The Defeat of Israel and Its Survival
Israel’s military efforts in Gaza, Lebanon, and against Iran are faltering, exposing its vulnerabilities. Only political reform and compromise may secure its survival.
The Defeat of Israel and Its Survival
Israel’s military efforts in Gaza, Lebanon, and against Iran are faltering, exposing its vulnerabilities. Only political reform and compromise may secure its survival.
The Defeat of Israel and Its Survival
Israel’s military efforts in Gaza, Lebanon, and against Iran are faltering, exposing its vulnerabilities. Only political reform and compromise may secure its survival.
Is a Major Middle Eastern Conflict Inevitable?
Netanyahu’s show of force toward Iran signals growing tensions. Tehran’s response may determine if restraint or escalation prevails in the Middle East.
The Dark Spectacle of Trump’s Last Stand in American Politics
Trump’s persistence underscores a decaying society, revealing the dark appeal of a faltering empire. Harris may be the closing chapter he can’t escape.
Agatha All Along – S01E07 – Death’s Hand in Mine | Transcript
Those remaining suffer the hand they are dealt in the next trial.
Murder and obsession in Peter Jackson’s “Heavenly Creatures” | Review
In the 1950s, two teenagers blur fantasy and reality in an obsessive bond, culminating in the murder of one of their mothers. An enigmatic and visionary film.
Hasan Minhaj: Off with His Head (2024) | Transcript
Hasan Minhaj delivers an unapologetic stand-up set about midlife identity struggles, race relations, political divides — and that fact-checking scandal.
The Return to Rome: Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II” Is Anything But Subtle
by Alberto Piroddi Hollywood sequels are rarely graceful affairs, and in many cases, they serve more as cash cows than art. The very announcement of
Transformers One (2024) | Transcript
The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but who once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.
Bob’s Burgers – S15E03 – Colon-ly the Dronely | Transcript
Linda drives Teddy to help him pick up Kathleen from her colonoscopy after he hurts himself; the Belcher kids plan to prank a drone that’s set to film the school from above.
Movie Reviews
“Vermiglio”: An Intense Drama About War, Motherhood, and Female Identity | Reviews
A sincere and honest film with its audience, confirming the director’s personal and insightful cinematic vision. Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at Venice 81.
Sounder (1972) | Review by Pauline Kael
Sounder is a moving film about Black resilience, blending emotional depth and modern consciousness to transcend its genre with powerful performances and direction.
The Bibi Files, a Thread Connecting Corruption and War
The Bibi Files reveals Netanyahu’s corruption and its ties to the Gaza war, screened in Toronto despite being banned in Israel due to privacy laws.
Scorsese’s Christ: Preaching Love, Needing to Love
The Last Temptation is a highly creative and liberal interpretation of the Gospels, portraying a Jesus who is insecure, fearful, conflicted, and who preaches love but also needs to be loved.
The Gospel According to Godard: Hail Mary [Je vous salue, Marie]
Je vous salue, Marie explores the tension between soul and body, transcendence and immanence, as Godard reinterprets the Virgin Mary’s story with a modern lens.
4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days: Enduring the Unendurable
Mungiu’s film is disturbing and shocking, but it evokes pity and calls for compassion: it asks the viewer to stay close to the protagonists and consider their pain.
The Room Next Door (2024) by Pedro Almodóvar | Reviews
Almodóvar’s “The Room Next Door” reflects on death and storytelling through two estranged friends, blending visual beauty, fiction, and existential inquiry.
Maria (2024) | Reviews
Maria by Larraín deconstructs Callas and Jolie, blending reality with art in a haunting study of stardom, featuring a captivating performance by Jolie.
Movie Transcripts
Woman of the Hour (2023) | Transcript
Cheryl Bradshaw, a single woman looking for a suitor on a hit 1970s TV show, chooses charming bachelor Rodney Alcala, unaware that, behind the man’s gentle facade, he hides a deadly secret.
Brothers (2024) | Transcript
Two criminal twin brothers, one trying to reform, embark on a dangerous heist road trip. Facing legal troubles, gunfights, and family drama, they must reconcile their differences before their mission leads to self-destruction.
Alien: Romulus (2024) | Transcript
While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonists come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.
Robot Dreams (2023) | Transcript
The adventures and misfortunes of Dog and Robot in New York City during the 1980s.
The Killer’s Game (2024) | Transcript
When a hitman is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he decides to take a hit out on himself. But when the very hitmen he hired also target his ex-girlfriend, he must fend off an army of assassin colleagues.
The Platform 2 (2024) | Transcript
A thrilling physical journey that allows an approach to the darkness, where it is scary to look. It appeals to the viewer’s civil responsibility and forces them to face the limits of their own solidarity.
Hellboy: The Crooked Man (2024) | Transcript
Hellboy and a rookie B.P.R.D. agent in the 1950s are sent to the Appalachians, where they discover a remote community dominated by witches and led by the sinister local demon, the Crooked Man.
Salem’s Lot (2024) | Transcript
An author returns to his hometown of Jerusalem’s Lot in search of inspiration for his next book, only to discover that the townspeople are being attacked by a bloodthirsty vampire.
TV Show Transcripts
The Penguin – S01E05 – Homecoming | Transcript
With his nascent operation at stake, Oz makes a desperate move to turn the tables. Meanwhile, Sofia strives to build a new legacy for herself.
Slow Horses – S04E06 – Hello Goodbye | Transcript
Impossible decisions are faced and sacrifices are made.
Agatha All Along – S01E06 – Familiar by Thy Side | Transcript
Familiar Teen is much more than he seems, and his connections to the rest of the coven are revealed.
The Penguin – S01E04 – Cent’Anni | Transcript
Confronting the events that turned her into the Hangman – and led to a decade-long fight for survival in Arkham – Sofia makes plans for a more hopeful future.
The Penguin – S01E03 – Bliss | Transcript
Oz and Sofia must address the skeletons in their closet as they attempt to control the future of Gotham’s drug trade, while Victor is torn between his new life and what remains of his old one.
Agatha All Along – S01E05 – Darkest Hour / Wake Thy Power | Transcript
With enemies closing in, the coven flees under the light of a blood moon to the next ghastly trial.
Election Subversion 2024 & Waffle House: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver | Transcript
John Oliver discusses the attempts made by Donald Trump and his supporters to undermine the upcoming election, the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, and why Waffle House is both a light in the storm and symbol of absolute chaos.
Agatha All Along – S01E04 – If I Can’t Reach You / Let My Song Teach You | Transcript
The coven faces their second trial on The Witches’ Road.
Stand-up Transcripts
Ali Wong: Single Lady (2024) | Transcript
Divorced comedian Ali Wong explores the challenges of single life and finding new love in her raunchy stand-up special Single Lady.
Tim Dillon: This Is Your Country (2024) | Transcript
Comedian Tim Dillon chats with everyday Americans about cryptocurrency, OnlyFans and other outrageous issues they face in this comedy unscripted special.
Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval (2024) | Transcript
“For Your Approval” is a disappointing, self-serving finale that highlights how out of touch Ellen has become.
Deon Cole: Cole Hearted (2019) | Transcript
Embracing his belief that comedy is the last raw form of expression, Deon Cole explains the right time to thank Jesus and the wrong time to say “welp.”
Deon Cole: Ok, Mister (2024) | Transcript
Stand-up comic Deon Cole films new stand-up special at at the LA Theater on May 2nd, as part of Netflix Is A Joke Fest 2024.
Ahir Shah: Dots (2021) | Transcript
British comedian Ahir Shah mixes philosophical inquiry, personal examination, and sweet gags in his first ever stand-up special, exploring identity, faith, family, and the desire for certainty in uncertain times.
Ahir Shah: Ends (2024) | Transcript
From London’s Royal Court Theatre, acclaimed comedian Ahir Shah dishes on class, family and multiculturalism in the UK from his grandfather’s view.
Phil Wang: Wang in There, Baby! (2024) | Transcript
Phil Wang riffs on reheated rice, octopus intelligence and the importance of fact-checking in this special filmed at Shakespeare’s Globe in London.
Stand up Comedy Transcripts
Interviews
John Mearsheimer and Jeffrey Sachs | All-In Summit 2024 | Transcript
John Mearsheimer and Jeffrey Sachs discuss U.S. global dominance, the Deep State, and the risks of nuclear conflict, questioning the sustainability of America’s power-driven policies.
Norman Finkelstein: An Israeli Ground War Against Hezbollah Would Be A “Catastrophe” | Transcript
Iran and Hezbollah use patience and strategy, challenging Israel’s air power, anticipating a ground war where Israel fears Hezbollah’s strength.
The Impact of AI Advancements: Insights from Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt | Transcript
Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt recently made headlines with some controversial comments about AI during an interview conduced at Stanford University. This interview was taken down at his request after he admitted to misspeaking.
Breaking the Rules Again in “Joker: Folie à Deux”
Explore how Joker Folie à Deux defies expectations with a daring blend of chaos, melody, and madness, redefining what a sequel can be in the world of Gotham’s iconic villain.
Norman Finkelstein and Benny Morris Debate Iran/Israel | Transcript
Piers moderates a blazing row between political scientist Norman Finkelstein and Israeli historian Benny Morris.
Theo Angelopoulos in conversation with Gideon Bachmann
Recorded November 11, 1997, while Angelopoulos was shooting his latest film, Eternity and a Day. Half a year later, the film would win the Palme d’Or at Cannes.
Theo Angelopoulos, collezionista di sguardi | Intervista
Il 26 e il 27 gennaio 2000 Theo Angelopulos ha incontrato gli allievi della Scuola Nazionale di Cinema. Il dibattito è stato preceduto dalle proiezioni di La recita (1975) e di Lo sguardo di Ulisse (1995)
George Galloway vs Piers Morgan on Israel-Hamas, Putin & More | Transcript
British politician George Galloway — who is renowned for his staunch support of Palestine and scathing criticism of Western foreign policies — joins Piers Morgan Uncensored for a deep dive into current events during a fascinating feature-length interview.
Books
The Flaws in Snyder’s View of Freedom in the Ukraine Conflict
Snyder’s “On Freedom” oversimplifies the Ukraine war, ignoring geopolitical complexities. The focus should be on diplomacy, avoiding military escalation and nuclear risks.
Mary Shelley: The Life of the Writer Who Invented “Frankenstein”
At the age of eighteen, Mary Shelley poured all her anxieties about life and death into the story Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. With this work, considered the first modern science fiction novel, she established herself as one of the
How “Il Gattopardo” [The Leopard] Defied Censorship in East Germany
“Il Gattopardo” unexpectedly bypassed East Germany’s strict censorship in 1961, despite its misalignment with socialist values. Bernardina Rago’s book uncovers this intricate tale.
Exploring Love and Betrayal in “Embers” by Sándor Márai
Embers is a haunting tale of friendship and betrayal, set against the backdrop of a decaying empire. It examines the elusive nature of truth and the emotional toll of unresolved memories.