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By - Razouk²

The Odyssey: A Journey Worth Taking

As someone who humbly considers himself a cinephile not only because I’ve watched well over a thousand films during the last 35 years, but also because I’ve taken a couple of film courses and written numerous reviews across many platforms back when reading reviews was still popular let’s begin. Today, I’m talking about The Odyssey

By - Razouk²

World Cup2026: Path to the Last Four Part 3

When I released my World Cup 2026 Round of 32 bracket, I never expected it to remain completely intact. The World Cup always delivers surprises, giant killings and moments nobody sees coming. Now that the Round of 32 is complete, I’m pleased to say that while a handful of ties went against my predictions, the

By - Razouk²

World Cup2026: Path to the Last Four Part 2

The group stage is over, and what a spectacle it has been. We’ve witnessed giant killings, surprise packages, heartbreak, and plenty of drama across all twelve groups. Some of my pre-tournament predictions have held up remarkably well, while others were completely blown apart by football’s unpredictable nature. That’s exactly why we love the World Cup—form

By - Razouk²

World Cup2026: Path to the Last Four Part 1

Let’s start with the group stage predictions. As always, there were some hits and some misses. In Group A, my predictions were well off the mark, particularly regarding South Africa. Like many others, I expected them to finish bottom of the group, but they proved everyone wrong. On the final matchday, they secured a huge

By - Razouk²

World Cup 2026: Group Stage Predictions – The Road Begins

It’s yet again the biggest event in world sport. It might not be hosted entirely in the United States, but it will certainly capture the attention of every corner of the globe. This edition of the FIFA World Cup arrives at a time of economic uncertainty and geopolitical turmoil across many regions. However, this blog

By - Razouk²

The Night Agent – Season 3 Review

Season 3 of The Night Agent continues to prove why the series has become one of Netflix’s most gripping political thrillers. From the start, the show strongly reminds me of 24, starring Kiefer Sutherland and I mean that in the best possible way. The high-stakes urgency, the constant race against time, and the atmosphere of

By - Razouk²

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: A Journey Far from the Throne

With A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, the ever-expanding world of Game of Thrones returns to familiar soil but with a slightly different tone. Having finally finished the first season, I can confidently say I enjoyed it, though I couldn’t help feeling it ended too quickly. Six episodes, each averaging around 30 minutes, made the

By - Razouk²

How Coffee Took Over Downtown Beirut: From Em Sherif Deli to a Neighborhood Revival

For years, Downtown Beirut especially the Starco, Saifi, and inner downtown streets felt like a place you passed through rather than stayed in. Offices emptied after work hours, sidewalks quieted, and the area seemed trapped between nostalgia and uncertainty. Then, almost quietly, something shifted. And at the center of that shift was an unexpected catalyst:

By - Razzouk Razzouk

James Gunn’s Superman: A Hero Reimagined for All Humanity

After trying to catch Superman last week, I got sidetracked by my nephews, who begged to see the new live-action How to Train Your Dragon. It was a cute ride, practically a frame-by-frame remix of the animated trilogy, and the dragon effects still make my jaw drop. Still, I was itching to get back to

By - Razzouk Razzouk

The Club World Cup: A Reality Check for FIFA and the Global Game

The latest edition of the FIFA Club World Cup felt more like an obligation than a celebration. A tournament few care about, especially in the U.S., where football (or soccer) still struggles to crack mainstream interest despite FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s dreams and his close ties to Lionel Messi. The event’s outcome, however, spoke volumes.