The Cross And The Switchblade Trailer
Mariela Coxon
"The switchblade is like the cross - it stays with us our entire lives." Today's trailer is for the Italian film Siberian Education, directed by Italian Gabriele Salvatores, starring John Malkovich as "Grandfather Kuzya". The film is based on a memoir about growing up as a member of the Urka community in the small republic of Transnistria, located between Moldova and Ukraine. It's entirely in English and seems to focus on two friends growing up and how they all turn out in this crime-ridden town. The cast includes Eleanor Tomlinson, Peter Stormare, plus Arnas Fedaravicius and Vilius Tumalavicius. Take a look below.
In a region known as Transnistria, tattoos tell the story of a man's life, "honest" weapons are separated from "sinful" ones, and authority is always to be distrusted. Beyond the control of any government, these men uphold values including respect for elders and an unwavering adherence to the truth - often by force.
Siberian Education, originally titled Educazione siberiana, is directed by accomplished Italian filmmaker Gabriele Salvatores (of Marrakech Express, Turn, Puerto Escondido, Nirvana, Teeth, Amnsia, Quo Vadis Baby?) whose 1991 film Mediterraneo won an Oscar. The screenplay was co-written by Salvatores, Stefano Rulli & Sandro Petraglia, based on Nicolai Lilin's novel of the same name. The film opened in Italy earlier this spring, but doesn't have a US release date yet from Wrekin Hill Entertainment. Anyone else interested?
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The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) asks for your help with these unsolved homicide cases. If you have information that might be useful, please call the SAPD Cold Case Tip Line anytime day or night.
On May 9, 2018, Ray Richardson was last seen leaving the Artisan Apartments on Gembler Road. Officers were later dispatched for a shooting. Richardson was found in the street in the 1000 block of Canton, and his vehicle was found abandoned nearby.
On July 27, 2017, SAPD officers went to 3542 El Paso Street at around 9:12 p.m. in response to a shooting in progress. Responding officers discovered Christopher Lozano suffering from a gunshot wound. Christopher had been outside a residence when a gray 4-door Nissan approached and fired several shots. Christopher was hit, and was transported to hospital. Shortly after arriving at the hospital Christopher died of his injuries. Police are seeking any information about the suspect(s) responsible for the death.
Victim: Kevin Duplechain
Location: 100 Sample Street
On November 27, 2017, SAPD officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Sample Street after blood was seen outside the residence. Upon arrival, officers saw blood both at and near the residence. Upon further investigation, they found the victim Kevin Duplechain had been murdered. Kevin was reportedly staying at this location for a few weeks. The motive for the murder is unknown.
Victim: Guadalupe Cantu
Location: 3010 S. Flores
On October 14, 2016, Guadalupe Cantu was found dead behind a building located at 3010 S. Flores at 10:55 a.m. A passerby on his bicycle stopped and discovered Guadalupe face down and bound at his ankles. It appeared that Guadalupe had been dead for a few days, and had suffered blunt force trauma to the head. There were no witnesses or suspects at the time of the murder.
Victim: Eugene Perry Howard
Case: SAPD 21-022196
Location: 4302 Skelton
On February 3, 2021, police responded to 4302 Skelton Drive after reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found Eugene Perry Howard shot in the front yard. Eugene did not survive, and was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS. Eugene was seen arguing in the front yard with an unknown short Black male before the shooting. After the shooting, witnesses saw a short Black male running towards Houston Street. The suspect was seen wearing a camouflage mask, gray t-shirt, and dark color pants. Witnesses also remember seeing a dark blue truck with its lights off driving towards Houston Street after the shooting.
On August 6, 2017, Alfred Thompson was found dead under the bridge at Salado Creek on the 3400 block of E. Commerce Street around 8:35 a.m. Alfred was last seen alive on August 4, 2017 around 5 p.m. in the Loop 410/Rigsby Avenue area. If anyone has more information please contact the SAPD Homicide Unit.
On April 16, 2016, George Goodlett (a.k.a Delaware) was inside his home at 3207 W. Gerald at 10:55 p.m. when the suspect(s) fired several shots into the residence. George was shot, and he died as a result of his injuries. The SAPD is asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers of San Antonio.
On October 2, 2016, Carla Rogue Valeriano was shot while standing with friends at the intersection of S. Flores Street and Pruitt Avenue around 1:54 a.m. The suspect(s) fled west on Pruitt Avenue in a silver or light blue small sedan. Police do not currently have any suspect information.
On December 30, 2021, Leo Cameron was sleeping on the side of the road on 300 E. Market Street shortly after midnight when the suspect shot him in the back. The suspect fled on foot down the Riverwalk, past the Henry B. Gonzlez Convention Center. Pictured on the right is a photo of the possible suspect.
On April 17, 2022, a murder at 4040 SW Military Drive, #24 Cal Tec Mobile Homes was reported around 2:15 p.m. The deceased male was found on the trailer porch with a gunshot wound to the neck. Several spent shell casings were found near the body. The victim was identified as Alejandro Bravo, and he had last been seen on April 14, 2022, when he was dropped off at the trailer.
In the early hours of June 8, 2021, Javiel Gamez was shot in the parking lot of the Circle K at 5411 Grissom Road as he stood next to his cousin Merced Cruz. At the scene Merced told police that a lone male in a small car had come through the parking lot. The male stared at them both, so they watched the car as it drove westbound on Grissom Road. A few minutes later, the car came back on northbound Timberhill. The driver fired shots at them and Javiel was hit at least twice. Javiel was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 2:51 a.m.
On January 4, 2021, a murder was reported in the 500 block of Ferris Avenue. Dietric Harrington was shot several times in the roadway in front of 550 and 540 Ferris Avenue. This block had recently been the scene of several violent felonies, most likely over physical possession of 546 Ferris Avenue. Spent shell casings recovered from the scene were all fired from the same handgun. So far no witnesses or suspects have been identified.
On November 26th, 2016, the three victims, to include Aaron Rocha, left 502 Embassy Oaks. While driving home, the three victims were allegedly involved in a road rage incident when an unknown suspect began firing at the victim's vehicle. The driver was shot and injured, and Aaron was fatally shot. The three victims continued to 11600 Huebner Rd, and the victims made efforts to place Aaron in another vehicle so he could be transported to the hospital. Officers arrived at 11600 Huebner to find Aaron deceased in the parking lot.
The two surviving victims were unable to provide any details about the suspect(s). The ammunition used in the offense was fired from a .178 HMR Hornady rifle, which is an unusual weapon. The murder remains unsolved. The victim's mother remains hopeful that a witness will come forth and provide information about the case.
On October 1, 2014, Alfredo Giddens was shot as he sat in his car in the 1000 block of S. Gevers Street. Alfredo was transported to SAMMC by EMS but died of his injuries. Two female suspects were seen fleeing the scene in an SUV. A witness reported that the suspect who shot Alfredo was a heavy-set Black female. The motive appears to be robbery.
Javier Ramos called the police on December 6, 2009 and reported that he had been shot by someone he knew. Officers responded to the 5000 block of Overpool. The responding Officers observed blood on the floor inside the residence and forced entry into the residence through the front door. Upon entry, the Officers discovered Javier Ramos deceased inside his home. Javier Ramos suffered from an apparent gunshot wound. Further investigation revealed the back door to the residence had apparently been forced open. No witnesses to Javier Ramos being shot were identified at the scene and a neighborhood canvass resulted in little information.
On August 4, 1990, 11-year-old Heidi Seeman was walking home after spending the night at a friend's house when she was abducted. Her friend, who had walked her halfway home, last saw Heidi at Stahl Road and Willow Run on San Antonio's Northeast side. A witness described a shiny red car with tinted windows and a thin red stripe down the side. They were seen driving in the neighborhood in a suspicious manner just before Heidi Seeman was abducted.
On August 25, 1990, the decomposed remains of Heidi Seeman were found in an isolated property off County Road 220 in Hays County, Texas. Medical Examiner Dr. DiMiao ruled the cause of death as a homicide. Over the years several leads and suspects have been investigated, but not enough evidence has been found for police to file a case. Police are asking for your help in finding the person(s) responsible for this senseless murder of a young girl.