Archive for March, 2010
It seems creator Kenichi Tanaka has taken down the video. I suspect it was partly due to all the negative and unwarranted feedback he received. Sad I could no longer share it with you guys I did a little digging and found a copy. Not sure how long it would remain online, I decided to screen grab it and post a copy on my server. Enjoy.
iPod version (26.5 MB)
A documentary examining the goings-on behind the porn film that grew to become an icon, Deep Throat. Considering it ignited a sexual and social revolution you would think the film would try harder to explore the cultural ramifications.
Like a good blow job this documentary lacks teeth and sadly in this case that’s a bad thing.
Fed up with the slew of pretentious food blogs? Try Downtown Gourmand, written by a personal friend of mine, her blog is a down and dirty account of eating and drinking in New York.
Nominated for Best Foriegn Film in 1999, Central Station lacks the gravitas associated with the film style (Italian Neorealism) it is inspired by. Only for a true cinephile.
The story of a gifted pianist, controlled by his father for the better part of his childhood and later in life haunted by his unrealistic expectations and yearning for acceptance / love.
Pushed to insanity by his fathers wish for him to master Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Concerto he suffers a mental break and is admitted to a mental institution. Years later he is released and once again discovers the joy of playing and the adoration of his peers, the audience and family.
My Impressions
An entertaining movie with some outstanding performances. Geoffrey Rush earned his Oscar for best lead actor.
My Job Made Easy
March 23, 2010 • Technology • Comments
Like all great vacations most of time is devoted to eating. We started the day with a delicious guilty pleasure at The Griddle Cafe.
The Golden Ticket
A serving of three massive pancakes filled with Banana, caramel, walnuts and streusel. Topped with real whipped cream, caramel and streusel.
Riddled with guilt we decide to try and flush our systems with a little healthy eating at M Cafe de Chaya. The picture may not look appetisizing but the trust me, the food was amazing.
Madras Tempeh Wrap
masala-baked tempeh, brown basmati rice, toasted almonds, raisins, frizzled onions & crisp vegetables with curried soy yogurt dressing in a whole wheat lavash.