Out of the Blue [Sep 29, 2023, 10:58 am ET] – Share – Viewing Comments
Happy National Coffee Day! I think I'll drink a cup or two to celebrate. Okay,
now that I'm properly caffeinated, I'll rant a bit about a discovery that I've
made while updating some hardware. To my surprise I've learned you cannot
completely shut down an Xbox One console. Despite Microsoft making a
big deal about pushing to shut down newer Xboxes rather than putting them to
sleep to save power, when you do a full shutdown on an Xbox One, it continues to
supply power via USB. There is no setting to turn this off, and in a thoroughly
modern aggravation, there isn't even a physical power switch to override the
madness. I know these are older consoles, but there are tens of millions of them
out in the wild, and Microsoft should be ashamed of not providing any way to
stop them from drawing phantom power other than physically unplugging them.
Obituary: Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a trailblazer in U.S. politics and the longest-serving woman in the Senate, dies at 90.
Obituary: Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a trailblazer in U.S. politics and the longest-serving woman in the Senate, dies at 90.
Powerful Round-up
Thanks Ant and Neutronbeam.Breakfast Link
Stories
Thanks Matthew.
- Sea glass, a treasure formed from trash, is on the decline as single-use plastic takes over.
- Philadelphia Phillies deny emotional support alligator from entering ballpark.
- Over 2,000 Oregonians needed to judge the state’s best weed.
Science
- Your microbes live on after you die − a microbiologist explains how your necrobiome recycles your body to nourish new life. Thanks Acleacius.
- We May Have Just Found Evidence of a Cosmic String: a 'Crease' in The Universe. Texture misalignment. Thanks Max.
Media
- 13 Minutes Commentating Wife Carrying 2023 - Ozzy Man Reviews (NSFW).
- Cowboy_prank in Brisbane city. Awesome reactions. Thanks VideoSift.
- (126) Why Jaws and Barbie were such blockbusters.
Creature Features
- But also I do want to oversaturate the market with baby emus so…. Thanks RedEye9.
- Magpie swooping: Inside the Australian bird's annual reign of terror. Thanks brother19.
Auction
Follow-ups
Cabin in the Wood
added to the watchlist
Thanks guys
added to the watchlist
Thanks guys
"I expect death to be nothingness and by removing from me all possible fears of death, I am thankful to atheism." Isaac Asimov
The Flying Penguin wrote on Sep 30, 2023, 11:33:Cabin in the Woods is both a deconstruction of the horror genre, while still being an entry into it. It's very good and quite clever. It helps if you've seen a dozen or so of the top horror movies so you can appreciate what they're going for.
Yeah, I was still subscribed to Netflix when I got the notice it was cancelled. Before streaming it was the bomb.
Not a horror fan, but I do like some horror. I've never seen Cabin in the Woods, and had no idea what it was even about, but a podcast I follow, Filmsack, is 'sacking' it this week. I've discovered a lot of movie's I'd normally never watch by watching it for Filmsack. I was going to pass, but once I read up on the movie, I was intrigued. Not your usual horror movie. Will likely watch it tonight.
If Russia stops fighting, the war ends. If Ukraine stops fighting, Ukraine ends. Slava Ukraini!
Yeah, I was still subscribed to Netflix when I got the notice it was cancelled. Before streaming it was the bomb.
Not a horror fan, but I do like some horror. I've never seen Cabin in the Woods, and had no idea what it was even about, but a podcast I follow, Filmsack, is 'sacking' it this week. I've discovered a lot of movie's I'd normally never watch by watching it for Filmsack. I was going to pass, but once I read up on the movie, I was intrigued. Not your usual horror movie. Will likely watch it tonight.
Not a horror fan, but I do like some horror. I've never seen Cabin in the Woods, and had no idea what it was even about, but a podcast I follow, Filmsack, is 'sacking' it this week. I've discovered a lot of movie's I'd normally never watch by watching it for Filmsack. I was going to pass, but once I read up on the movie, I was intrigued. Not your usual horror movie. Will likely watch it tonight.
"Turns out I’m 'woke.' All along, I thought I was just compassionate, kind, and good at history. "
Prez wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 20:01:
Xerox machine was a big one as I remember, and as a maintenance worker I remember being surprised when I found out that 'Channel Locks' were not the generic name of the tool. It's actually 'slip joint pliers'.
Or that Vice Grips are actually 'locking pliers'.
Prez wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 20:10:Horror has been undergoing a bit of a renaissance the past decade or so, with some amazing creativity. This is probably due to the lower risk that comes with lower budgets. Some of my favorites:WannaLogAlready wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:28:
Prez,
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
Horror is my favorite genre. I can't wait to be able to watch Evil Dead Rise. The trailer was very creepy.
- It Follows
- Cabin in the Woods
- Babadook
- Under the Skin
- The VVitch
- Let the Right One In (and it's remake Let Me In)
If Russia stops fighting, the war ends. If Ukraine stops fighting, Ukraine ends. Slava Ukraini!
Prez wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 22:05:Mr. Tact wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 21:17:
Is it possible to be overcaffeinated? Rhetorical. Although, only barely so for me -- I drink a lot of caffeine every day...
I once consumed 3 Monster energy drinks before lunch at work because I didn't sleep the night before. I was definitely overcaffeinated. I thought my heart was going to explode.you should check out the new castlevania series on netflix. phenomenal. none of the awkward writing that really bugged me about the first series.
I'm finishing up 'Edgerunners', then that will be my next one. Thanks!
oof. edgerunners. what an emotional rollercoaster. the perfect cyberpunk story imo - young idealists fighting for love against a corrupt system. i hope they make a sequel.
Yup, this is true. Xbox One's suck up power when they're plugged in. Also the regular previous older generation Xbox One models have a silly loud fan in the power supply that doesn't stop making noise unless you unplug it
Mr. Tact wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 21:17:
Is it possible to be overcaffeinated? Rhetorical. Although, only barely so for me -- I drink a lot of caffeine every day...
I once consumed 3 Monster energy drinks before lunch at work because I didn't sleep the night before. I was definitely overcaffeinated. I thought my heart was going to explode.
you should check out the new castlevania series on netflix. phenomenal. none of the awkward writing that really bugged me about the first series.
I'm finishing up 'Edgerunners', then that will be my next one. Thanks!
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Mahatma Gandhi
Prez wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 20:10:WannaLogAlready wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:28:
Prez,
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
Horror is my favorite genre. I can't wait to be able to watch Evil Dead Rise. The trailer was very creepy.
you should check out the new castlevania series on netflix. phenomenal. none of the awkward writing that really bugged me about the first series.
Is it possible to be overcaffeinated? Rhetorical. Although, only barely so for me -- I drink a lot of caffeine every day...
“Extinction is the rule. Survival is the exception.” -- Carl Sagan
RedEye9 wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:44:Only like those movies where the horror is suggested (The Ring, Lights out, Let Me In -the swedish work of art, not the USA wallmart version-, etc).
... ...
I hate horror movies with a passion, but I feel like I have to watch it after seeing how they cook eggs.
quick scrambled breakfast trailer https://youtu.be/B9rKceHgKXU?si=LEC9SzLd8StVq_Ek
redband trailer https://youtu.be/BqQNO7BzN08?si=II3QTow-Zbz7CNTn
Dislike blood and amputations galore, I read the news for that.
If possible give me intelligent consistent stories not ridiculously flawed ones (Us, Signs).
As for Evil Dead Rise's eggs, some peppered cheese and garlic and I'm eating that dish
WannaLogAlready wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:28:
Prez,
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
Horror is my favorite genre. I can't wait to be able to watch Evil Dead Rise. The trailer was very creepy.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Mahatma Gandhi
Steele Johnson wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 17:09:jdreyer wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 16:37:Steele Johnson wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 13:53:Kleenex!
My favorite beverage! ☕ However, I limit it to one thermos per day. Wait, has Thermos been genericized? Just had to look it up. Yes, it has been genericized. I've also found a few that are kind of surprising: Bubble Wrap, Hula hoop, Jacuzzi, Rollerblade, Speedo, Taser, and Velcro 😉
Frisbee, Allen Wrench, Band-Aid, Popsicle, Zamboni
Xerox machine was a big one as I remember, and as a maintenance worker I remember being surprised when I found out that 'Channel Locks' were not the generic name of the tool. It's actually 'slip joint pliers'.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Mahatma Gandhi
WannaLogAlready wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:28:I hate horror movies with a passion, but I feel like I have to watch it after seeing how they cook eggs.
Prez,
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
quick scrambled breakfast trailer https://youtu.be/B9rKceHgKXU?si=LEC9SzLd8StVq_Ek
redband trailer https://youtu.be/BqQNO7BzN08?si=II3QTow-Zbz7CNTn
"I expect death to be nothingness and by removing from me all possible fears of death, I am thankful to atheism." Isaac Asimov
WannaLogAlready wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 19:27:You need a few more sips of that coffee and then you'll be as right as rain.Too old for posting (me).
"...and now with sports. The Cointen Spinky Whompers flumped the Floing Boing Welfencloppers, 70-fluff to 40-flabe. At the tone, the time will be 26 railroad."
Prez,
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
Talking of movie hooks:
Was riveted seeing Evil Dead Rise, but cowardly noped out 2 thirds on and erased the movie.
So good, so real, but don't want more of those vivid memories, thank you
Rinsed that with Killer Joe’ (William Friedkin, 2011) with Matthew McConaughey in a memorable interpretation, deservedly a Saturn Award for Best Actor.
Too old for posting (me).
Steele Johnson wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 17:09:Zombocom! You can do anything there...jdreyer wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 16:37:Steele Johnson wrote on Sep 29, 2023, 13:53:Kleenex!
My favorite beverage! ☕ However, I limit it to one thermos per day. Wait, has Thermos been genericized? Just had to look it up. Yes, it has been genericized. I've also found a few that are kind of surprising: Bubble Wrap, Hula hoop, Jacuzzi, Rollerblade, Speedo, Taser, and Velcro 😉
Frisbee, Allen Wrench, Band-Aid, Popsicle, Zamboni
"...and now with sports. The Cointen Spinky Whompers flumped the Floing Boing Welfencloppers, 70-fluff to 40-flabe. At the tone, the time will be 26 railroad."
Probably not a good idea to build a concrete jungle on an island.
"...and now with sports. The Cointen Spinky Whompers flumped the Floing Boing Welfencloppers, 70-fluff to 40-flabe. At the tone, the time will be 26 railroad."
Why Jaws and Barbie were such blockbusters.
As a hobbyist movie connoisseur (self-appointed) this title got me. It was a reasonable take. JAWS is one of my personaI cinematic masterpieces of all time. I haven't seen Barbie, but the charm of it is obvious in the trailers and promos. I would say that marketing is essential, but that alone will not cut it if the movie sucks. On top of a good marketing strategy, a movie has to have a hook. Jaws definitely did, and seeing how much of a phenomenon Barbie was, it obviously had one too.
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Mahatma Gandhi
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