Word: hallmarked
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...Americans abroad - they betray a sexual naivete when exposed to a society so much more practiced in the art of gracious loving. And no less than Vicky and Cristina, Allen is almost star struck by the Spaniards, and the Mediterranean ease in forming, then releasing, sexual liaisons. The hallmark of his characters is the fumbling confession of furtive love; but in this idealized Catalonia, where nothing romantic is forbidden, everything is beautiful, as natural as breathing in sync with the woman who has fallen asleep in your arms...
...light on the influences of other artistic styles on Spanish painting. Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens’ portrait of the Duke of Lerma is the only work in the exhibit not by a Spaniard. His enormous painting, which ushered in a new style of grandeur that became the hallmark of Philip’s reign, demonstrates stylistic exchange across borders. Many of the painters in Philip’s court were of Flemish or Italian origin and the ways in which they blend styles illustrates the transition from regionalism to a more unified national style. The last room...
...Since assuming power last month, the government has embarked on a radical new approach to extremism that favors reconciliation over the military force that was the hallmark of President Pervez Musharraf's strategy for the past several years. Western diplomats have watched from the sidelines with unease. While they encourage reconciliation with low-level militants and tribal leaders, when it comes to al-Qaeda and top-level commanders, "you have got to draw the line," says one. "We have lists of people that are probably irreconcilable...
...latest film tries to recreate the success of his others with a similar mixture of bawdy humor and likable characters, but, ultimately, it fails to create the same memorable comedic moments. “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” lacks the endearing but flawed protagonists who have become the hallmark of an Apatow film. The three main characters in the movie lack the chemistry and charisma, but, luckily, the supporting cast makes up for some of this dearth. Written by Jason Segel—who also stars in the movie—and directed by Nicholas A. Stoller...
...Angels of the Silences.” But all is forgiven when out of a familiar verse comes the line, “I want a white bread life, just something ignorant.” It’s this sense of biting irony that is the hallmark of some of the Counting Crows’ best songs, like “Mr. Jones” and “Rain King.” “You Can’t Count on Me” is the most overtly pop-infused song off the album and also...