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ed:..two of my favourite humans..together…kim hill interviews lucinda williams..
ed:..i have seen lucinda williams live three times.. ..and each time she delivered… ..and she writes such wicked songs.. ..and plays/sings the hell out of them… ..i did that ‘best song in the world’ thing on the jim mora show … Continue reading
“…Twenty Twelve: Back on track with Hugh Bonneville – the lord of office jargon…”
“…I’m on the set of Twenty Twelve on the 37th floor of Canary Wharf, a javelin throw away from the real-life Olympic Park. All around the walls of the ODC are painted “inspirational” slogans: “Achieve”, “Sustain”, “Courage”, “Heritage”, “Diversity”. These … Continue reading
interview with marianne faithfull..
“..Did you read Keith Richards’s memoir? I did. And I loved it. It rang true as Keith. Not that I agree with everything in it. Strangely, I am going to New York to do, among other things, a tribute show … Continue reading
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“…The Hunger Games: Don’t Fall for the Fluff of the Season’s Most-hyped Film..”
“…Let’s consider this fat sloppy hit film The Hunger Games. Frankly – as a film – it’s nothing to tweet about…” go to source/story>>> The Hunger Games: Don’t Fall for the Fluff of the Season’s Most-hyped Film | | AlterNet.
“…A Hogwarts and all day out…”
“..The level of detail is staggering throughout. In Dumbledore’s office every image of previous Hogwarts’ headmasters was painted twice – - once with eyes open – and once closed to represent the illusion of night-time sleeping. The sheer amount of … Continue reading
“…The Biggest Brawls in Sports History…”
(ed:..regular-readers will know that sport dosen’t get much coverage around here.. ..but there are often exceptions to most rules.. ..and this is one of them..) go to source/story>>> The Biggest Brawls in Sports History | Bleacher Report.
“…Photos: Art That Only Lasts A Few Hours…”
“..Amador, 40, is based out of San Francisco. His art which he calls “Earthscape” – is a series of large-scale sketches in the sand using tools that resemble rakes. Amador wakes up before the sun rises and before high tide … Continue reading
“…5 Traits of Successful Bloggers…”
“…5. Voice. I’ve written before about how important it is to set a tone when you blog. There are lots of different ways to do this – but basically it’s about conveying your personality on your blog – and letting … Continue reading
“…Movie vs. Book: ‘The Hunger Games’…”
“…It seems all that anyone is talking about lately (and not only in the book world) – is the new ‘Hunger Games’ movie adaptation. Die-hard fans of Suzanne Collins’s book were ridiculously excited – as well as non-fans who just … Continue reading
“…Henry Rollins the perpetual nomad…” (ed:..if you ever have a chance to see rollins doing his spoken-word show..i can only add the highest recommendation..it’s rock and roll…eh..?)
“…Henry Rollins works best alone. “It’s how I roll,” he says, without irony and unexpectedly softly for a man who spent the early years of his musical career yelling and screaming at audiences. The American punk legend, activist, actor, author, … Continue reading
“…Robert Greenwald on the New Film ‘Koch Brothers Exposed’ – the 1% at Its Very Worst..”
“…Robert Greenwald and his Brave New Foundation debuts their feature-length film – - an exposé of the right-wing brothers’ massive reach…” go to source/story>>> Robert Greenwald on the New Film ‘Koch Brothers Exposed’ — the 1% at Its Very Worst … Continue reading
“…Rembrandt and the art of growing old gracefully…”
“…While other artists were coldly curious – - or worse cruel – in their depiction of old age – - Rembrandt relished the effects of time..” go to source/story>>> Rembrandt and the art of growing old gracefully | Art and … Continue reading
“…Mighty real: Gillian Wearing’s favourite documentaries…”
“…From 7 Up to TOWIE, Andy Warhol to the Maysles brothers- – I am influenced by films that highlight human reality and interaction..” go to source/story>>> Mighty real: Gillian Wearing’s favourite documentaries | Art and design | guardian.co.uk.
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“…Clip joint: Dreams…”
“…best film clips on the subject of dreams..” go to source/story>>> Clip joint: Dreams | Film | guardian.co.uk.
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“…Paul Casserly: Doing God’s work…”
“…I came in on the second episode but I felt like I’d missed something and went back to the first episode via the Maori TV site. It’s worth doing if you missed it. The induction process and the background is … Continue reading
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“…Legendary NZ TV Moments…”
“…Online showcase NZ on Screen is opening its treasure chest again to celebrate TV’s legendary moments. The collection shows the clips that Kiwis gawked at, chortled with, and choked on their Choysa over as they played out on our screens. … Continue reading
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“…The Secret to the Hunger Games’ Success…”
“…The record-setting opening weekend of “The Hunger Games” shows the cultural clout of young female readers…” go to source/story>>> The Secret to the Hunger Games’ Success | | AlterNet.
“…The Horrors of an Ayn Rand World: Why We Must Fight for America’s Soul…”
“…An Objectivist America would be a dark age of unhindered free enterprise – - far more primitive and Darwinian than anything seen before…” (ed:..don’t forget that our prime minister john key is a rand fan-boy.. ..as are many/most(?) in nact… … Continue reading
“…Turn Left? The Lack of Right-Wing Comedians…”
“…The panel was an enormous success, with the panel detailing how comedy, even political comedy is best approached not from a political point of view – but rather a point of view of what is funny. Their case was well … Continue reading
“…Turin Shroud Led Apostles To Believe In Resurrection of Christ – Claims New Book…”
“…Finding a peculiar image on the inner surface of his burial cloth – the followers of Jesus became convinced he had been raised from the dead and exalted to heaven. This belief led to the emergence of a new sect … Continue reading
“…The 10 Best iPhone Camera Apps Besides Instagram: Hipstamatic, Camera+ And More…”
“…Sure, Instagram is a great camera app. It’s fun, addictive, and something like 15 billion of you have downloaded it to be your primary shooter on the iPhone. But now that you’ve taken pictures of a Chipotle burrito with every … Continue reading
“…Luis Buñuel – now that’s surrealism!…”
“…Salvador Dalí is seen as the embodiment of the movement- – but it doesn’t make him a great artist. Buñuel’s films are truly radical..” go to source/story>>> Luis Buñuel – now that’s surrealism! | Film | guardian.co.uk.
“…Ziggy Stardust – it was all worthwhile…”
“…David Bowie’s androgynous alter ego – now honoured with a blue plaque – - shot an electric current through less enlightened times..” go to source/story>>> Ziggy Stardust – it was all worthwhile | Dorian Lynskey | Comment is free | … Continue reading
“…”Reagan and Thatcher”: Rethinking the special relationship…”
“…A new book challenges the standard narrative about the transatlantic right-wing love-fest of the ’80s..” go to source/story>>> “Reagan and Thatcher”: Rethinking the special relationship – Nonfiction – Salon.com.
“…British Design 1948-2012…”
“…Has the V&A built a shrine to the great objects of British design – - or curated a glorified jumble sale?…” go to source/story>>> Preview: British Design 1948-2012 – Features – Art – The Independent.
“…The Evolution Of Zombies In Pop Culture…”
“…I’m sure most of you probably know at least one, if not more, people like me. You know, the friend you invite to dinner who, instead of appreciating the spectacular view from that big old picture window in your living … Continue reading
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“…Vintage Weight Loss Ads: A Look At The Health Advice Of Yesteryear…”
“…we decided to take a look back at the ads that influenced our dieting styles and body images over the years. It’s easy to think of the current glut of half-baked weight loss solutions as a modern phenomenon. But these … Continue reading
“…Dennis Morris: ‘Suddenly we were black, not coloured’…”
“…Dennis Morris is celebrated for his iconic photographs of the Sex Pistols and Bob Marley. But few knew that in that pivotal era he was also documenting black British life in London…” go to source/story>>> Dennis Morris: ‘Suddenly we were … Continue reading
“…The slacker is back – and this time she’s female…”
“…As a whole new generation of graduates fail to find jobs and return home to live with their parents – the new female slacker has inspired a rich new and very funny crop of books, films and TV by and … Continue reading
“…local little mouse a big success…”
“…Odgers says the idea was born out of frustration. He didn’t like the touchpad on his laptop – and came up with the idea of a `laptop mouse’ that can be gripped between finger and thumb – and operate on … Continue reading
“…The armchair guide to Mad Men…”
“…The advertising-agency drama returns for its fifth season next week.(in Britain) Already lost the plot? Will Dean – author of the definitive book on the show – - brings you up to speed…” go to source/story>>> The armchair guide to … Continue reading
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the ‘snarkiest’ reviews of the week..
“…HuffPost Entertainment has rounded up the week’s snarkiest reviews just for your enjoyment – - in this week’s installment of our “Week In Ouch” series…” go to source/story>>> ‘The Hunger Games,’ Madonna’s ‘MDNA,’ ‘Bent’ And More: The Week In Ouch.
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“…The enduring appeal of Enid Blyton…”
“…Nick Duerden’s daughters are hooked on Enid Blyton. But 70 years on – why is such anachronistic writing so compelling?..” go to source/story>>> The enduring appeal of Enid Blyton | Life and style | The Guardian.
“…Have TV talent shows had it?…”
“…As the BBC launches The Voice, host Reggie Yates insists it’s different to other TV singing contests – - while veteran DJ Paul Gambaccini argues that the format is dead…” go to source/story>>> The conversation: Have TV talent shows had … Continue reading
“…Pop art’s proto-feminists…”
“…A new exhibit explores the gender politics of the movement’s often overlooked women artists..” go to source/story>>> Pop art’s proto-feminists – Design – Salon.com.
“…Hunger Games Film a Child-Slaughtering Time Waster…”
“…The much-hyped adaptation is a fatally dull exercise in contemporary dystopia…” go to source/story>>> Hunger Games Film a Child-Slaughtering Time Waster | Mother Jones.
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“…The Hunger Games: ‘Jennifer Lawrence gives a brooding, Brando-esque performance’…”
“…The star of Winter’s Bone is right on target in Gary Ross’s sleek adaptation of the first of Suzanne Collins’s best-selling young adult book series, says Xan Brooks. The Hunger Games sees Katniss Everdeen (Lawrence) selected to represent her district … Continue reading
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“…The 10 best wireless headphones…”
“…10. Panasonic WF950 £59.18, argos.co.uk A decent mid-range pair of cans that have a 100-metre transmission range that isn’t disrupted by walls and ceilings – – ideal for using as you do the hoovering up…” go to source/story>>> The 10 … Continue reading
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“…New Scientist’s new digital magazine combines science-fiction and futurology…”
“…As climate change, rising fuel prices and the 2008 crash have shown – it is important to imagine what lies ahead. Sci-fi may sometimes not seem up to the job. But Arc, a new digital magazine from the makers of … Continue reading
“…Mad Men is back!…”
“…With the long-awaited fifth season beginning next week,(in Britain) – - Guardian writers meet the actors who play their favourite characters in the show…” go to source/story>>> Mad Men is back! | Television & radio | The Guardian.
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