Yes, there will be a Den of Sin night this Monday. Hopefully y'all will have recovered by then.
Monday July 4, 2005 -- The In Sound From Way Out
7pm: Yes Nurse, No Nurse [2002] -- Dutch musical based on a cult TV series from the '60's. Colourful & fun, unlikely to offend anyone.
9pm: The American Astronaut [2001] -- Absurdist-black&white- Western-Sci-fi musical to end all absurdist-black&white-Western-Sci-fi musicals. You are unlikely to see anything like this again.
RSVP, Pop Fund & all that jazz.
~meeko
Saturday, July 02, 2005
Friday, July 01, 2005
HAPPY CANADA DAY
We intend to get really drunk and make nuisances of ourselves in various public squares singing Oh Canada at the top of our lungs while English people stare at our strange red and white plumage. What are your plans?
Thursday, June 30, 2005
Dear Mr. Cruise...
You can sign the following petition here
To: Steven Spielberg
Dear Mr. Spielberg,
We, the undersigned, wish to inform you that we are compelled to boycott your movie ?War of the Worlds?. Our decision is based solely on the abhorrent behavior of Mr. Tom Cruise. We will not be spending our good money to support the ridiculous and potentially dangerous antics of this raving narcissist. Mr. Cruise?s actions and comments have been offensive and insulting when not downright laughable.
-We do not want to hear Mr. Cruise?s uneducated and unsubstantiated opinions on medicine and Psychiatry. His mean-spirited decision to use Brooke Shields as an example was unforgivable. The potential impact on those in need of treatment, who might heed the advice of a ?celebrity? over a trained professional, is dangerous. If Mr. Cruise believes that vitamins can cure mental illness, then perhaps he should consider increasing his dosage.
-We do not want to be enlightened about Mr. Cruise's ?religion? of Scientology. If he is so concerned about mind control, he should not be part of an organization that seems to use this tactic as its Modus Operandi. Mr. Spielberg, was the fully staffed Scientology tent you allowed Mr. Cruise to have on the movie set placed right next to the Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, and Muslim tents? Didn?t think so.
-We are sick of being force-fed his relationship with Katie Holmes which, if it isn?t the publicity hoax it appears to be, is a pathetic, juvenile, attention mongering display. Tom?s obvious control of his Stepford-Wife-To-Be is frightening.
-We do not want to watch his ?out of control? yet suspiciously manipulative antics nor listen to his condescending, holier-than-thou judgments. This man cannot even articulate a coherent sentence. He should stick to reading movie scripts.
It is revealing that the most compelling character Tom Cruise has ever portrayed is ?Frank TJ Mackay? from Magnolia, a control-freak with a pathological need to assert his obsession over not just those around him, but the public as well, by exploiting his access to public media. Apparently Mr. Cruise was playing himself.
Perhaps he views the aliens he battles in War of the worlds as a metaphor for the aliens he and his Scientology friends believe inhabit we humans. Relax Tom, it?s just a movie. A movie we will not be paying to see.
Sincerely,
The Undersigned
To: Steven Spielberg
Dear Mr. Spielberg,
We, the undersigned, wish to inform you that we are compelled to boycott your movie ?War of the Worlds?. Our decision is based solely on the abhorrent behavior of Mr. Tom Cruise. We will not be spending our good money to support the ridiculous and potentially dangerous antics of this raving narcissist. Mr. Cruise?s actions and comments have been offensive and insulting when not downright laughable.
-We do not want to hear Mr. Cruise?s uneducated and unsubstantiated opinions on medicine and Psychiatry. His mean-spirited decision to use Brooke Shields as an example was unforgivable. The potential impact on those in need of treatment, who might heed the advice of a ?celebrity? over a trained professional, is dangerous. If Mr. Cruise believes that vitamins can cure mental illness, then perhaps he should consider increasing his dosage.
-We do not want to be enlightened about Mr. Cruise's ?religion? of Scientology. If he is so concerned about mind control, he should not be part of an organization that seems to use this tactic as its Modus Operandi. Mr. Spielberg, was the fully staffed Scientology tent you allowed Mr. Cruise to have on the movie set placed right next to the Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, and Muslim tents? Didn?t think so.
-We are sick of being force-fed his relationship with Katie Holmes which, if it isn?t the publicity hoax it appears to be, is a pathetic, juvenile, attention mongering display. Tom?s obvious control of his Stepford-Wife-To-Be is frightening.
-We do not want to watch his ?out of control? yet suspiciously manipulative antics nor listen to his condescending, holier-than-thou judgments. This man cannot even articulate a coherent sentence. He should stick to reading movie scripts.
It is revealing that the most compelling character Tom Cruise has ever portrayed is ?Frank TJ Mackay? from Magnolia, a control-freak with a pathological need to assert his obsession over not just those around him, but the public as well, by exploiting his access to public media. Apparently Mr. Cruise was playing himself.
Perhaps he views the aliens he battles in War of the worlds as a metaphor for the aliens he and his Scientology friends believe inhabit we humans. Relax Tom, it?s just a movie. A movie we will not be paying to see.
Sincerely,
The Undersigned
Paul Failed?
There is to be no Walmart for Vancouver according to CBC BC which I can't link to as this won't let me cut and paste.
Wednesday, June 29, 2005
War of the Worlds = Awesome
Yes, I have always been Spielberg's bitch.
Yes, I'm comfortable with that.
Yes, I'm comfortable with that.
Monday, June 27, 2005
Hell Yes.
New King Kong Trailer.
Fucken' eh, son. Jack Black looks awesome, and the movie looks pretty intense. He's not as big as I was expecting....
Fucken' eh, son. Jack Black looks awesome, and the movie looks pretty intense. He's not as big as I was expecting....
Thursday, June 23, 2005
Need to Waste Some Time?
Further proof that teenage boys will do almost anything for the faint promise of poo-tang.
Karaoke Wednesday
Hey kids!
Veterans' Club on 23rd and Main at 7:30pm.
Upside: Best selection of songs and cheap drinks ($1.50 beer or $2.50 for a bottle of Pilsner). Crowd is bizarre: indie chic hipster and thinning haired old ladies mixed with greasey guidos and dirty old men.
Downside: Not a lot of opportunity to sing. Competition is stiff (some great singers). Wednesday nights. Must arrive early to get a shot at singing.
Anyhoo, let me know if you're down with the singing.
Veterans' Club on 23rd and Main at 7:30pm.
Upside: Best selection of songs and cheap drinks ($1.50 beer or $2.50 for a bottle of Pilsner). Crowd is bizarre: indie chic hipster and thinning haired old ladies mixed with greasey guidos and dirty old men.
Downside: Not a lot of opportunity to sing. Competition is stiff (some great singers). Wednesday nights. Must arrive early to get a shot at singing.
Anyhoo, let me know if you're down with the singing.
Tuesday, June 21, 2005
nightmarket?
miyuki and I have heard tell of another excursion to the nightmarket this saturday... we were planning to attend. is anyone else going?
I have three seats available in my car for those who don't mind being very close to their neighbours. in exchange for transportation, birthday trinkets would be nice... I'd prefer to give at least one of the seats to someone who knows where the hell they're going, too. I don't know richmond from paul's ass, which is to say I'm vaguely familiar but don't know any specifics.
this is all contingent on me not meeting my imminent demise attempting the grouse grind earlier in the day, of course.
I have three seats available in my car for those who don't mind being very close to their neighbours. in exchange for transportation, birthday trinkets would be nice... I'd prefer to give at least one of the seats to someone who knows where the hell they're going, too. I don't know richmond from paul's ass, which is to say I'm vaguely familiar but don't know any specifics.
this is all contingent on me not meeting my imminent demise attempting the grouse grind earlier in the day, of course.
Sunday, June 19, 2005
Sorry for the Late Notice
Hey kids,
Just a reminder that Movie Night is on this MONDAY (tomorrow).
Monday June 20 -- J-Horror
7pm: Ju-On 2 [2003] -- Not to be confused with the American remake, this is the sequel to the original Japanese thriller with that little boy that's painted blue. Except that it's actually a prequel...
9pm: Infection [2004] -- Above average J-horror about a spooky hospital and a melting disease.
Also, movie night for June 27 has been canceled. We will try to reschedule the intended program for sometime in August.
RSVP if you can. Pop fund in effect.
Just a reminder that Movie Night is on this MONDAY (tomorrow).
Monday June 20 -- J-Horror
7pm: Ju-On 2 [2003] -- Not to be confused with the American remake, this is the sequel to the original Japanese thriller with that little boy that's painted blue. Except that it's actually a prequel...
9pm: Infection [2004] -- Above average J-horror about a spooky hospital and a melting disease.
Also, movie night for June 27 has been canceled. We will try to reschedule the intended program for sometime in August.
RSVP if you can. Pop fund in effect.
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
This Week at the Clubhouse
Saturday, 8:30pm and beyond is the return of the Clubhouse Party!
Thursday... Is supposed to be Pirates night, but if any of the ladies are able to pick up the location for this week's event, I'd greatly appreciate it. If there are no takers, I can host it. Pirates of the Revolution are out and La Vengeance is my new favourte ship!
Thursday... Is supposed to be Pirates night, but if any of the ladies are able to pick up the location for this week's event, I'd greatly appreciate it. If there are no takers, I can host it. Pirates of the Revolution are out and La Vengeance is my new favourte ship!
Friday, June 10, 2005
Tuesday, June 07, 2005
If you have nothing to do this Thursday
anybody want to go see the new greg araki movie, mysterious skin, with me thursday? 7pm, downtown. just to warn you: it's about child abuse and apparently is a bit of a gut-punch.
Monday, June 06, 2005
Den of Sin Schedule for June
Sorry for the late notice.
Tuesday June 7 (because we're going to see Layer Cake on Monday) -- Toho Madness
7pm: Matango: Attack of the Mushroom People [1963] -- From the same director and studio as "Godzilla", this surprisingly atmospheric movie deals with a shipwreck on a mysterious island where the only thing to eat is slowly eating them...
9pm: The Mysterians [1957] -- Same director as Matango, this one deals with an alien invasion and giant robots!
Tuesday June 14 (because we're going to see Batman Begins on Monday) -- Kickass Dudes
7pm:Zatoichi [1962] -- The original blind, masseur / swordsman.
9pm: Hanzo the Razor [1972] -- From the same director as the Lone Wolf and Cub series and featuring Zatoichi himself, Shintarô Katsu, Hanzo is a sort of Samurai detective who rights wrongs and punishes bad guys. Oh, and he also "interrogates" women by raping them with his giant cock that he "strengthens" by pounding with hammer (but don't worry, the girls all end up loving it). Thoroughly unPC, but thoroughly entertaining.
Monday June 20 -- J-Horror
7pm: Infection [2004] -- Above average J-horror about a spooky hospital and a melting disease.
9pm: Ju-On 2 [2003] -- Not to be confused with the American remake, this is the sequel to the original Japanese thriller with that little boy that's painted blue. Except that it's actually a prequel...
Monday June 27 -- Early 90's Action Sequels
7pm: Predator 2 [1990] -- Blame BJ.
9pm: Robocop 2 [1990] -- Blame BJ.
Pop fund will be in effect. RSVP if you can.
Tuesday June 7 (because we're going to see Layer Cake on Monday) -- Toho Madness
7pm: Matango: Attack of the Mushroom People [1963] -- From the same director and studio as "Godzilla", this surprisingly atmospheric movie deals with a shipwreck on a mysterious island where the only thing to eat is slowly eating them...
9pm: The Mysterians [1957] -- Same director as Matango, this one deals with an alien invasion and giant robots!
Tuesday June 14 (because we're going to see Batman Begins on Monday) -- Kickass Dudes
7pm:Zatoichi [1962] -- The original blind, masseur / swordsman.
9pm: Hanzo the Razor [1972] -- From the same director as the Lone Wolf and Cub series and featuring Zatoichi himself, Shintarô Katsu, Hanzo is a sort of Samurai detective who rights wrongs and punishes bad guys. Oh, and he also "interrogates" women by raping them with his giant cock that he "strengthens" by pounding with hammer (but don't worry, the girls all end up loving it). Thoroughly unPC, but thoroughly entertaining.
Monday June 20 -- J-Horror
7pm: Infection [2004] -- Above average J-horror about a spooky hospital and a melting disease.
9pm: Ju-On 2 [2003] -- Not to be confused with the American remake, this is the sequel to the original Japanese thriller with that little boy that's painted blue. Except that it's actually a prequel...
Monday June 27 -- Early 90's Action Sequels
7pm: Predator 2 [1990] -- Blame BJ.
9pm: Robocop 2 [1990] -- Blame BJ.
Pop fund will be in effect. RSVP if you can.
Den of Sin Schedule for July
Monday July 4 - In Sound From Way Out: Alternative Musicals
7pm: Yes Nurse, No Nurse [2002] - Bizarro Dutch musical based on a cult children's program from the '60's.
9pm: The American Astronaut [2001] - Zero budget, black and white, sci-fi country musical conceived by and starring San Fran underground band The Billy Nayer Show.
Monday July 11 - Classic Horror
7pm: The Amityville Horror [1979] - The original haunted house movie. Not to be confused with the new version starring the ab-tastic Ryan Reynolds (hmmm, Ryan Reynolds...)
9pm: The Omen [1976] - I did it for you Damien.
Monday July 18 - American Dreaming
7pm: Zabriskie Point [1970] - Portrait of '60's America as filtered through the lense of Michaelangelo Antonioni.
9pm: Medium Cool [1969] - Verite style pic about a womanizing TV cameraman (Robert Forester at his sexy best) who becomes unwittingly involved in the turbulent counter-culture scene. Notable for using actual footage of the riots during the 1968 Democratic convention and for receiving an X rating when originally released (don't ask me why because I've seen it and I couldn't tell you).
Monday July 25 - How the West Was Fun
7pm: Cat Ballou [1965] - Western musical starring Jane Fonda, Lee Marvin and Nat King Cole. One of my all time favourites.
9pm: My Name Is Nobody [1973] - Compelling comedy that also functions as a great satire of Westerns (particularly the Spaghetti kind). A young, energetic gun fighter (Terence Hill) competes with an old gunfighter (Henry Fonda) who just wants to retire. A must for Western fans.
7pm: Yes Nurse, No Nurse [2002] - Bizarro Dutch musical based on a cult children's program from the '60's.
9pm: The American Astronaut [2001] - Zero budget, black and white, sci-fi country musical conceived by and starring San Fran underground band The Billy Nayer Show.
Monday July 11 - Classic Horror
7pm: The Amityville Horror [1979] - The original haunted house movie. Not to be confused with the new version starring the ab-tastic Ryan Reynolds (hmmm, Ryan Reynolds...)
9pm: The Omen [1976] - I did it for you Damien.
Monday July 18 - American Dreaming
7pm: Zabriskie Point [1970] - Portrait of '60's America as filtered through the lense of Michaelangelo Antonioni.
9pm: Medium Cool [1969] - Verite style pic about a womanizing TV cameraman (Robert Forester at his sexy best) who becomes unwittingly involved in the turbulent counter-culture scene. Notable for using actual footage of the riots during the 1968 Democratic convention and for receiving an X rating when originally released (don't ask me why because I've seen it and I couldn't tell you).
Monday July 25 - How the West Was Fun
7pm: Cat Ballou [1965] - Western musical starring Jane Fonda, Lee Marvin and Nat King Cole. One of my all time favourites.
9pm: My Name Is Nobody [1973] - Compelling comedy that also functions as a great satire of Westerns (particularly the Spaghetti kind). A young, energetic gun fighter (Terence Hill) competes with an old gunfighter (Henry Fonda) who just wants to retire. A must for Western fans.
Sexy Night Market
It all seemed to go downhill when Brendan presented his glistening phallus to Karen to devour. When I arrived on scene, the phallus was limp and thoroughly enjoyed to its end.
Not long after, we were back at the car. Karen had to go pee, so she asked Rachael to hold her panties. Rachael, not one to be impolite, seized them immediately. Mike had some words with Karen about her urinating and after she was denied her right to pee, they got in the car and Bob reached for, and held, Mike's "junk". Apparently, Mike's junk has quite a bit of weight to it.
Not long after, we were back at the car. Karen had to go pee, so she asked Rachael to hold her panties. Rachael, not one to be impolite, seized them immediately. Mike had some words with Karen about her urinating and after she was denied her right to pee, they got in the car and Bob reached for, and held, Mike's "junk". Apparently, Mike's junk has quite a bit of weight to it.
Saturday, June 04, 2005
June 10 (I can be accommodating.)
Rachael's Good Riddance Party
I am heading to England for three weeks or three months. So I will throw a party to see you all before I leave. Make sure any gifts are returnable within 30 days.
Location: My House in Strathcona
Time: After 7pm
I am heading to England for three weeks or three months. So I will throw a party to see you all before I leave. Make sure any gifts are returnable within 30 days.
Location: My House in Strathcona
Time: After 7pm
I declare this "THE SUMMER OF FORWARD FLIPS!"
I just saw in the straight that Hayao Miyazaki's "Howl's Moving Castle" opens in theaters on June 10th!!! We all need to be there and howl every time the castle grows legs and walks around (no, let's not do that). I guess the options would be a matinee or perhaps one evening the following weekend...
We gotta call Takeshi too!
We gotta call Takeshi too!
June 11 (or 10)
Karaoke!
I've put it on both those days because of a rumoured other party. And since the host/ess has gone to bed (probably), I just wanted to say whatever night is not being occupied by a party will be karaoke night (I would like to see it on the 11th, ideally as I will have my little brother, probably).
I went out with Trevor (of T-Rev, Halloween fame) tonight to the Marble Arch's Karaoke lounge.
So, who wants Radiohead (Alex?), Nirvana, Judas Priest, The Smiths (only one song, Mariko, but they have a Morrissey song, too!), Slipknot, Helloween, Coldplay (I'm looking at you, Christian) or Iron Maiden? This place has a huge variety (no Modest Mouse, but I get the impression that when it gets released, they'll have it) and it's hourly room rates. They have a digital remote that loads up your track onto the screens and the videos that accompany are brilliant.
I want to keep the numbers for the rooms under 10 per room as we had a dozen and it was a bit too competitive for the mic. If you're interested you'll need to RSVP the comments (and which day you'd be able to make it).
I'd even enjoy myself if it was just ther three of us, but I know you kids would dig this place.
I've put it on both those days because of a rumoured other party. And since the host/ess has gone to bed (probably), I just wanted to say whatever night is not being occupied by a party will be karaoke night (I would like to see it on the 11th, ideally as I will have my little brother, probably).
I went out with Trevor (of T-Rev, Halloween fame) tonight to the Marble Arch's Karaoke lounge.
So, who wants Radiohead (Alex?), Nirvana, Judas Priest, The Smiths (only one song, Mariko, but they have a Morrissey song, too!), Slipknot, Helloween, Coldplay (I'm looking at you, Christian) or Iron Maiden? This place has a huge variety (no Modest Mouse, but I get the impression that when it gets released, they'll have it) and it's hourly room rates. They have a digital remote that loads up your track onto the screens and the videos that accompany are brilliant.
I want to keep the numbers for the rooms under 10 per room as we had a dozen and it was a bit too competitive for the mic. If you're interested you'll need to RSVP the comments (and which day you'd be able to make it).
I'd even enjoy myself if it was just ther three of us, but I know you kids would dig this place.
Wednesday, June 01, 2005
RICHMOND NIGHT MARKET. "YeAh!"
Alright everyone, it's time to do some forward flips in anticipation of the only exciting thing that ever happens in Richmond:
The Richmond Night Market!
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond
SATURDAY, JUNE 4TH, 2005
7:00PM - MIDNIGHT
So what you do is go to the east end of Bridgeport Road (by ikea) and head north on Sweden Way until you hit Vulcan. Keep heading north until you ram into the portable where they sell those addictive mini-donuts.
Bus routes are available at the website under MAPS->Bus Route.
My questions are:
a) how many are interested?
b) how many can contribute seats in a car?
We can always meet at someone's place (in east van) and take the 98 into richmond and find our way to Ikea via the website...or with a few cars (I have 3-4 seats available) we can drive to Ikea, park and walk the 3 blocks.
What to expect there for newbies: lots of snacks (including the signature chicken eggs by sam and dragon's beard candy), desserts, cell accessories, rides, maybe a crappy band, car accessories, knock-off transformers, toys, cheap scandals, jewelry, prints, shirts, asian dvds, PC accessories galore, karaoke dvds/vcds and the RCMP in search of episode 3 dvds.
Comments?
Duke
The Richmond Night Market!
12631 Vulcan Way, Richmond
SATURDAY, JUNE 4TH, 2005
7:00PM - MIDNIGHT
So what you do is go to the east end of Bridgeport Road (by ikea) and head north on Sweden Way until you hit Vulcan. Keep heading north until you ram into the portable where they sell those addictive mini-donuts.
Bus routes are available at the website under MAPS->Bus Route.
My questions are:
a) how many are interested?
b) how many can contribute seats in a car?
We can always meet at someone's place (in east van) and take the 98 into richmond and find our way to Ikea via the website...or with a few cars (I have 3-4 seats available) we can drive to Ikea, park and walk the 3 blocks.
What to expect there for newbies: lots of snacks (including the signature chicken eggs by sam and dragon's beard candy), desserts, cell accessories, rides, maybe a crappy band, car accessories, knock-off transformers, toys, cheap scandals, jewelry, prints, shirts, asian dvds, PC accessories galore, karaoke dvds/vcds and the RCMP in search of episode 3 dvds.
Comments?
Duke
Karen's Grad
Sorry for the super short notice..
Thursday June 2, 9:45 am (as in tomorrow!)
Ceremony C
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences graduands in Economics, English, Bachelor of General Studies and Master of Public Policy
It's the convo mall thing so if you happen to be on campus (or you just love me soooo much you want to come up at 9:30 am) it'd be great to see you and/or hear ya in the crowd. Wish me luck!
I Hugs Everyone!
Thursday June 2, 9:45 am (as in tomorrow!)
Ceremony C
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences graduands in Economics, English, Bachelor of General Studies and Master of Public Policy
It's the convo mall thing so if you happen to be on campus (or you just love me soooo much you want to come up at 9:30 am) it'd be great to see you and/or hear ya in the crowd. Wish me luck!
I Hugs Everyone!
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Next Week at the Den of Sin
Hey Kids,
We're really back and this Tuesday (I have another screening to attend on Monday) prepare for a full on assault. See, ever since we got hitched everyone's been on our case to have kids. Right now. I think it's starting to get to BJ as he keeps chasing me around the house with a condom and a pin. Being that I have absolutely no intention of bearing his hell-spawn anytime soon I've had to take matters into my own hands. And so I present:
Tuesday May 31, 2005: Baby Paranoia
7pm: The Suckling [1990]: A young woman not quite ready for children goes to get a back-alley abortion, only to have her mutant fetus attack her, her boyfriend and everyone else in the clinic. No really.
9pm: It's Alive! [1974]: Larry Cohen's ("Q the Winged Serpent", "God Told Me To") film about a monster baby that kills when it's scared. And babies scare easy.
Please RSVP if you can. Pop fund will be in effect and if you'd like something other than Pepsi please let me know. Otherwise we'll see you there.
~meeko
We're really back and this Tuesday (I have another screening to attend on Monday) prepare for a full on assault. See, ever since we got hitched everyone's been on our case to have kids. Right now. I think it's starting to get to BJ as he keeps chasing me around the house with a condom and a pin. Being that I have absolutely no intention of bearing his hell-spawn anytime soon I've had to take matters into my own hands. And so I present:
Tuesday May 31, 2005: Baby Paranoia
7pm: The Suckling [1990]: A young woman not quite ready for children goes to get a back-alley abortion, only to have her mutant fetus attack her, her boyfriend and everyone else in the clinic. No really.
9pm: It's Alive! [1974]: Larry Cohen's ("Q the Winged Serpent", "God Told Me To") film about a monster baby that kills when it's scared. And babies scare easy.
Please RSVP if you can. Pop fund will be in effect and if you'd like something other than Pepsi please let me know. Otherwise we'll see you there.
~meeko
Wednesday, May 25, 2005
Reclamations...
And the post some of you have been dreading...
As I'm finally moving into my own apartment again (the first of two or more I will occupy over the summer, damn it), I have much need of furnishings, kitchen gear, etc.
Gimme!
I'll be moving into Briana's old apartment around the 1st, so I'll be needing to reclaim such minor things as my bed, lamps, bike, the all-important rice cooker (preferably without Bob clinging madly to it and shrieking like a banshee) and just about everything else I outsourced. Sadly, Corinne and Grae, this may include the TV, though I'll confirm that in a few days.
We'll figure out actual transportation arrangements in the coming days...
As I'm finally moving into my own apartment again (the first of two or more I will occupy over the summer, damn it), I have much need of furnishings, kitchen gear, etc.
Gimme!
I'll be moving into Briana's old apartment around the 1st, so I'll be needing to reclaim such minor things as my bed, lamps, bike, the all-important rice cooker (preferably without Bob clinging madly to it and shrieking like a banshee) and just about everything else I outsourced. Sadly, Corinne and Grae, this may include the TV, though I'll confirm that in a few days.
We'll figure out actual transportation arrangements in the coming days...
Sunday, May 22, 2005
THE REVENGE OF THE DEN OF SIN!!!
Howdy all we're back and now back to weekly (or until we get sick of you all). We think this week's selections are very appropriate after a long absence.
MAY 23/05
JAPANESE LADIES RAMPAGE!
7PM FEMALE CONVICT SCORPION: JAILHOUSE 41 - The first sequel in the FEMALE CONVICT SCORPION series, our favorite women in prison series. Those have seen the first one can expect director SHUNYA ITO to take this film even farther into surrealism. Well here's the IMDB write-up (cause I'm lazy); Matsu, known to the prisoners as Scorpian, is locked away in the bowels of the prison as revenge for disrupting the smooth operation of the prison and for her disfiguring attack on the warden. Granted a one day reprieve due to the visit of a dignitary, she takes advantage and attacks the warden again. This leads to more brutal punishment and humiliation. But the punishment gives her an oppurtunity to escape along with six other female prisoners. Their surreal flight from prison pits the convicts against the guards, the warden and each other.
9PM SUKEBAN GUERILLA - Female bikers! Catfights! Gang violence! Sukeban Guerilla expands on classic exploitation "bad girl" archetypes with an explosive abandon. Fans of Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! and Switchblade Sisters should brace themselves for the be-all, end-all and show-all of what's possible in the realms of grindhouse girls gone way-past-wild.
MAY 23/05
JAPANESE LADIES RAMPAGE!
7PM FEMALE CONVICT SCORPION: JAILHOUSE 41 - The first sequel in the FEMALE CONVICT SCORPION series, our favorite women in prison series. Those have seen the first one can expect director SHUNYA ITO to take this film even farther into surrealism. Well here's the IMDB write-up (cause I'm lazy); Matsu, known to the prisoners as Scorpian, is locked away in the bowels of the prison as revenge for disrupting the smooth operation of the prison and for her disfiguring attack on the warden. Granted a one day reprieve due to the visit of a dignitary, she takes advantage and attacks the warden again. This leads to more brutal punishment and humiliation. But the punishment gives her an oppurtunity to escape along with six other female prisoners. Their surreal flight from prison pits the convicts against the guards, the warden and each other.
9PM SUKEBAN GUERILLA - Female bikers! Catfights! Gang violence! Sukeban Guerilla expands on classic exploitation "bad girl" archetypes with an explosive abandon. Fans of Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! and Switchblade Sisters should brace themselves for the be-all, end-all and show-all of what's possible in the realms of grindhouse girls gone way-past-wild.
Thursday, May 19, 2005
Graduation Ceremony
I have 3 tickets for my family.
I have Graeme and Rachael down for certain and I have 2 remaining tickets.
Call dibs now.
I have Graeme and Rachael down for certain and I have 2 remaining tickets.
Call dibs now.
Friday, May 13, 2005
chineefoo...!
so it should go without saying by this point, but chineefoo sunday after karaoke. noon, peking restaurant in burnaby.
watch paul eat a gallon of congee!
watch paul eat a gallon of congee!
Monday, May 09, 2005
"Making fuss, fuss, fuss"
Hrm, was there any interest in a road trip for this?
MELT BANANA
Seattle, WA
Thursday, May 12 2005.
Non-sensical Japanese punk with torturous american covers and bizarre road trip stories.
$10US, 2 blocks from Seattle U @ Pike and Broadway.
Just wondering if there's enough interest that I should twist my boss' arm for the day off...
MELT BANANA
Seattle, WA
Thursday, May 12 2005.
Non-sensical Japanese punk with torturous american covers and bizarre road trip stories.
$10US, 2 blocks from Seattle U @ Pike and Broadway.
Just wondering if there's enough interest that I should twist my boss' arm for the day off...
Sunday, May 08, 2005
Saturday, May 07, 2005
A new feature!
I thought that we should include a forum onto this fine website. It's been requested, so I got a free one. The link is on the right hand side under all the people.
Friday, May 06, 2005
Thursday, May 05, 2005
HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO EVERYONE!
Would a visit to PONCHOS be in order this Saturday?
Being on Denman, it is in close proximity to Stanley Park and the beach...frisbee, football, bocce before/after?
Being on Denman, it is in close proximity to Stanley Park and the beach...frisbee, football, bocce before/after?
Oh My God! It has our Name on it!
"And I quote, "Clubhouse Restaurant is a great place to meet friends for a large, casual group dinner."
Clubhouse Restaurant
I think it'd be worth a try and it says great "for a large, casual group dinner"!
Clubhouse Restaurant
I think it'd be worth a try and it says great "for a large, casual group dinner"!
Tuesday, May 03, 2005
Is 7 weeks enough notice?
Saturday June 18th is the next Clubhouse party. It is scheduled to coincide with Commercial Drive Day the following morning.
Haven't thought much around this one or even themes, but the Clubhouse should have a party for Paul before he leaves again.
Haven't thought much around this one or even themes, but the Clubhouse should have a party for Paul before he leaves again.
Sunday, May 01, 2005
Saturday, April 30, 2005
chineefoo to the rescue!
so folks, kinda short notice, but any of yous that might need some hangover recuperation eating the BEST CHINEEFOO EVER are welcome to join us at Peking Restaurant (5939 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC V5B1R7 (604) 299-2526)... abundance of awesome food for under $10 a plate. it's just east of Holdom on Hastings.
Sunday. noon. be there or be rhomboid.
Sunday. noon. be there or be rhomboid.
Friday, April 29, 2005
You guys can have avatars in your replies.
I have enabled gravatars in the haloscan comments. Enjoy.
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Thursday, April 28, 2005
had to share this
best movie ever!
hope this link works...
download the theme song at the very least.. so worth it..
http://www.thehebrewhammer.com/
hope this link works...
download the theme song at the very least.. so worth it..
http://www.thehebrewhammer.com/
Tuesday, April 26, 2005
HEATHEN BANG DOWN AT SAM'S FOR BJ
SINCE YOU PUSSIES HAVEN'T PLANNED ANYTHING FOR BJ ALONE GETTING HITCHED (FOR AT LEAST A FEW YEARS) - HOW MANY OF YOU WILL BE DOWN WITH MEMPHIS BLUES AND THEN SAM'S APARTMENT ON THURSDAY NIGHT? THIS WILL BE A "SAM" NIGHT THOUGH... NO DRESS UP FOR BJ, NO POT, NO LOUDNESS... JUST THE HEATHEN HAMMER... AFTER WE GOURGE AT BLUES, WE PROCEED TO THE APARTMENT AND WATCH AVON (70s ROUGHIE PORN), DRINK BEERS (I DON'T DRINK BUT BYOB), AND TALK ABOUT HOW LAME EVERYONE IS EVER!! SAM IS FUCKING VIOLENT, SO NO OUT OF HAND SHIT, PLUS... IF DANIELLE SHOWS UP LATER, WE CAN SNEAK HER DRINKS AND SHE MIGHT DO SOMETHING FUCKING CRAZY! THE BEST THING IS THAT AFTER WATCHING THE PORN COLLECTION-- WE MIGHT GO HOME MORE BUMMED THAN STOKED! YES!!! SAM MIGHT EVEN BRING HIS OWN FRIENDS.. FUCKING CRAZY!
SO-- DURING BRA AND PANTY TICKLE FIGHT AT KAT'S PLACE, WE ENTER THE DARKNESS OF SHIT. MCKINLAYSAM[AT]HOTMAIL[DOT]COM
SO-- DURING BRA AND PANTY TICKLE FIGHT AT KAT'S PLACE, WE ENTER THE DARKNESS OF SHIT. MCKINLAYSAM[AT]HOTMAIL[DOT]COM
Monday, April 25, 2005
hitchhiker saturday
so, is anyone up for an early showing of hitchhiker's guide saturday? thinking the first showing somewhere (between noon and one) would be just splendid.
bonus points for the best towel.
also, I know at least paul is planning to join me at the weakerthans show friday night... more the merrier. I'll probably try to find details in the near future...
bonus points for the best towel.
also, I know at least paul is planning to join me at the weakerthans show friday night... more the merrier. I'll probably try to find details in the near future...
Thursday, April 21, 2005
Monday, April 18, 2005
Party at Bob's
Hello Everyone,
Bob and I are hosting a party next weekend on Saturday, April 23rd at 7pm. Bob has gained my permission to have a social event at our house with much personal sacrifice (which I will leave to your imagination). This party is being held partly because we haven't had one in a very long time and mainly to welcome Paul back as he was so *luckily* not eaten by wild animals nor executed by our hitman (sigh, that's $10 wasted). Paul must show up and ceremoniously recieve back one token item from his possessions or he will forfeit the lot to us. (Though even if he shows up he is still going to have a heck of a time seperating Bob from the rice cooker.)
Party Clauses:
Anyone caught annoying a rabbit better be swift on their feet and have their passport handy. They also better have found a very secure hide out by the time my passport is renewed next month.
Don't let the cat out. It is too stupid to last long in the wilds of our back yard. He keeps trying to make friends with the raccoons that live there.
Teasing Bob is also strictly regulated. The only ones that can do it (without me suffering as well)are pretty girls. (That does not include you Paul)
You may also meet some "dialoguers" please read the informative website and don't ask them what they have been doing for the last three month as they don't know either.
Not admiring the beauty, intelligence and general wonderfulness of your hostess will be punished with dark looks and a lingering resentment. I will also do my best to start some malicious gossip about you. (Malicious gossip is also available as a reward for those so inclined. Price list available upon request)
If you are going to bring guests that either Bob or I do not know personally please let us know in advance.
lots of love,
R
Bob and I are hosting a party next weekend on Saturday, April 23rd at 7pm. Bob has gained my permission to have a social event at our house with much personal sacrifice (which I will leave to your imagination). This party is being held partly because we haven't had one in a very long time and mainly to welcome Paul back as he was so *luckily* not eaten by wild animals nor executed by our hitman (sigh, that's $10 wasted). Paul must show up and ceremoniously recieve back one token item from his possessions or he will forfeit the lot to us. (Though even if he shows up he is still going to have a heck of a time seperating Bob from the rice cooker.)
Party Clauses:
Anyone caught annoying a rabbit better be swift on their feet and have their passport handy. They also better have found a very secure hide out by the time my passport is renewed next month.
Don't let the cat out. It is too stupid to last long in the wilds of our back yard. He keeps trying to make friends with the raccoons that live there.
Teasing Bob is also strictly regulated. The only ones that can do it (without me suffering as well)are pretty girls. (That does not include you Paul)
You may also meet some "dialoguers" please read the informative website and don't ask them what they have been doing for the last three month as they don't know either.
Not admiring the beauty, intelligence and general wonderfulness of your hostess will be punished with dark looks and a lingering resentment. I will also do my best to start some malicious gossip about you. (Malicious gossip is also available as a reward for those so inclined. Price list available upon request)
If you are going to bring guests that either Bob or I do not know personally please let us know in advance.
lots of love,
R
Sunday, April 17, 2005
Karaoke Superstar!
Due to the successful nature of Saturday's karaoke section on May 14th, 2005 at 10pm we shall return. Let's get some drinking done at the Clubhouse before heading over to Uranus. Tee hee.
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
Final Schedule
Saturday April 16
Part I
3pm - 6pm: Horse Races. Meeting at front gate at 3:15pm, try to be there by 3pm. (infinite or little cost)
Part II
7pm-9pm Dinner. Shabusen downtown. Reservations for 14 under Summers. Of note: 12 people have RSVP'd. Contact me if you are interested in the last two seats.
Part III
10-11pm Uranus on Broadway near Kingsway. Boobs, karaoke, and we may get our own private room to do karaoke. Waiting to hear back from them.
Part IV
11:30-2am Celebrities. I figure a balance of boobies to cocks is a good idea. $10 cover.
April 17
Part V
2:30-10am Clubhouse slumber party. Movies, popcorn, post-party drinks, vomit buckets for those in need. BYOB. You can drop the alcohol off during the day before 2pm, when I anticipate to leave for the races.
Part VI
12noon: Chinee Foo at the Peking. About $7 a person is a safe number. Bring $10 just in case. We've never needed reservations, but it's nice to know the number to ask for a table that size.
Part I
3pm - 6pm: Horse Races. Meeting at front gate at 3:15pm, try to be there by 3pm. (infinite or little cost)
Part II
7pm-9pm Dinner. Shabusen downtown. Reservations for 14 under Summers. Of note: 12 people have RSVP'd. Contact me if you are interested in the last two seats.
Part III
10-11pm Uranus on Broadway near Kingsway. Boobs, karaoke, and we may get our own private room to do karaoke. Waiting to hear back from them.
Part IV
11:30-2am Celebrities. I figure a balance of boobies to cocks is a good idea. $10 cover.
April 17
Part V
2:30-10am Clubhouse slumber party. Movies, popcorn, post-party drinks, vomit buckets for those in need. BYOB. You can drop the alcohol off during the day before 2pm, when I anticipate to leave for the races.
Part VI
12noon: Chinee Foo at the Peking. About $7 a person is a safe number. Bring $10 just in case. We've never needed reservations, but it's nice to know the number to ask for a table that size.
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
BJ will finally get his wish
http://www.rubberjohnny.tv/
(Site may not be safe for work)
Only 6 minutes long, but with the possiblity of an extension inot a 10 part series.
(Site may not be safe for work)
Only 6 minutes long, but with the possiblity of an extension inot a 10 part series.
Friday, April 08, 2005
Ladies only Pirate tourney
What's this?
Some of the fairer sex are already privvy to this info. Drop me an email to participate.
I have my fleet started and we'll battle in May.
YAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRR!
Happy 2nd bitrhday to the Last Time!
Some of the fairer sex are already privvy to this info. Drop me an email to participate.
I have my fleet started and we'll battle in May.
YAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRR!
Happy 2nd bitrhday to the Last Time!
Thursday, April 07, 2005
BJ & Mariko's Seven Deadly Sins Stag(etta!)
As requested by the wedded to be, I will be organizing and hosting the celebrations. The following is the schedule, and due to financial restrictions of some of us, if you are unable to afford a portion of the night, you are free to join up at a later time or depart early, RSVPs will be needed for each portion of the night. The invite is open provided that the attendants are counted for in advance (ideally before the 12th).
Saturday April 16
Part I
3pm - 6pm: Casino or Horse Races. TBA (infinite or little cost)
Part II
7pm-9pm Dinner. If it's over 20 (which is possible), we won't be able to attend Memphis Blues, but will probably just hit up All-You-Can-Eat sushi in Burnaby. It costs about the same as splitting the right number of Elvis platters. If we do the sushi thing, I'd like to get a party room. I was thinking Taisho, maybe some Karaoke in a private party room. It costs hourly to do so, so it would add to the bill. ($20-40 depending on Karaoke, drinks, etc.)
Part III
10-11pm The night. Sneak in some boobies downtown. Two pieces minimum of ID. Anyone without the ID will be subject to being left outside until we move on to drinking. The Cecil is requested, the Cecil it is. $5 cover?
Part IV
11:30-2am Celebrities. I figure a balance of boobies to cocks is a good idea. $10 cover?
April 17
Part V
2:30-10am Clubhouse slumber party. Movies, popcorn, post-party drinks, vomit buckets for those in need. ($0)
Part VI
12noon: Chinee Foo. About $7 a person is a safe number. Bring $10 just in case.
Please, please, please: I will *need* RSVPs for the following sections: II, III, IV, V and VI. If you plan to attend the whole time, just say "all". If you'll be around only after dinner, state III, IV, V and VI. Simple?
Saturday April 16
Part I
3pm - 6pm: Casino or Horse Races. TBA (infinite or little cost)
Part II
7pm-9pm Dinner. If it's over 20 (which is possible), we won't be able to attend Memphis Blues, but will probably just hit up All-You-Can-Eat sushi in Burnaby. It costs about the same as splitting the right number of Elvis platters. If we do the sushi thing, I'd like to get a party room. I was thinking Taisho, maybe some Karaoke in a private party room. It costs hourly to do so, so it would add to the bill. ($20-40 depending on Karaoke, drinks, etc.)
Part III
10-11pm The night. Sneak in some boobies downtown. Two pieces minimum of ID. Anyone without the ID will be subject to being left outside until we move on to drinking. The Cecil is requested, the Cecil it is. $5 cover?
Part IV
11:30-2am Celebrities. I figure a balance of boobies to cocks is a good idea. $10 cover?
April 17
Part V
2:30-10am Clubhouse slumber party. Movies, popcorn, post-party drinks, vomit buckets for those in need. ($0)
Part VI
12noon: Chinee Foo. About $7 a person is a safe number. Bring $10 just in case.
Please, please, please: I will *need* RSVPs for the following sections: II, III, IV, V and VI. If you plan to attend the whole time, just say "all". If you'll be around only after dinner, state III, IV, V and VI. Simple?
Wednesday, April 06, 2005
R.I.P. BASS WOLF 3/30/05
"Narnack Records has reported in with this sad news:
It's with deep and saddest regret to announce this latest Guitar Wolf news. Last night (3/30) Billy, aka Bass Wolf, passed away of natural causes. He was 38.
The band had just returned from their month-long US tour, and fortunately Billy did get to spend time with his wife and children before checking into the hospital. He died in his sleep sometime during the night.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and Guitar Wolf members Seiji and Toru.
The Japanese three piece, which formed in 1987, most recently released Loverock in 2004. Our deepest condolences go out to Billy's friends and family."
from PUNKNEWS.ORG
It's with deep and saddest regret to announce this latest Guitar Wolf news. Last night (3/30) Billy, aka Bass Wolf, passed away of natural causes. He was 38.
The band had just returned from their month-long US tour, and fortunately Billy did get to spend time with his wife and children before checking into the hospital. He died in his sleep sometime during the night.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and Guitar Wolf members Seiji and Toru.
The Japanese three piece, which formed in 1987, most recently released Loverock in 2004. Our deepest condolences go out to Billy's friends and family."
from PUNKNEWS.ORG
Calling All Suckers
Looking for some unfortunate soul to accompany me to see A Lot Like Love in Richmond tonight. My plan is to leave right from work and hang out at Aberdeen Mall for a bit before the movie. I will be departing from Granville & Broadway by 3:30pm, so we can meet up at Chapters if you are fool enough to join me. Please reply to this post, first come, first serve.
Tuesday, April 05, 2005
Pranky Pranking Pranksters
Prangstgrup. The Lecture Musical is high-larious. They're all pretty damn funny, actually.
In other news, I'm going to see Sin City at the Van East tonight, because it's cheap Tuesday and I'm, well, cheap. I know everybody's already seen it, but anybody want to see it AGAIN?
In other news, I'm going to see Sin City at the Van East tonight, because it's cheap Tuesday and I'm, well, cheap. I know everybody's already seen it, but anybody want to see it AGAIN?
Sunday, April 03, 2005
Call Me Little to No Info or Warning Guy
There's a Camobear records hiphop show at the Lamplighter tomorrow (April 4th for those who are temproally challenged). Bunch of artists but all that reall matters is that Skratch Bastid is gonna be there and he's a ton of fun. No idea what time doors are open or what it costs cuz I'm retarded like that. Give me a ring if you wanna go. I haven't decided since I don;t know anyone going yet...
Peace Out.
Peace Out.
Sunday, March 27, 2005
For those going to Shonen Knife
Ticket info according to The Brickyard:
Fri Apr. 1st 10pm
Shonen Knife, The Evaporators, Raised by Wolves
$13 adv/$16 door
Scratch, Noize To Go, Zulu and Red Cat
Fri Apr. 1st 10pm
Shonen Knife, The Evaporators, Raised by Wolves
$13 adv/$16 door
Scratch, Noize To Go, Zulu and Red Cat
Thursday, March 24, 2005
Moooving
Anybody feel like helping haul a bit of stuff from my house to a truck and a truck to my new house?
Tuesday the 29th, food and beer (or other beverages if requested ahead of time) provided after the fact. Time range is between 9am and 3pm. Drop a line to hey_ewe @ hotmail.com if'n you feel like helping out.
Tuesday the 29th, food and beer (or other beverages if requested ahead of time) provided after the fact. Time range is between 9am and 3pm. Drop a line to hey_ewe @ hotmail.com if'n you feel like helping out.
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Tuesday, March 22, 2005
spidey speculation
thomas haden church, fresh of his oscar nomination for sideways, has been tapped for the next spider-man movie, playing an as yet unidentified villian.
I figure we're a geekly crowd, so we should get some speculation going.
my first thought was sandman, but that didn't seem like a very exciting villian. considered mysterio as well. realistically, I have to go with scorpion.
but fuck it, I'm gonna stick with sandman. I'm curious to see what effects raimi would use to pull it off...
I figure we're a geekly crowd, so we should get some speculation going.
my first thought was sandman, but that didn't seem like a very exciting villian. considered mysterio as well. realistically, I have to go with scorpion.
but fuck it, I'm gonna stick with sandman. I'm curious to see what effects raimi would use to pull it off...
Sunday, March 20, 2005
Saturday, March 19, 2005
Friday, March 18, 2005
Thursday, March 17, 2005
Monday, March 14, 2005
Last Minute D.o.S. Reminder
Hey Kids,
Again, apologies for the lateness, but those who care already know that today is the pre-BJ's B-day Purple Rain/Cool As Ice second chance.
So here's how it breaks down:
7pm: Cool As Ice [1991] -- Vanilla Ice's film debut. Bring booze (lots of it).
9pm: Purple Rain [1984] -- Easily Prince's best movie. Yes, that is saying something. Bring more booze.
RSVP if you can. Forget the pop fund and just bring booze.
~meeko
p.s. This is the last D.o.S. night until May because Meeko is running short on brain cells as it is.
Again, apologies for the lateness, but those who care already know that today is the pre-BJ's B-day Purple Rain/Cool As Ice second chance.
So here's how it breaks down:
7pm: Cool As Ice [1991] -- Vanilla Ice's film debut. Bring booze (lots of it).
9pm: Purple Rain [1984] -- Easily Prince's best movie. Yes, that is saying something. Bring more booze.
RSVP if you can. Forget the pop fund and just bring booze.
~meeko
p.s. This is the last D.o.S. night until May because Meeko is running short on brain cells as it is.
Thursday, March 03, 2005
DESTROYROCK&ROLL
I want to go to this. It's tomorrow night. Am I the only one here who likes the k-razy bleep bloop techno shit? If so, that's very sad. :(
This Friday @ Open Studios
JAKE FAIRLEY: Kompakt, Paper Bag Records
Rock meets techno in a dive bar in East Berlin.
"Jake Fairly makes the (electronic/rock) connection all the more explicit with mumbled vocals remenicient of Joey Ramone with a staticy sound that has more in common with garage rock grit than techno polish." NEW YORK Mag
BEN NEVILE: Telegraph
crate full o' surprises.
KONRAD BLACK: Wagon Repair
electrotech. Konrad busts up the dance floor with his original hard rocking sound.
ROBERT ROBOT: Intergalactic Future Rock
intergalactic funksmanship and bleeps.
FRIDAY MARCH 4th @ OPEN STUDIOS
#200-252 East 1st Ave
Show Starts @ 10.
RSVP: 604.648.2752
$10
This Friday @ Open Studios
JAKE FAIRLEY: Kompakt, Paper Bag Records
Rock meets techno in a dive bar in East Berlin.
"Jake Fairly makes the (electronic/rock) connection all the more explicit with mumbled vocals remenicient of Joey Ramone with a staticy sound that has more in common with garage rock grit than techno polish." NEW YORK Mag
BEN NEVILE: Telegraph
crate full o' surprises.
KONRAD BLACK: Wagon Repair
electrotech. Konrad busts up the dance floor with his original hard rocking sound.
ROBERT ROBOT: Intergalactic Future Rock
intergalactic funksmanship and bleeps.
FRIDAY MARCH 4th @ OPEN STUDIOS
#200-252 East 1st Ave
Show Starts @ 10.
RSVP: 604.648.2752
$10
Wednesday, March 02, 2005
Fuck I don't know when! And Den Of Sin fun!
So due to my being sick, another KEY person being sick, depression, distraction etc. the shoot is pushed back yet again. Now I'm shooting for FRIDAY MARCH 11th. I'll post again to confirm sorry to have been a flake about this whole thing. I'm still trying to find a scapegoat in this whole thing.
Onto DEN OF SIN goodness
MAR. 7th: 80s ACTION SUPERSTAR (supertards) DOUBLE BILL
So the Americans are now living in a new Conservative era, however movies have not gotten as ridiculous as Hollywood did in the 80s under Reagan. The era of Schwarzenegger and Stallone. And these movies have dated, hard. Consider this a sociological study and BYOB cause you'll need it.
7PM: COBRA [1986] - UM Stallone. He wears sunglasses, has an laser-mount submachine gun, pearl-handles Colt .45 and uses a matchstick for a toothpick. Oh oh "CRIME IS A DISEASE. MEET THE CURE." is the tagline. So I'm not going to bother looking this up on IMDB I'm pretty sure this is going to be pretty darn ridiculous.
9PM: COMMANDO [1985] - Yeah Schwarzenegger. Uber one liners. Brutal body count. Written by the same guy who wrote the acclaimed "BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN". Ahh there'll be action.
P.S. Owen your belated birthday present (it is goodness) is here so you should come.
MAR. 14th: POP STARS ON MOTORCYCLES ENCORE (and it's my birthday [on the 16th])
7PM: COOL AS ICE [1991] - This time for sure. We just don't put Damon in charge of getting it. Oh the movie. It's Vanilla Ice's big screen debut. What more you want? Quality? Screw you.
9PM: PURPLE RAIN [1984] - Seriously this movie is one of the few sincerely primal films I've ever seen. I can't say more except you have to see. I want a big turnout for Purple Rain.
So yeah. that's it for now.
Onto DEN OF SIN goodness
MAR. 7th: 80s ACTION SUPERSTAR (supertards) DOUBLE BILL
So the Americans are now living in a new Conservative era, however movies have not gotten as ridiculous as Hollywood did in the 80s under Reagan. The era of Schwarzenegger and Stallone. And these movies have dated, hard. Consider this a sociological study and BYOB cause you'll need it.
7PM: COBRA [1986] - UM Stallone. He wears sunglasses, has an laser-mount submachine gun, pearl-handles Colt .45 and uses a matchstick for a toothpick. Oh oh "CRIME IS A DISEASE. MEET THE CURE." is the tagline. So I'm not going to bother looking this up on IMDB I'm pretty sure this is going to be pretty darn ridiculous.
9PM: COMMANDO [1985] - Yeah Schwarzenegger. Uber one liners. Brutal body count. Written by the same guy who wrote the acclaimed "BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN". Ahh there'll be action.
P.S. Owen your belated birthday present (it is goodness) is here so you should come.
MAR. 14th: POP STARS ON MOTORCYCLES ENCORE (and it's my birthday [on the 16th])
7PM: COOL AS ICE [1991] - This time for sure. We just don't put Damon in charge of getting it. Oh the movie. It's Vanilla Ice's big screen debut. What more you want? Quality? Screw you.
9PM: PURPLE RAIN [1984] - Seriously this movie is one of the few sincerely primal films I've ever seen. I can't say more except you have to see. I want a big turnout for Purple Rain.
So yeah. that's it for now.
SEATTLE TRIP!
Well, first there's the quintessential visit to Jack in the box, with the traditional breakfast consisting of bacon and egg on some form of bread, a fried potato patty and deep fried tacos. Leaves you praying for death for the next few hours.
The early afternoon was anchored around the Westlake shopping center from which each member of our intrepid band (and various permutations of said band) had access by foot or monorail to hot topic, suncoast video, electronics boutique, the largest (and scariest) cosmetics store in the western world (mary kay?), zanadu comics and the fish market (more than just fish, but that's all you can really smell). I'm still in amazement over the selection at Easy Street Music as well, take Zulu and triple it.
Later that afternoon, we decided to check out Xian's old/possibly next neighborhood, Ballard. So was it everything Almost Live built it up to be? Crazy retired Norwegians driving down the center of the road, wipers on, seatbelt dangling out from underneath the door? Actually, it was pretty quiet.
We made it out to Scarecrow video (Of which I must open a franchise in Coquitlam, if only as a service to all of mankind), half price books and a closed cinema books (where I really, really wanted to interrogate the shopkeeper on her method of organization, that I might apply it to my own household). Oh yeah, I found Kikaida, Mariko. Three weeks later.
Dinner consisted of some of the best pizza we'd had in a while at a tiny deserted bar off the main drag. As skeptical as I was while being IDed by an elderly woman who could barely read my passport, they knew EXACTLY how much bread and cheese should go into each pizza. The Irrational and Bean departed to hear the ramblings of one wise sage.
The Old Pequliar was our next destination for beer and pool, where Xian demonstrated some of the finest trick shots I'd ever seen. Hell, I can't even launch a cue ball across the room. The familiar sound of 'Be Aggressive' by Faith No More drew me into the kitchen where I spoke with Dave the cook for a while about Mr. Patton and his recent exploits.
The Animation Show (vol. 2) was our entertainment for the evening, a film festival started by Mike Judge and Don Hertzfeldt, to prove that animators could organize and facilitate such events on their own (yeah, smells like Spike and Mike retribution). I think we all managed to intermittently nap, so between the five of us (Xian, Miyuki, Mariko, Jen and myself) we DID see the whole thing. Here's what I remember:
GUARD DOG
Bill Plympton's latest short about a paranoid dog who perceived every living creature in the park to be a threat to his owner. Many laughs were had, it was reminiscent of the first five minutes of Gozu (Yakuza Attack Dog!).
HELLO
An Aussie short by Jonathan Nix. I thought it was really cute. The story of an analog ghetto box, unable to splice together a message quickly enough to attract the attention of a digital neighbor whom he's falling for. In the end, the gramophone (grandpa) prevails with an old school message of love.
THE MEANING OF LIFE
Don Hertzfeldt's latest short that explores the evolution of mankind, through various stages of hideous mutation. During the modern day segment, we get a hilarious glimpse at social interactions of characters who repeat the same out-of-context phrases over and over.
WARD 13
Another Aussie short by Peter Cornwell, who took years to produce this stop-motion masterpiece. After a car accident leaves a man bandaged from head-to-toe in a hospital ward, he soon realizes that the patients there are undergoing hideous experiments and seeks to escape an inevitable fate. I loved the wheelchair chase scene reminiscent of the last five minutes of 'the wrong trousers'. I'm just such a fanatic when it comes to old school stop motion animation.
Special mention should go to 'Pan with us' by Dave Russo, a live action stop-motion short that traces Pan's spirit (an eagle) through familiar urban scenery that must have taken months to collect. Narrated with the Robert Frost poem.
Wanna see the gargoyle?
So Xian took us under the Aurora Street Bridge to see the Fremont Troll, a piece constructed by four artists in 1990, sporting a hubcap for his left eye and a crushed Volkswagen in his left hand. This is the traditional starting point for Halloween (Trolloween) pub crawls.
Kudos to Xian for playing tour guide and putting up with our 'are we there yet?' moments, of which there were many; however, tongue planted firmly in cheek. Yep, Seattle ranks right up there with Adelaide, Cologne and Malibu for places that just felt like home.
The early afternoon was anchored around the Westlake shopping center from which each member of our intrepid band (and various permutations of said band) had access by foot or monorail to hot topic, suncoast video, electronics boutique, the largest (and scariest) cosmetics store in the western world (mary kay?), zanadu comics and the fish market (more than just fish, but that's all you can really smell). I'm still in amazement over the selection at Easy Street Music as well, take Zulu and triple it.
Later that afternoon, we decided to check out Xian's old/possibly next neighborhood, Ballard. So was it everything Almost Live built it up to be? Crazy retired Norwegians driving down the center of the road, wipers on, seatbelt dangling out from underneath the door? Actually, it was pretty quiet.
We made it out to Scarecrow video (Of which I must open a franchise in Coquitlam, if only as a service to all of mankind), half price books and a closed cinema books (where I really, really wanted to interrogate the shopkeeper on her method of organization, that I might apply it to my own household). Oh yeah, I found Kikaida, Mariko. Three weeks later.
Dinner consisted of some of the best pizza we'd had in a while at a tiny deserted bar off the main drag. As skeptical as I was while being IDed by an elderly woman who could barely read my passport, they knew EXACTLY how much bread and cheese should go into each pizza. The Irrational and Bean departed to hear the ramblings of one wise sage.
The Old Pequliar was our next destination for beer and pool, where Xian demonstrated some of the finest trick shots I'd ever seen. Hell, I can't even launch a cue ball across the room. The familiar sound of 'Be Aggressive' by Faith No More drew me into the kitchen where I spoke with Dave the cook for a while about Mr. Patton and his recent exploits.
The Animation Show (vol. 2) was our entertainment for the evening, a film festival started by Mike Judge and Don Hertzfeldt, to prove that animators could organize and facilitate such events on their own (yeah, smells like Spike and Mike retribution). I think we all managed to intermittently nap, so between the five of us (Xian, Miyuki, Mariko, Jen and myself) we DID see the whole thing. Here's what I remember:
GUARD DOG
Bill Plympton's latest short about a paranoid dog who perceived every living creature in the park to be a threat to his owner. Many laughs were had, it was reminiscent of the first five minutes of Gozu (Yakuza Attack Dog!).
HELLO
An Aussie short by Jonathan Nix. I thought it was really cute. The story of an analog ghetto box, unable to splice together a message quickly enough to attract the attention of a digital neighbor whom he's falling for. In the end, the gramophone (grandpa) prevails with an old school message of love.
THE MEANING OF LIFE
Don Hertzfeldt's latest short that explores the evolution of mankind, through various stages of hideous mutation. During the modern day segment, we get a hilarious glimpse at social interactions of characters who repeat the same out-of-context phrases over and over.
WARD 13
Another Aussie short by Peter Cornwell, who took years to produce this stop-motion masterpiece. After a car accident leaves a man bandaged from head-to-toe in a hospital ward, he soon realizes that the patients there are undergoing hideous experiments and seeks to escape an inevitable fate. I loved the wheelchair chase scene reminiscent of the last five minutes of 'the wrong trousers'. I'm just such a fanatic when it comes to old school stop motion animation.
Special mention should go to 'Pan with us' by Dave Russo, a live action stop-motion short that traces Pan's spirit (an eagle) through familiar urban scenery that must have taken months to collect. Narrated with the Robert Frost poem.
Wanna see the gargoyle?
So Xian took us under the Aurora Street Bridge to see the Fremont Troll, a piece constructed by four artists in 1990, sporting a hubcap for his left eye and a crushed Volkswagen in his left hand. This is the traditional starting point for Halloween (Trolloween) pub crawls.
Kudos to Xian for playing tour guide and putting up with our 'are we there yet?' moments, of which there were many; however, tongue planted firmly in cheek. Yep, Seattle ranks right up there with Adelaide, Cologne and Malibu for places that just felt like home.
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Sunday, February 20, 2005
Wednesday, February 16, 2005
oops need to move it a week. UNDEAD CASTING CALL!
Sorry all due to lack of funds and lack of organization shooting is delayed for a week.
Hey all finishing up the shooting for the short. I need three people to be UNDEAD. A few more to be corpses on cold cement for the night of SAT. MAR, 5TH. Watch an amateur movie be made. I might even feed you and supply with hot cocoa.
E-mail me if interested or reply in the comments.
beezlebozoclown@yahoo.com
Hey all finishing up the shooting for the short. I need three people to be UNDEAD. A few more to be corpses on cold cement for the night of SAT. MAR, 5TH. Watch an amateur movie be made. I might even feed you and supply with hot cocoa.
E-mail me if interested or reply in the comments.
beezlebozoclown@yahoo.com
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Tuesday, February 08, 2005
House Party at Karen's
ok.
Fate is a strange thing.
constantchange8@hotmail.com
Fate is a strange thing.
I've just been told we are having our House Warming Party for "The Slack Shack" this Friday the 11th of Feb.
As many of you know, (all of you?) I recently caused some well meant but drunkenly reasoned havoc at a Clubhouse shin dig. So, without further ado, here's a chance to come rip it up at my place. Ah how quickly the tables turn. lol
hope to see you all.. big hugs
constantchange8@hotmail.com
St. Patrick's Day
Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaby boy.
So, since Saturday was a hit, the Clubhouse has assigned itself another party for March19 18, 2005 at around 8pm.
Feel free to bring your friends, and leave those you don't know where you found them (it makes for a much more relaxed gathering).
So, since Saturday was a hit, the Clubhouse has assigned itself another party for March
Feel free to bring your friends, and leave those you don't know where you found them (it makes for a much more relaxed gathering).
Monday, February 07, 2005
Last Minute Reminder & The Rest of February
Hey Kids,
Just wanted to remind y'all that the D.o.S. is back tonight, starting at 7pm. Please R.S.V.P. if you can make it and bring your pennies for the pop fund.
The itinerary:
7pm: Business is Business [1971] -- Paul Verhoeven's take on the red light district in Amsterdam in the '60's. 'Nough said.
9pm: Turkish Delight [1973] -- Hot Rutger Hauer butt shots!! Rutger Hauer's butt!!! Mmmm, Rutger Hauer...
Also, while we're at it here's the schedule for the next Movie Night:
Monday February 22 (the day before my birthday, hint, hint)
Fantasia Favourites (As in the Film Festival in Montreal)
7pm: 9 Souls [2003] -- I understand this is the early show, but everyone must try to make it for this movie. Easily my favorite movie I saw last year. You can read my gushing review on Film Threat if you want to know what it's about, but trust me, this is a great, great film.
9pm: Ping Pong [2002] -- Incorrectly marketed in the West as the Japanese cousin of "Shaolin Soccer", I'd say this movie is more like a wackier sports themed take on "School of Rock". Funny, exciting and extremely inspirational this is a fabulous film for all ages and even had the jaded Montreal crowd cheering along with the film. Don't miss out on one of the best sports films ever. No really.
That is all. Hope to see you there.
~meeko
Just wanted to remind y'all that the D.o.S. is back tonight, starting at 7pm. Please R.S.V.P. if you can make it and bring your pennies for the pop fund.
The itinerary:
7pm: Business is Business [1971] -- Paul Verhoeven's take on the red light district in Amsterdam in the '60's. 'Nough said.
9pm: Turkish Delight [1973] -- Hot Rutger Hauer butt shots!! Rutger Hauer's butt!!! Mmmm, Rutger Hauer...
Also, while we're at it here's the schedule for the next Movie Night:
Monday February 22 (the day before my birthday, hint, hint)
Fantasia Favourites (As in the Film Festival in Montreal)
7pm: 9 Souls [2003] -- I understand this is the early show, but everyone must try to make it for this movie. Easily my favorite movie I saw last year. You can read my gushing review on Film Threat if you want to know what it's about, but trust me, this is a great, great film.
9pm: Ping Pong [2002] -- Incorrectly marketed in the West as the Japanese cousin of "Shaolin Soccer", I'd say this movie is more like a wackier sports themed take on "School of Rock". Funny, exciting and extremely inspirational this is a fabulous film for all ages and even had the jaded Montreal crowd cheering along with the film. Don't miss out on one of the best sports films ever. No really.
That is all. Hope to see you there.
~meeko
Sunday, February 06, 2005
Saturday, February 05, 2005
Because everything CNN says is true...
Thursday, February 03, 2005
Just out of curiosity:
How many people are signed up for this thing? I just realised I no longer had any idea who everyone on here is or how many there were.
How about a "getting to know you" comment on the topic of...errr...let's pick an easy one.
How did you meet The Bean?
I'll get it rolling. I met her through my ex, who was friends with her and Mister Eff.
How about a "getting to know you" comment on the topic of...errr...let's pick an easy one.
How did you meet The Bean?
I'll get it rolling. I met her through my ex, who was friends with her and Mister Eff.
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR GRAEME...
Anyone can post Happy Birthdays to whoever, but I beat you to it.
Now, send a comment to Graeme to inform him he's getting old as of today.
Now, send a comment to Graeme to inform him he's getting old as of today.
Tuesday, February 01, 2005
Not quite as great as kittens...
...but hilarious none the less. Hey this is a short by a lovely fellow I work with. Check out Hooped!.
Checked out the first few episodes of Wonderfalls which comes out on DVD today. They were....wait for it...wonderful. To those who impulse buy their DVDs I suggest picking this one up.
Checked out the first few episodes of Wonderfalls which comes out on DVD today. They were....wait for it...wonderful. To those who impulse buy their DVDs I suggest picking this one up.
Monday, January 31, 2005
Xtra Special D.o.S. Screening This Wednesday
Hey folks,
Sorry for the late notice, but I just found out about this myself. This Wednesday (Feb 2/05) at 7:30pm there will be a very special screening at the Den of Sin of "Om Gottes Willen", Nina Hagen's documentary about her spiritual travels through India. There will likely be chanting before or after the screening as well and a special surprise guest (but if you ask really nice I might tell you). Please RSVP so that I know someone is coming. If you can make it I highly recommend it. This will be a night to remember.
~meeko
Sorry for the late notice, but I just found out about this myself. This Wednesday (Feb 2/05) at 7:30pm there will be a very special screening at the Den of Sin of "Om Gottes Willen", Nina Hagen's documentary about her spiritual travels through India. There will likely be chanting before or after the screening as well and a special surprise guest (but if you ask really nice I might tell you). Please RSVP so that I know someone is coming. If you can make it I highly recommend it. This will be a night to remember.
~meeko
The Triumphant Return of the D.o.S.
Okay kiddies, we're finally back. With a new day and everything. So, next Monday prepare to get your rocks off yet again:
Monday February 7/05
Verhoeven Night Part 2
7pm: Business is Business [1971] -- Verhoeven's first film to receive distribution in the US this is slice 'o life kind of picture, kind of comedic, kind of dramatic... set in Holland's famous red light district. AKA Diary of a Hooker, AKA Any Special Way. A must see for fans of Verhoeven's early work.
9pm: Turkish Delight [1973] -- An extra yummy Rutger Hauer stars a Dutch sculpter who has a stormy affair with a young girl. Told in flash back it's kinda like a Dutch (read: sexier, less sappy) take on "Love Story".
Next D.o.S. night will be Monday February 21/05. Schedule to follow. Plus, a special weekend edition of the D.o.S. with mystery guest. Maybe. Details to follow.
Monday February 7/05
Verhoeven Night Part 2
7pm: Business is Business [1971] -- Verhoeven's first film to receive distribution in the US this is slice 'o life kind of picture, kind of comedic, kind of dramatic... set in Holland's famous red light district. AKA Diary of a Hooker, AKA Any Special Way. A must see for fans of Verhoeven's early work.
9pm: Turkish Delight [1973] -- An extra yummy Rutger Hauer stars a Dutch sculpter who has a stormy affair with a young girl. Told in flash back it's kinda like a Dutch (read: sexier, less sappy) take on "Love Story".
Next D.o.S. night will be Monday February 21/05. Schedule to follow. Plus, a special weekend edition of the D.o.S. with mystery guest. Maybe. Details to follow.
Monday, January 24, 2005
Rather than go to a comic-con, Grae decided to celebrate turning 28
Saturday February 5
Details sketchy, but Clubhouse gathering at some point that night, etc.
Details sketchy, but Clubhouse gathering at some point that night, etc.
Sunday, January 23, 2005
oh. emm. gee. wantwantwant!
bean can have her pixelblocks... I want the cubes... these are so freakin' sweet. it's like playmobil for disenfranchised gen-xers...
my birthday is five months away. I expect all of you to chip in a few bucks to get me my own start-up company. of which I will rule with an iron fist.
my birthday is five months away. I expect all of you to chip in a few bucks to get me my own start-up company. of which I will rule with an iron fist.
Thursday, January 20, 2005
if the red cross can find paul's hand...
I know there has been talk of a road trip to seattle to witness none other than yours truly getting his ass kicked by a cartoonist half his size for copyright infringements involving a tattoo, but there is another trip worth mentioning...
the following weekend (valentine's weekend, no less), cinerama has a lord of the rings marathon for $35.
for those of you who haven't been to the cinerama, it is the COOLEST movie theatre on the planet. paul allen dropped a buttload of money into renovating it. it's even got stars on the ceiling!
anyway, you guys can discuss... comic con on the 5th, or lotr marathon on the 12th.
if paul's remains are recovered in time, perhaps even his hand could be present for corinne to hold the entire time...
the following weekend (valentine's weekend, no less), cinerama has a lord of the rings marathon for $35.
for those of you who haven't been to the cinerama, it is the COOLEST movie theatre on the planet. paul allen dropped a buttload of money into renovating it. it's even got stars on the ceiling!
anyway, you guys can discuss... comic con on the 5th, or lotr marathon on the 12th.
if paul's remains are recovered in time, perhaps even his hand could be present for corinne to hold the entire time...
Wednesday, January 19, 2005
This is SO awesome!
Sean just sent me this link and requested the exact dimensions of my patio. Wouldn't this be the perfect addition in time for a housewarming?
Yet another inflatable item to add to my wishlist.
KAYAK...the other is a KAYAK!
Merry Christmas Haloscan.
-Duke
Yet another inflatable item to add to my wishlist.
KAYAK...the other is a KAYAK!
Merry Christmas Haloscan.
-Duke
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
Shame on Burton, Shaun on Romero!
'First there was George Romero's classic 1978 zombie movie Dawn of the Dead. Then, last year, came the spoof of the movie, Shaun of the Dead. Now, Romero has a new film in the works, Land of the Dead, in which members of the cast of last year's spoof will be featured, one of the stars of the new movies has disclosed. John Leguizamo, who says he plays "a zombie killer" in the new movie, told the website ComingSoon.net, "I've got my own hypothesis too about [why Romero included the Shaun cast]. ... The beauty about Romero is that there's always been a sense of humor about things. I mean, there's always a little bit of a wink to it."' (imdb 1/18/05)
Monday, January 17, 2005
why, lard, why?
I'll admit, I was hopeful when I saw johnny depp was pegged as willy wonka. still didn't understand why they'd bother remaking the movie (yes, money, fuck you), but I figured if anyone could pull it off, he could.
then I saw this.
there is no god. or worse yet, this is proof there is, and all those fuckers who like dubya are right...
then I saw this.
there is no god. or worse yet, this is proof there is, and all those fuckers who like dubya are right...
Thursday, January 13, 2005
HOUSEWARMING
Of the long anticipated variety.
Saturday, January 29th, 7:00pm on.
I'll have the place completely fixed up by then...hopefully balcony and party room will be available.
Email me for directions and details.
nakatomica at lycos dot com
Saturday, January 29th, 7:00pm on.
I'll have the place completely fixed up by then...hopefully balcony and party room will be available.
Email me for directions and details.
nakatomica at lycos dot com
Wednesday, January 12, 2005
best. essay. ever.
good lard, I wish I would have had the balls to write something like this in college...
it's too fucking good to be real.
it's too fucking good to be real.
Sunday, January 09, 2005
Tuesday, January 04, 2005
Update on B-day
I am going out to Kitto's for sushi before dancing, at 8:30 pm wednesday the 5th of january, come one, come all. Then we will be going dancing at the Lotus until whatever time I get tired. Hope to see you there.
Nick
Nick
Monday, January 03, 2005
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