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“The Spectacular Now” and the New Era of Coming-of-Age Movies

Posted on 08/12/2013 by robbskidmore88

This summer has seen the collapse of mega-budget blockbuster special effects movies such as “Pacific Rim,” “The Lone Ranger” and “After Earth.” The computer generated mega-destruction has been exposed to be as boring and predictable as last year’s video game … Continue reading →

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The Complete Discography of THE PURSUIT OF COOL

Posted on 01/21/2013 by robbskidmore88

The I Ching says it best: Music eases tension from the heart, releases thoughts from the mind, and inspires us to greatness. For many people, music is a fundamental way they cope with the world. Lance Rally, the main character … Continue reading →

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Greatest 80s Music Videos – the Digest: “Rio” Duran Duran

Posted on 12/14/2012 by robbskidmore88

Duran Duran, with their unique synthpop sound, pastel clothing and male model looks, was the perfect creation for early MTV. They were the first to use exotic location shoots and cinematic techniques in their music videos. Like “Hungry Like The … Continue reading →

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Greatest 80s Music Videos – the Digest: “Once in A Lifetime” Talking Heads

Posted on 11/19/2012 by robbskidmore88

When “Once in A Lifetime” debuted on MTV in 1981 it went into heavy rotation in the consciousness of everyone who saw it and became an instant classic. The Talking Heads went from being artsy underground musicians to the coolest … Continue reading →

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Movie Reviews of “The Master” and “Looper”

Posted on 10/08/2012 by robbskidmore88

A study in contrasts, “Looper” is a tightly plotted high concept sci-fi thriller and “The Master” is a rambling low concept movie of stunning acting performances.  Each illustrates the strengths and weaknesses of their respective approaches. “Looper” involves assasins (loopers) … Continue reading →

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TMiK Movie Review: Up In The Air

Posted on 01/08/2010 by robbskidmore88

Buckle in folks, return your tray tables to their locked upright positions and prepare for some hard landing truth from Up In The Air about the crushing meaninglessness of our so-called lives. You may be moved to put aside your … Continue reading →

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TMiK TV Review: The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson

Posted on 10/28/2009 by robbskidmore88

It is a bit jarring to watch Craig Ferguson the first time. He stands close to the camera, crowding it and fidgeting, a dark minimalist studio behind him. He touches the camera, prodding it, reaches around it as if tapping … Continue reading →

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Mystery Postcard Flashes Back To Woodstock

Posted on 09/23/2009 by robbskidmore88

The universe is one strange mofo. Exactly one week after standing in the rain and hearing Paul McCartney remark that it was the anniversary of Woodstock, this postcard of Southeast Asians on a bicycle arrived in my mailbox. It said: … Continue reading →

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Paul McCartney Rocks the Faithful in Piedmont Park

Posted on 08/28/2009 by robbskidmore88

Paul McCartney played Piedmont Park on August 15. I was there. Keep in mind, I am no lover of celebrity. I don’t want anyones autograph. Saw Andie McDowell walking through the airport. Didn’t care. Reality celebrities? They deserve to be … Continue reading →

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Paul McCartney: Beatle and Goofball

Posted on 08/28/2009 by robbskidmore88

My eyes were glued to the man the entire concert at Piedmont Park. I glanced at his rocking guitar mates occasionally, but quickly zinged back to Paul. My discovery — the man is a goofball. He’s wacky. When he first … Continue reading →

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