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Karlovy Vary International Film Festival: movie review, The Other Bank

July 12th, 2009

The Georgian director George Ovashvilli has created a movie that opens your eyes and leaves an unforgettable impression. Though many are affected by the Georgian-Abkhazian conflict, many are not even aware that it exists.
The Other Bank tells a story of a Georgian boy, whose family fled from Abkhazia during the war and who is living in poverty of Tbilisi. Yet, one day he decides to go back to Abkhazia and find his father whom he hasn’t seen in years. Through the story of his journey, the director, George Ovashvilli portrays many different aspects of life after the war: from street children to international violence.

Overall, The Other Bank is a must-see. The film’s cinematography is done in such a way, that you are hypnotized by what is going on. Calling this film amazing is not giving it enough justice. In short, The Other Bank is the definition of what film is supposed to do and what effect it is supposed to have on people.

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Vacation in Italy,Venice and Lido di Jesolo

July 7th, 2009

One of the best resorts in Italy is Lido di Jesolo, located on the Venetian Riviera. It is only 40 km away from Venice, but it allows you to experience the best of the Veneto Region in Italy: Venice, the beach, shopping, partying, etc. A 15 km long promenade of bars, restaurants, shops and of course, the beach, is everything one needs for a perfect vacation in Italy. From Lido di Jesolo there is a boat that takes you directly to St. Mark’s Square in Venice in about 30 minutes. It is one of the most beautiful views of the city and definitely a pleasant trip.

Hotel Excelsior in Lido di Jesolo (near Venice) is a perfect place to spend your vacation in Italy. It contains everything one needs to enjoy: private beach, pool, bar, restaurant as well as friendly staff and great service. Make sure you eat at the hotel also. Although there is a stereotype of hotel food being not so great, this is definitely an exception. The new chef, Francesco, who prior to coming to the Excelsior worked at the Nobu restaurant in London , is bound to make you fall in love with the cuisine. Besides traditional Italian food, there is always fresh grill, amazing salad bar and much much more.

For more information: www.excelsiorjesolo.com

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Best sushi restaurant in Prague, Czech Republic

July 7th, 2009

Finding a good sushi restaurant in Prague seems to be as difficult as finding a good beach in the Czech republic. Most people who have tried good sushi and are now living in Prague have already gotten used to the fact that sushi is just something you don’t eat here. But there is one sushi restaurant in Prague that changes all of that completely: SOHO.

First of all, its location of SOHO restaurant right on the river and the city view is bound to take your breath away. The interior is modern and almost all white, which makes it look very different from all the other restaurants in Prague. And food here is simply amazing. There is a sushi menu, an entrée menu and on the weekends, even weekend brunch. This place lets you experience the best of Japanese cuisine, class and the beauty of Prague. It is the perfect restaurant for anniversaries, weddings, etc.

For more information : http://www.sohorestaurant.cz/

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Laterna Magika

May 7th, 2009

Laterna Magika (www.laterna.cz ) is playing various performances depending on the day. The idea is the mix of classical and modern dance as well as video installations. Definerely a must see in Prague, very original.

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Gipsy Kings songs in a musical

May 7th, 2009

The new musical, Zorro (http://www.zorrothemusical.com/ ), is going to open in Paris in October and will continue to play in other european cities. This musical is completely based on Gipsy Kings songs.

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Dirty Dancing the Musical

May 7th, 2009

The great story of Dirty Dancing is now on stage all over Europe! Germany, The Netherlands and Great Britain are all playing the show simultaneusly.

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