Author Archives: MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)



”Amour” by Michael Haneke

A couple’s love is tested in anticipation of death in Michael Haneke’s latest film.

Austrian director Michael Haneke’s Oscar winning film is not easy, nor pleasurable to watch. Because one can’t just watch Amour—they have to experience it, and become invested in its characters to a degree that is rare in the movies today. … Continue reading

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Hawaiian Cave Burials

Creating a domain for the deceased lies in hollowed ground

Many know the cavernous mountains of Hawaii by their post-card fame. And yet, prior to their celebrity, they served a far more intimate purpose: the native tradition of cave burial. The process of a cave burial began immediately. Firstly, there … Continue reading

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