Yeah... and then I'll be known as Big_f'n_Monkey_Bird
Patti Smith, Talking Heads... at least he likes decent music.
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He was bland and was given bad lines. Don't blame Wheaton. They all started like that... however, nobody seem to want to flesh him out.
People hated Wesley because he he was either the original cause of the problem (some experiment gone bad, stepping on grass), or he was the only one who could solve it.
I'd be inclined to disagree with the "geek jealousy" theory by just arguing that Wesley was a bland, or useless character. However, by that argument, I can't understand why Riker isn't as equally reviled.
I used to joke that the three things EVERYONE hated were Barney, Wesley Crusher, and GE Smith from SNL. It's almost a truism.
There are many, many underappreciated films. But, I find most of the films mentioned (Wenders, Gilliam, Lynch) have a cult following, so they're appreciated.
However, I have yet to find someone who appreciates Summer of Sam -- a movie I found quite remarkable. I suspect this is because people assumed it was about the serial killer, and not the "summer". Maybe it's the anacronism of a punk listening to The Who, or the indie look of Spike Lee joints.
People can argue it's bad acting, but I think it was the people they were portraying.
This is what I found the film to be: personal conflict set in a time where we don't think of conflict. The characters cannot connect their lifestyles with their values. The main character is frustrated because he wants kinky sex, but cannot indulge with his own willing wife, because she's the future mother of his children. She knows her husband cheats on her, and cannot satisfy him.
His old friend has embraced an over-the-top punk persona, including affecting an accent. His girlfriend is the former neighbourhood tramp. These are all people desperately wanting to be someone else. Why? Because they want to be modern, but they're trapped with old values.
Perhaps it's the same conflicts which motivate the serial killings. The movie begins with the characters feeling like they're on top, and in control. They start to demonstrate their failings, and the killings start.
Self-loathing, and the fear that they may be the next victim, eat at each of the characters. Add some summer heat, the constant sound of a dog barking, and things escalate to mob violence.
Funny how the "US turning against itself" was the big concern. We kept hearing about Militia groups, race violence, high school shootings, teen abductions.
People are too busy worrying about potential "terrorists" and Iraq's "Weapons of Mass Destruction" now. Have these other problems gone away?
Don't ask me, I'm merely following the thread. I was merely saying that Ayn Rand probably would have picked up on an anti-industrial subtext if there was one.
Now, I'll go find the biggest, smelliest volcano/foundry and hug it.
Does anyone remember that 90's zeitgeist of "punk" bands like Green Day? I couldn't believe kids were arguing "Green Day" was "punk". Nothing against them... but how?
Most punk thing that came out of them was when the singer said he "didn't give a sh--" about the whole thing.
Just think... Dookie is 8 years old...
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Yeah... and then I'll be known as
Big_f'n_Monkey_Bird
Patti Smith, Talking Heads... at least he likes decent music.
He was bland and was given bad lines. Don't blame Wheaton. They all started like that... however, nobody seem to want to flesh him out.
People hated Wesley because he he was either the original cause of the problem (some experiment gone bad, stepping on grass), or he was the only one who could solve it.
I'd be inclined to disagree with the "geek jealousy" theory by just arguing that Wesley was a bland, or useless character. However, by that argument, I can't understand why Riker isn't as equally reviled.
I used to joke that the three things EVERYONE hated were Barney, Wesley Crusher, and GE Smith from SNL. It's almost a truism.
Wesley stole the title of my favourite Patti Smith song. I was gonna use it myself.
It was in this movie script I've been working on which I'm not allowing anyone to see.
There's no emoticon for how I feel...
The Easter Islanders didn't have the Lorax speaking for the trees? I guess we're lucky.
"Print is Dead" - Egon Spengler
There are many, many underappreciated films. But, I find most of the films mentioned (Wenders, Gilliam, Lynch) have a cult following, so they're appreciated.
However, I have yet to find someone who appreciates Summer of Sam -- a movie I found quite remarkable. I suspect this is because people assumed it was about the serial killer, and not the "summer". Maybe it's the anacronism of a punk listening to The Who, or the indie look of Spike Lee joints.
People can argue it's bad acting, but I think it was the people they were portraying.
This is what I found the film to be: personal conflict set in a time where we don't think of conflict. The characters cannot connect their lifestyles with their values. The main character is frustrated because he wants kinky sex, but cannot indulge with his own willing wife, because she's the future mother of his children. She knows her husband cheats on her, and cannot satisfy him.
His old friend has embraced an over-the-top punk persona, including affecting an accent. His girlfriend is the former neighbourhood tramp. These are all people desperately wanting to be someone else. Why? Because they want to be modern, but they're trapped with old values.
Perhaps it's the same conflicts which motivate the serial killings. The movie begins with the characters feeling like they're on top, and in control. They start to demonstrate their failings, and the killings start.
Self-loathing, and the fear that they may be the next victim, eat at each of the characters. Add some summer heat, the constant sound of a dog barking, and things escalate to mob violence.
I'd sing to you, but "Happy Birthday" isn't free. Is there's a GPL licensed GNU/Happy Birthday?
GNHP = GNHP is Not Happy Birthday...
Can we assume they're using an "EXTRA VIRGIN" variety????
Bwahahahaha!
The other 40% is viruses
It died of course.
But, they fixed it. That's the difference.
Funny how the "US turning against itself" was the big concern. We kept hearing about Militia groups, race violence, high school shootings, teen abductions.
People are too busy worrying about potential "terrorists" and Iraq's "Weapons of Mass Destruction" now. Have these other problems gone away?
Avril Vs Britney?
"At least (Avril) writes her own songs"
This is the Debbie Gibson Vs Tiffany argument all over again!!!
... if Boston was in the learning algorithm.
I'm surprised A&R guys need crap-o-meters to identify hits. They just force-feed the pap until the audience gives in.
"I hope that carpet's Scotchguarded!"
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Don't ask me, I'm merely following the thread. I was merely saying that Ayn Rand probably would have picked up on an anti-industrial subtext if there was one.
Now, I'll go find the biggest, smelliest volcano/foundry and hug it.
I would think Ayn Rand would have disapproved the anti-industrial subtext. Here's a few things she would change
10. First line would be "Bilbo Baggins Laughed"
9. Frodo would wear a blouse of Reardon metal
8. Aragorn would force himself on Arwen
7 In the cracks of Mt Doom, Frodo would make a 60 page speech everyone glosses over.
6. You have know how to say "Inyë", before you can say "Tye-mela'ne"
5. The entrance to Moria would require the declaration of selfishness.
4. Wormtongue's elvish name would be Nathaniel
3. "Who is Gil-Galad?"
2. Gollum would have a manipulative mother
1. The book would be even longer
I can't wait until I can make my PC look like a POLICE BOX with ONE CLICK. Then I'll have APPLE, the BBC, and Amazon breathing down my neck.
The MPAA claims they purchased the rights to the Principia when they released "Bodies, Rest and Motion"
According to the Principia Comedia, every Slashdot joke leads to a minimum of 10 equal but opposite reactions.
Does anyone remember that 90's zeitgeist of "punk" bands like Green Day? I couldn't believe kids were arguing "Green Day" was "punk". Nothing against them... but how? Most punk thing that came out of them was when the singer said he "didn't give a sh--" about the whole thing. Just think... Dookie is 8 years old...
So, I guess I won't be providing a link to my Flash version of Sid Meier's Civilization III then...