Posts from @wiseagent

MOVIE REVIEW: “Street Fighter” (2026)

wiseagent — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:09:45 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![street_fighter01_new.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23zGgR8Ut6BxH5KLhpVbzxtNqvmfCw2cjmkp5nLva2FsgtRUkt1enyGfcLkK1aATkM225.png)[IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65799456/)

Synopsis: Ryu and Ken, two of the best fighters in the world, reunite when Chun-Li recruits them for the World Warrior Tournament. However, when they find themselves in the middle of a sinister conspiracy, they must face each other to overcome not only a traumatic past they share, but also try to save the world from chaos.

Betting on movie adaptations based on video games is always a complicated challenge. In fact, I think any type of adaptation when it is transposed to the big screen is already born as a challenge with great complexity because it is something that already has a predefined concept. However, in the case of video games, all aspects of an adaptation become more complex because the movie's visual style comes even before the narrative that will hold it together. Here, we have a good visual aesthetic... However, the script is a disaster most of the time. I confess that I had high expectations for this new adaptation, but I left the cinema quite disappointed.

![street_fighter02.1.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23yJJuKSagSDTh8py9zET7UAGDrdNhrXgSeBWstT92gaBLgWadQUwTQJbbPvPwhuS9x6B.png)[TechEBlog](https://www.techeblog.com/new-street-fighter-trailer-movie-2026/)![street_fighter02.2.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23xKJPvncai36SNt7bavBXwpftXGEZcNAF57Zz1KBbQMNyMNyZKsZUDyTb1hwH2hynuvY.png)[TechEBlog](https://www.techeblog.com/new-street-fighter-trailer-movie-2026/)![street_fighter02.3.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23tbPXPrP8H88fL8Zwfvrf1rLAZB7V4ZmwBnefBHd8rgsYxj9sdNazLhR6AZ1yskayMKa.png)[Looper](https://www.looper.com/2289449/street-fighter-movie-2026-ending-explained/)

Within Capcom's history, it is remarkable to notice the success of Street Fighter as a game. Despite the ups and downs over the years, this is a video game franchise that is still widely recognized because it has a large legion of fans spread around the world. This time, the moment has come to bet on another live-action adaptation, and here the focus is to branch out the essence of the game by introducing many characters into the already famous World Warrior Tournament. This is one of the main mistakes of the script, because inflating the plot with many characters without delving into anything is brutal. Not just because of the excess itself, but because it directly harms the development of what really matters.

This type of misguided decision delivers to the audience a project that is "empty" in its essence (even though it is indeed simple in its most well-known context), because many of the characters in the movie are almost like "functional allegories" to remind the audience (through recognizable costumes and the use of fight moves or inexplicable powers) of what the movie is about. This should work, and for a while, it even manages to be a "fun twist" within the narrative, but the long-term result becomes boring, predictable, and even messy most of the time. It's nice to see that the technical production bet on this visual fidelity of costumes and fight scenes... But there is no substance.

![street_fighter03.1.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wMVxvMXV7ihdsV8zBhKGRfJra2uVGzCNMAxAWhjQA3XiLhpCSThxDqLt5SjUctMVy81.png)[GameVicio](https://www.gamevicio.com/noticias/2026/09/street-fighter-ganha-novo-trailer-epico/)![street_fighter03.2.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wqa8dqK2o6tfSaCoLNYjG9zwnVk13hmU1nfKfwVc8NRYr9raqvjGTFxrVyUK9Cq5z4p.png)[Nerdist](https://nerdist.com/article/street-fighter-ryu-vs-blanka-special-look-clip/)![street_fighter03.3.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wMRrQFYt4eChpJJUceMnTG9Jw9PDWrS4ERumCeGYQg1m535iyeBTDSSr6AFKpnyqJ1b.png)[O Vício](https://ovicio.com.br/filme-live-action-de-street-fighter-ganha-seu-primeiro-trailer/)

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When it's real, it lasts forever.

wiseagent — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:35:36 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![moviemaker01.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23xovApd9BmLH43NmYmhR3pkX1qFdChbCQF1eerJU7WjMK556jUyWyKbDTnin9qrsanqT.png)[Backstage](https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/how-to-find-film-director-jobs-74488/)

It's interesting to realize that, as we grow up, we start thinking about pursuing different types of professions. When we are children, we are the equivalent of an empty vessel, and because of this, we need to be "shaped" by everything around us. Whether by our parents, by choice, or by the environments we frequent (even if sporadically), our character is built through these interactions (which may or may not be authorized).

Everything depends on who takes care of us (usually, those on the front lines are our parents). Even though in childhood (and even in pre-adolescence and adolescence) we depend almost entirely on these socializations, when we talk about the "dream job", it is up to no one but ourselves to decide what will "bind" us forever. The choices we make may change, but if it’s real... it will always be there (and we will be reminded of that).

Speaking from personal experience. When I was a child, I often thought about being a Formula 1 driver (and also a pilot), an astronaut, a scientist, and a lawyer. These were just a few examples. However, it was in the middle of my adolescence that the world of cinema "hold" me and never let me go. Since then, I have incessantly thought about being a director and screenwriter. Unfortunately, I still haven't been able to work in either of the two professions... But the passion only grows.

It's not just about watching movies (at home or in the cinema), it's about writing a story and creating a unique reality from that act. Literally, it's about showing my particular worldview in relation to what I'm writing, and especially, about how I want to present that to the audience. This fascinates me in a way that no words can explain. If you also have a dream like this, you will certainly understand me easily.

![moviemaker02.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23vi5tTTcjLtuo8mw71M5dTC1gibZwggm8rwZ7mDfnERjpTdjAZkawHvZQMP37S9dwY53.png)[POND5](https://blog.pond5.com/9419-screenwriting-101-7-basic-steps-to-writing-a-screenplay/)

I don't know what my professional future holds for me. I also recognize that I haven't been pursuing this dream profession very actively. However, the demands of the real world do not allow me to "fantasize" about this pursuit, because when daily needs call me, I can’t ignore them. On the other hand, I enjoyed writing this text because reflecting on all of this makes me even more certain that these are the professions I truly want to pursue.

Living in Brazil, I also need to acknowledge how difficult it is to nurture this dream. Culture (in a general and very realistic sense) is not highly valued here, and specifically speaking about independent art, everything becomes much worse (especially because the most vibrant scene, where good opportunities exist, almost never has its notable value recognized). The feeling of having your dreams crushed is bad, but you eventually learn to overcome it.

The most I've done (to date) are some experimental short movies and writing a few small scripts. Nothing very expressive, but I think I already have a defined identity to work in this segment. I still need to bring more depth to these actions, and I intend to do so at a more opportune moment. While this doesn't have a definition, the flame of the dream remains lit. Mainly because, if I had to have forgotten... It would have already happened.

Even experiencing and knowing all of this, my desire did not disappear. This only proves that these professions, even though difficult within a realistic execution context, are part of the path I have to follow. Dreams, contrary to what many think, are not created; they simply "sprout" in our minds as a life purpose. If they are real, life leads us in other directions; but they continue to be a part of us in some way.

This is my entry in the contest being promoted by the India United community.

**Cuando es de verdad, permanece para siempre.**

Es interesante darse cuenta de que, a medida que vamos creciendo, vamos pensando en ejercer diferentes tipos de profesiones. Cuando somos niños, somos el equivalente a un recipiente vacío, y debido a eso, necesitamos ser "modelados" con todo lo que está a nuestro alrededor. Ya sea por nuestros padres, por elección o por los entornos que frecuentamos (aunque sea esporádicamente), nuestro carácter se va construyendo a través de estas interacciones (que pueden o no ser autorizadas).

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An (increasingly) narrow bottleneck.

wiseagent — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:11:24 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![a_narrow_bottleneck.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/2432FbrpgkTtyVw9Kf6ibdS556QFq1TnNwecXEqwUgbfEcM4r9hNnQvDTVz86aGQD6yiL.png)[The Banker](https://www.thebanker.com/content/d5877077-8cd0-5d71-84c1-9e3e7c2452fd)

There was a time when the competition among movies in cinemas was, so to speak, fairer. Now, in a more "predatory" manner, the increasingly strong trend is to be part of a niche that generally involves major studios, products with a quite popular audience (who generally accept any more generic product more easily), big names (directors, screenwriters, cast), and very attractive percentages of financial profits. The formula is predictable, and this has an essentially negative impact because it reflects society’s interest in what is superfluous.

The essence of cinema has been lost over the years, and despite there still being resistance, the interest (or acceptance) of what comes from outside this "bubble" needs to break barriers never seen before. Whether on big screens or small ones (since we already have streaming channels that can be accessed on different types of screens), the competition with the smaller names within this same segment is becoming increasingly unfair (and everything tends to get much worse). Basically, due to contractual issues and general public interest, low-impact cinema is almost silenced.

In summary, the result of this "unbalanced scale" is very bad for those who are not part of the "elitized cinema". Even though there are movies that break through this aforementioned bubble, there is not enough demand to completely disrupt the already established foundations within this industry. The showcase for these is small each week; which ends up resulting in much less exposure. Thus, many movies and talented professionals end up being "erased" even before they come into existence. It's a sad reality, but it's not new. However, it has been increasing.

If you truly love cinema, you need to look beyond what's on the shelf... In other words, you need to "dig" deep into what is on display, avoid the obvious and the trends that are popular at specific times. This is a functional way to "rebel" against the system, and at the same time, give small movies a chance to be appreciated in the right way. I know this won't change overnight, but we need to start doing something to change this scenario, so the big bosses understand that they can't control the machine entirely. Otherwise, what will the cinema of the future be like?

**Un cuello de botella (cada vez más) estrecho.**

Ya hubo un tiempo en que las competiciones de las películas en las salas de cine eran, por así decirlo, más justas. Ahora, de una manera más "predatoria", la fuerte tendencia cada vez más creciente es formar parte de un nicho que generalmente involucra grandes estudios, productos con un público popular (y que generalmente acepta cualquier producto más genérico con más facilidad), nombres de peso (directores, guionistas, elenco) y porcentajes muy atractivos de ganancias financieras. La fórmula es predecible, y esto conlleva un impacto esencialmente negativo porque es un reflejo del interés de la sociedad en lo superfluo.

La esencia del cine se ha ido perdiendo a lo largo de los años, y a pesar de que aún hay resistencia, el interés (o aceptación) de lo que viene de fuera de esta "burbuja" necesita romper barreras nunca antes vistas. Ya sea en las pantallas grandes o en las pequeñas (ya que tenemos canales de streaming que pueden ser accesibles en diferentes tipos de pantallas), la competencia con los pequeños nombres dentro de este mismo segmento está siendo cada vez más desleal (y todo tiende a empeorar). Básicamente, por cuestiones contractuales e interés del público en general, el cine de menor impacto está casi silenciado.

En síntesis, el resultado de esta “balanza desajustada” es muy malo para quienes no forman parte del “cine elitizado”. Aunque existen películas que rompen esta burbuja mencionada más arriba, no hay suficiente demanda para romper de una vez las bases ya establecidas dentro de esta industria. La vitrina para estos es pequeña semana; lo que acaba resultando en mucho menos exposición. Así, muchas películas y profesionales talentosos terminan siendo "borrados" antes de siquiera existir. Es una triste realidad, pero que no es nueva. Sin embargo, está aumentando.

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Blazing new possibilities with ELIXIR.

wiseagent — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:40:03 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![elixir_contest01.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23uFKT2cpZ58PAynmqQaxNyTB6fKZV2yejDw7tJ2oVGgwHatuuyCqyR3PGJ7CbSFJuKsg.png)

Each concept that is properly thought out and developed with very solid ideas certainly has a greater chance of paving a prosperous path ahead. Within this ecosystem, it couldn't be any different, and with Hive being a place where everything seems to happen simultaneously in the construction of the so-called WEB 3.0, it is essential to bring new paths that can be extensively explored within everything that blockchain technology can offer us.

Here, one of the best ways to do this is to create new communities and (if possible) tokens. The two elements complement each other because they carry some kind of ideology that helps to "segregate" content and users within the same "bubble". This does not mean that there is a distancing from the rest of the users, but that there are ways to connect with concepts, ideas, and thoughts that are more aligned with their preferences.

One of the most recent projects, which operates in these two areas (community and token), is called ELIXIR. Created by the user @bulliontools (a member of the Hive Integration Committee, as well as one of the founders of the DUO project), the ELIXIR token acts as a kind of extra "fuel" (through the @nectarbytes profile) to support posts that are feeding the Mildly Infuriating community (which is basically a place to vent your frustrations).

![elixir_contest02.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23tbLxWiMoY88mdyrguWQUCzW2Sf1rLCSpqUgyGG3qsbpJrm7QpdvaR1kzTQQLirRgx3F.png)[Chicago Tribune](https://www.chicagotribune.com/2018/09/22/5-myths-about-anger/)

Support can also be offered to posts that are published outside of this community, and we can all play an important role here. Through the purchase of tokens or our delegations of HIVE POWER, we participate not only in the indirect curation of content but also become eligible to earn weekly HIVE passively (depending on how many ELIXIR tokens we have staked in our own accounts). Do you want more details?

Click on this post, and check the numbers and the full project's photograph with more details.

My personal experience with this project has been very positive (so far). I like to invest in projects that have their own identity and, at the same time, are also considering various supports for their followers and potential investors. Everything is still very new, but the return is being encouraging. In the long run, the benefits have a very good profit potential, which, by the way, goes beyond money itself. Everything depends on your own perception.

I would like to invite some hivers (@litguru, @friendlymoose, @angeluxx, @jongolson and @cositav) to take a look at this contest.

**Explorando nuevas posibilidades com ELIXIR.**

Cada concepto que es debidamente pensado y desarrollado con ideas muy sólidas, ciertamente tiene mayores posibilidades de pavimentar un camino próspero por delante. Dentro de este ecosistema, esto no podría ser diferente, y siendo Hive un lugar donde todo parece suceder al mismo tiempo en la construcción de la llamada WEB 3.0, es esencial abrir nuevos caminos que puedan ser ampliamente explorados dentro de todo lo que la tecnología blockchain puede ofrecernos.

Aquí, una de las mejores maneras de hacer esto es crear nuevas comunidades y (si es posible) tokens. Los dos elementos se complementan, porque llevan consigo algún tipo de ideología que ayuda a “segregar” contenidos y usuarios dentro de una misma “burbuja”. Eso no quiere decir que haya una distancia con respecto al resto de los usuarios, sino que existen medios para conectarse con conceptos, ideas y pensamientos que están más alineados con sus preferencias.

Uno de los proyectos más recientes, y que actúa en estas dos vertientes (comunidad y token), se llama ELIXIR. Creado por el usuario @bulliontools (miembro del Comité de Integración de Hive, además de ser uno de los fundadores del proyecto DUO), el token ELIXIR funciona como una especie de "combustible" extra (a través del perfil @nectarbytes) para ayudar a publicaciones que están alimentando la comunidad Mildly Infuriating (que es básicamente un lugar para escribir tus desahogos).

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One last attempt (at least for now).

wiseagent — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:51:39 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![one_last_attempt.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23zm9d8xVoQCbJmtVXB31sqQ9txoJrmSDV9F1WYcRTYQKLpMrkT4qTJXKKdC6FoTLyD4j.png)[Magnific](https://www.magnific.com/free-photos-vectors/man-frustration-silhouette)

It had been a while since the last time I talked about this ecosystem with anyone outside of my personal "cyber bubble". However, some of my real-world friends who bet on cryptocurrencies (and are very active on WEB 2.0 social media) recently approached me to ask about alternatives to make money by writing and publishing their content, or even recording and publishing videos (as is done on YouTube, for example). Given this scenario, I felt compelled to talk (for those who were not yet familiar) about what this ecosystem is. Yes, I tried once again.

Hive is not a new project for some of them, because I had already mentioned it a few years ago. However, the lack of interest and adherence to the project made them forget about this option. Other friends didn't even know about this project (they only have a superficial understanding of blockchain as part of the construction of WEB 3.0), and I preferred to emphasize the project to them, as they are more open-minded to receive information about what happens here, and how things happen here. Of course, I couldn't delve into many points, but I did everything possible.

Particularly speaking, even though all the explanations were quite detailed and systematic, it is really pointless to explain any project when the profile of the people possibly interested in it does not match what is expected. When the money factor (considering the unit value currently worth "only" US$ 0.05) becomes the biggest obstacle to attracting new users (and keeping them as active users in the long term), all other benefits become invisible, because they consider it a very low value to dedicate so much time and / or dedication. Such a mistake!

When you realize that money becomes the starting and ending point for these users, it's easy to give up explaining. That doesn't mean I will never talk about this ecosystem with anyone again, but at the moment... This was my last attempt. It's disappointing to see people who have a relatively good understanding of the world of cryptocurrencies, but can't see anything beyond the monetary figures in a short period of time. I feel that it is much harder to bring new users to this project... And to make them stay here for the right reasons (which is the most difficult part).

**Una última tentativa (al menos por ahora).**

Ya hacía algún tiempo que no hablaba sobre este ecosistema con nadie fuera de mi "burbuja cibernética" personal. Sin embargo, algunos de mis amigos en el mundo real que hacen apuestas con criptomonedas (y son muy asiduos en las redes sociales de la WEB 2.0) recientemente me buscaron para preguntar sobre alternativas para ganar dinero escribiendo y publicando sus contenidos, o incluso grabando y publicando videos (como se hace en YouTube, por ejemplo). Ante este escenario, me vi en la obligación de hablar (para aquellos que aún no lo conocían) sobre qué es este ecosistema. Sí, lo intenté una vez más.

Hive no es un proyecto nuevo para algunos de ellos, porque ya había comentado sobre eso hace algunos años. Sin embargo, la falta de interés y adhesión al proyecto los hizo olvidar esa opción. Otros amigos ni siquiera conocían este proyecto (solo tienen un conocimiento superficial sobre blockchain como parte de la construcción de la WEB 3.0), y preferí enfatizar el proyecto para ellos, ya que tienen una mente más abierta para recibir la información sobre lo que sucede por aquí, y cómo suceden las cosas por aquí. Claro que no pude profundizar en muchos puntos, pero hice todo lo posible.

Particularmente hablando, aunque todas las explicaciones hayan sido bastante detalladas y sistémicas, no sirve de nada explicar cualquier proyecto cuando el perfil de las personas posiblemente interesadas en él no está de acuerdo con lo que se espera. Cuando el factor dinero (considerando el valor unitario valiendo “solo” US$ 0.05 en este momento) se convierte en el mayor obstáculo para atraer nuevos usuarios (y mantenerlos como usuarios activos a largo plazo), todos los otros beneficios se vuelven invisibles, porque consideran un valor muy bajo para dedicar tanto tiempo y / o dedicación. ¡Qué error!

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Choosing between the dirty and the poorly washed.

wiseagent — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 01:51:27 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![bad_choices_politics.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23u5xjqfdxbkwfX8gJGKEVk4jENqsVTtZUVMVnRsyTqSKvEgQnWtEjwN8GwdkcDRFBD81.png)[Congresso em Foco](https://www.congressoemfoco.com.br/noticia/121313/btg-nexus-lula-e-flavio-ficam-a-5-pontos-no-1-turno-e-empatam-no-2)

The "soap opera" of the presidential race in Brazil ends this coming Sunday. Finally, we will be free from watching so many empty clashes, childish socio-political-cultural behaviors, and fake news everyplace (both online and offline). The second round will elect the next president of Brazil, and we really couldn't be facing such a destructive choice; one that is gradually eroding the quality of life we live.

What we have today at the top of power is evidently bad (there's no denying that), but what could still come is infinitely worse. On one hand, we have a problematic government (which has been running this country for two decades; with fluctuating terms), governed by a party that has historically fostered various crimes of corruption... On the other hand, we have a government that flirts with the morality and ethics of the constitution itself, in addition to other crimes (the list of scandals is quite long).

Historically speaking, never before in the history of Brazilian politics has society been forced to choose between such a bad pair of representatives. It's not about the parties (because division will always exist); it's about who is at the forefront of these parties, raising a banner of ideologies that should represent the interests of the people. Literally, having to vote in this runoff is like being trapped in a snare or heading straight into one.

There are no positive forecasts here, because both the left and the right suffer from some systemic problems. No one is virtuous (at least not enough) to navigate this "political game" without leaving a trail of dirt. It's precisely within this scenario that society will need to choose between the two candidates who don't have much to offer; but the decision needs to go much further than just choosing a representative.

It's necessary to choose not to lose rights (of any kind); it's necessary to choose not to flirt with the chaos that political repression can cause; it's necessary not to give up on establishing class equality (at different levels); it's necessary to understand that political perfection will never exist... Much more than that, it's to understand the danger that lies on the other side of that door, and it's precisely what can make the entire national territory go back in time in a very frightening way (to say the least).

**Escolhendo entre o sujo e o mal lavado.**

La "telenovela" de la carrera presidencial en Brasil termina este próximo domingo. Finalmente, nos vamos librar de ver tantos enfrentamientos vacíos, comportamientos sociopolítico-culturales infantiles y noticias falsas por todas partes (dentro y fuera de internet). La segunda vuelta va a elegir al próximo presidente de Brasil, y realmente no podríamos estar ante una elección tan destructiva; que poco a poco, va corroyendo el nivel de calidad con el que vivimos.

Lo que tenemos hoy en la cima del poder es evidentemente malo (no se puede negar eso), pero lo que aún puede venir, es infinitamente peor. Si por un lado tenemos un gobierno problemático (y que desde hace dos décadas ya gobierna este país; con mandatos oscilantes), que es regido por un partido que históricamente alimenta diferentes crímenes de corrupción... Por otro lado, tenemos un gobierno que coquetea con la moral y la ética de la propia constitución, además de otros crímenes (la lista de escándalos es muy larga).

Históricamente hablando, nunca antes en la historia de la política brasileña, la sociedad se había visto obligada a elegir entre una pareja de representantes tan malos. No se trata de partidos (porque la división siempre existirá); se trata de quién está al frente de esos partidos, levantando una bandera de ideologías que debería representar los intereses de las personas. Literalmente, tener que votar en esta segunda vuelta es como estar atrapado en una trampa o ir directo a una.

No hay pronósticos positivos aquí, porque tanto el lado izquierdo como el lado derecho sufren con algunos problemas sistémicos. Nadie es idóneo (al menos no lo suficiente) para moverse dentro de este "juego político" sin dejar un rastro de suciedad. Es precisamente dentro de este escenario, que la sociedad necesitará elegir entre los dos candidatos que no tienen mucho que ofrecer; pero la decisión debe ir mucho más allá de solo elegir a un representante.

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The sweetest escape.

wiseagent — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:31:33 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![the_sweetest_escape01.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wWw38jKRDezZUrKTutu47o4fg6DvC5Zbdo1rXU2PwWeJekRXaNQp9jPKUWedbNCSrqw.png)[The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/article/2024/sep/04/tv-writers-room)

There was a time when I considered Hollywood the "mecca" of world cinema; but I believe no one can blame me, because the rest of the world thought the same thing. The big difference is that when cinema spread around the world, those who couldn't broaden their own vision on it were left behind in time. The concepts, the ideas, the thoughts, the actions... Anyway, a lot has changed, and we as people, have changed too.

Fortunately, it's been a while since my point of view on American cinema changed. There is no denying the hegemony that still keeps Americans as "predators" within the global movie industry. However, they no longer have the same power as before. Moreover, they urgently need the help of other countries, in different segments, to continue doing what they do. Foreign cinema has become a "sweet escape".

Even so, the cinematic work done in the United States still resorts to old tricks, such as betting on sequels of successful franchises, remakes, live-actions, revivals, and literary adaptations or those based on video games. These are also very well-known escapes within this type of market. Whenever something seems to be going off the rails, this "protocol" of action is triggered... But increasingly, relying on external talents.

![the_sweetest_escape02.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23vYrBDYtsUKyrADXx78HsJXartL7doTwXuvsjWLTCkuHuCkQxmihDhDTkCwh7wFTLmF1.png)[Vanity Fair](https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/the-year-that-broke-hollywood?srsltid=AU7gw4Uept9lX7dTmAk5fwBfS56ErKmHy4U0MYbY8ouuS0qFwo1Qxsma)

Whether directors, screenwriters, producers, cast, musicians, or technical crew... There is no longer a way to make movies within Hollywood without the mingling of talent that is spread across the world. Neglecting (or even ignoring all the talent out there) is like shooting oneself in the foot, and the Americans have understood this for some time. Anyway, they still don't act as they should... Although they are increasingly immersed in a scenario that is impossible to escape.

One way or another, everything Hollywood chooses to do in the modern cinema scene no longer solely depends on them. Decisions need to be made based on inclusion and the amplification of various segments that were previously points of social segregation (such as the presence of minorities) within movies. The sweet escape of American cinema finds itself increasingly at the mercy of what foreign cinema can offer (which seems to me to be a minimally "fair trade").

**La escapada más dulce.**

Ya hubo un tiempo en que consideraba a Hollywood como la "meca" del cine mundial; pero creo que nadie puede culparme, porque el resto del mundo también pensaba lo mismo. La gran diferencia es que, cuando el cine se extendió por el mundo, quienes no lograron ampliar su propia visión sobre eso, se quedaron estancados en el tiempo. Los conceptos, las ideas, los pensamientos, las acciones... En fin, muchas cosas han cambiado, y nosotros como personas, también hemos cambiado.

Afortunadamente, ya hace un tiempo que mi punto de vista sobre el cine estadounidense ha cambiado. No se puede negar toda la hegemonía que aún mantiene a los estadounidenses como "depredadores" dentro de la industria del cine mundial. Sin embargo, ya no tienen el mismo poder de antes. Además, necesitan urgentemente la ayuda de otros países, en diferentes segmentos, para continuar haciendo lo que hacen. El cine extranjero se ha convertido en una "dulce escapada".

Aún así, el trabajo cinematográfico hecho en Estados Unidos todavía recurre a viejos trucos, como por ejemplo: las apuestas secuelas de franquicias exitosas, remakes, live-actions, revivals y adaptaciones literarias o basadas en videojuegos. Esas también son escapadas muy conocidas dentro de este tipo de mercado. Siempre que algo parece estar saliéndose de los rieles, se activa este "protocolo" de acción... Pero cada vez más, dependiendo de talentos externos.

Sean directores, guionistas, productores, elenco, músicos o equipo técnico... Ya no es posible hacer películas dentro de Hollywood sin la mezcla de talentos que están repartidos por todo el mundo. Negligir (o incluso ignorar todos los talentos allá afuera) es como dispararse en el propio pie, y los estadounidenses ya lo entendieron hace algún tiempo. De cualquier manera, aún no actúan como deberían... Aunque estén cada vez más inmersos en un escenario imposible de escapar.

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MOVIE REVIEW: “Werewolves Within” (2021)

wiseagent — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 02:15:18 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![werewolves_within01.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wMMgpafGL5uWyzrWvRpEcysxaVYDN3ZkM764vBbjXPHe1FTGhZm3GLBnEQHqvshy9oS.jpg)[IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9288692/mediaviewer/rm3528509185)

Synopsis: When an intense (and unexpected) snowstorm forces a small community located in the city of Vermont to isolate themselves, some people are "chosen" to be murdered by a dark creature, which is spreading chaos with each new attack.

Any movie that doesn't exactly know what its own narrative essence is has a high chance of becoming a bad product (or at least one of highly questionable quality... even if it has good qualities) and a potential waste of time for those on the other side of the screen. This is exactly the case with this movie, which tried to make a cinematic adaptation based on a social deduction virtual reality game published by Ubisoft, but ended up delivering (especially for the fans of the game) a product that is generic in almost all its segments.

![werewolves_within02.1.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23u5ZWfEBXN9KtL1iq446KbnfRCGJBEbAmJSVWucedvodhcWbp9QTXSi8vVppVqBMCX5C.png)[The Last Thing I See](https://www.thelastthingisee.com/2021/06/werewolves-within-2021-movie-review.html)![werewolves_within02.2.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23tbHF2pgTaMpa6wgdacR1EcNmAck7K3QKN87uu4LzBa7aSLjo2tnNuJ5jrPXzALDs9ys.png)[Yestermade](https://yestermade.com/werewolves-within-is-a-new-90s-style-monster-hit/)

In the plot, we follow the first (and chaotic) day of work of Finn Wheeler, a somewhat clumsy forest ranger who doesn't take long to realize he is in the middle of a completely unexpected situation. Amidst some rumors that the town he is in is being threatened by a werewolf, he and some residents are isolated in an inn due to a massive snowstorm... Once "trapped", they begin to suspect each other because they are attacked inside the place where they (supposedly) should be safe from what is outside. Who is the real guilty?

The script bets on a mix of horror, comedy, and suspense to establish a narrative dynamic where the flavor of paranoia is the main ingredient of the recipe. For a while, this idea even works and has a relatively satisfactory development; but when everything starts to get out of control, the script is embraced by a "collective hysteria" that erodes all its creative potential through misguided choices within its own narrative excesses. I even understood the proposal of the excesses, but when everything starts to fit into the script, the lack of proportion is bad.

![werewolves_within03.1.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23wWRT8mUDPiKbJhMhkNczNpNMCaS9ZSqFBL6py7HbAFmWPma7ud9kdjDajhxHavjdvEn.png)[Kotaku](https://kotaku.com/werewolves-within-is-one-of-the-highest-rated-video-gam-1847281827)![werewolves_within03.2.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23u5ZgmfNkGrEwHMGpVoF4XqTSFcyjqmWm6p4KewE5F2jhEW18qVWR227fvdUgaamm8Ao.png)[Den of Geek](https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/why-werewolves-within-isnt-your-typical-werewolf-movie/)

There is a group of characters with very peculiar characteristics here, and despite their construction being based on already known clichés, the result is not so bad. The tone of the adaptation is cartoonish in relation to them; and this ends up clashing a bit with the plot, which is developed through a more serious lens. The cast is not the worst, but it is the excessive caricature behind their performances that makes the movie a somewhat boring and "empty" experience. Not everything is completely bad, but it's somewhat disappointing to watch a project that could clearly have been better.

Basically, the horror is not as massive as it should have been (this is something that is almost purely restricted to the end of its third act; which, by the way, reeks of a lack of creativity, quick and quite bad... although it still manages to hide a functional plot twist in the conclusion of its main mystery: discovering who the killer is), the jokes do not bring the necessary comedic elements to elicit good laughs, and the investigative atmosphere is limited to a few pieces of evidence. There is no good mix here, nor even an appropriate balance of ideas to make the plot more attractive.

![werewolves_within04.1.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23tRvWyrCNJTQfg17MYHsUWbA67Q1qfCv3zH8PcFCRK84LP6k3vPepVm8nYEGHFZ78e15.png)[Yestermade](https://yestermade.com/werewolves-within-is-a-new-90s-style-monster-hit/)

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Who is ready for flying cars?

wiseagent — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:59:51 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.

In an increasingly technological social world (in its various layers), I wonder how far a human with a lot of money (and a visually megalomaniac mind) is capable of going. Recently, Elon Musk announced (at the SpaceX facilities located in Texas) the much-anticipated (and high-tech, so to speak) Tesla Roadster; the new generation of "flying cars" that promises to revolutionize not only the automotive sector, but many other industries.

![flying_cars01.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/244A8y7o7hr3PYqjR1eA4hCxjote8xqCXUbhSA66upHd2RRsDGdVZcbDqNM2cLUhDhxYu.png)[LA Times](https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-10-17/elon-musk-just-showed-off-flying-car-heres-what-to-know-about-tesla-roadster)

Maybe I'm exaggerating a bit by thinking this way, but when I see a car that can reach 0 to 100 km/h in less than a second due to being structurally equipped with compressed air propellers (which enable restricted jumps, some acrobatic maneuvers, and brief floats), it's hard not to consider the idea that the launch of this type of car will cause massive global changes. In a short span of time, a lot will change and new routes will be redefined.

In partnership with SpaceX, this new car model is scheduled for release in 2028, and it will have versions that can only be purchased with advance deposits that can be either $50,000 or $250,000 (depending on the model chosen by the customers). Although the regulation for this type of car to be able to "fly" through the streets needs to be widely discussed, the eyes of many buyers are already shining with this long-awaited new toy.

I am not against the advancement of technology, not at all (to be very honest). On the other hand, I cannot accept the idea of so much money being thrown into research that, at this moment, is so irrelevant to society in general. I know it's private money, and that makes it even worse, because it reinforces that whole picturesque idea that very rich people don't know what to do with so much money. At times, I really think about it.

![flying_cars02.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23tRxinUmeUf3fAostB5WzmHBCk84pBtakxYegnjjbk3Vh8Gk2hc3JFGDFJ28kJjVdgV4.png)[EuroNews](https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/16/well-it-worked-elon-musk-unveils-new-tesla-roadster-that-can-fly)

Literally, there are so many problems that could be solved - or at least minimized - around the world, that I am concerned about this fixation on the future of technology in segments that do not deserve such broad attention like "flying cars". This only highlights that a lot of wealth concentrated in the hands of a few people makes our world an even more unequal place. Socially, politically, and culturally speaking... What is the relevance of this?

**¿Quién está listo para los coches voladores?**

En un mundo socialmente cada vez más tecnológico (en sus más diversas capas), me pregunto hasta dónde puede llegar el ser humano con mucho dinero (y una mente visualmente megalomaníaca). Recientemente, Elon Musk anunció (en las instalaciones de SpaceX, que se encuentran ubicadas en Texas) el esperado (y futurista, por así decirlo) Tesla Roadster; la nueva generación de "coches voladores" que promete revolucionar no solo el segmento del ramo automovilístico, sino muchos otros sectores.

Tal vez esté exagerando un poco al pensar de esta manera, pero cuando veo un coche que puede alcanzar nada menos que 0 a 100 km/h en una fracción resumida en menos de un segundo por estar estructuralmente equipado con propulsores de aire comprimido (que posibilitan los saltos restringidos, algunas maniobras acrobáticas y breves fluctuaciones), no hay forma de no considerar la idea de que el lanzamiento de este tipo de coche provocará cambios masivos a nivel global. En un corto período de tiempo, muchas cosas cambiarán y se redefinirán nuevas rutas.

En colaboración con SpaceX, este nuevo modelo de coche tiene previsto su lanzamiento para el año 2028, y tendrá versiones que solo podrán ser compradas con depósitos anticipados que pueden ser de 50 mil o 250 mil dólares (dependiendo del modelo que elijan los clientes). Aunque la regulación para que este tipo de coche pueda "volar" por las calles necesita ser ampliamente discutida, los ojos de muchos compradores ya están brillando con este nuevo juguete tan esperado.

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Stumbles & New Beginnings.

wiseagent — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 02:55:18 GMT

*This publication was also writen in* **SPANISH** *and* **PORTUGUESE**.![stumbles_and_new_beginnings.png](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/wiseagent/23xyJqBYYw3e2umbEQ6RKzMC76QhznwnJBNoAM9oDdfJo6Lg6b1dEtUoEShFSgvYhDSYi.png)[O GLOBO](https://oglobo.globo.com/esportes/caminhos-para-o-futuro/45-fatos-curiosos-sobre-cerebro-humano-20063222)

If we look closely around us, we are always learning and unlearning something new every day. It's obvious that we don't always realize this is happening, and we even need to be “reminded” by people outside our own “bubble” that we need to change the route of how we're moving relative to the path we're building. We're going to fall, and we need to get up. There's no way to think differently. I mean... You could, but you definitely shouldn't.

The big difference here is that when we fall, we have to want to get up. Even if we don't know how to do it, we must insist on trying... After all, stumbling over your own ambitions (no matter how positive they are) is something common to all of us (at least those people who are bravely fighting to rise in different spaces). Getting up isn't just about wanting to, it's one that needs to be a personal choice in the first place.

In the midst of any and all learning processes, we will acquire more knowledge. At the same time, we also need to do a “mental cleansing” in relation to everything that no longer fits within the concepts, ideas and thoughts that are part of our behavior. Everyone can (and indeed should) change their actions when they are confronted with arguments that bring internal reflections. It's a strong question of self-evaluation.

Stumbling is not a personal choice, but staying on the ground is. If you don't recognize your mistakes, and most importantly, you don't learn from them, the ground will be the only place where you will continue. Your actions need to speak about you more than your words. Never reverse this order, because speaking is always important... However, it is what we do beyond what we say that will define new paths after some stumble.

You may not know how to do it initially, but learning is a matter of wanting to. Even if it's complicated; eventually it will work. New beginnings are not always easy... And some of them really shouldn't be, after all, we need to remember the reason that led us to fall in the first place. Once the mind is properly trained, and falling to the ground is just a matter of time again, getting up becomes easier and easier whenever necessary.

**Tropiezos & Recomienzos.**

Si miramos de cerca a nuestro alrededor, siempre estamos aprendiendo y desaprendiendo algo nuevo cada día. Es obvio que no siempre nos damos cuenta de que esto está sucediendo, e incluso necesitamos que la gente fuera de nuestra propia "burbuja" nos "recuerde" que tenemos que cambiar la ruta por la que nos movemos en relación con el camino que estamos construyendo. Vamos a caer, y tenemos que levantarnos. No hay manera de pensar diferente. Quiero decir... Puedes, pero definitivamente no deberías.

La gran diferencia aquí es que cuando caemos, tenemos que querer levantarnos. Incluso si no sabemos cómo hacerlo, debemos insistir en intentarlo... Después de todo, tropezar con nuestras propias ambiciones (no importa lo positivas que sean) es algo común para todos nosotros (al menos para aquellas personas que están luchando valientemente por ascender en diferentes espacios). Levantarse no es solo cuestión de querer hacerlo, es algo que debe ser una elección personal en primer lugar.

En medio de todos y cada uno de los procesos de aprendizaje, adquiriremos más conocimiento. Al mismo tiempo, también necesitamos hacer una "limpieza mental" en relación con todo lo que ya no encaja dentro de los conceptos, ideas y pensamientos que son parte de nuestro comportamiento. Todos pueden (y de hecho deberían) cambiar sus acciones cuando se enfrentan a argumentos que traen reflexiones internas. Es una cuestión muy importante de autoevaluación.

Tropezar no es una elección personal, pero quedarse en el suelo sí lo es. Si no reconoces tus errores, y lo más importante, no aprendes de ellos, el suelo será el único lugar donde continuarás. Tus acciones necesitan hablar de ti más que tus palabras. Nunca cambies este orden, porque hablar siempre es importante... Sin embargo, es lo que hacemos más allá de lo que decimos lo que definirá nuevos caminos después de algunos tropiezos.

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