Apr 15, 2019The House That Jack Built — the artist as serial killerThe House that Jack Built is one of the most controversial films to come out in 2019. …Lars Von Trier4 min readLars Von Trier4 min read
Apr 15, 2019Member-onlyCasa Capsa — a symbol of Little ParisPart of Romania’s history was written in the center of Bucharest, not far from the Royal Palace. It was here where literary careers have been established, ministers changed, and disputes have been resolved, not always by peaceful means. Casa Capsa (Capsa House) on Victory Avenue has been one of the…Travel12 min readTravel12 min read
Mar 7, 2019Can cinema provide coded references to the ‘soul of society’?German Expressionist Cinema in the 1920’s In a 1920s Germany where the wind of defeat blows freely, beautifully equipped film studios, unrivalled in Europe, are being built. The triumphs of great Italian films assembly were still recent, and the founders suggested such models to directors. The film directing industry made…Film6 min readFilm6 min read
Dec 6, 2018Time does not erase memories: Surviving wife of a WW2 veteran recollects chapters of hardshipEvery year, the remaining survivors of Second World War disappear along with their memories of terrors and triumphs. Not even now, in their final years, could they forget the horrors of the front line. Most of these veterans refuse to grasp their heroism. For them, it was a natural act…World War II5 min readWorld War II5 min read
Dec 2, 2018Claridge’s — the crème de la crème of societyIt’s a Sunday morning in late October. Most windows are still closed because it’s too early to face the world and breakfast always tastes better after 9am. Now it’s only 7 and the world is still quiet while so many people are still naked under the sheets. Hello Madam, says…Travel4 min readTravel4 min read
