The Opinion is a space curated by Raimondo Rossi, A.K.A. Ray Morrison, our Editor-in-Chief, recognized internationally in the field of fashion and photography. Here, you’ll find reflections that explore the connections between fashion, photography, art, and the emotions of the human soul, or insights on events we’ve attended, where Raimondo has taken us behind the scenes into spaces inaccessible to the general public.
The focus is always on seeking something that transcends external style, aiming instead to respect and enhance an inner elegance—an idea reflected in The Style Researcher, a term coined by Raimondo in 2014. In the early years, Raimondo was even internationally identified by this acronym, The Style Researcher, which gradually evolved into his blog and later into a select group of passionate individuals interested in culture and the world. Over time, it further transformed into this online magazine.
This space also includes explorations of certain films that may have been dismissed by the majority of critics as low-quality. However, Raimondo offers a fresh perspective, uncovering elements within these films that deserve to be appreciated and highlighted (or flipping the perspective when needed).
A REFINED VISION: NOSFERATU (2024)
The 2024 adaptation of Nosferatu, directed by Robert Eggers and inspired by Henrik Gaalen’s Nosferatu and the Dracula of Bram Stoker, emerges as a carefully crafted film with a distinct identity. It successfully blends various genres into a cohesive whole, offering a seamless experience that transitions naturally between its many elements. The film pays homage to classic horror and exorcism works, evoking the spirit of William Friedkin’s The Exorcist and other timeless horror films. At the same time, it weaves a romantic narrative reminiscent of Bram Stoker’s Dracula by Francis Ford Coppola and the emotional resonance of Edward Scissorhands by Tim Burton.
The Hunger Games 2023 rips off every mask and takes us into the abyss of the human soul.
"The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" is a cinematic triumph that plunges into the intricacies of the human soul, akin to a Poe novella or Jungian exploration. The film, a revelation at the premiere, unveils the early years of Coriolanus Snow with the nuanced performance of Tom Blyth. Viola Davis's commanding presence, coupled with a meticulously crafted script, paints a dystopian world under the rule of dictatorship. Rachel Zegler shines as Lucy Gray, the new heroine, although the film's only flaw lies in an excess of singing in the second part. Drawing parallels with Edgar Allan Poe's novellas, the reviewer commends the movie's profound exploration of characters' hearts, labeling it excellent and a must-see.