June 2007 Journal Archive
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Riley 2005-2007
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June 2007
06-29-07
iPhone debut
The iPhone goes on sale today, in case you haven't heard.
06-27-07
Potential sale of Wall Street Journal
This morning , I was disturbed to hear of the potential sale of the Wall Street Journal to News Corp. media mogul Rupert Murdoch. Wonder how the headlines will change....
06-24-07
Film review
From the opening shot, this film is a fresh voice. Morgan Freeman plays a movie star and Paz Vega acts as a grocery store clerk in this hybrid film. Director Brad Silberling characterizes this film as difficult to categorize with a theme of people connecting. The reflexivity of Morgan Freeman's character is clever. The story behind the film is almost as interesting as the film itself. 10 ITEMS OR LESS is a low budget independent feature shot in 15 days by a big budget crew. A fascinating documentary, shot during the making of the film, is included in the bonus features.
06-22-07
Peace frog
Signs seen in Kansas City this week.
Bob Marley bumper sticker.
Peace frog car tag.
"Keep moving" street sign.
06-21-07
Happy Solstice
Summer garden.
Cat in shop window.
06-14-07
$200 wireless computers in Laos and Flag Day
$200 wireless computers are being made in India and used in Laos and the Navajo Nation.
(Thanks to R. Sokol)
06-12-07
African cinema pioneer dies
Ousmane Sembene, father of African cinema, died last weekend in Senegal.
06-10-07
NonfictionOn NPR last week, Robert Frank, author of Richistan was featured. He chose to interview the new American wealthy, approaching them as if they were a foreign country. Fascinating insights into the culture and the effects of the accompanying societal changes in the luxury market and effects on old wealth.
Boston film critic, Ty Burr, has written a book entitled The Best Old Movies for Families: A Guide to Watching Together. Included in the recommendations are classics from the '30s and '40s.
06-09-07
Film Review
HOT FUZZ, an English takeoff on LETHAL WEAPON, is humorous with over-the-top violence. Clearly a spoof from the beginning, with sick jokes and an edge. Great stuff. Standard disclaimer applies. Nothing like the combination to clear the mind.
06-07-07
electronic respite
Haven't had a land line or internet at the trailer for awhile. An unexpected side effect has been no distractions and silence. Other than that it's been a pain.
06-05-07
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