Month: September 2025
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Ensel and Kretel – Review
Who is Walter Moers—a children’s book author? That would be the first impression if we stopped at the covers (which are, incidentally, fantastic and illustrated—like the book itself—by the author). But as soon as we begin reading, once we’ve moved past the initial assumption that we’re entering the serene realm of children’s literature, we realize…
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Hope
Walking, I observe the trees. Autumn hasn’t arrived yet, and the leaves are still green. All but one—dry, brown, lifeless. “Poor tree, it’s dead.” I think. But it’s not. A single rebellious twig rises, vividly green. As if defying the death that surrounds it, revealing a hidden strength that refuses to surrender. An image of…
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Nino Rota – Romeo & Juliet
The celebrated 1968 version of Romeo and Juliet by Franco Zeffirelli undoubtedly owes part of its charm to the remarkable soundtrack by Nino Rota. The music enhances the visual allure of the film and intertwines perfectly with the storyline. However, anyone wishing to explore this soundtrack by Rota will encounter several versions. The original release…