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“A Gentleman in Moscow” is Showtime’s original series based on a novel by Amor Towles. It recounts the life of an aristocrat after he is placed under house arrest by the October Revolution. Although a fictional story, it provides valuable insights into how to behave during times of political crisis. His story shows us how to balance progress and tradition; how to stay a good person in times of madness and destruction.Rostov spends decades trapped in the hotel, witnessing the revolution dismantle Russia slowly, taking the lives of his friends and forever altering the country’s landscape. Initially believing that his house arrest signifies the end of his life, he soon discovers that it is, in fact, a new beginning.During his time in the hotel, Rostov forms relationships with the staff and visiting guests, reinvents himself, and even becomes a father figure to an abandoned young girl. His transformation from a stodgy and refined aristocrat obsessed with finery to a kind and decent man redefines the concept of being a [gentleman.In](gentleman.in/) our philosophical discussion, we’ll explore what it truly means to be a gentleman and how to maintain decency during times of crisis. We’ll learn how to strike a balance between progress and tradition, recognizing that neither extreme is ideal. While politics has its place, it also has the potential to destroy lives-a paradox considering its role in protecting life. Rostov’s story inspires us to persevere even when circumstances seem dire, reminding us that we all possess the capacity to care for others, even amidst political hardships
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