Monthly Archives: February 2012

by | February 27, 2012

Oscars ’11 Post Mortem

Before we all forget about last night and dive head-first into 2012, here are my takeaways from the 84th Academy Awards. First I’ll list off a few tidbits that made me smile, then I’ll bitch to my heart’s content. (If … Continue reading →

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by | February 24, 2012

Link Dump: #59

This week’s kitty comes from the mental illness drama Girl, Interrupted. Its owner hangs herself, but HEY kitty! It’s also my birthday, so it’s especially cool that I get to spend it thinking about kitties, movies, and some great links… Must-play: … Continue reading →

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by | February 21, 2012

Hate and Anger

You were born with hate and anger built in. Took a slap on the backside to blast out the scream. And then you knew you were alive! Lionel Stander growls these words in the opening minutes of Blast of Silence (1961) as … Continue reading →

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by | February 16, 2012

Gotta Rate ‘Em All: Part 7

[Author's note: This is the conclusion of my series in which I carefully research and review the themes of every Pokémon season, in chronological order.] Season 13:  Pokémon DP: Sinnoh League Victors (We Will Carry On!) Lyrics: For FUCK’S SAKE, Loeffler and Wolfert! This … Continue reading →

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by | February 14, 2012

Uphill Battle

We love stories about ambition. About men (always men) who dream and build the impossible. The messianic wonder of Lawrence of Arabia; the phallic hugeness of the Empire State Building or the Washington Monument; the anything-for-spectacle expedition of King Kong; even … Continue reading →

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