Looks like Dr. D's got a lot of work to do this ski season. Check this video:
Friday, January 16, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Black Dynamite
Black Dynamite Trailer from Bari the Beautiful on Vimeo.
Best film of 2009...I'm calling it right now...
"...you gonna wake up the rest of the bit@hes..."
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
APT Flick of The Week
It is not Slumdog Millionaire, nor is it Ben Button. It is mos def not Marley and Me, nor is it Jim Carrey's Yes Man.
Let us talk about DOUBT.
An apt title for a film released in these most challenging times. Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, militarized pirates surfing the high seas, the economic crisis, failing schools, the Celtics recent losing streak, and an escalating conflict in Gaza all have the world shook.
So what does a flick about a standoff between a Priest and a Nun set in 1964 have to do with all that? Nothing and everything.
This joint unfolds with a slow and strong patience, as accusations lead to answers that lead to more questions. Moral ambiguity abounds. The fireworks fly minus the CGI. Philip Seymour Hoffman, Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, and Viola Davis bring it in droves!
Peep the trailer.
Consider making some time for this one. It will not disappoint.
Let us talk about DOUBT.
An apt title for a film released in these most challenging times. Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, militarized pirates surfing the high seas, the economic crisis, failing schools, the Celtics recent losing streak, and an escalating conflict in Gaza all have the world shook.
So what does a flick about a standoff between a Priest and a Nun set in 1964 have to do with all that? Nothing and everything.
This joint unfolds with a slow and strong patience, as accusations lead to answers that lead to more questions. Moral ambiguity abounds. The fireworks fly minus the CGI. Philip Seymour Hoffman, Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, and Viola Davis bring it in droves!
Peep the trailer.
Consider making some time for this one. It will not disappoint.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Genius can be found anywhere....
This was found on an amazon.com customer book review. I swear it. check the link if you have doubts. I only wish I had written something as genius as this:
Customer Review
3,776 of 3,821 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Secret saved my life!, December 4, 2007
By Ari Brouillette
Please allow me to share with you how "The Secret" changed my life and in a very real and substantive way allowed me to overcome a severe crisis in my personal life. It is well known that the premise of "The Secret" is the science of attracting the things in life that you desire and need and in removing from your life those things that you don't want. Before finding this book, I knew nothing of these principles, the process of positive visualization, and had actually engaged in reckless behaviors to the point of endangering my own life and wellbeing.
At age 36, I found myself in a medium security prison serving 3-5 years for destruction of government property and public intoxication. This was stiff punishment for drunkenly defecating in a mailbox but as the judge pointed out, this was my third conviction for the exact same crime. I obviously had an alcohol problem and a deep and intense disrespect for the postal system, but even more importantly I was ignoring the very fabric of our metaphysical reality and inviting destructive influences into my life.
My fourth day in prison was the first day that I was allowed in general population and while in the recreation yard I was approached by a prisoner named Marcus who calmly informed me that as a new prisoner I had been purchased by him for three packs of Winston cigarettes and 8 ounces of Pruno (prison wine). Marcus elaborated further that I could expect to be raped by him on a daily basis and that I had pretty eyes.
Needless to say, I was deeply shocked that my life had sunk to this level. Although I've never been homophobic I was discovering that I was very rape phobic and dismayed by my overall personal street value of roughly $15. I returned to my cell and sat very quietly, searching myself for answers on how I could improve my life and distance myself from harmful outside influences. At that point, in what I consider to be a miraculous moment, my cell mate Jim Norton informed me that he knew about the Marcus situation and that he had something that could solve my problems. He handed me a copy of "The Secret". Normally I wouldn't have turned to a self help book to resolve such a severe and immediate threat but I literally didn't have any other available alternatives. I immediately opened the book and began to read.
The first few chapters deal with the essence of something called the "Law of Attraction" in which a primal universal force is available to us and can be harnessed for the betterment of our lives. The theoretical nature of the first few chapters wasn't exactly putting me at peace. In fact, I had never meditated and had great difficulty with closing out the chaotic noises of the prison and visualizing the positive changes that I so dearly needed. It was when I reached Chapter 6 "The Secret to Relationships" that I realized how this book could help me distance myself from Marcus and his negative intentions. Starting with chapter six there was a cavity carved into the book and in that cavity was a prison shiv. This particular shiv was a toothbrush with a handle that had been repeatedly melted and ground into a razor sharp point.
The next day in the exercise yard I carried "The Secret" with me and when Marcus approached me I opened the book and stabbed him in the neck. The next eight weeks in solitary confinement provided ample time to practice positive visualization and the 16 hours per day of absolute darkness made visualization about the only thing that I actually could do. I'm not sure that everybody's life will be changed in such a dramatic way by this book but I'm very thankful to have found it and will continue to recommend it heartily.
(thanks to Scaramuche for the tip)
Enjoy!
Customer Review
3,776 of 3,821 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Secret saved my life!, December 4, 2007
By Ari Brouillette
Please allow me to share with you how "The Secret" changed my life and in a very real and substantive way allowed me to overcome a severe crisis in my personal life. It is well known that the premise of "The Secret" is the science of attracting the things in life that you desire and need and in removing from your life those things that you don't want. Before finding this book, I knew nothing of these principles, the process of positive visualization, and had actually engaged in reckless behaviors to the point of endangering my own life and wellbeing.
At age 36, I found myself in a medium security prison serving 3-5 years for destruction of government property and public intoxication. This was stiff punishment for drunkenly defecating in a mailbox but as the judge pointed out, this was my third conviction for the exact same crime. I obviously had an alcohol problem and a deep and intense disrespect for the postal system, but even more importantly I was ignoring the very fabric of our metaphysical reality and inviting destructive influences into my life.
My fourth day in prison was the first day that I was allowed in general population and while in the recreation yard I was approached by a prisoner named Marcus who calmly informed me that as a new prisoner I had been purchased by him for three packs of Winston cigarettes and 8 ounces of Pruno (prison wine). Marcus elaborated further that I could expect to be raped by him on a daily basis and that I had pretty eyes.
Needless to say, I was deeply shocked that my life had sunk to this level. Although I've never been homophobic I was discovering that I was very rape phobic and dismayed by my overall personal street value of roughly $15. I returned to my cell and sat very quietly, searching myself for answers on how I could improve my life and distance myself from harmful outside influences. At that point, in what I consider to be a miraculous moment, my cell mate Jim Norton informed me that he knew about the Marcus situation and that he had something that could solve my problems. He handed me a copy of "The Secret". Normally I wouldn't have turned to a self help book to resolve such a severe and immediate threat but I literally didn't have any other available alternatives. I immediately opened the book and began to read.
The first few chapters deal with the essence of something called the "Law of Attraction" in which a primal universal force is available to us and can be harnessed for the betterment of our lives. The theoretical nature of the first few chapters wasn't exactly putting me at peace. In fact, I had never meditated and had great difficulty with closing out the chaotic noises of the prison and visualizing the positive changes that I so dearly needed. It was when I reached Chapter 6 "The Secret to Relationships" that I realized how this book could help me distance myself from Marcus and his negative intentions. Starting with chapter six there was a cavity carved into the book and in that cavity was a prison shiv. This particular shiv was a toothbrush with a handle that had been repeatedly melted and ground into a razor sharp point.
The next day in the exercise yard I carried "The Secret" with me and when Marcus approached me I opened the book and stabbed him in the neck. The next eight weeks in solitary confinement provided ample time to practice positive visualization and the 16 hours per day of absolute darkness made visualization about the only thing that I actually could do. I'm not sure that everybody's life will be changed in such a dramatic way by this book but I'm very thankful to have found it and will continue to recommend it heartily.
(thanks to Scaramuche for the tip)
Enjoy!
Monday, January 12, 2009
Tokion Soundclass...and the Boogie Back
Courtesy of APT member CDR, a excellent doc presented by the crew over at PitchforkTV. It's only up for a week, so get hit before it hits you...
In other news...
If you are in the P-Town area this Sat., don't forget to swing into The White Heart to hear the 75% of the Group Hug Crew blow the roof off the dump...show up and get a kiss and a photo with The Duke, R Tex and King Roomie Rock...
If you come early enough, you may even get to hear Roomie drop this scorcher:
I know, I know...no more proof needed...Chi-town stand UP.
SMB
You know you all have a special place in your heart for this track. This dude does the main theme blindfolded, then breaks off the chains for all the other levels. He doesn't miss a beat. Enjoy!
For other incredible adaptations of this classic gamer anthem, also check out New York-based jazz/funk jam band Ulu and their version. Not to be confused with the all-purpose knife used by traditional Inuit women in the north.
For other incredible adaptations of this classic gamer anthem, also check out New York-based jazz/funk jam band Ulu and their version. Not to be confused with the all-purpose knife used by traditional Inuit women in the north.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Futon World, a magical place that becomes uncomfortable over time...
Okay, I have problems, I got made fun of and I posted the wrong clip. The one I posted is funny but it is 6 parts and you have to watch them all. I meant to post this one. Give him another chance. I swear this will make you laugh....
More on this fan site: http://www.demetri-martin.com/videos.html
official site: http://www.demetrimartin.com/
Enjoy!
More on this fan site: http://www.demetri-martin.com/videos.html
official site: http://www.demetrimartin.com/
Enjoy!
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