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  Midnight Passage Under the City's Skin As the couple walks under the city overpass, they feel the weight of existence around them. The oppressive surroundings of steel and concrete remind them of their solitary existence in the universe. They assimilate into the nothingness that threatens to engulf them with each step. The lighting casts their shadows as disjointed silhouettes, reflecting the disorganised nature of existence. They feel like objects in the enclosed space, and the unsettling realisation of life's inherent lack of meaning causes nausea. Poem: Living under the city overpass Living under the city overpass. A couple senses the heavy burden of their existence. Steel and concrete loom over them. Underscoring their isolation in the vast universe. With each step, they blend into the void. Feeling its engulfing presence. Shadows stretch into broken shapes. Mirroring the chaos of life itself. In this confined space, they are mere objects among objects. A nauseating epiph

  Poem Can Leaders Fix Our Broken System? Leaders think that they guide our communities.  But urban chaos contradicts that vision.  Socio-economic divisions undercut visions of being orderly.  To tackle this gap, we must rethink leadership.  Leaders must be stripped of ambition and moral dominion.  And viewed as active co-players in our understanding of chaos. Description "Can Leaders Fix Our Broken System" explores leadership, urban environments, and social inequality. Key Words leadership, social inequality, urban chaos, systems change, philosophy of leadership, arthouse, fixing broken systems, alternative leadership models Be Creative and Innovative with Knowledge John Bennett - AKA JJFBbennett, is an independent artist. You can view and subscribe to my work via Blogger , YouTube , Flicker , Facebook , Instagram and Deviant Art .  To support my art, feel free to donate via JJFBbennett through PayPal    If you want to acquire JJFB's art creations as an NFT - John

 Artist's Description: As I was walking along San Lorenzo in Manila, I noticed that I was passing under a bridge and was intrigued by the messages on the walls. It dawned on me that I was walking in the footsteps of Don Bosco. The situation we find ourselves in is not set in stone, and it is not about exerting power over others. Instead, it is about empowering others. As a society, we often find ourselves at a crossroads. Education is our best tool to illuminate the path ahead. We must lead our communities towards a future where diversity is celebrated, fairness is upheld, and the human spirit thrives. Artwork Review: This piece by multimedia artist JJFBbennett, titled "I Found Messages Under The Bridge," is a provocative synthesis of realism and surrealism. The image captures an urban landscape under a bridge, often associated with transition and overlooked narratives. The juxtaposition of the urban setting with the serene, almost sanctified figure of Don Bosco creates a

  Hollywood's Rage Obsession: Good vs Evil? Hollywood often portrays rage as a tool the righteous hero uses, a powerful force that drives explosive action against injustice. These heroes channel their anger into violence, serving as cathartic embodiments of our own frustrations. However, this simplistic portrayal of rage obscures its true complexity and can make us blind to its destructive potential. Question Does Hollywood oversimplify rage? We explore how movies portray rage as heroic and the potential consequences. From catharsis to destructive force, let's unpack Hollywood's rage narrative. Keywords Hollywood rage movies heroes violence portrayal good vs evil consequences Be Creative and Innovative with Knowledge John Bennett - AKA JJFBbennett, is an independent artist. You can view and subscribe to my work via Blogger , YouTube , Flicker , Facebook , Instagram and Deviant Art .  To support my art, feel free to donate via JJFBbennett through PayPal    If you want to

  Is Hollywood Rewriting History? Reflecting on Cultural Identity This video explores the potential distortion of historical narratives through a Hollywood lens. I grapple with questions of authenticity, colonial legacy, and the importance of preserving cultural nuances in storytelling. Join me in this discussion on representation and the power of who gets to tell the story. Keywords: Hollywood cultural appropriation Filipino history storytelling authenticity colonialism in film resistance narratives Our Hollywood Heroes are on Fire We dream of parallel universes where Hollywood heroes and colonial adventurers of the 19th century coexist. These adventurers were cultural conquerors, erasing borders and reshaping narratives to fit the dominant worldview. Hollywood continues this tradition, reworking stories to fit the familiar and shaping our perceptions of reality. We must question the stories we are told, lest we become complicit in subtly reshaping history and perpetuating distorted n

  Do you feel the weight of history in your city's streets? Does the same spirit that fueled Bonifacio's fight for Philippine freedom burn in you today? Walking with Bonifacio Chino Roces Avenue burns with history. I imagine heroes like Andrés Bonifacio sweating in this same overwhelming heat. The cultural spirit that Bonifacio kindled. Each step reveals layers of the Filipino struggle for freedom. Skyscrapers loom but can't hide the past. Bonifacio's soul lingers in these streets. The fight for justice continues today. The privileged few have stripped this city, and the desperate have been pushed to the neglected outskirts. Defiance has spread through the streets as the poor are forced to pay inflated costs. The social fabric tears under the pressure of workers trapped in endless cycles of debt. Years of witnessing wealth disparity, crushing interest rates and suppressing labour unions have moulded resistance into something unyielding. Keywords: Bonifacio, Filipino his

  Walking with Bonifacio on Chino Roces Avenue As I walk along Chino Roces Avenue, I can't help but reflect on the lives of two of the Philippines' greatest heroes, José Rizal and Andrés Bonifacio. The sun beats down on me with intensity as I imagine the heat they must have endured during their time. The city's bustling energy surrounds me, starkly contrasting the profound, revolutionary ideas that once filled Bonifacio's mind. Every step I take is steeped in history and the unspoken hopes of a people longing for freedom. The towering modern structures that now line the streets cast shadows over the past, but the memories and struggles of the Filipino people are still present in every corner of the city. In the heart of Manila, where revolution once burned brightly, Bonifacio's legacy lives on as a silent guardian watching over the streets where the people continue their unrelenting pursuit of justice and liberty. Walking with Bonifacio YouTube Video Walking with Bo

  Night Rain and Dystopia in Futuristic Makati Why is the future always portrayed as a bleak and dismal dystopia? Perhaps it's because the fear of darkness and chaos appeals to our primal instincts. Yet our hearts yearn for something more beautiful. A city where the warm, golden light illuminates the cobblestone streets, the soft echo of footsteps, and the promise of hidden cafes that invite you to discover their secrets. A place where you can walk hand in hand with your beloved, without a shadow of fear or doubt. A world where love, art, and beauty reign supreme, and where the soul can find shelter from the storms of life. Beyond Dystopia: A Journey to the City of Light and Love Explore a visionary city where the future is bright, not bleak. Wander cobblestone streets bathed in golden light, listen to the soft echoes of footsteps, and uncover hidden cafes full of secrets. Join us in a world where love, art, and beauty reign, offering shelter for the soul. Say goodbye to dystopia a