In Paolo Sorrentino’s “Parthenope,” middle-aged American writer John Cheever befriends the beautiful Parthenope in 1973 southern Italy, where her beauty opens doors to suitors but not to him. As the film explores beauty, desire, and Italy’s contradictions, Parthenope matures through symbolic interactions with others, including a romance with a local boy and a mentorship with a professor. Despite its opulence and seductive visuals, the film’s main argument is that beauty can inspire awe but also alienate, raising questions about love and true understanding.
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Trump’s Early Stumbles – The New York Times
President Trump's lack of discipline and over-the-top policy pronouncements may hinder his chances of a successful second term. Recent actions, such as threatening tariffs and proposing unrealistic plans for Gaza, have not led to tangible accomplishments and risk making him appear weak. While Trump has made some significant changes, his administration's limited attention and resources mean that pursuing ineffective policies comes at an opportunity cost. Without more focused and disciplined leadership, achieving ambitious goals in...
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