~music
Guzz Link ParentIt's a really good band, I discovered it while listening to KEXP radio, during the afternoon show they played exactly that song I posted the video of, I liked it and went to get the album.It's a really good band, I discovered it while listening to KEXP radio, during the afternoon show they played exactly that song I posted the video of, I liked it and went to get the album.
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Comment on The GeoCities Website Maker is a fun and charming way to turn any modern webpage into a nostalgic 90s-style site in ~tech
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The GeoCities Website Maker is a fun and charming way to turn any modern webpage into a nostalgic 90s-style site
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Guzz (edited )LinkThis week, I watched some good films. The first is Under the Flag of the Rising Sun (1972), which offers a dark, critical look at Japan’s post-war reality. With its unconventional structure, the...This week, I watched some good films. The first is Under the Flag of the Rising Sun (1972), which offers a dark, critical look at Japan’s post-war reality. With its unconventional structure, the film portrays war in a raw, unsettling way, using authentic imagery to evoke discomfort and anguish. It challenges viewers to reflect on the normalization of violence, dehumanization, and the social humiliations that linger after conflict. Melancholic yet brutally honest, the film blends black-and-white cinematography with splashes of color in violent scenes, heightening its impact.
Another standout was Gomorrah (2008), based on the investigative journalism book of the same name. The film depicts real events and characters with visceral intensity, weaving individual stories together to show how organized crime permeates lives. Unflinchingly brutal, it exposes power dynamics within criminal networks without holding back.
Lastly, I watched The Woman in the Yard (2025), a more recent film that uses supernatural horror elements to explore grief and family dynamics. Avoiding grand twists, it relies on strong performances and a solid, dramatic narrative to engage viewers and provoke reflection.
These were the most interesting films I saw to recommend.
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Comment on A colossal squid is filmed in its natural habitat for the first time in ~enviro
Guzz LinkSimply fascinating, what a marvelous creature. The underwater world is truly incredible.Simply fascinating, what a marvelous creature. The underwater world is truly incredible.
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Propaganda - Duel (1985)
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Carly Simon - You Know What To Do (1983)
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Comment on What is one of the coolest museums you've visited? in ~travel
Guzz LinkI absolutely love visiting museums, they’re always a top priority when I travel. While I’ve found every museum I’ve visited interesting, a few have left a lasting impression due to their...I absolutely love visiting museums, they’re always a top priority when I travel. While I’ve found every museum I’ve visited interesting, a few have left a lasting impression due to their uniqueness and emotional power.
House of Terror (Budapest, Hungary)
Located in a historically significant building, once the headquarters of the Arrow Cross Party (1944) and later the secret police (1945–1956), this museum documents Hungary’s darkest periods. It also serves as a memorial to the victims, including those who died within its walls. The permanent exhibition is deeply moving, with interactive elements that make the history feel hauntingly real.Paris Sewer Museum (Paris, France)
This museum explores the city’s underground sewer system, showcasing its history, engineering, and even its cultural references (like mentions in literature). Walking through the tunnels and learning about this place is oddly fascinating.MASP — São Paulo Museum of Art (São Paulo, Brazil)
The museum itself is a masterpiece designed by architect Lina Bo Bardi. Every detail, from the striking suspended structure to the unconventional way artworks are displayed, is unique. Spending a day here is an immersive and inspiring experience. Definitely one of my favorites.Senzala Negro Liberto Museum (Redenção, Brazil)
One of the most impactful and heartbreaking museums I’ve ever visited. It tells the story of slavery in Brazil, highlighting Redenção’s role as the first city to abolish slavery in 1883, five years before the rest of the country. The site includes a plantation house, an underground slave quarters, a sugarcane field, and a mill. Visitors can see learn about the lives of enslaved people in the 19th century. It’s a harrowing but essential place for reflection, I left deeply moved.These are just a few of the most remarkable museums I’ve had the privilege to explore.
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GEMS - w/o u (2015)
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Comment on Non-American, English language news sources in ~news
Guzz Link ParentI totally agree, plus they also have a weekly podcast.I totally agree, plus they also have a weekly podcast.
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Comment on Non-American, English language news sources in ~news
Guzz Link ParentYes, the coverage is very detailed and well-written, I think it's an excellent website. The live TV part is also excellent, I've seen some great mini-documentaries there.This is my only source of news. Can vouch for it, it's very very good.
Their "Top stories in 90 seconds" is really good for a quick overview where they curate 3 news pieces each day. As someone that is trying to cut out news but still want a quick update on important stuff it's perfect. And then of course there are regular in depth articles and reporting.
Yes, the coverage is very detailed and well-written, I think it's an excellent website. The live TV part is also excellent, I've seen some great mini-documentaries there.
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Comment on Non-American, English language news sources in ~news
Guzz Link ParentThe Japan sources seem interesting. I also like Deutsche Welle, it’s a German website that offers versions in several languages, including English.The Japan sources seem interesting. I also like Deutsche Welle, it’s a German website that offers versions in several languages, including English.
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Guzz Link ParentI really like Zodiac and Band of Brothers, two masterpieces in my opinion.I really like Zodiac and Band of Brothers, two masterpieces in my opinion.
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Katatonia - Lilac (2025)
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Guzz LinkHello, everyone. This is my first post here, and I’m excited to join the conversation. I love reading your opinions and recommendations, and I’m happy to share my own thoughts on films I’ve...Hello, everyone. This is my first post here, and I’m excited to join the conversation. I love reading your opinions and recommendations, and I’m happy to share my own thoughts on films I’ve watched.
Recently, I saw some good movies. Here’s a quick review on them:
Night and Fog (1956)
A gripping short documentary narrated with precision and raw impact. In just over 30 minutes, it delivers a harrowing, detailed portrait of concentration camps. Using real footage shot barely a decade after the events, the film exposes the cruelty, humiliation, and banality of evil in a way that’s hard to digest but essential to witness. The experience leaves a bitterness that words can barely capture.New Order (2020)
A dystopian film that mirrors reality in many places, and could easily become reality in others. The story begins at an elite wedding while protests rage outside. As military intervention escalates, power struggles unleash chaos, violence, and systemic abuse. With its nihilistic tone and shocking scenes, the film crafts a disturbing narrative steeped in despair.Sertânia (2019)
A chaotic yet poetic tale set in Brazil’s Northeast, elevated by stunning black-and-white cinematography and natural landscapes. Reality and delirium blur in intense moments, with frenetic camera movements, expressive angles, and rich cultural elements. The raw performances pull you deep into its immersive world.The Sleeping Beauty (2010)
Catherine Breillat’s bold reimagining of Sleeping Beauty surprises with its creativity and daring. The story blends fantasy with themes of growth, desire, and self-discovery, featuring sharp dialogue and intriguing characters. The performances are strong, and the unpredictable plot embraces weirdness and irony in a uniquely compelling way.These were the highlights of my week.
This week I’d like to highlight three good films I watched.
The first is Warfare (2025), a release I was eagerly anticipating. It delivers an immersive and suffocating experience through tight angles, raw imagery, and graphic psychological violence. The desperation is palpable, every expression and real-time moment conveys the weight of the situation. The standout feature is the sound design: the absence of a score heightens tension while battle noises plunge you into chaos. The result is deeply unsettling with no relief.
Next is The Rule of Jenny Pen (2024). From the start, the impeccable performances shine, especially Geoffrey Rush and John Lithgow. The story offers a dark original take set in a retirement home. The psychological horror is amplified by creative framing, vibrant colors, and an intensely tense atmosphere.
Lastly, PVC-1 (2007) is technically outstanding, filmed entirely in one take, a huge challenge for cast and crew given its intensity. The performances are striking, full of realism since it’s based on true events. Raw and gripping from start to finish, the single continuous shot shifts the focus between the characters, reinforcing the shocking situation, all very well directed.