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The Day the Earth Stood Still

Anthropomorphism: What Science Fiction Can Tell Us About Yelling at Computers and Naming Roombas

Nathan Shedroff | Posted 12.11.2012 | Technology
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Nathan Shedroff

For less humanoid systems, people respond idiosyncratically. For example, some people name their Roomba vacuums and speak of them almost like a pet but others do not. So what aspects of a system might provide those triggers?

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3 Fascinating Flubs in Films in the Sci-Fi/Horror Genre

Dr. Franklin Ruehl, Ph.D. | Posted 05.09.2012 | Weird News
Read More: Nosferatu, Dr.Ruehl, Curse of the Demon, Flm Flub, Bela Lugosi, The Day the Earth Stood Still, Weird News News
Dr. Franklin Ruehl, Ph.D.

Flubs are endemic to movies and television programs of all ilks! Some are continuity errors caused by multiple shooting days. Some are so-called "reve...

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From Conan The Barbarian to 300, Watchmen, Rob Zombie and Beyond: Chatting With Film Composer Tyler Bates

Mike Ragogna | Posted 10.09.2011 | Entertainment
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Mike Ragogna

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The Remarkable Life and Career of Patricia Neal

Penelope Andrew | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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Penelope Andrew

What sets artists apart from stars and competent actors is originality and authenticity. Patricia Neal had these and other rare qualities in spades.

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Hollywood Unveils New Rules for Movie Lovers

eSarcasm | Posted 05.25.2011 | Comedy
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eSarcasm

Movie watchers will be allowed to make and eat their own popcorn, but it must be at least three days old and smothered in rancid butter-flavored coconut oil.

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Klaatu Barada Nikto: Obama is an Alien

Caryl Rivers | Posted 05.25.2011 | Home
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Caryl Rivers

The revelations of Barack's true identity as an alien could backfire against the anti-Obama forces. People just might like the idea of a superior, super-intelligent being running the country.

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Jennifer Connelly's Bondage Dress: Love It Or Leave It? (POLL)

Huffington Post | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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Oscar-winning beauty Jennifer Connelly stepped out at the Tokyo premiere of her remake "The Day the Earth Stood Still" Thursday in a daring dress and ...

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"Earth," Clint, "Doubt" And Che Have Big Weekends

AP | DAVID GERMAIN | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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LOS ANGELES — Audiences sat still for Keanu Reeves' sci-fi remake "The Day the Earth Stood Still," making it the weekend's top movie with a $31 ...

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Day the Earth Stood Still: It Barely Moves

Marshall Fine | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
Read More: Keanu Reeves, Movies, The Day the Earth Stood Still, Movie Reviews, Film, Klaatu, Entertainment News
Marshall Fine

As it is, this version of The Day the Earth Stood Still feels like a vehicle that's stuck in neutral with the engine revving but no forward -- or backward -- motion to speak of.

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Trailer Watch -- Thoughts on the Previews for Watchmen, Harry Potter 6, and More.

Scott Mendelson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
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Scott Mendelson

I don't usually do a "let's rundown all the new trailers," but there were several released just in the last week that are worth discussing.

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