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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #19: Carnosaur
This suggestion comes from Jordan from Montana, who I met at the TIG Conference in Austin. Synopsis from Netflix: A brilliant geneticist (Diane Ladd) plans to unleash a deadly virus on the world’s population in order to rid Earth of humans and repopulate the planet with the new strain of dinosaurs she’s developed. A security guard (Harrison Page) and an environmentalist (Jennifer...
February 2008
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Stephen Colbert is my hero
Regular visitors of my blog may remember my recent trip to the National Portrait Gallery to see Stephen Colbert’s portrait. A story that I left out, however, was that while we were there, my dad and I met a guy who said he was good friends with Stephen. He offered to take our picture next to the portrait, get it enlarged, and have Stephen sign it for us. We agreed, although I admit I was...
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #18: Zombie...
This is a suggestion from my wonderful sister Kelley, even though I don’t know if she’s actually seen this movie or not. Either way, it does sound like a piece of garbage, so let’s get to it… Synopsis from Netflix: Newlyweds Danny (Graham Sibley) and Denise (Tracy Coogan) find their honeymoon cut short when a hideous sea monster kills the recent bridegroom. But, desperately...
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A level of nerdiness to which I refuse to ascend
Yesterday I saw a license plate that read “9&3 QRTR” and it was on the back of a car driven by a late-30ish looking businessman. Since I like to decipher these sorts of things, I started brainstorming solutions that involved the quarterly division of the corporate calendar or perhaps how he rated himself on a scale of 1 to 10. After a minute or so, however, I arrived at an answer...
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Christian Bale Saves Mankind On May 22nd, 2009 in... →
Having already revealed my man-crush on Christian Bale, I think it goes without saying that I’m excited about this news.
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McCarty returns home, signs with Red Wings →
YES! The imminent return of the Grind Line and shirtless fighting! Plus, now I can break out my old #25 jersey and have two different options come playoff time.
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #17: Freejack
This suggestion from my friend Chloe was a bit of a snafu. When she heard I was embarking on a bad movie marathon, she thought I was looking for films that were bad enough to be good. Or something like that… I don’t want to put words into her mouth, but the point is she likes this movie and so it might not be perfect for my Self-Torture Experiment. Then again, our tastes might be...
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Why I changed the name of my blog
“Knockin’ on Kevin’s door,” while containing a modicum of humor, was starting to sound a little trite to me. It doesn’t look like this vertigo is going away anytime soon, so I might as well embrace it. ‘Vertigo’ is close enough to ‘Vagina’ that it seemed like a clever enough cultural reference to make and, with a minimum of commenting, a blog...
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #16 - Kung Pow:...
This is a suggestion from my buddy Fred, who assured me this movie is horrible. Synopsis from Netflix: When a highly skilled martial artist known as “the chosen one” sets out to avenge his family’s death, he faces his greatest challenges yet: a cow with a deadly udder and a warlord who insists everyone call him “Betty.” Writer-director-actor Steve Oderkirk inserts...
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #15: Ultraviolet
This suggestion comes from my friend BJ who (according to Netflix) has a very similar taste in movies. We’ll see if that translates with the bad ones… Synopsis from Netflix: When a vampirelike disease begins infecting the human population — giving the afflicted enhanced intelligence, fantastic stamina and lightning-fast speed — the world quickly divides into those who have...
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Wordpress + Flickr + Creative Commons = Free Blog... →
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Why Google Apps is a Serious Threat to Microsoft... →
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #14: Miami Vice
This is a suggestion from my friend Erin, who is very cool despite being friends with JJ Redick’s family. (I kid because I love. And also because Wake Forest just beat Duke on Sunday.) Synopsis from Netflix: Directed by Michael Mann, this gritty adaptation of the popular 1980s TV series moves vice cops Ricardo Tubbs (Jamie Foxx) and Sonny Crockett (Colin Farrell) out of their pastel duds and...
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FREE-411 launches Dial DIR-ECT-IONS →
Get instantaneous turn-by-turn directions sent to your cell phone. I just tested it out and it worked seemlessly. The phone number is very easy to remember, as well.
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #13: Perfume
I’m watching two movies tonight in an attempt to stay on schedule because Presidents’ Day added an extra day to the Netflix weekend lag. This film was a suggestion from my friend Amanda. Synopsis from Netflix: When international fashion folks head to a major show, their personal and professional lives get out of control … and combustible drama and comedy ensue! This favorite from the...
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #12: Frogs
This is a suggestion from my friend Brandon, of whom I have no social networking profiles to which to link… Synopsis from Netflix: Millionaire Ray Milland kills any animal that moves on his island estate. The slaughter continues even when his family visits the island. Sam Elliott challenges Milland to mend his ways — but to no avail. That means the swamp critters will have to decide...
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NASA - Get Ready For February's Total Lunar... →
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Drupal 6 is released - Download Squad →
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #11: Striptease
I know what you might be thinking but this was an honest-to-God suggestion from Wonderland Chad, who said it was the worst movie he’s ever seen. Synopsis from Netflix: To take on the system, she must first take it off. Demi Moore is a single mom who turns to stripping to acquire the money she needs for a custody suit involving her child. My thoughts: I could probably write quite a bit about...
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Fin (again)
I finally just finished Finnegans Wake, which was not surprisingly a difficult read for someone like myself who wasn’t an English major. It feels like a cause for celebration, so this Friday I’m going to an Irish pub (most likely McCormack’s) and drinking Guinness and Bushmills. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join me for what will probably become an epic drunk.
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Wake Forest shocks No. 2 Duke to give Blue Devils... →
Ha ha ha! Go Deacs! Eat it, Duke!
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #10: Stop! Or My...
Since I’m taking it easy tonight in preparation for my trip to DC tomorrow, I figured I’d get this crapfest out of the way. If nothing else, after just watching Glitter, at least I already have a decent buzz that will hopefully make it less painful. Synopsis from Netflix: After a tough breakup with girlfriend and fellow detective Gwen (JoBeth Williams), Detective Joe Bromowski...
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #9: Glitter
Even before I put myself through this horror, I know it’s going to be bad. With all the previous movies in the marathon, Netflix has predicted that I would rate them at least two stars, but not Glitter. No, the Netflix algorithm has foreseen disaster in the near future…
Synopsis from Netflix: Pop diva Mariah Carey hits more than a few “high C’s” in this loose...
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"Truck Nuts" Bill Dies In General Assembly →
It’s a shame when good legislation can’t find enough support…
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #8 - From Justin...
I already hate myself for watching this movie, and I wish I hadn’t thought of it for the marathon. Synopsis from Netflix: Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini are back — this time, starring in a Miami musical infused with lots of romance. It’s spring break, and two groups of friends head south for some much-needed R&R. Romance blooms between the two “American Idol”...
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Pixies - Hey.mp3 →
I think this is a fitting song for a single guy on Valentine’s Day…
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #7 - Book of...
This is somewhat of a double suggestion from my circuit rider Liz and cowgirl Casey. Liz suggested this movie specifically and Casey recommended The Blair Witch Project in general. Since I’ve already seen the first film (and thought it was okay), I’ll just be reviewing the sequel. Synopsis from Netflix: In this spooky sequel to the Blair Witch Project, tourists flock to Burkittsville,...
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Facebook bans 'forced invites' in apps →
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Netflix Self-Torture Experiment #6: I Accidentally...
I had to pick this movie just because of the title… Synopsis from Netflix: Four friends have a barbecue and decide they need some marijuana to complete the party. They turn to the son of a powerful mob boss to hook them up, but are warned that if anything happens to the son, they’ll be in trouble. When an accident takes the kid’s life, the four friends must go on the lam to...
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