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Lars Von Trier: What a Joker!
When I read that Danish filmmaker Lars Von Trier is too depressed to work, I did a sort of mental double-take. Weren’t his movies all really, really depressing? How much more depressed could he be? And if he wasn’t depressed … Continue reading
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Zoo: Men Who Love Horses Too much
A new documentary called “Zoo” sounds too preposterous to be for real, but it’s not a joke. The work of someone named Robertson Devor, its subject is bestiality (whose practitioners call themselves zoophiles.) Based on several reviews, the film sounds … Continue reading
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A Guide to New Movies!
As a public service, I will be reviewing movies that haven’t come out yet. I haven’t seen them, but that’s not important. I have seen them in my mind’s eye, and that’s enough. Reign Over Me is a shameless … Continue reading
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Patti Smith, My Higher Power
Patti Smith was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as if she didn’t already hold a place among the gods. She seemed so happy to accept the award, so I’m happy, too. She is my lifelong idol, … Continue reading
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Black Sun
Years ago I read a newspaper article about an artist who was blinded when a complete stranger threw acid in his face. I’ll never forget that the author of the article noted that “[the artist], who is still bitter….” Whoa! … Continue reading
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Netflix Imbroglio
The following email exchange between Netflix and my nephew Duncan makes me glad to be alive! Problem With Your Recent Return Dear Duncan, We received an empty white sleeve in your recent return. If you haven’t already sent back the DVD you … Continue reading
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Word of the Day
ludic [loo-dik] adjective playful in an aimless way. “the ludic behavior of kittens.” It’s an icky word and I don’t like it, but I came across it in a description of an artist, Andreas Slominski, who is known for building … Continue reading
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Exciting New Weight-Loss Product!
I came across this ad in a magazine and I was sold by this promise: “Join forces with a complimentary toning lotion for a body that Micheal Angelo could’ve sculpted himself.” It doesn’t get much better, does it?
Difficult Art, Brutalism and Probably Sushi
The Los Angeles Times has a weekly section called Home, where you can sometimes find a gem of a story, like the one they published yesterday. It featured the ugly four-story ‘home’ of a male couple who collect what they … Continue reading
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Design Your Own Boardgame, Sinners!
Have you ever thought you had a great idea for a boardgame? Here’s your chance to get it made. This company will make a prototype for you, but you’ll have to fill out their form to get a price … Continue reading
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