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Tom Clancy, author of multiple bestselling espionage and military thrillers has passed away. He died near his home in Baltimore, Maryland. Clancy was 66 years-old at the time. Clancy redefined his genre and elevated it to the next level. His death comes on the heels of the passing of Elmore Leonard (six weeks ago). Like his contemporaries Leonard, Michael Crichton and John […]

In this day and age, it’s easy to get caught up in the culture of hype. As a person who is reviewing a work or giving a recommendation of some type of material, there is always the risk of overselling. People stop heeding what you have to say after a while if you make a habit of reveling in hyperbole. The best […]

I Razor is the first feature-length film produced by Circus Devils.  Some readers may be familiar with Circus Devils as the psychedelic rock band of which Robert Pollard (lead singer of Guided By Voices) is a well-known member.  Pollard formed the band with musicians Todd and Tim Tobias in 2001.  The band has released nine critically-favored albums since then.  However, in recent […]

  So on this day of reflection I say again, thank you for going on this journey with me. I’ll see you at the movies. -Roger Ebert, April 2, 2013 Forty-six years ago on April 3, 1967, Roger Ebert became the film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times. The journalist, famed film critic and screenwriter, died on Thursday in Chicago at the age […]

TPB AFK: The Pirate Bay Away From Keyboard Directed by Simon Klose Synopsis It’s the day before the trial starts. Fredrik packs a computer into a rusty old Volvo. Along with his Pirate Bay co-founders, he faces $13 million in damage claims to Hollywood in a copyright infringement case. Fredrik is on his way to install a new computer in the secret […]

Some sad and shocking news, director and producer Tony Scott took his own life on Sunday afternoon. It was reported that he drove his black Toyota Prius to the Vincent Thomas Bridge in the San Pedro port district of Los Angeles, parked on the left side of the bridge and then jumped off without hesitation; ending his life at the age of 68. A suicide note was allegedly […]

It’s Hunter S. Thompson‘s birthday today, he would have been 75 years old. It just occurred to me he offed himself at a pretty early age, 67. At least he went out the way he wanted to; I can respect him for that. So here’s a host of images related to the man, hero, author, journalist, creator of Gonzo journalism, counter culture […]

I was going to save this for this week’s PCR but it can stand on its own. UK production company You Know and Arthur Baker bring you, Planet Rock and Other Tales of the 808, a documentary on how the Roland TR-808 changed the musical world starting from its most seminal record Planet Rock. This hip hop, dance and electronic music documentary is coming in […]

Last week, we watched as Adam Carolla got raked over the coals for implying, “that dudes are funnier than chicks.” Somehow the blogosphere translated that glib statement into a blanket proclamation of, “women AREN’T funny.” Almost every humorous voice had something to say on Twitter; and because it was a slow news day in the 24 hour news cycle, it devolved into a […]

88:88 – Val has lost control of her life. Those around her deny the reality of the extraordinary experiences she feels powerless against. Realizing she must stand alone, she has only one remaining option – to find a way to fight back. Starring Rachael Kahne and featuring voice work from Ramon De Ocampo and Erin Tawlks, 88:88 is an intriguing new short by director Joey Ciccoline. Set aside […]

Blackjack! It’s Pop Culture Roundup 21, Frens. We featured an onslaught of Django Unchained images previous PCR installation; the film’s trailer is now live. View it in its entirety at the header above. I’ll be attending and viewing Prometheus in IMAX 3D at midnight. This is happening; review to follow but in the meantime…a Prometheus clip from the Microsoft Press Conference E3 2012. Also, there’s a […]

New York-based film production company Variable produced this bewitching short capturing India’s Holi Festival. Filmed in ultra-high speed and crystal definition, the festive explosion of color is displayed in syrupy slow-motion. -@teemunny (Hat tip to Kris C. for the pick) The world is fascinating. People and cultures inspire us. Sadly, the fast paced lifestyles of our generation result in many not taking […]

Number 14 coming at you… JIRO DREAMS OF SUSHI (trailer above at header) is the story of 85 year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef. He is the proprietor of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant inauspiciously located in a Tokyo subway station. Despite its humble appearances, it is the first restaurant of its kind to […]

Showtime‘s hilariously schlocky, Los Angeles sex-filled romp, known as Californication, just ended their fifth season the other night. It’s a ludicrous show; complete junk food. This season they introduced a character named Apocalypse Samurai, a Hollywood caricature of a rapper-turned-actor portrayed by Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA. RZA will be 43 years old this July. Seeing the rapper/producer/actor/film composer/director reminded me of the indelible […]

Last week we featured 123 Films, the numeric countdown of some well-known films. Here’s an alphabetical version, ABC monsters by France’s La Pompadour. It’s ‘A through Z’ of the all of the monsters and villains from your favorite movies. Try and name them all. -@teemunny

so·lip·sism noun [sol-ip-siz-uhm] : a theory holding that the self can know nothing but its own modifications and that the self is the only existent thing;also : extreme egocentrism (also see Wiki) The winner at SLAMDANCE 2012 of the Special Jury Prize for Experimental Short directed by Andrew Thomas Huang. Compelling and rich. Seriously, wow, just artful, imaginative film-making. -@teemunny

Here’s a slick animation by Atlanta motion designer, Evan Seitz.

It’s a post-Wondercon, post-St.Patty’s Pop Culture Roundup! So, how’s that hangover treating you? Did you get your fill of green beer? Did Erin Go Barf? How was it battling that parade of DUI checkpoints, weekend warriors, d-bags, rookie drinkers and novices that can’t hold their liquor? Seriously, St. Patrick’s Day is right behind NYE when it comes to one of the most […]

Full disclosure: I love anything that is related to Back to the Future II. This do-it-yourself is almost as cool as Mr. Fusion. These clever Russian lads have created a remote control DeLorean time machine using quadrotor technology. Check it out, McFly, it’s cute as a button and completely bitchin’. In addition, check out below, the self-made RC Back to the Future Delorean […]

It’s Pop Culture Roundup 07, Baybee… At the header, is a supercut composed of overhead shots of hands in the films of Wes Anderson by kogonada. The music is More to See by Jonathan Elias. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter is a 2012 American 3D supernatural horror film based on the 2010 mashup novel Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter. The film is directed by […]