In these days of political and commercial competition for world dominance, a renewed struggle has emerged between Russia and the United States. However, whilst the two superpowers are busy grappling for position on matters of energy, national defense, sovereignty, and concepts of democracy, there are private initiatives underway to bring these two great nations together. This is through the medium of creativity and specifically, joint efforts in the creation of films about common issues to the people of both countries.

Recently completed, and now internationally released, the film entitled Captivity (directed by Roland Joffe, A RAMCO production, Serge Konov The Konov Principle) was just such a venture. Filmed entirely in Moscow at Mosfilm, the work was a great collaboration between the two film interests of Hollywood and Moscow, and indeed, between Russians and Americans.

A new film under production from the same group, entitled Finding t.A.T.u. is a work that tackles issues facing the youth in both countries, and indeed, in most countries around the world. The problems surrounding coming of age and the peer pressure concerning sex, drugs and individual identity are exhaustively examined in this film.

Finding t.A.T.u. is the story of a lonely American girl who finds herself in Moscow, and befriends another lonely girl on the internet. They share a common bond through the music and lyrics of singing duo t.A.T.u (a gay or bisexual singing duo), and meet in person to attend a t.A.T.u concert.

However, there are also many other factors involved, which are all brilliantly presented by director Joffe; especially focusing on the choices young people have to make today, with both the obvious, and the unexpected consequences ensuing. One of the pivotal characters in the film is played by Igor Desyatnikov. This character acts as a metaphor for those decisions that must be made in loyalty-logic conflicts whether its exercising ones right to free choice or simply following a pre-destined fate.

These factors are crucial to American and Russian youth, and that the film covers them in a collaborative view is impressive. Cooperation and not conflict between these two great countries is the real issue here, said Konov in one discussion. He continued, Through artistic expression, the souls of all people really speak. Putting his philosophy to practical application, RAMCO has several more large-scale projects in the planning stage.

Finding t.A.T.u. is scheduled to be released sometime in 2008, and further projects will have been commenced prior to its release date. One of the other producers, an American named Stephan Nemeth, was quoted as saying, This film clearly demonstrates the cooperative potential between Russians and Americans. Our similarities are exploited for enhanced benefit, and our differences viewed in a new light, bringing added tolerance and understanding. Its a total win win situation

Indeed, if there were more projects like Finding t.A.T.u. where Russians and Americans are working side by side in a creative effort, one can quickly understand the potential of drawing people together from these two great nations.

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Horny Goat Weed is popular with both men and women as an aphrodisiac for increased sex drive and its name is very apt.

Lets take a look at Horny Goat Weed and see why it is one of the most popular natural supplements for sexual wellness.

The Name

So how did it get its name?

Well according to myth and legend it happened many years ago in China when a goat herder started feeding it to his flock.

He noticed a marked increase in sexual activity of the goats and the name has stuck.

It is not a new herb and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to increase libido for centuries.

Today, it is not just used in China but has a worldwide following and is available freely in health shops without prescription.

What is it?

Its proper scientific name is Epimedium and is also called the following names too:

Barrenwort, Bishop's Hat, Fairy Wings, or Yin Yang Huo.

It consists of over 20 species of herbaceous flowering plants which make up the family called Berberidaceae. Horny Goat Weed is found in Mediterranean Europe, as well as throughout most of Asia. It is a hardy plant and tends to be found in abundance at high altitudes. It contains a variety of flavonoids, sterols, polysaccharides as well as the alkaloid magnaflorine.

How does it work?

Horny Goat Weed is believed to work by increasing levels of nitric oxide which is essential to achieve an erection. The erection starts with sensory and mental stimulation in the brain, then impulses from the brain to the nervous system trigger the release of nitric oxide. This then makes the muscles of the penis relax and allows blood to flow into the spongy tissue of the penis and an erection occurs.

Nitric Oxide declines naturally with age and many men who are getting older simply need to boost their levels of nitric oxide.

Medical testing

Horny Goat weed has been shown to be able to relax rabbit penile tissue.

By doing this it has the affect of increasing nitric oxide and PDE-5 which are both critical in the erection process.

Furthermore, injections of Epimedium into the penis of rats show an increase in the penile blood pressure. Human tests have shown that patients taking Horny Goat Weed showed an increase in libido and general sexual arousal and satisfaction.

Try it and see

Horny Goat Weed can act as a welcome boost to libido and the fact that it has been popular for thousands of years means it is a supplement that has stood the test of time.

It is safe and natural and if you are looking for a natural boost for libido you should consider it for yourself.

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