Saw 2 good movies. Both are old-fashioned epics. There Will Be Blood–a story of greed w/out redemption–is from Paul Thomas Anderson, the brilliant director of the classic Boogie Nights. Atonement is a poignant tale of lost love & dreams unrealized.

A lot of buzz already on The Duchess, a biopic that stars Keira Knightly. Gaby Tana produced it. It won’t be out until Nov.

Was watching tv & fell in love w/ Snoop Dogg‘s dog–a darling mini schnauzer. SD is my favorite rapper, he’s melodic.

Surprised there’s a bust? What about the BIG $ banks & speculators MADE during the frenzied boom years? Nothing lasts forever, baby.

With distractions from the primaries & Britney updates, swept under the carpet are these reality sandwiches: Iran & more Iran.

1. Read an incredible op-ed in the NY Times on the Byzantine world of Benazir Bhutto. For me it shines new lite on her. Particularly note her brother’s mysterious murder.After reading this, I think about her young son & husband–who are very much alive & in control–& a Luciano/Lansky-style double-bank.

2. The new president of France, Nicolas Sarkozy, is divorcing & apparently will soon marry former model, Carla Bruni. She is now a huge singer-songwriter there. Once known for dating Mick Jagger, Mlle Bruni is very well-educated, the daughter of a Italian industrialist. I’m sure the French will love their new 1st lady!!! Why wait around? Vive L’Amour!!!