Archive for July 28th, 2007
Proud to have been his understudy
Saturday, July 28th, 2007Speaking of stories, Transformers lived up to the hype — although a discussion about “happy time” masturbation was completely unnecessary and tasteless, especially considering the hype directed at children underage for its PG-13 rating. That said, I was delighted to see my junior high school friend Rick Gomez in yet another blockbuster. Truthfully he was [...]
When people meet you, do they want a sequel?
Saturday, July 28th, 2007In a summer of sequels, I’ve been overcome once again by the power of story. The people who shape values and influence culture are the ones who tell stories best. Painters, songwriters, filmakers, and athletes who evoke emotion, capture our imagination, and inspire us beyond ourselves win awards and impact generations. Politicians and statesmen, teachers [...]