All articles tagged with #class
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
Daniel Day-Lewis criticizes the elitism of theatre compared to cinema, discusses his career, method acting, and his admiration for Mary Poppins, while reflecting on the changing perceptions of acting and film.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Slate Magazine
Materialists, a new romantic comedy by Celine Song, uniquely addresses the economic realities of its characters, with explicit mentions of their incomes and assets, contrasting traditional rom-coms' glossed-over financial details. The film explores themes of money, status, and love through a love triangle involving characters played by Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans, highlighting how financial and social status influence relationships. It offers a mix of satire and romance, with strong performances and stylish visuals, but its moral resolution may feel somewhat contrived.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CharlieINTEL.com
Baldur's Gate 3 players believe that the Druid class is the most powerful and versatile choice, excelling in battlefield control and summoning abilities, despite being overlooked due to narrative reasons. Fans argue that Druids have unique spells and the ability to Wild Shape into powerful creatures, making them a top pick for all game modes, including Honour mode. Despite the availability of Druid companions in the game, players are adamant that choosing a Druid as the main character is a decision they won't regret.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
"Land of Milk and Honey" by C Pam Zhang is an apocalyptic novel that tells the haunting story of an ambitious chef navigating a world where commercial crops fail and food becomes scarce. The protagonist, a young chef, takes on a job as a private chef for a research community on a mountain near the Italian border, where she prepares extravagant meals for wealthy investors. The novel explores themes of environmental destruction and class, while offering a rich and atmospheric portrayal of a dystopian future.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Africa Report
The recent deaths of wealthy men aboard the Titan submersible and migrants on an overcrowded fishing trawler highlight the power of class and status, even in tragedy. The media coverage and international search efforts for the wealthy men contrast with the delayed assistance and scant media coverage for the migrants. The circumstances that placed them on their respective vessels reflect biases shaped by financial wealth and social standing. The poem "Home" by Warsan Shire offers a powerful response to questions about why migrants take such risks. The fact that lives can be consigned to memory or subject to erasure based solely on financial wealth and social standing is a tremendous tragedy and disservice to humanity.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Blizzard News
Diablo Immortal is celebrating its first anniversary with new content including a Diablo IV Launch Celebration event, Lilith-themed cosmetics, a new zone, and a new class with a mid-range playstyle. The new additions will be released over the next two months.