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  Social Network The - The...

  Film Trivia Metaverse

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  THE SOCIAL NETWORK 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA COLLECTION 
    
  FROM THE MOVIE DIRECTED BY DAVID FINCHER 
    
  CREATED BY FILM TRIVIA METAVERSE 
    
  ABOUT THE FILM 
  The Social Network is a 2010 biographical drama directed by David Fincher, depicting the founding of Facebook and the legal battles that followed. The film centers on Mark Zuckerberg, a Harvard student who creates a social networking site that becomes a global phenomenon. As Facebook grows in popularity, Zuckerberg faces betrayal and lawsuits from former friends and business partners, including Eduardo Saverin and the Winklevoss twins. The movie explores themes of ambition, friendship, betrayal, and the cost of success in the digital age, highlighting the complex dynamics of power and identity in the tech world. 
    
  TRIVIA SAMPLES: 
    
  “Mark Zuckerberg originally planned to never watch this movie. However, he ended up going with several of his employees and later commented that despite some inaccuracies, they got his clothing right.” 
    
  “Jesse Eisenberg, who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), said that one of the hardest parts of his role was intentionally acting in ways that contradicted his natural behavior, something he had struggled against his whole life.” 
    
  “David Fincher's favorite line in the movie is, "I'm just checking your math on that. Yes, I got the same thing." 
    
  “Jesse Eisenberg and Andrew Garfield became close friends during filming. Eisenberg revealed that the dramatic rivalry between their characters was emotionally challenging for them, as it affected their relationship in real life.”

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  Vijayanagara Empire - Hampi's...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Vijayanagara Empire emerged as one of the most significant and powerful dynasties in Indian history, rising at a time when the Indian subcontinent was fragmented and facing threats from expanding Islamic sultanates. Its foundation in the 14th century was a turning point that not only established a strong Hindu kingdom in southern India but also laid the groundwork for a cultural and economic renaissance. 
  The origins of Vijayanagara trace back to the political instability of the Deccan region. The Delhi Sultanate had extended its influence into the south, leading to the weakening of older Hindu kingdoms such as the Kakatiyas, Hoysalas, and Pandyas. Amid this turmoil, two brothers, Harihara and Bukka, originally serving under the Kakatiya rulers, rose to prominence. After being captured and later released by the Delhi Sultanate, they sought guidance from the sage Vidyaranya, who inspired them to establish a strong Hindu kingdom to resist further invasions. In 1336, they founded the city of Vijayanagara on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, marking the birth of the empire. 
  From its inception, the Vijayanagara Empire was strategically positioned to thrive. The Tungabhadra River provided a natural defensive barrier, while the rocky terrain of Hampi served as a formidable protection against enemy invasions. The early rulers focused on consolidating power, expanding their territories, and strengthening their military capabilities. Under Harihara I, the empire extended its control over parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, securing key trade routes and fortifying its defenses.

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  Auguste Renoir

  Patrick Baude

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  Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) is one of the most famous French impressionist painters. Influenced in his early works by Raphael, and creator of more than 6,000 paintings, Renoir gave more importance to the human figure than to the landscape. His works, enriched by a palette that was exclusive and unique to the artist, show us life in Paris at the time. His greatest masterpiece remains the Bal du Moulin de la Galette.

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  How to be Chic in the Winter -...

  Fiona Ferris

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  Late summer heading into early autumn/fall is a such beautiful time of the year. You can feel everything growing still and soft; nature is slowing down and people are getting cozy. The most stunning colours can be found outdoors at this time. 
  Despite the natural beauty and your looking forward to the coziness of winter, you find that a few short months later things have gone awry. You have ploughed headlong into winter without design or plan; you are wearing the same clothes as last year because you have not put thought into your wardrobe; you have put on weight from indiscriminate eating and are complaining in your head, or worse, out loud that ‘it’s cold today’. This was me! 
  Many warm-blooded creatures hibernate when it is cold out and go with their natural instincts by doing so. They don't enter the spring season stressed; rather, animals waking up from hibernation are coming to sleepily, well rested and ready for the warmer season; so, why don’t we? We wouldn't go to sleep for months on end, but perhaps we can take a leaf out of their book and make winter a mental spa time of rejuvenation, beauty and pleasure. 
  It is easy to be enthusiastic about the winter season when the leaves are turning. Fall fashions are always fun to look forward to. We can rekindle our love for the colours of plum, navy and camel at this time of year. But a few months later the novelty has already worn off! 
  Discover strategies for not just surviving, but thriving this winter; on how to have a chic and beautiful winter season and emerge, like a butterfly ready for a gorgeous spring and summer. 
  If you are ready to change how you feel about the winter season, treat yourself to a copy of ‘How to be Chic in the Winter’!

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  Cinema’s Frontline - War Films...

  Cameron Jameson

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  Unravel the Legacy: How War Films Shape and Reflect our World 
   
  Ever wondered how the silver screen has mirrored the tumultuous pages of history? How does cinema capture the essence of wars that have torn apart nations and rebuilt them? Cinema’s Frontline: War Films from Silent Era to the Modern Day delves deep into the heart of war films, revealing the profound ways they have impacted society and been influenced by it in return. 
   
  Take a journey back in time to the silent era, where the genre was born and cinema began its portrayal of war. Witness the transition from silent black-and-white portrayals to the technicolor epics of WWII, the emotional rawness of Vietnam War films, and the technological marvels of modern warfare movies. Along the way, explore the societal reflections, controversies, and ethical debates surrounding these films. 
   
  But it's not just about the films. It's about the people they represent. How has cinema portrayed veterans, women, and minorities over the decades? How have war films aided in healing trauma or fanning the flames of protest? This book will provide answers, unraveling the intricate relationship between cinema and society. From the pioneers of the silent era to the groundbreaking directors of today, discover the stories behind the stories on the big screen. 
   
  Dive into Cinema’s Frontline: War Films from Silent Era to the Modern Day to embark on an enlightening cinematic journey. Whether you’re a film enthusiast, a history buff, or someone intrigued by the interplay of art and society, this book promises to captivate, inform, and inspire. Secure your passage to a deeper understanding of war films and their indelible mark on culture and consciousness.

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  Duran Duran's Rio

  Annie Zaleski

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  In the '80s, the Birmingham, England, band Duran Duran became closely associated with new wave, an idiosyncratic genre that dominated the decade's music and culture. No album represented this rip-it-up-and-start-again movement better than the act's breakthrough 1982 LP, Rio. A cohesive album with a retro-futuristic sound—influences include danceable disco, tangy funk, swaggering glam, and Roxy Music's art-rock—the full-length sold millions and spawned smashes such as ""Hungry Like the Wolf"" and the title track.However, Rio wasn't a success everywhere at first; in fact, the LP had to be buffed-up with remixes and reissued before it found an audience in America. The album was further buoyed by colorful music videos, which established Duran Duran as leaders of an MTV-driven second British Invasion, and the group's cutting-edge visual aesthetic. Via extensive new interviews with band members and other figures who helped Rio succeed, this book explores how and why Rio became a landmark pop-rock album, and examines how the LP was both a musical inspiration—and a reflection of a musical, cultural, and technology zeitgeist.

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