TurgidCaterwauling

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Ben Lyons & Ben Mankiewicz Take Over "At The Movies" From Ebert & Roeper

You can imagine the kind of grasp of film history a guy who was born in 1982 will have. posted 07/23/2008 at 00:58:54

Ford To Drastically Shift Production Away From SUVs

Small, stylish, and fuel effecient Fords are found all over Mexico and Europe. Why not in the U.S.? posted 07/22/2008 at 13:42:28

Sen. Ted Stevens (R-AK) Down 9 Points In New Poll

Ted won't go down without a nasty, nasty fight. Begich knows what's coming won't be pretty. But it's time. Alaska will lose a fair amount of clout, but like so many old duffers in congress, he's off another century. It is time to pass the torch. posted 07/21/2008 at 17:34:51

Marion Jones asks Bush to commute 6-month sentence

Jones seems like a nice enough woman, but the thing is she knew she was doing wrong, did it anyway, lied about it, and got caught. Hard to sympathize. posted 07/21/2008 at 17:36:46

Dobson Flips, Says He Might Endorse McCain

Why is it that whenever people such as Dobson start talking my skin begins to crawl? No matter how much they speak of their love of God, life, family values, and morality, I start getting creeped out. What should strike me as reasonable always seems to have something slimey attached to it. posted 07/21/2008 at 12:57:34

No Country for Bat-Men: The Superb, Disturbing Noir Knight

For those of us who discovered Batman in the comics as kids, we've always known TV and the movies have not done this character justice. It was always noirish, unsettling, and strangely compelling. Nolan understands. Like the most recent Bond outing, these directors understand that you can get it right and still be entertaining. posted 07/19/2008 at 20:15:57

"The Dark Knight" Sets Single-Day Box Office Record

Dear Gonnuts:

Please post your thoughts regarding meaningful entertainment. posted 07/19/2008 at 17:47:57

Sarah Jessica Parker's Missing Mole (PHOTOS)

Excuse me, does this belong to you? posted 07/19/2008 at 18:16:12

McCain Campaign Initially Stood By Gramm Remarks

Dear Phool: Monthly reports, corporate profits, and all the other economic indicators have little to do with the day to day economics of average Americans. Yes, I suppose if one looks only at the data, one can argue persuasively the economy is strong and moving forward. Today it costs me twice as much to fill the same gas tank than before, my utilities are a third higher than they were a year ago, the cost of my health insurance has gone up, as has food, etc. What hasn't changed appreciably is my income.
Not whining, just fact. Not in my head, just fact. Should the day come when you are no longer earning a suitable income and your health fails, remember not to feel sorry for yourself or whine; it will all be in your pin sized head. posted 07/10/2008 at 18:31:05

Oil Prices Top Issue In Public Mind, Congress Feeling Pressure

Where can I get some of that cheap $4.15 gas? I'm having to pay $4.74. posted 07/09/2008 at 20:16:47

Iran Test-Fires Nine Missiles, Warns It Will Retaliate

Note to Ahmadinejad: Before you do something silly, you may wish to review the film footage of Hiroshima. posted 07/09/2008 at 20:11:55

Cheney Wanted To Delete Major Parts Of Environmental Testimony

To the poster who observed these people have "contributed absolutely nothing to this country's soul and spirit," I couldn't agree more. To be elected to public office is to become a steward of this nation, and yet it is breathtaking to see how this president and his administration have abused that trust. Whether the methodology of the science is questionable or not, isn't it reasonable to assume that toxins filtering into the environment are going to have a negative effect on the public health? Or should I just go ahead and ignore the advice not to use my charcoal grill in the garage with the door closed? posted 07/08/2008 at 20:48:52

Majority Of Americans Say Founding Fathers Would Be Disappointed: Poll

Since the founders can't be polled, this is just another futile exercise. posted 07/06/2008 at 02:06:48

Amy Winehouse Drinks Onstage At Latest Show

Give her a break. She knows the drill. Would anyone even care if she didn't do something outrageous?
"Hey, I went to an Amy Winehouse gig and nothing happened." No headline there. Smoking and drinking sans undies. Now there's a headline. posted 07/05/2008 at 00:52:36

World Must Brace For Oil Beyond $150

Do you honestly think that abandoing SUVs for micro-cars will solve this problem? As soon as demand drops, big oil will cut back on production, effectively keeping prices where they are.
I'd love a vehicle that gets a 100 mpg, but I don't think for one minute I'll end up with more money in my pocket. It continues to be about naked greed. posted 07/05/2008 at 00:43:37

Brinkley Trial Begins: $3,000 A Month On Porn, Ex Details Affair

She was lucky to have been born beautiful. How much talent does that take? posted 07/05/2008 at 01:03:41

Tim Russert Tribute Planned For Baseball's All-Star Game

The criticisms regarding the non-stop homage to Russert are fair. Civility also dictates taste with respect to how long someone's death should be splashed across the media. Russert was just one of thousands of celebrities, which doesn't mean I don't empathize with and feel for his family, friends, and associates. And I am certainly not a clueless, self-obsessed, egomaniacal sixth grader, none of which have anything to do with Obama moving center. I respectfully, and civily, disagree. posted 07/03/2008 at 19:51:53

"Queen Of Mean" Leona Helmsley's Fortune To Go To Caring For Dogs

Note to Leona after-the-fact:
Build a school
Open a healthcare facility
Fund scholarships
Rebuild a church
Rec center to get kids off the streets
Fund a crisis center
Medical research
Fund alternate energy research

Another shameful reminder of how so many of the super-rich despise those who aren't. posted 07/02/2008 at 01:45:33

Josh Hartnett To Star In "Rain Man" On Stage

One can only hope it will be a musical. posted 07/02/2008 at 01:48:34

Long Lost Beatles Interview Airs On BBC

I am not particularly bothered by such comments. Trying to understand what The Beatles meant to their generation is the same as trying to explain Elvis or Sinatra. You like them or you don't.

What I do think is interesting is how no individual or group since has been as influential, which doesn't mean a lot of great music isn't being made. Since The Beatles, individuals and groups have had a much shorter shelf life. posted 07/02/2008 at 02:07:21

McCain Uses Swift Boat Vet Bud Day To Rebut Wesley Clark

If serving in the military qualifies one to be president, then I would like to be the CEO of Exxon as I have spent a lot of time at gas stations. posted 06/30/2008 at 20:02:32

Bond's "Quantum Of Solace" Trailer Released (VIDEO)

I agree, OHMSS was a good film. One can only imagine how great it would have been with Connery. As a fan from the beginning, I have always been disappointed with many of the choices the producers made. Felix was never the same actor, Blofeld was continually changing, Charles Gray made two Bond appearances (horrible each time), Burt Kwouck appeared twice as different characters, stirred, not shaken was an obvious mistake in You Only Live Twice, and far too many sequences were speeded up. Having watched the early films again recently, I feel there was much that was sloppy and lazy, such as overuse of rear screen projection and the mismatches between location and studio shots. Thanks to John Barry, the music was always an essential ingredient, something which the producers of Never Say Never Again apparently didn't understand. Despite their shortcomings, the films have always had a wit and style that make them enjoyable. posted 07/02/2008 at 02:26:04

Craig returns Bond to the lethal Bond of Dr. No & From Russia with Love. Even when Connery began playing it lighter, there was always a lethal undercurrent absent from the pretenders who came after.
For me Connery will always be Bond, but Casino Royale has become my favorite Bond film. As for the criticism that Bond is imitating Bourne, the formula began in 1962 with Dr. No. posted 07/01/2008 at 00:33:52

$200-A-Barrel Oil: Envisioning What The World Would Look Like

I love how the blame is always placed on the doorstep of average Americans. I wanted mass trans and high mileage cars when this nation got bent over in the 70s. Big business and politicians didn't do a thing. Here we are almost 40 years later wondering what we'll do now. Doesn't say much for vision and leadership. posted 06/29/2008 at 14:02:20

George Lucas Follows Heart Back To More "Star Wars"

Additionally, his Young Indiana Jones productions have contributed more to the next generation of leaders understanding of history than any curriculum I could imagine...
Keep up the great work, Mr Lucas and follow your heart and head.

Do tell where this study may be found. posted 06/29/2008 at 21:32:32

Obama Undercuts His Brand

At the end of the day, you've got a Bush clone, or you've got someone who might offer some hope of improvement, no matter how centrist he becomes. Easy choice. posted 06/28/2008 at 17:36:15

Fox News Back On Top, Wins Second Quarter Ratings After Q1 Loss To CNN

Why so many Americans embrace anti-intellectualism is hard to fathom, but many are proud they have never read a book, know nothing about culture, and have never visited a foreign country. posted 06/26/2008 at 21:28:06

"Get Smart" Movie Reviews: It's Nothing To Phone Home About

DVD rental along with Love Guru when there is nothing left to rent. I do like Carell. Too bad he wasn't chosen to play Clouseau instead of Steve Martin. Now there's a franchise horribly gone wrong. posted 06/21/2008 at 02:59:37

Steve Carell Returns To "The Daily Show"

I agree. These guys are cross-generational. Stewart is at his best interviewing politicians or book promoters. Too often the celebrity interviews misfire, but, even on its least inspired nights, this show trumps the so-called news shows. posted 06/19/2008 at 13:32:43

Mark Wahlberg Slams The "Ocean's" Movies: "The Second One Sucked!"

Not sure why actors get drawn into these meaningless debates. Wahlberg has done some decent work, but he is not in Clooney's league yet. Clooney has matured from a pretty boy into a thoughtful filmmaker. Wahlberg needs to sit through The Happening again before he starts critiquing others. posted 06/17/2008 at 14:45:48

McCain's Secret, Questionable Record

The trashing of John Kerry and Max Cleland by the GOP remains unforgivable. McCain must be subjected to extreme scrutiny regarding his war record. If McCain is going to run on his history,
then he needs to account for every assertion he makes. posted 06/17/2008 at 17:46:11

Heather Mills Buys $5 Million New York Home

Thanks for sharing your gut feeling that McCartney might be human afterall. So what if he swears, drinks too much, smokes occasionally, says abusive things and prefers that info not to be splashed across the papers? That doesn't exactly make him Charles Manson. And what in your mind qualifies as needy? That he wanted companionship? That maybe he got a bit on the side?
That he's dating a younger woman? Who cares? If you're a bleeding heart for Mills, she had a choice. She could have kept her mouth shut and neither she nor Paul would have been embarrassed. But she didn't because the lure of celebrity trumped discretion. posted 06/16/2008 at 19:05:30

U.S. Cities Promote Bicycling As Gas Prices Soar

Can't wait to commute to work on my bike in ice & snow at 20 below. posted 06/13/2008 at 01:25:18

David Letterman: 'Dick Cheney Couldn't Care Less About Americans'

The MSM is only now beginning to get a little tougher on the administration because this party is almost over. To ask the tough questions earlier would have meant not getting invites to the sleepovers. posted 06/13/2008 at 13:02:21

Shyamalan: "Happening" Is A "B" Movie

B film; A admission price. posted 06/16/2008 at 18:41:20

Meghan McCain To Write Children's Book

Always amazed at how gifted and talented these children of presidents and presidential candidates are. posted 06/11/2008 at 19:02:10

Bush Tells UK Paper He Regrets His Image As A War Monger

I don't doubt the emotional toll this war has taken on him; however, credible leaders think through the ramifications of their words and actions, and the end game, before commiting their countries to war. The international ill-will he has fostered will take a long time to mitigate. I continue to feel embarassed for out nation whenever he stands in front of a microphone. posted 06/10/2008 at 19:24:49

Republicans Block Extra Taxes On Oil Companies

Oil companies are now untouchable. If taxed, they'll cut production and force prices higher. If demand increases, they'll raise prices. If demand decreases, they'll cut production and supplies and still force prices higher. If they drill ANWR, production will be years away, and the increased costs of drilling and delivery will push prices higher. They are completely immune--a perfect storm of greed. posted 06/10/2008 at 13:38:38

Major Airlines' Weekend Fare Increases Rolled Back

Carriers are prohibited from collectively agreeing to raise or lower fares, but nothing stops them from following a rival's lead.

In other words, they collectively agree. posted 06/09/2008 at 19:43:49

$4 A Gallon: National Gas Price Average Reaches Record

Pretty much the message in this nation is "If you weren't born rich or you weren't smart enough or clever enough to get rich, too damn bad." It really makes no difference to me where the blame lies, I am most concerned with the moral dimensions of the problem. We have reached a point where lust for power and greed are essentially pornographic. posted 06/09/2008 at 16:49:29

Rep. Rohrabacher On Using Women's Panties For Torture

Yet another ass who makes our nation look silly and petty. posted 06/05/2008 at 20:30:59

Jon Stewart Mocks "Hillary Is Inevitable" Punditry

Not as highbrow as Swift, but satire nonetheless. And no, not only the under thirties are watching this show. Those of us who watch the show are well-informed and appreciate Stewart and Colbert for doing what other pundits should be doing--exposing both sides. posted 06/05/2008 at 13:11:03

This is something the regular news outlets should do themselves from time to time.
"That was then, this is now." If a comedy show is that good at mining video archives, surely the news outlets themselves could do this. In fact right after the McClellan book came out, instead of patting themselves on the back for their coverage of the lead up to the war, perhaps they could have gone back and shown what spineless organizations they really are. posted 06/05/2008 at 13:04:01

McCain's Day Marked By False Statements And Gaffes

When your only requirement for president is "he seems like a guy I could drink a beer with," you get what you deserve. Two-fisted, straight talking, hard drinking, kick ass may impress a lot of Americans, but it doesn't serve our nation well on the world stage. Although a boomer myself, I am ready for a new generation to take over. Boomers bring too much post WWII and cold war baggage to the table. Today's and tomorrow's challenges require new approaches that old school politicians are unable to deal with. It's time to move on. posted 06/05/2008 at 12:55:22

Ed McMahon Fighting Foreclosure On Beverly Hills Mansion

A million dollars doesn't go as far as it used to, but my guess is the majority of average income Americans could pay off their homes and bills with a million dollars and still have quite a bit left to put into savings. So when you hear someone like Ed McMahon has apparently blown through $7 million dollars instead of buying a more managable home outright, makes you wonder what he was thinking. posted 06/04/2008 at 22:03:26

Jay Leno Apologizes For Gay Remarks

All comedians and talk show hosts who have been on a long time become predictable, cranky, and perform in a comfort zone. Even Carson whose name is still spoken in hushed tones was no different.
All make ill-considered comments at times. posted 04/02/2008 at 10:47:50

McCain Releases First General Election Ad: "624787"

Are you being Ironic???

Far too many Americans piss away their best interests for such demagoguery. posted 03/29/2008 at 19:56:21

As long as American's can be reminded that the only thing we have to fear is fear-mongering itself,
McCain should sail to an easy victory. I know how the continuous threat of war and destruction floats my boat. Each time I spend $75 at the gas pump, I am comforted by the fact that McCain will keep my neighborhood free from terrorists. As my savings dwindle and my costs spiral, I sleep soundly knowing John will be sleeping with the red phone under his pillow. I may be impoverished, but at least
I will be safe. posted 03/29/2008 at 12:20:43

Time Magazine Asks: Can Fox News Survive After The Bush Era Ends?

Fox is a symptom not a cause. We have willing allowed gas bags like Rush Limbaugh and the self-annointed "best news network" et al to define our agendas, determine our priorities, and shape our opinions. With Bush gone they'll thrive. Instead of taking a breather to pat that clown on the back, they'll be able to drub democrats 24/7. posted 03/28/2008 at 19:32:07

Jack Nicholson Has Whale Of A Time In St. Barts

Rip him to shreds for getting old and fat; if he slims down and has plastic surgery, rip him to shreds for that as well. posted 03/29/2008 at 11:41:16

Neil Aspinall, The Beatle We Hardly Knew

Manager Brian Epstein is the well-known marketing genius--

Initially, perhaps, but Epstein's lack of business savvy cost the group untold millions. As for Aspinall, he was loyal to the end; but he was not a Beatle, indespensable or not. I continue to be amused by claims of fifth and sixth Beatles. I don't doubt the importance and contributions of many people behind the scenes, but the fab four was and only will ever be John, Paul, George, and Ringo. posted 03/29/2008 at 12:05:59

Chelsea Clinton Has Quick Response For Lewinsky Question

When a dumbass asks an asinine question he needs to be put in his place. Let's attempt to return dignity to our public discourse. posted 03/27/2008 at 00:02:20

McCain Pushed For War In Iraq For 10 Years

Even the casual observer knows this war is not winnable. All the flag waving and appeals to patriotism will not change the fundamental problem of this war. It is a war of ideology, not forces. Time table or not, there will be no waving of the white flags, no articles of surrender, none of what traditionally signifies defeat for one and victory for the other. Perhaps the Iraqis will cobble together something vaguely resembling a democracy and we can then agree they've done enough for most of our troops to come home. With the proper spin we'll be able to put a plus in the victory column. But many of us will continue to be uneasy about our reasons for going to war in the first place and what ultimately was achieved. Even with a democratic Iraqi government in place, it is unlikely America will be safer from terrorists. McCain's comments suggest he will bring the heart of a warrior to the White House, but not the acumen required in a post-Vietnam, post-Cold War world. posted 03/23/2008 at 18:47:43

Exxon Skimps On Oil Production To Boost Profits

Then: "Are you better off now than you were four years ago?"

Now: "Will you be better off four years from now than you are today?"

posted 03/22/2008 at 18:34:40