Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man’s Chest

The newest spectacle to hit viewers’ tired and vaguely entertained retinas is probably the most impressive outing we’ll get all summer, but don’t let that fool you. Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man’s Chest is a mish mash of a movie, one that borrows any and all devices to convince its audience that something [...]

Antarctica, Smantarctica

I’ve decided that writing a blog post on the day before, of, or after Christmas is like lighting yourself on fire in Antarctica. It might be hot stuff, but no one’s around to appreciate it. Except yourself, of course, though self-appreciation is basically mental masturbation. Nevertheless, I’m duty bound to provide at least the semblance [...]

You Feel Lucky?

Clint Eastwood gave Michael Moore a warning he’ll be hardpressed to ignore.
“Michael Moore and I actually have a lot in common – we both appreciate living in a country where there’s free expression. But, Michael, if you ever show up at my front door with a camera – I’ll kill you.”

All in good fun, of [...]