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Casablanca, a 1942 American romantic drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, is a cinematic masterpiece known for its iconic characters, memorable dialogue, and timeless themes. The film follows Rick Blaine, a cynical American expatriate who runs a nightclub in Casablanca during World War II. His life is intertwined with Ilsa Lund, his former lover, and Victor Laszlo, a renowned resistance leader. The film's exploration of love, sacrifice, and moral ambiguity resonates with audiences even today. Its unforgettable scenes and quotable lines have cemented its place in film history. Casablanca's enduring popularity is a testament to its powerful storytelling and emotional depth.

This book features Pauline Kael's influential essay 'Raising Kane,' which explores the making and significance of Citizen Kane, along with the shooting script by Herman J. Mankiewicz and Orson Welles. It provides insights into the film's creation and its enduring impact on cinema.

The Harry Potter series, written by J.K. Rowling, follows the journey of Harry Potter, an orphan boy who discovers he is a wizard. The series spans seven novels, each corresponding to one year of Harry's life at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry, along with his best friends Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, navigates the magical world, confronts various challenges, and ultimately faces off against the dark wizard Lord Voldemort, who murdered Harry's parents and seeks to dominate the wizarding world. The series explores themes of friendship, love, and the struggle between good and evil.

The Lord of the Rings is an epic high-fantasy novel written by J. R. R. Tolkien. The story began as a sequel to Tolkien's 1937 fantasy novel The Hobbit, but eventually developed into a much larger work. Written in stages between 1937 and 1949, The Lord of the Rings is one of the best-selling novels ever written, with over 150 million copies sold.

This book provides a meticulous and gripping narrative of the events leading to the collapse of Bear Stearns, one of the oldest and largest investment banks. It exposes the excessive greed, corruption, and unethical practices within the firm, particularly the failure of its hedge funds loaded with subprime mortgages. The author, William D. Cohan, offers a comprehensive look at the power struggles among senior management, the lack of oversight, and the catastrophic consequences of their actions on the global financial system.