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Benedictine and Franciscan Monks: Forgotten Inventors

   Usually, when we think of religious orders, these things come to mind: a cloister, an abbey, a library, prayer in solitude, detachment from the world… All this in the cradle of a period defined as "dark" by historiography up to Romanticism: the Middle Ages . In this period the monks - especially the Benedictines of the various orders - were the custodians of Judeo-Christian but also classical culture, since thanks to their patient and meticulous transcriptions as scribes we have received almost all of the Greek and Latin works which we study today. Today we are grateful to them first of all for this.   However, many do not know that many products - material and immaterial - that we consume and use every day, come from monks who, using their ingenuity nourished by a profound spirituality, invented them due to practical necessities.    Personally, I find it amazing!    Let's begin…   The heavy plow   Plows were a primary agri...
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Top Films to See Before You Die

 


 

Hello, everyone! Do you enjoy watching movies? I love it, and I want to recommend some of the films that have had a significant impact on my life.

American Psycho (2000)

"American Psycho" is one of the most famous films on earth, and I hope that you've seen it. If not, I strongly encourage you to do so. The film revolves around Patrick Bateman (played by Christian Bale), a Wall Street yuppie. By day, he's a brilliant manager at a financial company, but by night, all his issues come to the surface. These issues include envy towards his colleagues, hatred for the homeless, and his darkest perversions. Before moving on to the next film, I must warn you not to watch the second "American Psycho" because it's truly disappointing.

Gladiator (2000)

 


This is a fantastic film set in the Roman Empire. Maximus Decimus Meridius (played by Russell Crowe), a commander of the empire, is forced to live as a slave after a confrontation with Commodus, the emperor. Throughout the film, Maximus fights in various arenas to save his life and avenge the deaths of his wife and son. The film is enriched with splendid special effects and features outstanding performances by Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix. The only drawback is its runtime of over two hours, which might deter some viewers.

Taxi Driver (1976)


 

If you enjoy crime films, "Taxi Driver" is a must-watch. It's quite lengthy, but it's a beautiful cinematic experience. Travis Bickle (played by Robert De Niro) is a New York taxi driver and a war veteran, making him mentally unstable and an insomniac. As the film progresses, Travis searches for a reason to live, which he finds when he starts dating a girl. However, things take a dark turn, leading him into depression. The film continues to narrate the events that Travis encounters during his nightly shifts. I highly recommend it, especially for its unforgettable ending.

La La Land (2016)

 


"La La Land" is one of my all-time favorite films, even though it's quite different from the ones I mentioned earlier. The story revolves around Mia (played by Emma Stone) and Sebastian (played by Ryan Gosling). Mia is an aspiring actress who works as a waitress, while Ryan is a musician, and both are determined to pursue their dreams. They fall in love, but as time goes on, their relationship faces challenges, particularly after Mia achieves her dream of acting in a film. One reason I recommend this film is that, apart from being a comedy, it's also a musical.

I hope you enjoy these films as much as I have!



Today's Blogger

Hello there! I'm Riccardo, a 16-year-old student in my third year at Liceo Scientifico. While I have a deep love for science and mathematics, my passion for movies has led me to share my favorite cinematic experiences with you. Got any film recommendations for me? Feel free to share!

 

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