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Hollow roads and ancient temples – visiting Armenia
January 1, 1970
by Rūta Andriušytė
I was traveling around Georgia for a few weeks as I came up with the idea to take a short visit to its neighbour Armenia. This small Caucasus country has overcome many hardships throughout its history, including many wars and a genocide, which made masses of Armenians start a life outside their homeland – nowadays only less than a third of the world's Armenian population lives in their home country. Not all the troubles tormenting Armenia are in the past – the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict with Azerbaijan has not been resolved yet, leaving Armenia with closed borders. It also faces some significant human rights problems and is still quite a poor country. Nevertheless, this land was gifted with an incredibly beautiful nature, not to mention it is considered to be one of the cradles of civilization.
The roadtrip from Tbilisi to Yerevan was really memorable itself as we managed to hitchhike a huge truck. Sitting so high made it easy to admire the passing views and it was the first time me and my friends rode in a truck's cabin so we were really happy about the new experience. The driver wasn't very talkative and one who has been to Armenia already can easily understand why – the roads in some places are insane. The narrow serpentines are full of pits and the weather was rainy so we rode through pools and swamps. Another memorable moment was riding through a completely dark and quite narrow tunnel under the mountain, the water was dripping from the ceiling and once again the road was hollow. We were almost praying not to crash into another vechile and were surprised how the truck didn't hit the ceiling. Later on the trip, one French guy told me how he was riding through that same tunnel in his van and the car's electricity system broke down. He rode in a complete darkness and I'm sure it's an adventure he wouldn't want to repeat. It is convenient Armenians are really good electricians, though, you can get your car fixed in no time.
So, after six or so eventful hours in the truck we stepped our feet on Yerevan's soil. The first thing you'll probably do after coming to Armenia – exchange the currency. There are plenty of small exchange offices around the capital city, most of them located in the shopping malls but be aware that exchange rates vary considerably in different offices. The Armenian currency is dram (subdivided into 100 luma) and the inflation rate is high so be prepared to pay a couple of thousand for your lunch.
Yerevan itself is a great example of Soviet architecture. It's a nice but pretty monotonous city, the city center is worth attention, though. Do not miss climbing up the Cascade stairs and even further to the Victory park and the Statue of Mother Armenia, you'll get great panoramic views. Visit to the Cafesjian Center for the Arts, which is another part of the Cascade complex, will also present you with some nice impressions. If you haven't got much knowledge about Armenia's history, a trip to the Armenian Genocide Museum would be a shocking and memorable experience. And keep a visit to the Republic square for the evening – it is not as spectacular in a daylight. Evening lighs create a magnificent atmosphere and the colorful dancing fountains add some sparkle to the experience.
Wandering the streets you will find many cosy restaurants and cute little cafes as well as well-known international restaurant chains. After climbing so many stairs at the Cascade you will surely feel the need to try some national food. Any Armenian would recommend you tried some grape leaf dolma, a kabob and Armenian lavash, which is great, by the way. And you must try some apricots while you are there– it is Armenia's national fruit, after all, and you cannot find better ones anywhere else. Armenia is also a country which produces great brandy and I can assure you that the pride they take in it is fair (just don't call it brandy in front of Armenians – they say it is cognac. Just let it be). A bottle of Ararat will be a great gift from Armenia to your friends or to yourself, as you can reminisce about the trip while sipping it.
Garni and Geghard
Even though we didn't plan to stay in this country for a longer time, it would have been very wrong not to travel outside Yerevan and miss such amazing places as the Garni temple or Khor Virap. And using public transport in Armenia is an adventure itself as it hasn't changed much from the Soviet times.
If you only have time for one trip, I'd recommend you chose the pagan Garni temple. It is an important cultural heritage site as it was built in the first century AD. The temple is a classical Hellenistic building which survived the universal destruction of pagan heritage and you can definitely feel a specific vibe visiting the place. That is even more astonishing keeping in mind that Armenia is the first country in the world, which became Christian. Armenian Apostolic Church was founded in the 1st century AD, and after two hundred years it became an official state religion.
Another great thing about this day trip is an opportunity to hike from Garni to the medieval Geghard monastery. You will be surrounded by outstanding nature sceneries and get plenty of material to fill your travel photo journal with. We weren't lucky to do much hiking as a storm started by the time we were leaving Garni site and we were completely unprepared for it. I still regret missing the experience, though, so if you have a chance to hike, don't be lazy.
If you decide to visit the Geghard monastery, bring an empty bottle as there is a sacred spring inside and you can drink some ice cold refreshing water. Taking into account that the summer heat in Armenia is pretty stiff (well, at least to me, as temperature doesn't get much higher than 30° C in Lithuania), it tastes heavenly. The monastery itself is of course beautiful (it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site) but for me the surroundings are even more stunning – the monastery is surrounded by cliffs.
Khor Virap
Khor Virap is a monastery all Armenians we met recommended to visit as it is quite beautiful and also has a religious significance. It is not that far from the mountain Ararat, which is perfectly visible from the area and is pretty impressive. Strong heat made it a little bit difficult for us to enjoy climbing up to the monastery but once we were there the atmosphere was wery calming and soothing. I'm not sure how it works, but the aura is pretty strong in that place.
First official head of the Armenian Apostolic Church, Gregory the Illuminator, who converted Armenia from paganism to Christianity, was imprisoned here for 14 years. Tourists can visit the imprisonment chamber, which is a 6 meters deep and 4,4 meters wide pit. To get to the dungeon, one have to climb down a long ladder (well, people should be wearing comfortable shoes while traveling), which is very steep and quite narrow. I noticed that only men were going down to the pit, I guess not many women are used to climbing in such conditions. Anyway, visiting the chamber is one of the main reasons why people are coming to Khor Virap monastery.
Even though our trip to Armenia wasn't long, it was full of new experiences and impressions. Every trip we take enriches us in many ways and this one wasn't an exception. Maybe not all the adventures we had were positive but I wouldn't change a thing and would definitely visit this small and amazing country again!
By Rūta Andriušytė
I'm a 22-year-old Lithuanian girl who has always been curious about the world. That is the reason I've graduated with a degree in Political science and have always taken all the chances to travel I could. Now I'm working in the tourism sector in hopes to help people coming to Lithuania fall in love with my country.Read more at trouvailletraveling.com
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ALDI Detox Commitment
Our commitment to environmental production standards
ALDI is committed to sustainability in the area of textiles and shoe production. In cooperation with Greenpeace, we have developed comprehensive criteria, which define rigorous environmental requirements for production. Our action plan includes the gradual elimination of certain chemicals used in the manufacturing processes for both textiles and shoes by 2020.
With this voluntary commitment, ALDI reaffirms its corporate responsibility for people and the environment. In recent years, we have been actively promoting the development of sustainable social and environmental standards in our production countries. In this regard, ALDI is constantly focused on finding sustainable solutions.
We are aware that the path to achieving lasting acceptance and understanding of the Detox requirements among all parties involved will be a long-term process. However, in order to establish progress, ALDI relies on the involvement and support of all parties throughout the supply chain.
For further information please find the Commitment here. Find out more about our commitment in the current Progress Report.
Chemical management
How we will eliminate the 11 hazardous chemical groups from our supply chain
ALDI is committed to phasing out the use of the 11 hazardous chemical groups in the production of garments, household textiles, and shoes, and replacing these substances with safer alternatives over the next few years. Our goal is to completely refrain from using certain chemical groups from 1 January 2020 onwards.
- By publishing the ALDI Detox commitment, we have pledged to eliminate and ban certain chemical groups from production.
- The testing limits defined by ALDI for both the chemical groups concerned and waste water are listed within the M-RSL (PDF), which is attached to the ALDI Detox commitment. Furthermore, the attachment also contains testing limits for products (PDF).
- Our suppliers and commissioned production facilities are required to comply with the limits and threshold values which apply to the chemical raw substances, the materials used, and, thus, the final products. For this reason, suppliers and production facilities are provided with specialised training.
- The PFCs (per- and polyfluorinated compounds) used for the production of water, oil, and stain-repellent textiles will be replaced with more environmentally friendly alternatives. Since 2015, textiles and shoes which have been produced with alternative water-repellent finishing agents, for example using the ecological and sustainable 'bionic-finish®eco' and 'Teflon EcoElite™' technologies' have been offered for sale. ALDI has obliged all of its business partners to completely abstain from using PFC as of 31 December 2016.
- APEOs (alkylphenole ethoxylates) which are used, for example, during washing processes are also being replaced with more environmentally friendly alternatives in production. We have contractually agreed with our suppliers to replace APEOs with more environmentally sound alternatives as of 31 December 2016 at the latest.
- ALDI has appointed testing institutes to regularly check compliance with the agreed threshold values (in accordance with the M-RSL) (PDF) by analysing the waste water and sludge produced by the production facilities. The test results are published on a publicly accessible platform (IPE) as agreed with Greenpeace.
- We demand that all wet-processing facilities reported to us possess valid wastewater and sludge analysis reports and can produce the corresponding test results.
- ALDI encourages our suppliers to establish suitable chemical management processes throughout the supply chain in order to fulfil our Detox requirements. In conjunction with the production facilities, products will also be analysed in accordance with the current RSL (PDF).
- Together with our suppliers, research and industry partners, ALDI will jointly publish regular information on case studies (Case study on subsititon of PFCs/Case study on substitution of APEOs/Case study on substitution of DMFs) and practical examples on the www.subsport.org internet platform. Furthermore, ALDI promotes active dialogue between suppliers, production facilities, the chemical industry, and the testing institutes.
- We wish to promote best practice examples made within our supply chain and share our knowledge with interested stakeholders. Here (PDF) you can find a case study on one of our supply chain partners in India which produces textiles using zero wastewater, therefore ensuring greater environmental protection in textile production.
- These processes will not only change the standards applied but also establish certification schemes and initiatives. ALDI is actively considering these approaches and evaluates both their effectiveness and feasibility with regard to achieving our goals set for 2020.
- ALDI defines procedures for dealing with cases of non-compliance with set requirements within the supply chains.
Supply Chain Management
How we keep our supply chain clean
Changing chemical formulas across the textile and shoe supply chains constitutes only one part of our efforts as ALDI also supports suppliers in motivating their business partners to comply with the Detox requirements. ALDI is also currently establishing an objective rating system as a guideline for our Corporate Buying departments.
- Our buying processes reflect the Detox requirements.
- ALDI provides instruments which enable our business partners to support their own business partners and pre-producers in implementing the changes necessary to ensure compliance with ecological standards. ALDI aims to raise the awareness of pre-producers and production facilities regarding their responsibility.
- In order to make our supply chains fit for the future, ALDI is currently compiling a criteria and ratings catalogue. This will include, among other things, the results of the waste water and sludge analyses together with the product tests, all of which will be taken into account to evaluate our supply chains.
- ALDI establishes follow-up routines for cases of non-compliance as well as corresponding measures and consequences, which are to be taken as applicable.
Data Management
How we effectively use the data collected
The successful implementation of the ALDI Detox commitment requires the collection and analysis of a vast volume of data. ALDI will use the knowledge gained for the purpose of changing the processes throughout our supply chains.
- We are increasing the transparency of our supply chain: existing IT systems have been modified to enable the processing and evaluation of complex data. At the same time, an internal monitoring, verification, and rating system has been developed.
- Within the scope of the extended data collection process, we continuously update internal processes and documents, such as relevant tender and contract documents, wherever required.
- Results of chemical tests will be uploaded to the publicly accessible IPE internet platform as agreed with Greenpeace, which in turn increases transparency.
- ALDI regularly discusses the knowledge gained with relevant business partners to jointly develop improvements throughout the supply chains.
Capacity Building
How we raise the awareness of all parties concerned
In order to reach our goal, we need to achieve a shift in awareness across all stages of the production processes and help to increase the necessary knowledge and capacities – from Buying departments to the producers. In this context, ALDI suppliers are of great importance as they assume responsibility for selecting production facilities which are motivated to drive the change.
- We work to gradually build on the knowledge of the Detox requirements among our employees and suppliers as well as the production facilities which they use. This is achieved, for example, by means of internal training measures held within the relevant fields and also special supplier training sessions.
- Detox training materials are compiled and kept up to date. This documentation includes complete background information, details regarding chemical management, and guidelines on the implementation of the ALDI Detox requirements.
- In terms of acquiring qualification, our suppliers are our key focus. They assume considerable responsibility for promoting local transition processes. For this reason, our suppliers cooperate with external advisors, service providers, and experts in order to assist the production facilities in reaching their goals. For this purpose, we provide them with a contact person and our ALDI teams on site also support them with regard to crucial aspects of the transition process.
- ALDI is constantly engaging in dialogue with its main suppliers to discuss potential solutions and identify best practice for all suppliers.
- ALDI is committed to encouraging relevant business partners to comply with ecological and social standards across the supply chains and work towards a gradual improvement.
- ALDI considers this commitment an element of corporate responsibility management.
Stakeholder Dialogue
How we engage in dialogue with stakeholder groups
Proactive, public, and transparent: ALDI will publish regular information about its progress and the steps planned with respect to the Detox commitment.
- We publish the complete Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (PDF) and Restricted Substances List (PDF) in their most recent versions and upload the data on wastewater and sludge analyses conducted at production facilities to the publicly accessible IPE internet platform as agreed with Greenpeace.
- In regular intervals, we communicate the current status of our already implemented measures by means of our progress reports in order to promote adherence to ecological production standards throughout our supply chain. We will update our roadmap and publish information on the challenges faced at regular intervals.
- ALDI engages in dialogue with relevant stakeholder groups on topics such as production-related transformations and developments, and to promote sustainable consumption within the context of its Detox commitment.
- We will continue to drive progress through our work in various initiatives, working groups, and associations. For this purpose, we enter into collaborations with other market players in order to jointly address the challenges faced within global and complex supply chains. For example, ALDI is an active member of the Leather Working Group, the German Partnership for Sustainable Textiles initiated by the German government, and the amfori Business Environmental Performance Initiative (amfori BEPI). Moreover, we have been a participant of the European Clothing Action Plan (ECAP) since 2017.
Transparency throughout our supply chains is of considerable importance to ALDI (example: ALDI SOUTH Germany).
Systemic Change
How we promote sustainable consumption
ALDI will support a systemic change across the society, which will impact our business, our product design, our suppliers, and also our customers. This change focusses on the promotion of more sustainable products and production processes as well as on responsible consumption behaviour. It ranges from banning the 11 hazardous chemical groups and improving product lifecycles to recycling efforts.
- We are increasing knowledge at each stage of the textile production processes to monitor compliance with the Detox requirements during production.
- In order to further improve the products with regard to the product lifecycle, ALDI will evaluate optimised product designs for textiles and shoes together with suppliers. In this context, ALDI will review the concept of re-using original materials by means of effective collection processes, environmentally friendly reprocessing of the products collected, and through recycling. Within the scope of pilot programmes, ALDI intends to trial closed product lifecycles and recycle/reuse concepts.
- The results obtained will be integrated into the long-term commitment. Another goal of the ALDI commitment is to provide customers with ways to make their use of textile products more sustainable and responsible.
- In different product areas, ALDI already supports the promotion of more sustainable resources, for example, by using our position as a food retailer to offer products which carry sustainability labels due to their characteristics. We will also use the experiences gained in the different areas for the purpose of implementing the ALDI Detox commitment.
- ALDI jointly promotes this change by collaborating with the textile and chemical industry as well as the scientific community in order to trial new approaches and processes in a target-oriented way.
ALDI SOUTH Detox Commitment
Video: Summary of the ALDI Detox Commitment


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Tour Highlights
- Rozafa Castle – Set on a rocky hill approximately 130 meters above sea level, this imposing fortress has beautiful views of Shkodër and the surrounding areas from each of its 3 'yards.' It was built by the Illyrians and is more than 1,000 years old.
- Mesi Bridge – Built in the 18th century by Kara Mahmud Bushati, a local Ottoman Pasha. This bridge is often referred to as the 'Lord of the Rings Bridge.' It is one of the longest Ottoman bridges in the area and spans the Kir River.
- Communist Jail – During Albania's Communist Era (1946-1992), numerous prisons and internment camps were created throughout the country confining individuals considered to be a threat to the regime. Like their counterparts elsewhere in the country, most of the prisoners in Shkodër's Communist Jail were primarily Catholic priests, clergy, Muslim imams, academics and political prisoners. In total, it is estimated that 5,548 individuals were executed in the country during this time. To learn more about life for everyday Albanians during this difficult period of history, visit this website which details restrictions on everything from eating to clothing and transportation.
- Marubi Permanent Photo Exhibition – The first ever photograph taken of Albania is on display at this interesting exhibition. It shares depictions of various Albanian places of importance, events and portraits.
- Tour Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours.
North Albania Tours is happy to tailor this half-day excursion to meet your travel schedule. In addition to the above suggestions, other possibilities include trips on the lake, visits to local artisans, fine or casual dining. For a price quote and/or booking, please contact us.


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Gary & Co Ratio Analysis & Cost of Trade Credit
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1. Given the following data for Gary and Co (Millions of Dollars)
Balance Sheet Dec 31 200X
Cash $ 45
Accounts Payables $ 45
Marketable Securities 33
Notes Payables 45
Receivables 66
Other Current liabilities 21
Inventory 159
Total Current liabilities $111
Total Current Assets 303
Long term debt 24
Total liabilities $135
Net Fixed Assets 147
Common Stock 114
Total Assets $450
Retained Earnings 201
Total stockholders' equity 315
Total liabilities and equity 450
Income Statement Year 200X
Net sales $795
Cost of goods sold 660
Gross profit 135
Selling expenses 73.5
Depreciation 12
Interest expense 4.5
Taxes (40% 18
Net Income 27
Calculate the following ratios:
Current ratio
Times interest earned
Inventory Turnover
Sales/Total Assets
Profit margin on sales
Return on Total Assets
Return on Common Equity
Hint: Use Net Sales of $795.
Days sales out is also called Days Sales Uncollected.
Show the formulas and numbers used in the calculations. Show calculations/formulas
2. Calculate the cost of trade credit given terms of 3/20 net 60
When performing this calculation why not use the number 100. Make sure to show the formula. Show calculations by hand as well.
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Solution Summary
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The title of this week's Reel Talk reminds me of this video:
That can only mean good things.
Today we talk about a bunch of stuff, and honestly, probably bullshit for far too long about commercials, both bad and strangely good. Then it's on to the reviews! Zhana describes her experience at the Palestinian Film Festival, I talk (and sing) about Frozen and Pete had just a horrible time at the movies with Free Birds and Oldboy.
Towards the end I briefly plug FilmCritHulk's new scriptwriting book, which can be bought from Amazon (UK link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Screenwriting-101-Film-Crit-Hulk-ebook/dp/B00H0NQE7S/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top). Fact of the matter is though that I talk too briefly about this giant critic, so please bear with me while I expand on comments made.
Film Critic Hulk is one of the best writers on film the internet currently has. This is in part because of his ability and experience, but is mainly due to his wide-open heart. There seems to be no limit to the things Hulk cares about, and his columns are full of the joy and significance he finds in the silver screen. Being a Hulk, he is also rather smashy, but the empathy instilled by his dwelling amidst stories means that he strives to be careful about what and who he smashes. He is also eager to learn, and to share.
Which is lucky for me, because it led to Screenwriting 101. Here The Hulk teaches all the knowledge he has accumulated from years of writing, in a manner both informal and authoritative. He is blunt. Writing is hard and the means of achieving success vary from story to story. There is also a great deal of misunderstanding about writing within the film industry. What's more it is a job everyone wants to do, so competition is honey-badger fierce. However, if you're willing to put in the effort and tears, you can have a Hulk on your side.
In this volume the elements of story that must be considered (purpose, economy, drama, character, conceit) are described, the shortcomings of writing (inserting self into story, using stories as psychologists, three act structure, the monomyth) are advised against, and techniques (therefore/but) are explained. The complexity of it is dizzying, and I came away knowing that I will be revisiting this work time and again as I try to achieve success. It has already become a vital resource. So, I'd like to end this note with a thankyou.
Thankyou, Mr Hulk. Not because you told me how to get my screenplay sold, or gave me the winning writing formula. Rather, Thankyou, because you outlined in detail the deep and stormy sea that is the writer's life, and then built me a springboard, so I might more elegantly dive in.


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If you don't have an attachment atop your car to carry your paddleboard, no worries! Caribe SUP paddleboards can easily be deflated and rolled up small enough to put in your trunk or the backseat of your car. At just a bit over 20 pounds, it is lighter than a small child (that's just to give you an idea the weight!). You can easily bring it along to a riverside BBQ or a beach hangout.
2.- You can burn more calories than a gym session!
When paddleboarding, you can challenge yourself as much or as little as you would like. You can float along, paddling slowly, or you can power forward from the strength of your core. It can be relaxing, or it can be the most strenuous activity you have ever done. You can even alternate between the two for a fun challenge.
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A Young Adult Novel
Sassy, irreverent Aggie Stockdale should have gotten the lead in her high school's production of Hello, Dolly! It's her dream role; she's had the part memorized since she was ten, and she and Roger Morton, who's playing the male lead, definitely had chemistry in the audition. But Aggie isn't just a talented actress, writer, and athlete. She's also the fattest girl in the senior class.
What happens after she checks the cast list for the musical will hurl Aggie into an unexpected journey of tears, friendship, jealousy, revenge, Oreos, and lots and lots of theatre. She'll discover hidden talents and new friends; she'll survive a daunting audition and revel in a thrilling opening night; she'll search for love, inspiration, help with her math homework, and the perfect closing number; and her emotional ride won't be over 'til the fat lady sings.
"As a writer and publisher of plays for teens, I greatly appreciate Charlie Lovett's richly developed characters. The Fat Lady Sings leads you on a journey of self-acceptance, whether you are a teen or remember what it's like to be one. This book carries its audience of readers to a theatre stage—or perhaps it's a stage of life—and beautifully illustrates how to feel comfortable with yourself, both inside and out."
—Steven Fendrich, Publisher, Pioneer Drama Service
"Charlie Lovett's new book is saucy, smart, heartfelt, and very funny. The author must have been a teenage theatre lover himself to have captured the offstage "drama" of the teen theatre world so vividly. Fans of Glee, Wicked, and Hairspray will eat this up. There may need to be a sequel, and perhaps—a musical!"
—Andrew Sellon, Professional Actor


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Lewis Horne
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Lewis Horne graduated from Lund University with a Master of Science in Entrpreneurship in 2012. Since then, he has been part of several startups. Up until today, he is Head of Social Innovation at the Lund University Innovation Center and focuses on social enterprises and ICT driven social innovations.
In 2015, he founded Uniti Sweden, an electric car manufacturer. Uniti is an electric car aiming for sustainability and a futuristic user experience .Technology


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Cast: Michael Caine (Doc Fletcher), Cybill Shepherd (Debbie Luckman), Louis Jourdan (Prince di Siracusa), Stephane Audran (Shireen Firdausi), David Warner (Agha Firdausi), Tom Smothers (Donald Luckman), Martin Balsam (Joe Fiore), Jay Leno (Albert Fiore), Tony Mascia (Marvin Skinner), Charles Gray (Charles Cook), Joss Ackland (Henry Foreman).
Crew: Ivan Passer (director), Arlene Sellers and Alex Winitsky (producers), Peter Stone (writer), Claude Bolling (music), Anthony Richmond (cinematography), Bernard Gribble (editor), Edward Marshall (art direction).
Synopsis: Doc Fletcher flies to Switzerland to buy a bank for Mafia boss Joe Fiore. Doc takes Fiore's son Albert and a counterfeiter called Marvin Skinner. The $3 million deal is negotiated by Prince di Siracusa, a poor Italian aristocrat. But the bank proves to be just an office above a pizza restaurant in Lugano. Prince introduces Doc to siblings Agha and Shireen Firdausi. They show him a secret silver mine in Iran containing silver reputedly worth $1 billion. He loans them $20 million to fund exploitation. American banker Henry Foreman wants to buy a European bank. He sends one of his staff, Donald Luckman, to find a suitable candidate.
In London, the world's richest man, Charles Cook, is worried when silver from the Firdausi mine depresses the market. He wants Luckman and Foreman to buy the Lugano bank for $60 million. Cook will then buy the silver mine from the Americans for $60 million, leaving them with a European bank acquired for nothing. Doc seduces Luckman's ditzy wife Debbie to find out what is really going on. Fiore wants to sell the bank, but gives Doc a week to organise a management buyout. Doc tries to foreclose on the mine but discovers it does not exist. The Firdausis are smugglers, recycling silver trinkets from India into ingots. Doc engineers a complex deal that leaves him with ownership of the bank, no-one out of pocket and only one person going to jail – Luckman. Debbie moves in with Doc while her husband serves his prison sentence writing a book about his experiences…
Paul Erdman's novel, The Silver Bears, was a financial thriller set during the early 1970s collapse of silver prices. First published in 1974, the film rights were snapped up and screenwriter Peter Stone commissioned to turn the book into a comedy. Stone had achieved great success with his work on several Cary Grant films including Charade (1963). Director Ivan Passer was brought on board to helm the project. He had been a leading figure in the Czech cinema new wave during the 1960s, co-scripting all of Milos Forman's native films. Passer left his homeland after the Soviet invasion of 1968.
In his 1992 autobiography, Caine recalled how he came to be cast as lead in Silver Bears. The actor was planning to shift from England to Los Angeles but his accountant said Caine was virtually penniless, thanks to Britain's punitive taxes on high earners: 'Panicking, I accepted the first offer of work that came along, to make a picture called Silver Bears.' The picture reunited him with Joss Ackland, who worked on The Black Windmill (1974). Making his film debut in Silver Bears was young comedian Jay Leno, who later became famous as a TV host on The Tonight Show in the US.
The picture was shot in the final months of 1976, with locations in Switzerland, Morocco and England, and studio work at Twickenham. Caine was interviewed in Lugano by London's Evening Standard newspaper. The actor had a ready explanation when told he looked lean and fit: 'We were on location in Morocco. I had my usual cold and dysentery and lost 11 pounds.' Despite what he later wrote in his autobiography, in the 1976 interview Caine denied rumours about going into tax exile. 'You know, I took my decision and I'll pay my taxes and stay in England.'
Silver Bears was released in British cinemas during 1977, rated A. Critics were unimpressed by the picture and it was not a hit at the box office. The pattern was repeated in America, where it was rated PG. The film was released on video a decade later but has since been deleted. Silver Bears has yet to make its DVD debut.
Reviews: 'Amusing people. Opulent houses. Vintage cars. Glorious settings. Lovely women. Pity about the story.' – Evening News
'Director Ivan Passer has assembled a rather talented squad of performers, then marched them through a minefield, losing all hands in an attack on an uncertain objective.' – Variety
Verdict: Silver Bears is proof that glamorous locations and a distinguished cast are not enough to overcome tepid direction and a yawn-inducing script. This film is supposed to be a comedy but laughs are few and far between. It takes nearly an hour to set up the first part of the premise before introducing a dozen new characters and subplots that merely muddy the stagnant waters of this unremarkable tale. Most of the actors seem to be sleepwalking through their paces. Caine's performance is a strictly low energy affair. He is upstaged by the frenetic efforts of Cybill Shepherd, who yelps and screams as if being subjected to electric shocks through her underpants. This film is perhaps best used as an insomnia cure.


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My Top 10 Movie Picks for Halloween Week
It's horror movie season and we couldn't be happier. Halloween Week is the perfect time to bust out all of the old horror classics and binge watch them until your brain bleeds!
With that being said, we wanted to go through and pick our top 10 favorite movies to watch during the Halloween season, including slasher flicks, supernatural horror, psychological thrillers, and of course the extra gory comedies. These are the films that we just can't ever stop going back to for better of for worse, so without further ado, may we present to you, our Top 10 Halloween Week movie playlist!
Primal Fear:
Before there was Fight Club, there was Primal Fear. While not so much a horror movie as it is a solid thriller, Ed Norton delivers one of his all time best film performances as a young alter boy charged with the murder of a high ranking member of the local clergy. A hot shot defense attorney (Richard Gere) comes to his defense only to find that things aren't exactly as they seem.
Rosemary's Baby:
Sometimes old-school is the way to go and this film nails the slow burn horror like few others. After becoming pregnant, a young woman fears that her pregnancy might be something a bit more than your average child rearing. At what point are you just paranoid or do you decide that everyone around you is actually out to get you.
The Omen:
There's just something about movies with creepy children that are just the creepiest. This one sets the gold standard as a young child is "born" to affluent political parents. Featuring not only creepy kids, but also creepy nannies and dogs, this movie perfectly encapsulates the birth and inevitable rise of the Antichrist.
Child's Play:
If there's anything creepier than creepy kids, it's creepy dolls. When an odd, socially awkward kid comes into the possession of an actually possessed doll, the hilarity ensues as the former serial killer tries to find his way out of his new found plastic body and into a new human so that his killing spree can continue.
The Ring:
When it comes to modern horror films, The Ring helps to set a new standard and might just take the title for "King of Jump-Scare Movies". As if the thought of VHS tapes aren't horrifying enough, imagine a world where they not only lead to your imminent doom, but they slow torture you for a full week first. Oh yeah, this movie has a creepy kid too, so there's also that.
Shallow Grave:
Before he did films like Jobs, A Life Less Ordinary, and The Beach, came director Danny Boyle's film debut, Shallow Grave. Introducing audiences to a young Ewen McGreggor, this film is a mind twist thriller laced with all kinds of uncomfortable humor. What happens when you pickup a new flatmate only to have them die and leave no trace of their past and a suit case full of money? You and your other flatmates devise a plan that will inevitably allow to keep your newly acquired funds, but nothing is ever that simple, especially when the paranoia sets in.
Shawn of the Dead:
When a film comes along that can properly incorporate perfectly timed comedic beats and shear terror, you've got yourself a winner. Shawn of the Dead knocks the horror/comedy genre out of the park with it's impeccable wit and well timed jump scares making it an absolute standout when it comes to when it comes to zombie flicks.
Nightmare on Elm Street:
This is basically my ideal slasher movie as it incorporates a real world creepy story and morphs it into something supernaturally horrifying and intense. When a local child abuser is struck down by a bout of vigilante justice, he comes back from the dead to not only haunt the dreams of his murders children, but also claims their lives as retribution.
Evil Dead II:
As good as Shawn of the Dead is, it wouldn't even be a thing if it wasn't for Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell's, Evil Dead series. While the first one is great, the second installment offers a slight re-imagining of the story while upping the ante in the terror department. While this movie offers some of the creepiest scenes and visuals ever, it manages to maintain the comedic beats that ultimately sell us on our slap-sticky hero. It's also the movie that taught us what a metric ton of blood looks like.
The Exorcist:
When it comes to horror, I just don't believe that it gets better than The Exorcist. Sure, it's your basic possession story, but it plays out beautifully and goes to the effort of exhausting all possible options before settling on the supernatural, giving viewers a true sense of the families frustration and fear as the possession progresses. The priests aren't hokey nor do they initially suspect possession, but in the end it is what it is and they're left with no other option, but at what cost will it take to reclaim a little girls soul from the grasp of a demon?
BONUS PICK: Nightmare Before Christmas
There's just something about this movie that will always make me happy. It's the perfect way to transition from fall into the horrible depths of winter. Featuring beautifully done claymation and a perfectly creepy, yet somehow palatable and sing-a-longable soundtrack, it's really a perfect film for people of all ages and showcases that, at least once upon a time, Tim Burton really could make magic happen.
So, what do you think of our list? Did we miss any of your must watch movies? If we did, what are your picks? In the interest of civil discourse, we'd love to know what your favorite kind of Halloween movies are and which ones specifically should we all be watching. As always, let us know in the comments section below!Follow Us:


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One of the authors who first got me interested in reading, besides Enid Blyton, was Paula Danziger. I found out about her books by going to the library, and the first book of hers that I read was Can You Sue Your Parents for Malpractice? Paula wrote more than 30 books, and her first release was The Cat Ate My Gymsuit in 1974.
Today (18th August) marks 70 years since Paula was born, but sadly she passed away in 2004, aged just 59.