Topic: VAGUELY SCOTTISH (Read 16519 times)

bk · « **Reply #60 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:11:51 AM »

I'm up - went to bed late, but still got a decent if not long enough night's sleep.

bk · « **Reply #61 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:12:04 AM »

At long last page three.

PennyO · « **Reply #62 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:12:09 AM »

Howdy, kidz. Just checkin' in to see what condition yer condition is in... congrats, Jose, on NO ENT symptoms. Laters, skaters.

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #63 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:13:05 AM »

DR elmore - The New York Times currently has some good articles/interviews with Tom Ford and Colin Firth about "A Single Man".

This opening paragraph is... well... something...

"On a recent Wednesday, Mr. Ford walked across a courtyard at the Beverly Hills Hotel to meet a guest for lunch. His stride was deliberate, arms slightly bent to frame his rigid torso. As he approached the table, he removed his tea-colored sunglasses. He smelled like vanilla bean. Slipping into his seat, Mr. Ford tipped his chin to his left shoulder — a conscious gesture to highlight his best side, he later volunteered. He purred hello."

Tom Ford: Design Director

He Wears a Revealing Sort of Restraint

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #64 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:15:27 AM »

Quote from: PennyO on December 03, 2009, 09:12:09 AM

Howdy, kidz. Just checkin' in to see what condition yer condition is in... congrats, Jose, on NO ENT symptoms. Laters, skaters.

Thanks, DR PennyO. Alas, I was sort of trying to "wish" the ENT symptoms away. I hope.

Jennifer · « **Reply #65 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:15:34 AM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on December 03, 2009, 09:04:46 AM

When does "The Princess and the Frog" open nationwide? It's already running here in NYC at The Ziegfeld. -Disney has also set up a whole "Disney Experience" at the Roseland Ballroom in conjunction with the Ziegfeld engagement.

I think it opens next weekend (dec 11th).

PennyO · « **Reply #66 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:16:11 AM »

On Monday night, I am one of the readers at Rogue Machine Theatre's extremely popular (we ALWAYS sell out the house!!!) Rant & Rave - an ongoing art project, where prose meets voice. Eight writer/performers, a topic and a time limit - this is Chapter 7: Tradition. I was in the first one, last spring - Chapter 1: Money. Four writers in the first half, and four after intermission. Maximum 1500 words/8-10 minutes, depending on the laughs, of course. I LOVE this thing - we do one every month, usually the first Monday. Heck of a good time!!!

MBarnum · « **Reply #67 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:17:21 AM »

For those who are interested, here are this weeks new releases from Warner Archives.

http://www.wbshop.com/New-Releases/ARCHIVENEW,default,sc.html?psortb1=name-sort&psortd1=1&start=0&sz=16

Lots of vintage musicals plus Mamie Van Doren's wonderful juvenile delinquent film, UNTAMED YOUTH! Hurray!

If you have never seen or heard of UNTAMED YOUTH, just check out this trailer..you will surely want to see "The Throb of Young Hearts...'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSXIUC0KxgQ

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #68 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:18:42 AM »

I have a feeling the return of Spring-like temps here in NYC - it's currently 64 degrees in NYC - may have something to do with my current "head" situation. Ah, Mother Nature. I believe Winter is supposed to return on Saturday... With a chance of snow!

PennyO · « **Reply #69 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:19:25 AM »

Oh, m'gosh! I do remember Mamie Van Doren - as a young teenager, I sort of remember wanting to be so blond and glamorous and have such a sophisticated name...

PennyO · « **Reply #70 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:21:28 AM »

TOD - I would like to see the new comedy with Meryl Streep and whatsisname... also the Drew B and Robert DN film. And the Robert D,Jr Sherlock. Maybe even 2012 fer the wide screen FX...

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #71 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:21:51 AM »

Quote from: Druxy on December 03, 2009, 04:38:31 AM

...but the movie-going experience no longer excites me.

Is it the quality of the product or the deportment of the theatre goers that keeps you away?

der Brucer

PennyO · « **Reply #72 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:23:09 AM »

I dreamed I was singing The Marriage of Figaro last night - what's THAT about??? The soprano singing the Countess didn't make it to the stage - I think I was on the crew or something - but I stepped in and started singing "Dov'e Sono..."

PennyO · « **Reply #73 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:24:12 AM »

I miss Mozart...

JoseSPiano · « **Reply #74 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:24:29 AM »

Another gem from the folks at the Fake AP Stylebook:

For the titles of most compositions, use quotation marks. If Bob Fosse is involved, use jazz hands.

JMK · « **Reply #75 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:32:21 AM »

Did He Say 'Lupins' Department:

I had no idea this was an actual, honest to goodness song:

http://www.imeem.com/artists/edmundo_ros/music/Bi97ujep/edmundo-ros-his-orchestra-robin-hood/

DAW · « **Reply #76 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:34:14 AM »

Living La Vida Lupins?

JMK · « **Reply #77 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:40:32 AM »

Quote from: JoseSPiano on December 03, 2009, 09:24:29 AM

Another gem from the folks at the Fake AP Stylebook:

For the titles of most compositions, use quotation marks. If Bob Fosse is involved, use jazz hands.

I've probably mentioned this before, but in the *real* AP pronunciation guide that was at Betsy's old radio station, they had one column of words with an adjacent column of pronunciations. My favorite was this entry:

twin twin

Jeanne · « **Reply #78 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:55:08 AM »

Good morning, everyone.

Yes, I had a lovely brekkie yesterday at Junior's with BK. I hadn't been there in many years. I must say the food was quite good and very fresh. I shall return; maybe BK will join me.

Jeanne · « **Reply #79 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:56:30 AM »

TOD:

Upcoming movies?? I'm still trying to catch up on all the many films I've missed over the years. But I will duly note those listed by our DRs--good recommendations, to be sure!

Jeanne · « **Reply #80 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:56:53 AM »

Glad DR Julie had such a nice trip.

Jeanne · « **Reply #81 on:** December 03, 2009, 09:58:00 AM »

Thanks to DAW for posting all the architectural wonders. quite fun!

Jeanne · « **Reply #82 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:00:34 AM »

Can't stick around. I have a dental appointment shortly. I am seeking a second opinion on the dental work I need done. Hopefully, I'll like this dentist; her prices are half that of the guy in Brentwood.

Jeanne · « **Reply #83 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:00:50 AM »

Gotta scoot.

TTFN.

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #84 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:15:41 AM »

From the Kill Them With Humor department:

der Brucer

Laura · « **Reply #85 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:18:17 AM »

Today I took Wally and George to the adoption bus for a special adoption event. There were five other kittens there.

Druxy · « **Reply #86 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:20:13 AM »

Quote from: Julie on December 03, 2009, 07:18:52 AM

Quote from: Matt H. on December 03, 2009, 06:43:53 AM
Quote from: Druxy on December 03, 2009, 06:41:05 AM
Quote from: Matt H. on December 03, 2009, 06:37:34 AM
TOD:

The only film I'll likelygo to the theater to see will be NINE. All the others I'll catch on Blu-ray or pay cable during the next year. (I'm still catching up with some of last year's Oscar contenders as they arrive on paycable since I didn't buy or rent the Blu-rays. I'm talking mostly about BENJAMIN BUTTON, THE READER, and FROST/NIXON.) It'll likely be a year before I catch some of these films on paycable.

I didn't care much for BENJAMIN BUTTON, but THE READER and FROST/NIXON (along with DOUBT) were my favorite movies of last year.

Great writing.

After seeing last year's winner SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE and being entertained without being overly impressed, I'd say DOUBT (which wasn't nominated for best film but was my favorite thus far) and MILK were each more deserving of Best Picture in my eyes. I'm looking forward to seeing the others.

I agree with you, DR Matt. I wasn't all that impressed with Slumdog, either.

SLUMDOG was a movie of the moment. 5 years from now it will (except for getting the award) be virtually forgotten...like so many other Best Picture winners.

DAW · « **Reply #87 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:22:20 AM »

I guess I should donate all of my old courduroy skirts to the local clothes pantry?

DERBRUCER · « **Reply #88 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:25:07 AM »

Quote from: DAW on December 03, 2009, 10:22:20 AM

I guess I should donate all of my old courduroy skirts to the local clothes pantry?

Well, you could keep those cut mid-thigh for festive occasions.

der Brucer

bk · « **Reply #89 on:** December 03, 2009, 10:27:49 AM »

Think I'll go to the postal office and ship a few more packages and pick up a lot more customs forms. Stranger/Tamiko will be here next Wednesday.

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