And now for something almost, but not entirely, completely different: Monty Python’s Life of Brian (1979)andBrazil (1985) Discussion after the trailers. Wait for it… https://youtu.be/TKPmGjVFbrY https://youtu.be/4Wh2b1eZFUM You may recall that two days ago I declared my personal belief that corporations…
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#42Movies, Day 3: We Can Be Heroes
Finding your favorite cover of the Bowie tune is left as an exercise for the reader. Meanwhile, let’s talk about… The Specials (2000)andThe Incredibles (2004) https://youtu.be/1wMvv924Gks https://youtu.be/eZbzbC9285I Astute readers will notice that, like yesterday, I’ve chosen to feature two relatively…
#42Movies, Day 2: In The Not Too Distant Future
Out of all the science fiction movies I’ve seen, why would I choose these two? Children of Men (2006)andDistrict 9 (2009) I’ll explain after the trailers. https://youtu.be/2VT2apoX90o https://youtu.be/DyLUwOcR5pk Yesterday I talked about one of the reasons I love Star Trek…
#42Movies, Day 1: Star Power
In which no one is surprised by my first double feature: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)andStar Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983). Commentary starts after trailers… https://youtu.be/vOIYaRb6XpQ https://youtu.be/7L8p7_SLzvU Yeah, yeah. Did any of you…
I Turn 42 in 3 Weeks
And despite being pretty busy these days (like, continuously), I’m going to do another birthday project—specifically, a blog series that I’ve been thinking about for a while. Look for a more detailed explanation right here tomorrow. Meanwhile, in the big…
I am on a black highway at night
This week, some good news: Stepto has come out of his coma and seems to be recovering well. If you’re feeling charitable, you can donate to help the family with medical and travel expenses. At times like this, I think…
I Did Not Understand This Metaphor in 1982
But I’m, y’know, older now. And when McCoy says “It never rains but it pours” to Kirk in Wrath of Khan, I know exactly what he means. Skip to 1:11 for the relevant dialogue: youtu.be/jRYlPifDUBg It’s also appropriate for this…
I’m Leaving, on a Jet Plane
But I do know when I’ll be back again, so don’t worry about that. Meanwhile, in orbit around Alpha Omicron VII… https://youtu.be/DIw690VGt70
I have another deadline this week
Which means I don’t have the time/brainpower for a thoughtful, well-researched blog post today. So instead, here’s a roundup of some interesting stuff I tweeted or retweeted in the past week: My pals @TheDoubleclicks are making a new album: PRESIDENT…
I Have Trouble Asking for Help
I was going to rant and rave today about how badly The Newsroom crashed and burned in its last season, but honestly, that ship has sailed. Do go read Abigail Nussbaum’s breakdown, though; she’s much more articulate about the situation…