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Breaking Down the Gripping Ending of Netflix Crime Drama Sara – Woman in the Shadows
Warning: Spoilers ahead for Sara - Woman in the Shadows Sara: Woman in the Shadows, a new gripping crime drama from Netflix, follows an ex-secret agent who is navigating a world of corruption, secrets, and danger as she seeks justice for her murdered son. Over six episodes, the series delves deep into themes of loss and betrayal, as Sara fights against a broken system. The finale of Sara: Woman in the Shadows reveals the truth behind the death of Sara's son, Giorgio. For years, Sara lived immersed in pain and a relentless quest for justice, convinced that the car accident that took her son's life was a tragic coincidence. However, her investigation reveals a much darker truth. Here's how the series answers its biggest questions. What we learn about Ludovico Terzani Ludovico Terzani, a respected city doctor, was officially named responsible for the traffic accident in which Giorgio died. The police classified the case as an accident, but Sara refused to accept this version. Gradually, through investigations and cross-checking information, Sara discovered that Ludovico was involved in a complex personal plot: he was having an extramarital affair with Silvia Prati, a woman who had been Giorgio's lover. The relationship between Ludovico and Silvia sparked deadly resentment—Ludovico feared Giorgio might expose the affair and ruin his reputation. In the very first episode, Sara obtains evidence proving that Giorgio's death by hit-and-run was not an accident, but a premeditated act by Ludovico, who used his influence to try to cover it up. However, lacking sufficient legal proof to formally charge him and with the police covering up the case, Sara takes matters of justice into her own hands. Throughout the series, it becomes clear that corruption and collusion between police authorities and influential figures prevents the truth from being revealed. Ludovico has powerful contacts and was able to manipulate the investigation to make it look like an accident. Giorgio's death served to protect larger interests, such as contracts and political relationships between the city's influential families. Sara's revenge In the final episode, Sara confronts Ludovico. With the same coldness with which he took her son from her, Sara enacts her revenge and kills him, ensuring he pays for the crime he committed. This act transforms Sara into a vigilante—a woman who breaks through corrupt laws and a broken system to seek justice on her own terms. Sara isn't the only character in the series who embodies resistance in a world that consistently denies her justice. Sara's friend from her secret agent days, Teresa, is also taking matters into her own hands after also losing a loved one to a corrupt system. Teresa's husband, Sergio, was murdered by the mobster Enrico Vigilante—someone authorities stopped trying to find due to internal politics. Out of this pain, both women chose to act alone, outside the law, becoming relentless avengers. Teresa does not hesitate to deliver the final blow to Vigilante, while Sara uses her intelligence and skills to expose the dirty game behind her son's murder. They take on the role that institutions failed to fulfill: protecting the innocent and punishing the guilty. The invisible legacy In the end, Sara is left with one last crucial gift from her mentor, Massimiliano—a CD with an enigmatic message. More than just a file, it is a call to action, a reminder that the fight against corruption did not end with his death. The series closes the main storyline with Vigilante's death and the truth about Sergio's murder revealed. But the shadows remain—corruption is still alive, and Sara, and Teresa take on their roles as guardians of a world that offers them no protection. And so, Sara: Woman in the Shadows ends with the promise that as long as injustice exists, there will be those who fight—and that true justice is born in the hands of those who refuse to give up.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What we know about why author Kathie Giorgio's name has been removed from the Waukesha North High School Wall of Stars
Author and Waukesha North High School alumna Kathie Giorgio has asked to have her name removed from the school's Wall of Stars after the district banned her books from school libraries in the district. The district has agreed to do so. What's the Wall of Stars, and when was Giorgio added? The Wall of Stars honors the accomplishments of Waukesha North High School's alumni. To be nominated, a person must have graduated at least five years ago, demonstrated citizenship during and after high school and have made a significant contribution to the community and society, according to the district's website. Giorgio was nominated and accepted to the Wall of Stars in 2020 for her success as an author and for starting her business, AllWriters Workplace and Workshop LLC, a creative writing studio in Waukesha. What has Giorgio written? Giorgio has written 15 books: eight novels and seven collections of poems or short stories. Here are her novels: "The Home for Wayward Clocks" "Learning To Tell a (Life) Time" "Rise from the River" "In Grace's Time" "If You Tame Me" "All Told" "Hope Always Rises" "Don't Let Me Keep You" Here are her poems and short stories: "Olivia In Five, Seven, Five; Autism In Haiku" "No Matter Which Way You Look, There Is More To See" "When You Finally Said No" "Today's Moment of Happiness Despite The News" "Enlarged Hearts" "True Light Falls in Many Forms" is a poetry chapbook. "Oddities And Endings: The Collected Stories of Kathie Giorgio" Why did Giorgio want her name removed from the Wall of Stars? In 2023, she discovered her books were among those removed from some of the school district's libraries. A librarian told Giorgio it was because they hadn't been checked out often, but she questioned that explanation because, she said, her books were on reading lists for various classes at Waukesha North. Giorgio spoke at the school's 50th anniversary celebration in January, and gifted the district with copies of her books. She later learned that the district would not accept the gift. Why won't the school district accept her books? It's unclear. A librarian told Giorgio her books were removed initially because they hadn't been checked out often. Giorgio received an email from Waukesha School District deputy superintendent of teaching and learning Jenn Gennerman saying the books would not be accepted because the district prefers books to have protagonists the same age as high school students. But Giorgio said 11 of her 15 books do have protagonists of high school age. And, Giorgio said, her own children read books at North that did not have high school age protagonists. Giorgio also said she received an email from a school board member saying the district likes its library books to be a part of the core curriculum. In any event, the school board reserves the right to define what gifts it considers appropriate and to reject what it deems inappropriate or unsuitable, according to the district's policy on donations. The school district did not answer questions about specifically why the books were not accepted or what process was followed in reviewing Giorgio's donation. What is the school district's response? In a statement, the school district said it has spent "significant time, energy, and resources to establish guaranteed and viable curriculum resources across many subjects." "Our goal is to ensure all students have a common and rigorous learning experience. Similarly, our focus has also been on ensuring that our school libraries offer age and maturity-level appropriate content. When there is a donation of books, our library media staff has practices in place for when books are donated," the district said. "We have had a change in library staff over the years," said a statement from the school district. "The size of the library, the condition of the book and the frequency of the book being checked out are all factors when considering if a book is weeded from the library collection." Contact Alec Johnson at (262) 875-9469 or Follow him on X (Twitter) at @AlecJohnson12. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Author Kathie Giorgio removed from Waukesha North Wall of Stars
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Book ban prompts Waukesha author's request to remove her name from Waukesha North Wall of Stars
Author and Waukesha North High School alumna Kathie Giorgio has asked to have her name removed from the school's Wall of Stars after the district banned her books from school libraries in the district. The Waukesha School District said it will comply with Giorgio's request, according to an emailed statement to a reporter. The Wall of Stars honors the accomplishments of Waukesha North High School's alumni. To be nominated, a person must have graduated at least five years ago, demonstrated citizenship during and after high school and have made a significant contribution to the community and society, according to the district's website. Giorgio has written 15 books, comprising eight novels and seven collections of poems or short stories. Why did Giorgio want her name removed from Waukesha North's Wall of Stars? Giorgio was nominated and accepted to the Wall of Stars in 2020 for her success as an author and for starting her business, AllWriters Workplace and Workshop LLC, a creative writing studio in Waukesha. She has been a co-sponsor of the Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books and a speaker at schools and other places. "Of the awards I've gotten, it's the one that I love the most because it's personal. It's people who knew me when and basically said 'You did a good job, kid,'" Giorgio said of being named to the Wall of Stars. In 2023, she discovered her books were among those removed from some of the school district's libraries. A librarian told Giorgio it was because they hadn't been checked out often, but she questioned that explanation because, she said, her books were on reading lists for various classes at Waukesha North. "I knew it wasn't because of lack of circulation," Giorgio said. Giorgio was among speakers at the school's 50th anniversary celebration in January. Speakers addressed what the school meant to them and presented gifts to the school. "I thought, well, this is a way to get my books back in the library. What else would I give but my books?" Giorgio said. A few days later, Giorgio said Waukesha North's principal told her the books would have to go to the district's administration for a decision on whether to accept the gift. Later, Giorgio received an email from Waukesha School District deputy superintendent of teaching and learning Jenn Gennerman saying the books would not be accepted because the district prefers books to have protagonists the same age as high school students. But Giorgio said 11 of her 15 books do have protagonists of high school age. One, a poetry book, "Olivia in Five, Seven, Five: Autism in Haiku," is about Giorgio's daughter, Olivia, who is on the autism spectrum, and her success. "She's a Waukesha North graduate, so not only is it about a high school kid, but it's about one of their high school kids. But, you know, not accepted," Giorgio said. She also said that when her children attended Waukesha North, they read books such as "The Great Gatsby," "The Grapes of Wrath" and "Fahrenheit 451," which, Giorgio said, do not have high school age protagonists. "I'm not quite sure why I was asked to speak at the 50th anniversary celebration if it wasn't because of what I've done," Giorgio said. "I guess the whole thing is confusing to me. It feels like they're saying we're proud of what you did, and we're going to put your name on the Wall of Stars, but we don't want anyone to read you, and that just feels so incongruent to me." Giorgio then received an email from Waukesha School Board member Karrie Kozlowski saying the books were not accepted because the district likes the school's library books to be a part of the core curriculum. "I was a part of the core curriculum at one point. My books were there, and they were taught in the classes. I don't know why they were removed. Again, the books that I saw in the media center — I don't see how manga could connect with the core curriculum," Giorgio said. More: Everything to know about book bans in Wisconsin schools What is the school district's response? In a statement, the school district said it has spent "significant time, energy, and resources to establish guaranteed and viable curriculum resources across many subjects." "Our goal is to ensure all students have a common and rigorous learning experience. Similarly, our focus has also been on ensuring that our school libraries offer age and maturity-level appropriate content. When there is a donation of books, our library media staff has practices in place for when books are donated," the district said. The school board reserves the right to define what gifts it considers appropriate and to reject what it deems inappropriate or unsuitable, according to the district's policy on donations. The school district has not yet responded to questions about why the books were not accepted or what process was followed in reviewing Giorgio's donation. How does the school district decide what books are acceptable? The criteria for selecting library materials includes that materials should be appropriate for a class or program based on its goals, objectives and guidelines; depicts cultural diversity and society's pluralistic nature in an accurate and balanced way; represents artistic, historic and literary qualities; is appropriate to the users' knowledge and maturity; represents balance and integrity in presenting differing viewpoints on controversial questions, is up-to-date, timely and/or of lasting quality, according to the district's library media services handbook. In selecting library materials, staff should consider several factors, including assessing curricular needs; evaluating existing materials; consulting book and media reviews from reputable, professionally prepared review sources and journals; considering the total value, impact and intent of the author/artist/producer; and giving attention to the publisher/producer's reputation, the handbook said. In addition, materials should be removed if they're worn out, out of date or if they no longer fit the school's purposes because of changes in curriculum and shifts in grades. An exception is made for books and other materials of potential literary, historical or artistic value, which may be kept if physical space allows. The library media specialist should determine what should be discarded from all district library collections, the handbook said. Students, parents, staff or school district residents may file a complaint about library materials and should meet with the principal and other staff members to try to resolve the complaint informally. If the complaint can't be resolved informally, the complaint goes to a committee, which will review the complaint and make a recommendation. That recommendation could be to keep the materials as is, limit access to require parent permission, move materials to a different school level (i.e. elementary, middle, high) or remove the materials because it is deemed harmful to minors. The committee then sends its recommendation to the superintendent or designee for final review and consideration. The superintendent then documents the decision on the complaint form, which is made public on the district website. If the person who filed the complaint is not satisfied, that person can appeal to the school board president within 10 days, and a board committee will review the appeal. The board's decision is final, the handbook said. It is unclear whether anyone filed a complaint about Giorgio's books. What books has Giorgio written? "The Home for Wayward Clocks" is about how a man saves an entire town through his clock museum. "Learning To Tell a (Life) Time" is about Cooley Dander learning of her mother's death and coming to terms with their mother's past. "Rise from the River" follows 24-year-old Rainey Milbright as she becomes pregnant after she was raped and deals with the healing process. "In Grace's Time" is about Grace, who's dealing with the death of her son, and Virgil, who is gay and has to decide on marrying his partner, which would require him to give up his home and business. Grace asks if she can join him on his annual cross-country trip building inventory for his doll shop. "If You Tame Me" is about Audrey, a single woman who turned 55 and Frank, a widow, who has a crush on Audrey. Frank's first wife, whom he divorced, offers to help, while his second wife, who died three years earlier, shows up as a ghost to be Frank's dating coach. "All Told" is about Jack, who had affairs with multiple women and the impact his affairs had. "Hope Always Rises" is about Hope, 43, who ended her life on the banks of the Fox River in Waukesha and how she found her way in heaven. "Don't Let Me Keep You" follows Hildy Halverson's journey through motherhood and the death of her sixth baby. "Olivia In Five, Seven, Five; Autism In Haiku" is about Giorgio's daughter, Olivia. It is written in poetic form about a mother's love for her child with autism. "No Matter Which Way You Look, There Is More To See" is a collection of poems about a woman's life experiences. "When You Finally Said No" is a poetry chapbook about a teenage girl surviving gang rape, her journey on a path of promiscuity and abusive relationships and how she faces herself when she says no to abuse and submission. "Today's Moment of Happiness Despite The News" is a year-long collection of essays sharing Giorgio's moments of happiness on Facebook while facing depression. "Enlarged Hearts" is a series of short stories focusing on fat girls and how they're more than their bodies. "Oddities And Endings: The Collected Stories of Kathie Giorgio" is a collection of 40 of Giorgio's short stories that have appeared in literary magazines. "True Light Falls in Many Forms" is a poetry chapbook. Contact Alec Johnson at (262) 875-9469 or Follow him on Twitter at@AlecJohnson12. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Waukesha author asks for name removal from alumni wall
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Waukesha North grad's books removed; author wants name off Wall of Stars
The Brief A Waukesha North High School graduate wants her name off of the Wall of Stars recognition board. Kathie Giorgio said while she was welcomed back, she learned her books were not. She gifted the school copies of 15 of her books, but said the district rejected all of them. WAUKESHA, Wis. - Waukesha North High School's Wall of Stars has one less name on it. A local author no longer wants the recognition. Of all the stories Kathie Giorgio has authored, this is a chapter she never expected. What we know On Friday, Giorgio wrote to the School District of Waukesha and asked them to remove her name from North High School's Wall of Stars. "It's a hard decision because I really treasure this award. To me, it's the highlight of my career," Giorgio said. "They put me on the Wall of Stars. You can see on the trophy, it says for literature. They put me there because of the books." The backstory Giorgio is a 1978 graduate; five years ago she was nominated for and received a plaque at the school recognizing her work as a writer. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android She went on to lead discussions about her novels and poems. But while Giorgio was welcomed back to North, she learned her books were not. She learned her books were removed "somewhere around 2023." What they're saying In January, she was invited to speak at North's 50th anniversary celebration. She gifted the school copies of 15 of her books, but said the district rejected all of them. Giorgio said she still hasn't received a clear reason from the district as to the removal of all her books. "I thought this was my chance to get the books back into the library – that whatever had happened had been repaired," she said. FOX6 News: Is there anything inappropriate in these books? Sexuality explicit, for example? Language? Giorgio: "There's language – but I think you'll get language in just about any book these days." For someone who cherishes her high school experience, Giorgio said this ending just feels wrong. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News When asked about the books, Deputy Superintendent Jennifer Gennerman provided the following statement: "The School District of Waukesha has spent significant time, energy, and resources to establish guaranteed and viable curriculum resources across many subjects. Our goal is to ensure all students have a common and rigorous learning experience. Similarly, our focus has also been on ensuring that our school libraries offer age and maturity-level-appropriate content. When there is a donation of books, our library media staff has practices in place for when books are donated. Ms. Giorgio has asked for her name to be removed from the Waukesha North High School Wall of Stars. We will comply with her request. As we begin the month of May, our focus is to finish the school year strong. Our students, staff, and families deserve nothing less." The Source The information in this post was collected and produced by FOX6 News.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
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Oscars 2025 Afterparties: All the Best Looks You Didn't See But Can't Miss
Oscars weekend was jam-packed both before — and after — the star-studded ceremony with parties all over Hollywood celebrating this year's biggest achievements in film. After the 2025 Oscars, which saw Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody and more win big, stars took to the many afterparties around Los Angeles to celebrate. At Vanity Fair's annual afterparty, sparkles were seemed to be the way to go with stars like Selma Blair and Nicole Brydon Bloom rocking the shimmering style. And before the red carpet was rolled out, stars like Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez were all dressed up to kick off the weekend. Ahead, see all the can't-miss photos from this year's Oscar weekend parties. After commanding the red carpet in a custom Ralph Lauren gown featuring 16,000 hand-sewn drops of glass, the superstar made another huge style statement in this black strapless, liquid sequin Armani Privé gown. The mogul teams a very minimal makeup look with a maximal white Balenciaga gown featuring an exaggerated skirt. The Best Actress winner has a major vintage moment in this Dior "Salzbourg" fall/winter 1956-1957 Haute Couture gown and shawl. The actress gives '90s supermodel bombshell in this blush chainmail Miu Miu gown featuring a sexy keyhole neckline. Moore, joined by her daughters dressed in their black tie best, trades her custom Giorgio Armani Privé crystal-embroidered gown from the ceremony for this slinky sequin design with a keyhole neckline. Kravitz dares to bare her butt in a long-sleeve black Saint Laurent gown with an illusion netting that dips down to reveal her backside. After winning Best Supporting Actress in a Saint Lauren gown, the actress turned to the brand for her afterparty look featuring a long-sleeve black bodysuit and ruffle skirt. The Wicked star swapped her custom Louis Vuitton velvet gown for a Vivienne Westwood Couture draped corseted dress in ivory illusion tulle featuring black silk ribbon and and pearl detailing. Tegien had a glam mom's night out in this white Andrew Kwon design featuring a large statement bow at the back. Selma Blair looked stunning in a black strapless sequin gown which she paired with simple jewelry and equally dazzling shoes for Vanity Fair's annual Oscars party. Her trusty sidekick Scout was also in attendance looking as cute as ever. Keke Palmer showed some skin in her Vanity Fair look that featured a bedazzled fishnet top. Ellen Pompeo was chic in a floor-length black gown with a plunging neckline that she paired with classic diamond jewelry. Chrissy Teigen wore a white strapless gown with a dramatic train for the Vanity Fair festivities. For their date night looks, Melanie Lynskey surely got the sequin memo with her red off-the-shoulder gown while husband Jason Ritter went with a tux. Nicole Brydon Bloom sparkled at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in a copper colored gown alongside her fiancé Justin Theroux who opted for a red velvet jacket. Sporting a classic black tux, Jason Bateman walked the red carpet at Vanity Fair's big bash with his wife, Amanda Anka, who wore a strapless dress with an asymmetrical hemline. Matt Bomer was dapper at Vanity Fair's party in a three-piece tux that he paired with a patterned scarf. Kate Berlant and Cole Escola had some fun inside the party showing off their fun Oscar night looks. As the Academy Awards rolled on a few miles away, Kevin Bacon arrived in all-black to Vanity Fair's annual post-Oscars celebration alongside his wife Kyra Sedgwick who wore a strapless two-toned gown. While Jon Hamm kept it classic with a black tuxedo, his wife Anna Osceola selected something sheer, a floor length gown featuring cutouts down each leg. Olivia Wilde opted for an almost totally sheer dress that she wore over a pair of matching undergarments. Sarah Paulson looked outside of the box when picking this abstract red dress which she paired with black accessories and sparkling jewelry. John Mulaney and Olivia Munn walked hand-in-hand as they arrived at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts for Vanity Fair's big party. The comedian wore a tuxedo featuring a white jacket while Munn picked a black and green strapless dress. Camilla Luddington's Elton John look was a neutral gown complete with a feathery top. While mom Elizabeth Hurley wore a pink off-the-shoulder Marmar Halim gown for Elton John's party, her son Damian opted for a floral-themed suit. Sophia Bush wore a black and white tuxedo-inspired look — with a sexy touch! For the star-studded Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party Heidi Klum rocked a sky-high slit and a plunging neckline which she paired with a smokey eye look. Kim Kardashian kicked off the weekend at the annual pre-Oscar dinner hosted by Chanel and Charles Finch at Polo Lounge in Beverly Hills in a black corseted dress that she accessorized with oversized bows in her hair. The Fanning sisters seemed to both get the cape memo for Saturday's Chanel party in Beverly Hills with Elle opting for a sparkly mini dress while Dakota stunned in a baby blue floor length gown. Demi Moore wore a classic black and white Chanel look — with shorts! — for Saturday's dinner at Polo Lounge. Lupita Nyong'o wore a floor length sheer gown featuring glimmers of sparkle and shine for the Chanel soirée. Jennifer Lopez emulated the Oscar statue itself in a gold Tom Ford gown with Suzanne Kalan jewelry at Friday's CAA pre-Oscar party at The Living Room. Kerry Washington paired silver pumps with her white mini Monique Lhuillier dress at the CAA pre-Oscar party at The Living Room in L.A. on Friday. For the the Saint Laurent x Vanity Fair pre-Oscar dinner on Friday, Olivia Wilde sported a menswear-inspired look — topped off with a loosely tied tie. Jodie Turner-Smith stunned in an off-the-shoulder printed gown at the Saint Laurent x Vanity Fair pre-Oscar dinner in L.A. on Friday. Ahead of the big night, Cynthia Erivo made a departure from her Elphaba-inspired looks at the 2025 WIF Oscar nominees party and opted for a yellow brick road toned long sleeve-gown (though don't worry, she included a pop of green with her Christian Louboutin heels). Read the original article on People
