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February 23, 2026

Seizing Moments — Cinema and Consciousness

Sunday night in the big city.
A blizzard had begun, with the possibility of a couple of feet of snow as it continues through tomorrow.
Only emergency traffic was being allowed on the streets.
It’s extra quiet.
A perfect time for a nice small meal and some choice cinema at the Anomalous Duo Playhouse.

Backyard trees, frosted. Last night and this morning.





CINEMA I

Last night’s feature was the extraordinary Russian film The Cranes Are Flying (1957) — a powerful portrait of love and loss during World War II. Directed by Mikhail Kalatozov, with truly dazzling cinematography by Sergei Urusevsky.
Very highly recommended. ★★★★★

And, you can watch the full movie on YouTube. 96 minutes.






CINEMA II

A word piece about the making of my 2025 film “DUSK EYES” — was published this week in Counter Arts on Medium.

Click on the image below to read the article.

A link to the entire film, now on YouTube, is included in the piece.

“Dusk Eyes”







A conversation about Humanity and Consciousness. . .







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