Monthly Archives: September 2013

Video Friday

Posted on 13 September 2013 by Robert

Today’s video is Controller, written and directed by Saman Kesh. The official description: A girl that can control everything perpetrates her own rescue by taking control of her boyfriend. I’m particularly intrigued by the structure of the film (the intercuts … Continue reading →

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Technical Difficulties

Posted on 10 September 2013 by Robert

Alas, my technical troubles are not over. Last week my internet access at home went out again (I had pre-published Friday’s post), and, after two hours with a great AT&T customer service rep on Saturday, it was working again. Then … Continue reading →

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Video Friday

Posted on 6 September 2013 by Robert

Beyond is a short film written and directed by Raphael Rogers (starring Bianca Malinowski) that has me intrigued—I hope Rogers continues the story. Arya is the last remaining member of her family, a lineage with a unique genetic code that … Continue reading →

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Magpie Monday

Posted on 2 September 2013 by Robert

Internet-access problems have been resolved and the first week of classes has been put to bed and now the blog is back. As usual, the last couple of weeks have yielded all manner of shiny bits and bobs worthy of … Continue reading →

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