Monday, April 10, 2006
Party This Friday!!!!!
There will be a Party at my house on Friday April the 14th 2006. Come after 7pm, bring something to drink, and bring a friend. If you need directions or other information email me: formatdrivec@gmail.com.
DESTROYER
Wednesday at Richards on Richards. This show is going to be super sweet, you should come if you like music that is good.
Tickets $14 at Zulu, Scratch, Red Cat.
Tickets $14 at Zulu, Scratch, Red Cat.
Saturday, April 08, 2006
I don't ever want to go to prison...
...except maybe for the tats and getting all buff. This week it's a prison movie double bill
Mon. Apr. 10
7pm American Me (1992): I saw this as a wee youngster, my first exposure to realistic (though dramatized) prison life and the images seen have forever scarred my psyche. Santana, A young street thug from East L.A. who after being arrested for a break in and becomes part of the "legalistic machine" including an 18 year stint in Folsom Prison. After being released he finds the outside life just as harsh as inside. Edward James Olmos (Admiral Adama to you geeks out there) stars and directs for the first time this crime epic. 126 min.
9pm Penitentiary II (1982): After earning his parole by winning the prison boxing tournament, Martel "Too Sweet" Gordone is tired of fighting and wants to move on to a more peaceful life. Too bad for him his prison nemesis Half Dead has broken out and murders Clarisse, Too Short's girlfriend. It's back to prison boxing training (one of the trainers played by Mr. T) and rising the ranks until he can confront Half Dead again. This over the top (and some have said all out shitty) prison boxing film comes heavily recommended by Sinister Sam. BYOB. 99 min.
Next week: "Charlie Murphy has a funnier brother? That's crazy talk."
Mon. Apr. 10
7pm American Me (1992): I saw this as a wee youngster, my first exposure to realistic (though dramatized) prison life and the images seen have forever scarred my psyche. Santana, A young street thug from East L.A. who after being arrested for a break in and becomes part of the "legalistic machine" including an 18 year stint in Folsom Prison. After being released he finds the outside life just as harsh as inside. Edward James Olmos (Admiral Adama to you geeks out there) stars and directs for the first time this crime epic. 126 min.
9pm Penitentiary II (1982): After earning his parole by winning the prison boxing tournament, Martel "Too Sweet" Gordone is tired of fighting and wants to move on to a more peaceful life. Too bad for him his prison nemesis Half Dead has broken out and murders Clarisse, Too Short's girlfriend. It's back to prison boxing training (one of the trainers played by Mr. T) and rising the ranks until he can confront Half Dead again. This over the top (and some have said all out shitty) prison boxing film comes heavily recommended by Sinister Sam. BYOB. 99 min.
Next week: "Charlie Murphy has a funnier brother? That's crazy talk."
Friday, April 07, 2006
There's nothing like last minute blogging...
My house (address in forum) Tomorrow Saturday April 8th
7pm-ish
Housewarming
Bring booze ... and possibly music (if you don't want to be listening to "flute a la francais" (really good album but probably not your style).
lots of love
R
7pm-ish
Housewarming
Bring booze ... and possibly music (if you don't want to be listening to "flute a la francais" (really good album but probably not your style).
lots of love
R
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
SLITHER and JESUS IS MAGIC
Hey hey.
Seeing a couple of movies this week. First up Owen and myself are heading to the 7:20 show of SLITHER at Granville 7 downtown. Looks pretty hilarious and the browncoats should show up for Mr Nathan Fillion playing a completely out of his depth sheriff.
Second up the Jewish Film Festival added another showing of Sarah Silverman: Jesus is Magic at midnight this Saturday. You can order tickets over the phone (604-488-4300) or online. Hope to see a few of you there.
Adios.
Seeing a couple of movies this week. First up Owen and myself are heading to the 7:20 show of SLITHER at Granville 7 downtown. Looks pretty hilarious and the browncoats should show up for Mr Nathan Fillion playing a completely out of his depth sheriff.
Second up the Jewish Film Festival added another showing of Sarah Silverman: Jesus is Magic at midnight this Saturday. You can order tickets over the phone (604-488-4300) or online. Hope to see a few of you there.
Adios.
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Dial D for Drawings
This weekend, Mariko and I drove to Seattle to attend the comicon and visit Christian and Miyuki. One of the big attractions was the prospect of getting sketches from my two favorite comics artists, and I scored big time. These are some Sandman characters that suited their styles, and I can think of quite a few of you who might dig this artwork:
Desire by Adam Hughes
Destruction by Tony Harris
Still sleep-deprived from the trip...
Desire by Adam Hughes
Destruction by Tony Harris
Still sleep-deprived from the trip...
Monday, April 03, 2006
Concert tonight
Thursday are playing at the Croatian Cultural Centre tonight for an early, all ages show.
WARNING:
1) It's all-ages. This means that there is going to be alot more energy than you average bar show.
2) It's at the Croatian Cultural Centre. The acoustics here are second to none for terrible.
3) Tickets cost (w/service charges, which may be avoided by buying at the door) $29.55 each.
All three of the above listed things on their own could keep me away from most shows. However, Thursday is one of my most favourite bands (and certainly one of the louder of my favourites).
Hope to see you there! (note: early show means 6pm doors)
WARNING:
1) It's all-ages. This means that there is going to be alot more energy than you average bar show.
2) It's at the Croatian Cultural Centre. The acoustics here are second to none for terrible.
3) Tickets cost (w/service charges, which may be avoided by buying at the door) $29.55 each.
All three of the above listed things on their own could keep me away from most shows. However, Thursday is one of my most favourite bands (and certainly one of the louder of my favourites).
Hope to see you there! (note: early show means 6pm doors)
I know I usually post sh*t
but,
my sister's Dad sent me this and he works for the UN in Germany so it has his stamp of..
well his exact words were..
"I am not a big fan of government conspiracy theories, but this film does ask some pretty tough questions. (Some had occurred to me independently, aswell, such as the ability to use cell phones in a plane up 30,000 feet, and the weirdness around the pentagon "crash.") But hey, judge for yourself.-j
If you have high speed, I DARE you to watch this...
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8260059923762628848
"One of the saddest lessons of history is this: If we've been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. We're no longer interested in finding out the truth. The bamboozle has captured us. It's simply too painful to acknowledge, even to ourselves, that we've been taken. Once you give a charlatan power over you, you almost never get it back."
Sagan."
It's an hour and twenty long.. some parts are a little slow but it has a lot of cool factual details.. but see for yourself..
my sister's Dad sent me this and he works for the UN in Germany so it has his stamp of..
well his exact words were..
"I am not a big fan of government conspiracy theories, but this film does ask some pretty tough questions. (Some had occurred to me independently, aswell, such as the ability to use cell phones in a plane up 30,000 feet, and the weirdness around the pentagon "crash.") But hey, judge for yourself.-j
If you have high speed, I DARE you to watch this...
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8260059923762628848
"One of the saddest lessons of history is this: If we've been bamboozled long enough, we tend to reject any evidence of the bamboozle. We're no longer interested in finding out the truth. The bamboozle has captured us. It's simply too painful to acknowledge, even to ourselves, that we've been taken. Once you give a charlatan power over you, you almost never get it back."
Sagan."
It's an hour and twenty long.. some parts are a little slow but it has a lot of cool factual details.. but see for yourself..
Sunday, April 02, 2006
Ballet anyone?
Ballet B.C. is putting on a a ballet version of Streetcar Named Desire, choreographed by John Allyne who is an amazing, contemporary ballet choreographer. Rush tickets for students are 20$. My sfu ID has nothing on it to indicate whether or not it's still valid so i was gonna see if anyone else is interested heading down early to get rush tickets sometime this week. Runs April 6-8, 8pm or saturday tea time matinee(not sure if rush applies for this time though).
post a reply in the comments or call me if you are interested. I was thinking of going thursday or friday.
post a reply in the comments or call me if you are interested. I was thinking of going thursday or friday.
Saturday, April 01, 2006
MOVIE NIGHT: we be UNDER SIEGE by hired guns and ghosts
This week boys and girls it's siege night.
Mon. Apr. 3rd
7pm RIO BRAVO (1959): The siege classic and archetype of pretty much all that follow. John Wayne, a small time sheriff, needs some help keeping a murderer under custody while the murderer's powerful rancher brother has sent many hired guns to get him out. Wayne enlists the help of a drunken Dean Martin, young gun fighting Ricky Nelson and crippled Walter Brennan to help him hold out until the Marshal arrives.
"When I'm getting serious about a girl, I show her Rio Bravo and she better fucking like it."
-Quentin Tarantino
9pm GHOST OF MARS (2001): A police unit is sent to a Martian outpost to transport bad ass criminal mo-fo Ice Cube back to justice. At a nearby archaeological dig an ancient relic has been uncovered unleashing the vengeful spirits of the planet's ancient warrior inhabitants, who now possess the bodies of humans with the intent to destroy more humans. Considered shit on its release this movie seems to be gaining a small cult following. Hopefully we'll see what they're talking about however it seriously could be this small cult has never seen Rio Bravo or Assault on Precinct 13 which means they have no clue.
Coming soon: Eddie Murphy stand-up double bill (postponing it for you Brendan) and Prisons Suck double feature with some Edward James Olmos goodness.
Mon. Apr. 3rd
7pm RIO BRAVO (1959): The siege classic and archetype of pretty much all that follow. John Wayne, a small time sheriff, needs some help keeping a murderer under custody while the murderer's powerful rancher brother has sent many hired guns to get him out. Wayne enlists the help of a drunken Dean Martin, young gun fighting Ricky Nelson and crippled Walter Brennan to help him hold out until the Marshal arrives.
"When I'm getting serious about a girl, I show her Rio Bravo and she better fucking like it."
-Quentin Tarantino
9pm GHOST OF MARS (2001): A police unit is sent to a Martian outpost to transport bad ass criminal mo-fo Ice Cube back to justice. At a nearby archaeological dig an ancient relic has been uncovered unleashing the vengeful spirits of the planet's ancient warrior inhabitants, who now possess the bodies of humans with the intent to destroy more humans. Considered shit on its release this movie seems to be gaining a small cult following. Hopefully we'll see what they're talking about however it seriously could be this small cult has never seen Rio Bravo or Assault on Precinct 13 which means they have no clue.
Coming soon: Eddie Murphy stand-up double bill (postponing it for you Brendan) and Prisons Suck double feature with some Edward James Olmos goodness.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
Reminder: Evil Film School This Thursday!
Hey Everybody!
Just wanted to remind y'all that Evil Film School's "Freak Out" is happening TODAY!! @ Blim (197 E. 17th @ Main).
Doors: 7pm
Movies: 7:30
Admission: a mere $5
For more info go to www.evilfilmschool.com
Monday, March 27, 2006
Writing Club is Postponed/Moved
I'm sorry I know the whole point was to keep strict deadlines. But I am way way too busy to organize and clean house. I am to busy (ironically) writing my thesis and packing for my move on Saturday. If someone wants to offer to hold it at their house tomorrow perhaps it can still go on but the clubhouse with both Bean and I packing is not available. Sorry. It can be moved to my new house(address in forum) next Tuesday if need be.
Feel free to give me a DOOMY LOOK OF DISAPOINTMENT next time you see me (though I bet yours isn't as good as mine).
R
Feel free to give me a DOOMY LOOK OF DISAPOINTMENT next time you see me (though I bet yours isn't as good as mine).
R
In case you missed it...
There will be a pajama housewarming party on Saturday April 15th. I'll probably start in the early afternoon, maybe with some video games, pirates, tour of my neighbourhood, etc. I'll order in pizza dinner (for the movers in my life this weekend, your pizza will be FREE!) and pop in the first movie. Intermission will occur and popcorn will be popped (maybe... I need a microwave/popper before then), maybe some chips or other snack-like items. Feel free to bring snacks yourself. I'll plunk in a second movie, which we will inevitably talk through. Perhaps some gaming to follow? It's going to be looser that I am outlining, so feel free to throw suggestions into the pile.
Cake and singing will be offered for birthday girls in attendance.
Cake and singing will be offered for birthday girls in attendance.
Sunday, March 26, 2006
Meat Day
I am planning an excursion to Memphis Blues on Friday March 31st to eat a lot of meat. I was thinking 7:00 or so, reply to this if you want to come so that I can get numbers and if need be make reservations.
PS I reserve Friday the 14th for the party at my place. Reasoning: TBD.
PPS They now have "The Priscilla," which is twice the size of the "Elvis Platter."
PS I reserve Friday the 14th for the party at my place. Reasoning: TBD.
PPS They now have "The Priscilla," which is twice the size of the "Elvis Platter."
Housewarming
I am reserving Saturday April 8th for a housewarming which for those who show up early will be a help Rachael unpack the last few boxes party.
I will put up a proper post closer to the time.
R
I will put up a proper post closer to the time.
R
Head pounding...memory hazy...
Though I wouldn't expect to be singing "Like a virgin" in front of the entire 298 or blindly agreeing to be tattooed, though temp, in a rational headspace. So yes, much appreciation to Avery's friend at the Cambie who we ran into once everyone dispersed from the Irish Heather. Indeed we only hit a handful of places, but we made 'em count.
Thanks to everyone that joined us throughout the night, I'm off to get coffee...
Saturday, March 25, 2006
movie night: ASIAN PANDEMIC
It's a virus-a-go-go this week. Sorry for leading you guys on about the Cary Grant night but that's postponed indefinitely for personal reasons (Apologies to Jessica, Kat and Jill).
Mon. Mar.27
7pm Virus (1980): The uncut Kinji Fukasaku film. Watch the human world die not only through a military engineered virus but also earthquakes and nuclear fire. WHOOOO! A very emotional film with an all star cast, Sonny Chiba, George Kennedy, Robert Vaughn, Edward James Olmos and best of all an over the top HENRY SILVA. Running time is 155 minutes so we're starting right at 7. Please be on time.
9:30pm Ebola Syndrome (1996): Straight up Hong Kong gore. No slapstick bullshit (as far as I know) this time. A gangster returning from hiding in South Africa is now a carrier of the gruesome ebola virus (after contracting it from raping, killing, chopping up, cooking and serving an infected girl)and is now spreading it around Hong Kong. Outrageous sex and gore. Not for the faint of heart.
See you then.
Mon. Mar.27
7pm Virus (1980): The uncut Kinji Fukasaku film. Watch the human world die not only through a military engineered virus but also earthquakes and nuclear fire. WHOOOO! A very emotional film with an all star cast, Sonny Chiba, George Kennedy, Robert Vaughn, Edward James Olmos and best of all an over the top HENRY SILVA. Running time is 155 minutes so we're starting right at 7. Please be on time.
9:30pm Ebola Syndrome (1996): Straight up Hong Kong gore. No slapstick bullshit (as far as I know) this time. A gangster returning from hiding in South Africa is now a carrier of the gruesome ebola virus (after contracting it from raping, killing, chopping up, cooking and serving an infected girl)and is now spreading it around Hong Kong. Outrageous sex and gore. Not for the faint of heart.
See you then.
Friday, March 24, 2006
Oh My God!
It just struck me that I'm moving into my very first place by myself.. eep..
(it's ok to laugh.. let it out..)
I'm in a panic a bit.. soo.. will people please come over after my move on Sunday the 26th just to say hi, look at my bare walls and tell me bedtime stories.. drinking is encouraged and I plan to get 80 bucks worth of beer to share for the whole moving day..
check the forum for my cell number and addy.. if you can't make it no worries..
ya really, I'll be busy the actual day.. It's just sitting here thinking about it that's driving me mad..
movers, start your threadin's..
I'm scared!!!
(it's ok to laugh.. let it out..)
I'm in a panic a bit.. soo.. will people please come over after my move on Sunday the 26th just to say hi, look at my bare walls and tell me bedtime stories.. drinking is encouraged and I plan to get 80 bucks worth of beer to share for the whole moving day..
check the forum for my cell number and addy.. if you can't make it no worries..
ya really, I'll be busy the actual day.. It's just sitting here thinking about it that's driving me mad..
movers, start your threadin's..
Thursday, March 23, 2006
The Crawl to 30
Hey everyone, it's been a busy week between vancouver island and an interview, but I'm plotting a course as we (well, I) speak for saturday. I'm suggesting a starting point of Broadway skytrain station for 5:30pm, at which point we'll take the 99B west and hit Moderne Burger (closes at 9), then Hell's Kitchen for funky highballs.
Also planned: the cambie, the ivanhoe, irish heather, the bourbon, uncle fatih's, sweet cherubim (closes at 10), the 298, Asbalt? Rugby club? I'm hoping the weather will hold out so we can possibly add a scenic place or two.
I omitted Uranus and Rime due to cover. Meeting point for Broadway station can be just up on the platform. Check the forum for my cell, it'll be on all night...
Also planned: the cambie, the ivanhoe, irish heather, the bourbon, uncle fatih's, sweet cherubim (closes at 10), the 298, Asbalt? Rugby club? I'm hoping the weather will hold out so we can possibly add a scenic place or two.
I omitted Uranus and Rime due to cover. Meeting point for Broadway station can be just up on the platform. Check the forum for my cell, it'll be on all night...
Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Monday, March 20, 2006
A ray of joy in a storm of shit.
copy and paste then rejoice bitches.
http://billywest.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=2011&PN=1
http://billywest.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=2011&PN=1
Sunday, March 19, 2006
OK, Two more things I want to share..
http://petistic.blogspot.com/
First.. I'm in love with the scuba dogs on here..
Second thing is I'm going to the Backstage Lounge on Granville Island to see The Populars on Thursday.. show starts at 9pm.. so excited..
They have a Myspace account if you want to hear four of their songs..
I saw them in Winnipeg.. really great live show.. the lead singer can do the splits.. the drummer is left handed and they just all banter really well..
Why do I think Clubhousers would like this show?? They have a song about Anna Nicole Smiths dead ex.. the music is straight up punk rock.. basically, Duke I'm lookin at you.. lol
love, peace, socks
First.. I'm in love with the scuba dogs on here..
Second thing is I'm going to the Backstage Lounge on Granville Island to see The Populars on Thursday.. show starts at 9pm.. so excited..
They have a Myspace account if you want to hear four of their songs..
I saw them in Winnipeg.. really great live show.. the lead singer can do the splits.. the drummer is left handed and they just all banter really well..
Why do I think Clubhousers would like this show?? They have a song about Anna Nicole Smiths dead ex.. the music is straight up punk rock.. basically, Duke I'm lookin at you.. lol
love, peace, socks
Saturday, March 18, 2006
For real. DEN OF SIN.
Just a repost.
This week it's CANNIBAL CUISINE NIGHT (as opposed to eating the raw human flesh off with your teeth).
Mon. Mar.13th (Hey it's Damon's B-day)
7pm The Untold Story: Human Meat Roast Pork Buns (1992): Hong Kong Code III terror. A freshly severed hand washes up on the beach and the squadron of cops assigned to investigate it follow the trail to the mysteriously new owner of Eight Immortals Restaurant, which serves delicious pork bao. I think you can take it from there. Not a mere slasher cannibal comedy but a ghastly and unsettling experience. Come on we've been through "Irreversible", you can take it.
9pm Motel Hell (1980): "It takes all kinds of critters...to make Farmer Vincents fritters." The horror classic that I'm ashamed to say I never heard of it before I started going to Cinemuerte. A fave of many, will it be yours?
Hope to see a lot of you here.
Next week a total change of pace. Cary Grant double bill.
This week it's CANNIBAL CUISINE NIGHT (as opposed to eating the raw human flesh off with your teeth).
Mon. Mar.13th (Hey it's Damon's B-day)
7pm The Untold Story: Human Meat Roast Pork Buns (1992): Hong Kong Code III terror. A freshly severed hand washes up on the beach and the squadron of cops assigned to investigate it follow the trail to the mysteriously new owner of Eight Immortals Restaurant, which serves delicious pork bao. I think you can take it from there. Not a mere slasher cannibal comedy but a ghastly and unsettling experience. Come on we've been through "Irreversible", you can take it.
9pm Motel Hell (1980): "It takes all kinds of critters...to make Farmer Vincents fritters." The horror classic that I'm ashamed to say I never heard of it before I started going to Cinemuerte. A fave of many, will it be yours?
Hope to see a lot of you here.
Next week a total change of pace. Cary Grant double bill.
I've had it with these snakes!
http://www.tagworld.com/snakesonaplane
Can we finally go and see a movie horribly drunk? Can it be this one? I know we've said that we'd do it before... but this time, can we actually do it?
The following people must go:
- Mike (for originally turning me on to this)
- BJ (for making me watch "Dragon Storm")
- Graeme (probably the only one who will go "HELL YEAH" when he sees the trailer)
- Mariko (because she'll actually drink my moonshine, and for playing a part in the "Dragon Storm" incident)
- Corinne (For falling asleep during "Boa Vs. Python")
- Everyone else (because I hate you and want to see you in pain)
I'll bring the moonshine and air-sickness bags.
Can we finally go and see a movie horribly drunk? Can it be this one? I know we've said that we'd do it before... but this time, can we actually do it?
The following people must go:
- Mike (for originally turning me on to this)
- BJ (for making me watch "Dragon Storm")
- Graeme (probably the only one who will go "HELL YEAH" when he sees the trailer)
- Mariko (because she'll actually drink my moonshine, and for playing a part in the "Dragon Storm" incident)
- Corinne (For falling asleep during "Boa Vs. Python")
- Everyone else (because I hate you and want to see you in pain)
I'll bring the moonshine and air-sickness bags.
Moving weekend, April 1-2, 2006
Jessica, Rachael and myself are all moving this fine weekend.
I know Rachael's moving on the 1st for sure; Jessica will be doing similarly (correct me if I am incorrect); I, however, am working on for the entire 24 hours of the 1st of April and will be unable to move anything that day.
Rachael will be renting a truck for her objects, and just needs arms to move things. Jessica's plans elude me. I have one set of two arms to help me move on the Sunday, any others, including those who might have access to a vehicle that day, would be greatly appreciated. I'm moving the following items:
Wardrobe, clothing, laptop, television, sound system, futon, bears, cats, CDs, DVDs, PS2, games: DS & PS2, laundry basket(s), arts & crafts stuff, toiletries, books (2.5 smaller boxes), sewing machine (supplies), few dishes, some other things.
You will not have to move any beds, desks, tables, chairs, couches, bins of paper, scientific apparatuses, cutlery, bookcases or explosives.
If you are away at a comicon or helping other people move, but still want to assist me, I would appreciate anyone with a vehicle to accompany me to an Ikea location in the week following the 2nd to acquire the following necessary items:
Collapsible table & standard or folding chairs
Possible bed frame (50-50 chance of needing one)
TV stand (to hold the TV & PS2)
Expedit bookcase
Bedding, if I have not acquired it yet
When was the last time you had a say in an Ikea spending frenzy?
I can probably get my parents to help me with the domestic stuff (towels, microwave, toaster oven, rice cooker), but it's way more fun with friends.
If everything is set up and ready on the weekend of the 15th, I will be having a pajama party with popcorn, movies and Denny's in the AM. It's going to be low-key as it's in an apartment building and the frenzy of a party is not the best idea.
Let me know; I'm getting more stressed as time goes by (I'm up to five nosebleeds this week).
I know Rachael's moving on the 1st for sure; Jessica will be doing similarly (correct me if I am incorrect); I, however, am working on for the entire 24 hours of the 1st of April and will be unable to move anything that day.
Rachael will be renting a truck for her objects, and just needs arms to move things. Jessica's plans elude me. I have one set of two arms to help me move on the Sunday, any others, including those who might have access to a vehicle that day, would be greatly appreciated. I'm moving the following items:
Wardrobe, clothing, laptop, television, sound system, futon, bears, cats, CDs, DVDs, PS2, games: DS & PS2, laundry basket(s), arts & crafts stuff, toiletries, books (2.5 smaller boxes), sewing machine (supplies), few dishes, some other things.
You will not have to move any beds, desks, tables, chairs, couches, bins of paper, scientific apparatuses, cutlery, bookcases or explosives.
If you are away at a comicon or helping other people move, but still want to assist me, I would appreciate anyone with a vehicle to accompany me to an Ikea location in the week following the 2nd to acquire the following necessary items:
Collapsible table & standard or folding chairs
Possible bed frame (50-50 chance of needing one)
TV stand (to hold the TV & PS2)
Expedit bookcase
Bedding, if I have not acquired it yet
When was the last time you had a say in an Ikea spending frenzy?
I can probably get my parents to help me with the domestic stuff (towels, microwave, toaster oven, rice cooker), but it's way more fun with friends.
If everything is set up and ready on the weekend of the 15th, I will be having a pajama party with popcorn, movies and Denny's in the AM. It's going to be low-key as it's in an apartment building and the frenzy of a party is not the best idea.
Let me know; I'm getting more stressed as time goes by (I'm up to five nosebleeds this week).
Friday, March 17, 2006
THINGS TRANSFORMED: OBJECTS, SELF, DECEPTICONS
I'm going to a lecture by Bill Brown, Brian Jungen and Liz Magor. They will be discussing "Things Transformed: Objects, Self, Culture", at 7 PM, UBC Robson Square Theatre.
I don't know any more about it than that. If anyone else is MAN ENOUGH for this slammin event, we should meet up.
I don't know any more about it than that. If anyone else is MAN ENOUGH for this slammin event, we should meet up.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
This ain't on my own blog because my grandmother doesn't know yet.
I am apparently the uncle of Raine Michael Rushton-Sonelle, age three weeks.
Just found out an hour ago. Hell, my brother only found out two weeks ago.
Wow.
Just found out an hour ago. Hell, my brother only found out two weeks ago.
Wow.
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
Third Decade Down
Just wanted to put the word out: keep Saturday the 25th evening open. I'm thinking we need to organize a transit crawl to approximately 30 different locations TBA...some may be licensed...hopefully most will be.
Oh yeah, it's 2 days before my birthday.
Oh yeah, it's 2 days before my birthday.
Monday, March 13, 2006
Vegas Pics!
My pic from Vegas are now online. I was told to get a picture of a cheesy drink from Quarks lounge. This is a Borg Sphere. It tasted kinda like apple.The rest are on my flickr site
Fooled You Suckas! DEN OF SIN CANCELLED!
Yeah it's 2 friend's birthday today. I'm hanging out with one of them leaving you all to find something else to do with your night. So tonight's schedule is bumped to next monday. Sorry.
Here's Alyssa Milano's teenage crotch to make up for it.
Here's Alyssa Milano's teenage crotch to make up for it.
Sunday, March 12, 2006
"What's in this? It's deeeliciousssss." DEN OF SIN!!!!!
Sorry for the late post. This week it's CANNIBAL CUISINE NIGHT (as opposed to eating the raw human flesh off with your teeth).
Mon. Mar.13th (Hey it's Damon's B-day)
7pm The Untold Story: Human Meat Roast Pork Buns (1992): Hong Kong Code III terror. A freshly severed hand washes up on the beach and the squadron of cops assigned to investigate it follow the trail to the mysteriously new owner of Eight Immortals Restaurant, which serves delicious pork bao. I think you can take it from there. Not a mere slasher cannibal comedy but a ghastly and unsettling experience. Come on we've been through "Irreversible", you can take it.
9pm Motel Hell (1980): "It takes all kinds of critters...to make Farmer Vincents fritters." The horror classic that I'm ashamed to say I never heard of it before I started going to Cinemuerte. A fave of many, will it be yours?
Hope to see a lot of you here.
Next week a total change of pace. Cary Grant double bill.
Mon. Mar.13th (Hey it's Damon's B-day)
7pm The Untold Story: Human Meat Roast Pork Buns (1992): Hong Kong Code III terror. A freshly severed hand washes up on the beach and the squadron of cops assigned to investigate it follow the trail to the mysteriously new owner of Eight Immortals Restaurant, which serves delicious pork bao. I think you can take it from there. Not a mere slasher cannibal comedy but a ghastly and unsettling experience. Come on we've been through "Irreversible", you can take it.
9pm Motel Hell (1980): "It takes all kinds of critters...to make Farmer Vincents fritters." The horror classic that I'm ashamed to say I never heard of it before I started going to Cinemuerte. A fave of many, will it be yours?
Hope to see a lot of you here.
Next week a total change of pace. Cary Grant double bill.
Wednesday, March 08, 2006
BLOCK PARTY!
Anyone want to go see Dave Chappelle's Block Party at Metropolis? If you find a box of general mills cereal w/ the coupon at the supermarket, you can see it for $3.50 plus tax.
Sunday, March 05, 2006
OK Listen up bitches...
I know that clubhousers are fundamentally lazy slobs and that's good, 'cause it's all ... culture jammin' an' stuff. But I've just accepted a job workin' for da Man and this job, it's going to be soul-sucking at times. So I'm gonna need something to help me get through this year while I save up enough to do my masters. I need to throw myself into something... get engaged in a subject, as it were. I've decided I want to be a better writer. And I know some of my friends want to be writers (Perhaps they think it will get them lots of sex because they're certainly not going to make much money at it no matter how good they are. Anyways...)
I've decided to set up a writing club. The following people are members of the club (note this is not up for discussion and attendance is mandatory):
Bean
Kat
Meeko
Scott PM (This one may require kidnapping.)
Others may join but only by proving to me that they really want to write and are willing to butter me up. The above people I already know like writing. I figure I will use my domineering personality to force my friends to improve my writing and at the same time launch my friends' literary careers. Plus having bi-weekly meetings will force me to write like nothing else will.
Meetings will be held fortnightly originally at the clubhouse and subsequently at my new place. I will post the address in the forum. These meetings will involve copious amounts of wine.
The people mentioned above are to phone me and give me their schedules so I can arrange a meeting.
Warning:
Any attempt to ignore or circumvent this plan will be meet with Rachael's DISAPPOINTED LOOK OF DOOM or perhaps her DOOMY LOOK OF DISAPPOINTMENT. You have been warned.
I've decided to set up a writing club. The following people are members of the club (note this is not up for discussion and attendance is mandatory):
Bean
Kat
Meeko
Scott PM (This one may require kidnapping.)
Others may join but only by proving to me that they really want to write and are willing to butter me up. The above people I already know like writing. I figure I will use my domineering personality to force my friends to improve my writing and at the same time launch my friends' literary careers. Plus having bi-weekly meetings will force me to write like nothing else will.
Meetings will be held fortnightly originally at the clubhouse and subsequently at my new place. I will post the address in the forum. These meetings will involve copious amounts of wine.
The people mentioned above are to phone me and give me their schedules so I can arrange a meeting.
Warning:
Any attempt to ignore or circumvent this plan will be meet with Rachael's DISAPPOINTED LOOK OF DOOM or perhaps her DOOMY LOOK OF DISAPPOINTMENT. You have been warned.
Friday, March 03, 2006
SPRECTAL RAPE!
Though we here at the Den of Sin frown on the act of rape we certainly seem to have no problem with it being in our entertainment. So tonight it's SPRECTAL RAPE NIGHT.
Mon. Mar.6
7pm The Entity (1981): Barbara Hershey stars as Carla Moran, a poor soul who finds herself repeatedly raped and molested by some unseen force. Could it be hysteria, repressed sexual trauma or some freaky ass demon. Well my vote's on the demon. Guess we'll see.
9pm Demon Seed (1977): Repeatedly trailered at Cinemuerte we finally see the movie (for those curious to know STUNT ROCK the other repeatedly played trailer will be played at the BIG SMASH film festival coming soon). A super computer hoping to breed succeeds in raping his creator's wife. More terror ensues.
Goodness sounds like fun.
Mon. Mar.6
7pm The Entity (1981): Barbara Hershey stars as Carla Moran, a poor soul who finds herself repeatedly raped and molested by some unseen force. Could it be hysteria, repressed sexual trauma or some freaky ass demon. Well my vote's on the demon. Guess we'll see.
9pm Demon Seed (1977): Repeatedly trailered at Cinemuerte we finally see the movie (for those curious to know STUNT ROCK the other repeatedly played trailer will be played at the BIG SMASH film festival coming soon). A super computer hoping to breed succeeds in raping his creator's wife. More terror ensues.
Goodness sounds like fun.
Indecision...
So do I move to Thailand for two years and take a job teaching sustainable development and conflict resolution to Burmese activists?
I can't bloody well decide. On the one hand, it would be a great experience, and pretty much vault me into the truly international workforce in one easy step.
On the other hand, two years is a long time, and the pay is (presumably) shit - which matters because I've got student debt. Plus Briana would kill me if I miss her wedding.
So now I want other people to decide for me.
I can't bloody well decide. On the one hand, it would be a great experience, and pretty much vault me into the truly international workforce in one easy step.
On the other hand, two years is a long time, and the pay is (presumably) shit - which matters because I've got student debt. Plus Briana would kill me if I miss her wedding.
So now I want other people to decide for me.
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Sunday, February 26, 2006
Will There Be A Den Of Sin?! UNFINISHED BUSINESS for real.
Maybe.
I have to move all my furniture back to it's original place and it's gonna be mighty difficult to be careful with the new floors and host a movie night myself. I was hoping I could bribe people (hopefully not too much help. I don't want bored people standing around) to help me move couches, shelves and reconnect all the speakers in time for movies.
But wait...there's another hitch. One of the movies we'd be potentially watching is busted at my store and I have no money to rent it elsewhere. So I'd be grateful if someone would volunteer to rent a copy. The movie? Well it's the first movie of the night.
Mon. Feb.27
7pm Last half of Aguirre: Wrath of God (1972): This was a while back but to fill people in I'll just copy and paste what this dude on IMDB said; "A few decades after the destruction of the Inca empire, a Spanish expedition leaves the mountains of Peru and goes down the Amazon river in search of gold and wealth. Soon, they come across great difficulties and Don Aguirres, a ruthless man who cares only about riches, becomes their leader. But will his quest lead them to "the golden city", or to certain destruction?" Seriously that brings us up to where the DVD failed.
9pm Last half of Soldier of Orange (1977): If you weren't here for the first half you might be confused. To recap by my faulty memory; WWII. Germany has invaded and conquered Holland. Rutger Hauer, a privileged care free student at the beginning of the film has grown into a concerned freedom fighter. He does some damage to the Germans forcing him to travel to England to escape reuniting with his old school chum on the fleeing freighter. At this point everyone was sleepy and went home. Bah. So we're finishing her off.
So if that's what we're doing and you want to help call me (604-831-4699). I'm assuming most of you are working during the day so don't worry too much.
Pop fund not in effect. No pop.
I have to move all my furniture back to it's original place and it's gonna be mighty difficult to be careful with the new floors and host a movie night myself. I was hoping I could bribe people (hopefully not too much help. I don't want bored people standing around) to help me move couches, shelves and reconnect all the speakers in time for movies.
But wait...there's another hitch. One of the movies we'd be potentially watching is busted at my store and I have no money to rent it elsewhere. So I'd be grateful if someone would volunteer to rent a copy. The movie? Well it's the first movie of the night.
Mon. Feb.27
7pm Last half of Aguirre: Wrath of God (1972): This was a while back but to fill people in I'll just copy and paste what this dude on IMDB said; "A few decades after the destruction of the Inca empire, a Spanish expedition leaves the mountains of Peru and goes down the Amazon river in search of gold and wealth. Soon, they come across great difficulties and Don Aguirres, a ruthless man who cares only about riches, becomes their leader. But will his quest lead them to "the golden city", or to certain destruction?" Seriously that brings us up to where the DVD failed.
9pm Last half of Soldier of Orange (1977): If you weren't here for the first half you might be confused. To recap by my faulty memory; WWII. Germany has invaded and conquered Holland. Rutger Hauer, a privileged care free student at the beginning of the film has grown into a concerned freedom fighter. He does some damage to the Germans forcing him to travel to England to escape reuniting with his old school chum on the fleeing freighter. At this point everyone was sleepy and went home. Bah. So we're finishing her off.
So if that's what we're doing and you want to help call me (604-831-4699). I'm assuming most of you are working during the day so don't worry too much.
Pop fund not in effect. No pop.
Friday, February 24, 2006
Scary, but whatever..
I'm sick of feeling shy..
It's time to share some of my stuff with the world.. I have over 300 graphics I've either produced or modified..
so here's about ten or so.. haha..
www.spray-paint-naked.blogspot.com
It's time to share some of my stuff with the world.. I have over 300 graphics I've either produced or modified..
so here's about ten or so.. haha..
www.spray-paint-naked.blogspot.com
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Why?
So I have the 2nd Dungeons and Dragons movie (Wrath of the Dragon God), and Doom.
I also have a litre of moonshine.
All I need now is a place to watch it and other people to ensure that I am not drinking alone. Please post available locations and general declarations of interest. If there is no interest, I will watch them alone in my basement on my birthday.
I also have a litre of moonshine.
All I need now is a place to watch it and other people to ensure that I am not drinking alone. Please post available locations and general declarations of interest. If there is no interest, I will watch them alone in my basement on my birthday.
Christian vs. Your Eardrums *LIST NOW UPDATED*
Hey, so I was reminded last night that the slack shack gig is in 1.5 weeks, that is the evening of Saturday, March 4th. They need dinner music for the raclette, hence I'll supply the karaoke gear, 2000+ songs (da funk) and Bob will provide the sound system (da noise). It worked out great last time and if I can dig out the cables, we can probably mix in a dvd player.
Anyhow, if anybody has any song requests, just comment or email me. I probably won't have time to do any custom tracks, but check out www.dbkaraoke.com and click on "advanced search" and type in the artist or song title that you're thinking of (this will tell you if that particular song is available in the karaoke world, in which case there's an 80% chance I can find it). DBKaraoke is not exhaustive, so it might still be available if you don't find it there.
The list is still available here, but is a little out of date. I'll update it by monday. There'll be some new soul, old school R&B and a beastie boys flood.
Anyhow, if anybody has any song requests, just comment or email me. I probably won't have time to do any custom tracks, but check out www.dbkaraoke.com and click on "advanced search" and type in the artist or song title that you're thinking of (this will tell you if that particular song is available in the karaoke world, in which case there's an 80% chance I can find it). DBKaraoke is not exhaustive, so it might still be available if you don't find it there.
The list is still available here, but is a little out of date. I'll update it by monday. There'll be some new soul, old school R&B and a beastie boys flood.
Friday, February 17, 2006
And the fun don't stop...
My calendar of events:
Sunday Feb 19
Sunday Service @ Wink (151 E. 8th, near Main)
Doors 9pm
A by donation evening of improv, brought to you by the Instant Theatre Company
Friday Feb 24
Ska Brawl Tour (The Toasters, Satori & Westbound Train)
Wise Hall 1882 Adanac St
Tix $16 - $20
Doors 8pm
Sat Feb 25
Trip to Seattle to vist Xian & Miyuki
Leave 9am-ish, stay Sat night, return Sun eve
If others are interested, I may be able to scam a car. Otherwise I'm busing it.
Tuesday March 7
Nardwar/Evaporators DVD launch Concert
Norm Theatre, SUB building UBC
Tix $7, Doors 7:30pm
Thursday March 30
Evil Film School Freak Out!
Blim (197 E. 17th @ Main)
Admission $5, Doors 7pm
If others want to come to any of the above, just post in the comments or email me to co-ordinate. For the concerts, Beej & I already have our tickets, so you'll need to buy your own.
Sunday Feb 19
Sunday Service @ Wink (151 E. 8th, near Main)
Doors 9pm
A by donation evening of improv, brought to you by the Instant Theatre Company
Friday Feb 24
Ska Brawl Tour (The Toasters, Satori & Westbound Train)
Wise Hall 1882 Adanac St
Tix $16 - $20
Doors 8pm
Sat Feb 25
Trip to Seattle to vist Xian & Miyuki
Leave 9am-ish, stay Sat night, return Sun eve
If others are interested, I may be able to scam a car. Otherwise I'm busing it.
Tuesday March 7
Nardwar/Evaporators DVD launch Concert
Norm Theatre, SUB building UBC
Tix $7, Doors 7:30pm
Thursday March 30
Evil Film School Freak Out!
Blim (197 E. 17th @ Main)
Admission $5, Doors 7pm
If others want to come to any of the above, just post in the comments or email me to co-ordinate. For the concerts, Beej & I already have our tickets, so you'll need to buy your own.
Can this year get any better?
Mike Patton's "Peeping Tom" will finally see a May release (featuring Rahzel and Norah Jones?!?), Dave Chappelle and Michel Gondry team up for "Block Party" (hiphop-stock?) and now the Pleaseeasaur goes totally commercial with Comedy Central. Read on:
HOLY CRAP...PLEASEEASAUR is pleased beyond any calculable measure of pleasure,
to announce that Pleaseeasaur has been officially welcomed to the COMEDY CENTRAL family.
Yes...you read that correctly!
Pleaseeasaur has signed a multi-album deal with Comedy Central and are currently in production
on the first album which shall be released in the Fall of 2006 as a CD/DVD double disc set.
This first CD?will include MANY new and/or great songs?
the DVD will include music videos for EACH of the songs on the album as well as
a lengthy animated cartoon adventure?plus several bonus features!
We are Pretty Excited!!! And hope you are too!!!
Pleaseeasaur will be touring within the USA & CANADA in Spring 2006.
Then again in the FALL of 2006?following the release of the NEW album?
a WORLD TOUR of between 150-200 shows shall commence & continue thru 2007
which will feature several Late Night TV appearances
& a LIVE Television Special (Pleaseeasaur LIVE in New York)
Which will air on the Comedy Central Network...
So get ready!
HOLY CRAP...PLEASEEASAUR is pleased beyond any calculable measure of pleasure,
to announce that Pleaseeasaur has been officially welcomed to the COMEDY CENTRAL family.
Yes...you read that correctly!
Pleaseeasaur has signed a multi-album deal with Comedy Central and are currently in production
on the first album which shall be released in the Fall of 2006 as a CD/DVD double disc set.
This first CD?will include MANY new and/or great songs?
the DVD will include music videos for EACH of the songs on the album as well as
a lengthy animated cartoon adventure?plus several bonus features!
We are Pretty Excited!!! And hope you are too!!!
Pleaseeasaur will be touring within the USA & CANADA in Spring 2006.
Then again in the FALL of 2006?following the release of the NEW album?
a WORLD TOUR of between 150-200 shows shall commence & continue thru 2007
which will feature several Late Night TV appearances
& a LIVE Television Special (Pleaseeasaur LIVE in New York)
Which will air on the Comedy Central Network...
So get ready!
Thursday, February 16, 2006
miyuki's triumhant return to canadaland, or christian v. chineefoo: round 18
after a quick trip to homey security, miyuki's card is green! not red or brown or orange or periwinkle, but greeeeeeen! we will have it in our possession within ten days, putting us on schedule for a return to the hinterland the weekend of march 4. we're going to keep our gradual reacclimation to canadian culture on the lowdown, so hopefully we'll be able to see everyone in mellow settings. however, I do feel obliged to invoke the long forgotten, time honoured tradition of CHINEEFOO! noon, sunday march 5, peking restuarant, everyone invited. be there or be rhomboid.
Death Cab For Ferdinand
Would anyone like to see the Death Cab For Cutie/Franz Ferdinand co-headlining show? FF weren't announced at first, I think because they're going to the Coachella festival in CA the next day, but they've now been confirmed.
Pacific Coliseum
Friday, April 28, Doors 6pm/Show 7pm
$45.50-$35.50
Based on our seats at the Giants game the other week, I'm fine with the cheaper seats as opposed to the floor. I think that's how it works. I will be going to Zulu Records maybe around Saturday at noon to buy tickets, where they should be a little cheaper than the listed Ticketmaster prices. Anyone in?
Pacific Coliseum
Friday, April 28, Doors 6pm/Show 7pm
$45.50-$35.50
Based on our seats at the Giants game the other week, I'm fine with the cheaper seats as opposed to the floor. I think that's how it works. I will be going to Zulu Records maybe around Saturday at noon to buy tickets, where they should be a little cheaper than the listed Ticketmaster prices. Anyone in?
Monday, February 13, 2006
Will is such a slut...
So this is my way of saying Happy Heart Day to everyone!!
I mean really.. Isn't this holiday all about setting up your friends??
So it's time to vote...
Big G or O Face B for Will Dawg??
Here's to a year full of much love and many good times..
Hugs All!!!
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Den of Sin: We've got UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
In recent times we've have missed out on a couple of showings. One due to the weakness of the audience (Soldier of Orange), the other due to the weakness of the DVD or player. Well this week we're gonna rectify that.
Mon. Feb. 12th
7pm Salon Kitty (1976): Here's what I wrote when we originally programmed it; "This will be our first Tinto Brass movie we've seen. This about a brothel enjoyed by many a Nazi. There may be a plot involving recording the Nazis getting it on (meaning "bizarre passions and carnal degradations") with the ladies for blackmail purposes. But hey there's "Bizarre passions and carnal degradations". Sadly we don't know about programming more Tinto Brass movie for fear of tripping over people's boners while heading to the washroom." Yeah well the DVD didn't work but we have a different copy at my store so I'll be making sure to grab that one. Hey if that doesn't work there's the second half of "Aguirre: The Wrath of God".
9pm Last half of Soldier of Orange (1977): If you weren't here for the first half you might be confused. To recap by my faulty memory; WWII. Germany has invaded and conquered Holland. Rutger Hauer, a privileged care free student at the beginning of the film has grown into a concerned freedom fighter. He does some damage to the Germans forcing him to travel to England to escape reuniting with his old school chum on the fleeing freighter. At this point everyone was sleepy and went home. Bah. So we're finishing her off.
See ya tomorrow.
Mon. Feb. 12th
7pm Salon Kitty (1976): Here's what I wrote when we originally programmed it; "This will be our first Tinto Brass movie we've seen. This about a brothel enjoyed by many a Nazi. There may be a plot involving recording the Nazis getting it on (meaning "bizarre passions and carnal degradations") with the ladies for blackmail purposes. But hey there's "Bizarre passions and carnal degradations". Sadly we don't know about programming more Tinto Brass movie for fear of tripping over people's boners while heading to the washroom." Yeah well the DVD didn't work but we have a different copy at my store so I'll be making sure to grab that one. Hey if that doesn't work there's the second half of "Aguirre: The Wrath of God".
9pm Last half of Soldier of Orange (1977): If you weren't here for the first half you might be confused. To recap by my faulty memory; WWII. Germany has invaded and conquered Holland. Rutger Hauer, a privileged care free student at the beginning of the film has grown into a concerned freedom fighter. He does some damage to the Germans forcing him to travel to England to escape reuniting with his old school chum on the fleeing freighter. At this point everyone was sleepy and went home. Bah. So we're finishing her off.
See ya tomorrow.
Friday, February 10, 2006
Thursday, February 09, 2006
Octophonic Coffee
Soma cafe (2528 Main St at Broadway) at 9pm Friday. They'll be playing Zaireeka, the 1997 album by the Flaming Lips which was released on 4 CDs intended to be played simultaneously for octophonic sound. Prizes will be awarded!
I've only bothered to listen to it on various combos of 2 CDs and even that's pretty fun at times. If anyone would like to meet up, leave a comment or call.
I've only bothered to listen to it on various combos of 2 CDs and even that's pretty fun at times. If anyone would like to meet up, leave a comment or call.
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Coookies!
For those of you without plans for Valentines Day or would rather share it with friends, I'm having a cookie party at Trevor's on Febuary 14th. I figured we could start early around 6pm or so. I'll make a large main dish for dinner. If you want to come by earlier and help me make dough that would be cool just let me know.
So the plan is to make and decorate cookies. I have a few cookie cutters but if you have your own that you think poeple might want to use please bring them. Also if everyone could bring either something to go with dinner or some kind of candy decoration( sprinkles, candy, decorating gel etc.) that would really help me out.
Trevor's adress should be in the forum, i'll update it if need be. If you are vegetarian please let me know that way I know how much to make that isn't with meat.
So the plan is to make and decorate cookies. I have a few cookie cutters but if you have your own that you think poeple might want to use please bring them. Also if everyone could bring either something to go with dinner or some kind of candy decoration( sprinkles, candy, decorating gel etc.) that would really help me out.
Trevor's adress should be in the forum, i'll update it if need be. If you are vegetarian please let me know that way I know how much to make that isn't with meat.
Saturday, February 04, 2006
It's still going BABY! DEN OF SIN! Celebrate.
I'll be posting later in the week with a complete schedule for the month. As for this monday.
EARLY MIIKE
(I'll just repost the earlier write-up)
7pm Shinjuku Triad society (1995): Miike's theatrical debut after many straight to video features. There's yakuza violence and taboos broken. Fun to be had by all.
9pm Fudoh: The New Generation (1996): Fudoh doesn't like his yakuza boss Dad, especially after seeing him kill Fudoh's brother. So it's all out war between Father and Son! It's Miike that should be enough explanation for you.
If you guys are worried about weirdness or awkardness this really is the best thing for us. Good times, good friends. Word.
EARLY MIIKE
(I'll just repost the earlier write-up)
7pm Shinjuku Triad society (1995): Miike's theatrical debut after many straight to video features. There's yakuza violence and taboos broken. Fun to be had by all.
9pm Fudoh: The New Generation (1996): Fudoh doesn't like his yakuza boss Dad, especially after seeing him kill Fudoh's brother. So it's all out war between Father and Son! It's Miike that should be enough explanation for you.
If you guys are worried about weirdness or awkardness this really is the best thing for us. Good times, good friends. Word.
Friday, February 03, 2006
Thursday, February 02, 2006
Games Night Movied!
Hey kids!
There will be games! But more importantly, there will be at least one Oscar nomination being screened. Something for everyone.
RSVP as I plan to hook attendees up with soda and possibly snacks. You heard me. POSSIBLY SNACKS.
There will be games! But more importantly, there will be at least one Oscar nomination being screened. Something for everyone.
RSVP as I plan to hook attendees up with soda and possibly snacks. You heard me. POSSIBLY SNACKS.
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Marie-Atoinette
http://www.vecc.bc.ca/bloody.htm
March 17, 2006. $15.50-$20.50
General admission, so buy your tickets and we'll arrange stuff closer to the date. Tickets on sale NOW!
March 17, 2006. $15.50-$20.50
General admission, so buy your tickets and we'll arrange stuff closer to the date. Tickets on sale NOW!
My Birthday
As an excuse to get free drinks, I will be going out on Saturday for drinks. All friends of mine are welcome to join me. Location and Time TBA, but I'm thinking we could really take over the Vet's hall. I know some people might be uncomfortable there, but drinks are cheap, and it's waaaay quieter on Saturdays.
Suggestions or concerns can be emailed to me or posted in the comments.
Suggestions or concerns can be emailed to me or posted in the comments.
Sunday, January 29, 2006
Spreadin the word
It occurred to me that some people here might be interested:
Via Slashdot comes news of a proposal for a second season of Firefly.
Via Slashdot comes news of a proposal for a second season of Firefly.
Thursday, January 26, 2006
Movie night cancelled... NO MORE!
Remember how awesome Underworld was? No? Good, 'cuz we're watching it again at the Clubhouse this coming Monday, January 30th.
Why? Because afterward, we're going to go out and watch Underworld 2.
Why watch both? Because Underworld 2 is destined to be so bad, that we need time to get drunk beforehand. Underworld should provide ample time and motivation to get drunk enough to ruin the movie for all the normal moviegoers out there, who are foolish enough to go and see Underworld 2 wherever we end up.
Of course, planning this event caused me to be so indebted to Meeko that I promised to go and see Bloodrayne with her when it finall comes out, so if you can't make this one, you can always come to see Uwe Boll's latest videogame-inspired masterpiece with her and I (I have no false hopes that anyone besides she and I attending, so don't feel bad).
Corinne will post the meeting thime in the comments of this posting. Hope to see you there, until I get blind drunk that is (on a school night no less!).
Why? Because afterward, we're going to go out and watch Underworld 2.
Why watch both? Because Underworld 2 is destined to be so bad, that we need time to get drunk beforehand. Underworld should provide ample time and motivation to get drunk enough to ruin the movie for all the normal moviegoers out there, who are foolish enough to go and see Underworld 2 wherever we end up.
Of course, planning this event caused me to be so indebted to Meeko that I promised to go and see Bloodrayne with her when it finall comes out, so if you can't make this one, you can always come to see Uwe Boll's latest videogame-inspired masterpiece with her and I (I have no false hopes that anyone besides she and I attending, so don't feel bad).
Corinne will post the meeting thime in the comments of this posting. Hope to see you there, until I get blind drunk that is (on a school night no less!).
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
Movie Night This Monday is Canceled
Due to a variety of reasons, there will be no movie night this week (Jan 30).
However, Superhero Night will still be happening on Jan 27th. Hope to see you there.
~meeko
However, Superhero Night will still be happening on Jan 27th. Hope to see you there.
~meeko
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Hey Nerds!
Pirates and DSes and GameCubes and PS2s and poker and board games are to be had at the Clubhouse on Thursdays starting* this week.
You need to bring you, any portable gaming device you feel like bringing, some snackies for snacking, some bevies for sipping, and any game you would want to play. Alternatively, post what game you'd like to play and we'll attempt to accomodate all.
*offer may perpetuate itself based on popularity, feasibility and cooperation of the masees.
You need to bring you, any portable gaming device you feel like bringing, some snackies for snacking, some bevies for sipping, and any game you would want to play. Alternatively, post what game you'd like to play and we'll attempt to accomodate all.
*offer may perpetuate itself based on popularity, feasibility and cooperation of the masees.
Saturday, January 21, 2006
Housewarming Reminder
Just wanted to remind everyone of the housewarming tonight, anytime after 7pm. Food, games, bit 'o karaoke and a tour o' the new place.
Two things:
- skytrain to joyce or park alongside the london drugs mall off kingsway...parking is an issue.
- Use the "#" and "*" keys at the front door to find "Mike" and that will dial my cell.
Address and phone are in the forum.
Thanks!
Two things:
- skytrain to joyce or park alongside the london drugs mall off kingsway...parking is an issue.
- Use the "#" and "*" keys at the front door to find "Mike" and that will dial my cell.
Address and phone are in the forum.
Thanks!
Den of Sin Reminder
Monday, Jan. 23
High School Massacre
7pm: Zero Day (2003): If you only make it to one movie this week, make it to this one. Easily one of the most underrated films of 2003, Zero Day is a master work in making one's budget work for the movie and providing an emotionally devastating portrait of how things can go terribly, terribly wrong. Fuck Gus Van Sant, this is the honest exploration of highschool tragedy.
9pm: Duck! The Carbine School Massacre (2000): Mere months after the events at Columbine High School, a couple of guys named Hellfire & Smack (oh yeah) decided to make a splatter tribute on High8 video. Tasteless, grisly fun or cinematic abomination? You be the judge.
Pop fund & RSVP (although you never do).
Luv,
~meeko
High School Massacre
7pm: Zero Day (2003): If you only make it to one movie this week, make it to this one. Easily one of the most underrated films of 2003, Zero Day is a master work in making one's budget work for the movie and providing an emotionally devastating portrait of how things can go terribly, terribly wrong. Fuck Gus Van Sant, this is the honest exploration of highschool tragedy.
9pm: Duck! The Carbine School Massacre (2000): Mere months after the events at Columbine High School, a couple of guys named Hellfire & Smack (oh yeah) decided to make a splatter tribute on High8 video. Tasteless, grisly fun or cinematic abomination? You be the judge.
Pop fund & RSVP (although you never do).
Luv,
~meeko
Because I'm Paranoid
I've emailed people, and posted on my own blog, but just to ensure maximum coverage I'm gonna post here too. Link to your Live Journals! Spread the word!
We're doing another Evil Film School night.
Friday, January 27th.
Doors are at 7:30pm, first film is at 8:00pm.
And the films, oh the films!
Legends of the Superheroes and 3 Dev Adam (a.k.a. Turkish Spider-man)!!!
Same location as the Xmassacre (Blim @ 197 E. 17th, just off Main).
Admission is again by donation (suggested $5 to cover operating costs & to ensure future screenings).
For more info, email evilfilmschool (at) gmail (dot) com.
We're doing another Evil Film School night.
Friday, January 27th.
Doors are at 7:30pm, first film is at 8:00pm.
And the films, oh the films!
Legends of the Superheroes and 3 Dev Adam (a.k.a. Turkish Spider-man)!!!
Same location as the Xmassacre (Blim @ 197 E. 17th, just off Main).
Admission is again by donation (suggested $5 to cover operating costs & to ensure future screenings).
For more info, email evilfilmschool (at) gmail (dot) com.
Friday, January 20, 2006
For Mariko
This is amazing. Sond kinda sucks, and the video is a bit fuzzy. But this is a clip from an 1983 James Brown concert. He calls up Michael Jackon from the audience, and MJ does a litlle bit of his thang. MJ then tells JB that Prince is in the audience, and he's called up.......holy fuck this is awesome. Prince takes over!
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
One More More Time? (Un Autre Autre Fois?)
Event: House Party
Excuse: a random birthday
Date: 28th Jan.
Place: Slack Shack
Mission: introduce Maria's french friend Susanne and her french BF to massive numbers of people that don't speak their language and all get smashed off our asses...
Moral: meeting new Quebecois people and getting them drunk is a good way to learn naughty words for use abroad
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
Even more of that Denny Sin goodness.
Howdy strangers and secret lovers. Just thought y'all might want to know what's happening at the Den of Sin this first month of the new year.
Jan. 9
Underrated Horror Sequel Night
Or so Rue Morgue would have me believe in a top 100 overlooked movies list.
7pm Amityville Horror II: The Possession (1982): What Rue Morgue said, " Sorely overlooked upon release as yet another case of sequelitis, "The Possession" actually ages a lot better than the original "Amityville Horror" with its story of domestic tragedy and ghostly first-person camera work". Well let's hope so. I certainly don't want to regret not taking Sinister Sam's suggestion that we'd be better off with Amityville Horror 3-D, sans the 3-D of course.
9pm Exorcist III (1990): I remember seeing this when I was 10 and having the shit spooked out of me. William Peter Blatty (who wrote the original Exorcist novel) adapted his other demon possession novel "Legion". It was then decided to add an exorcism scene at the end and voila! You have an Exorcist sequel. Either way let's hope my 10 year old self had some taste or we're traveling back in time to kick his (my?) ass and maybe hopping a bit forward to get it on with younger versions of our significant others or ex-significant others.
Jan. 16
Nazis and the Babes Who Love Them
7pm Night Porter (1974): I really like this IMDB user comment, "Walking a fine line between compelling drama and utter sleaze, THE NIGHT PORTER is one of those films you're going to react to strongly. Dirk Bogarde gives one of his creepiest performances as the title character, a post-war Nazi-in-hiding who stumbles across a camp survivor he had an uber-yucky ongoing tryst with. Charlotte Rampling is pretty good as his paramour, but it's the supporting cast of Nazis in denial that make this Italian film a sleazoid classic. It also kicked inspired one of the most brazen and despised subgenres of Italian filmmaking, the Nazi sexploitation film. Whatever you think of it, THE NIGHT PORTER is certainly far more tasteful than anything that followed it!" Hey maybe we watch some of those sleazy Italian movies...hey wait look at this.
9pm Salon Kitty (1976): This will be our first Tinto Brass movie we've seen (We suck, we know but we're cute!). This about a brothel enjoyed by many a Nazi. There may be a plot involving recording the Nazis getting it on (meaning "bizarre passions and carnal degradations") with the ladies for blackmail purposes. But hey there's "Bizarre passions and carnal degradations". Sadly we don't know about programming more Tinto Brass movie for fear of tripping over people's boners while heading to the washroom.
Jan. 23
High School Massacre
7pm Zero Day (2003): Like Gus Van Sant's "Elephant" a movie that tries to understand what might lead two boys to march into their school and blow away a few of their classmates. Unlike the Columbine Killers the two boys here are presented as normal well-adjusted teens with loving families. Filmed as a video journal as the teens plan their massacre and explain their motives. The families of these boys were played by their real families adding an authenticity to the film. You might want to read this article by the filmmaker after a fan of the film got...inspired.
9pm Duck! The Carbine School Massacre (2000): The first post-Columbine exploitation movie shot on cheap ass Hi-8 video! Watch our heroes Hellfire and Smack lay down their fury on their classmates! Righteous fury!
Jan. 30
Early Miike
7pm Shinjuku Triad society (1995): Miike's theatrical debut after many straight to video features. There's yakuza violence and taboos broken. Fun to be had by all.
9pm Fudoh: The New Generation (1996): Fudoh doesn't like his yakuza boss Dad, especially after seeing him kill Fudoh's brother. So it's all out war between Father and Son! It's Miike that should be enough explanation for you.
That's almost it for this month. Stay tuned.
Jan. 9
Underrated Horror Sequel Night
Or so Rue Morgue would have me believe in a top 100 overlooked movies list.
7pm Amityville Horror II: The Possession (1982): What Rue Morgue said, " Sorely overlooked upon release as yet another case of sequelitis, "The Possession" actually ages a lot better than the original "Amityville Horror" with its story of domestic tragedy and ghostly first-person camera work". Well let's hope so. I certainly don't want to regret not taking Sinister Sam's suggestion that we'd be better off with Amityville Horror 3-D, sans the 3-D of course.
9pm Exorcist III (1990): I remember seeing this when I was 10 and having the shit spooked out of me. William Peter Blatty (who wrote the original Exorcist novel) adapted his other demon possession novel "Legion". It was then decided to add an exorcism scene at the end and voila! You have an Exorcist sequel. Either way let's hope my 10 year old self had some taste or we're traveling back in time to kick his (my?) ass and maybe hopping a bit forward to get it on with younger versions of our significant others or ex-significant others.
Jan. 16
Nazis and the Babes Who Love Them
7pm Night Porter (1974): I really like this IMDB user comment, "Walking a fine line between compelling drama and utter sleaze, THE NIGHT PORTER is one of those films you're going to react to strongly. Dirk Bogarde gives one of his creepiest performances as the title character, a post-war Nazi-in-hiding who stumbles across a camp survivor he had an uber-yucky ongoing tryst with. Charlotte Rampling is pretty good as his paramour, but it's the supporting cast of Nazis in denial that make this Italian film a sleazoid classic. It also kicked inspired one of the most brazen and despised subgenres of Italian filmmaking, the Nazi sexploitation film. Whatever you think of it, THE NIGHT PORTER is certainly far more tasteful than anything that followed it!" Hey maybe we watch some of those sleazy Italian movies...hey wait look at this.
9pm Salon Kitty (1976): This will be our first Tinto Brass movie we've seen (We suck, we know but we're cute!). This about a brothel enjoyed by many a Nazi. There may be a plot involving recording the Nazis getting it on (meaning "bizarre passions and carnal degradations") with the ladies for blackmail purposes. But hey there's "Bizarre passions and carnal degradations". Sadly we don't know about programming more Tinto Brass movie for fear of tripping over people's boners while heading to the washroom.
Jan. 23
High School Massacre
7pm Zero Day (2003): Like Gus Van Sant's "Elephant" a movie that tries to understand what might lead two boys to march into their school and blow away a few of their classmates. Unlike the Columbine Killers the two boys here are presented as normal well-adjusted teens with loving families. Filmed as a video journal as the teens plan their massacre and explain their motives. The families of these boys were played by their real families adding an authenticity to the film. You might want to read this article by the filmmaker after a fan of the film got...inspired.
9pm Duck! The Carbine School Massacre (2000): The first post-Columbine exploitation movie shot on cheap ass Hi-8 video! Watch our heroes Hellfire and Smack lay down their fury on their classmates! Righteous fury!
Jan. 30
Early Miike
7pm Shinjuku Triad society (1995): Miike's theatrical debut after many straight to video features. There's yakuza violence and taboos broken. Fun to be had by all.
9pm Fudoh: The New Generation (1996): Fudoh doesn't like his yakuza boss Dad, especially after seeing him kill Fudoh's brother. So it's all out war between Father and Son! It's Miike that should be enough explanation for you.
That's almost it for this month. Stay tuned.
For those interested...
I don't post often to my blog, so I thought I'd let people know I've posted my top 50 albums of 2005.
Monday, January 02, 2006
NO MOVIE NIGHT TONIGHT
Thanks to everyone who showed up to the New Year's raclette party. It was very fun.
Unfortunately I have a crap-tonne of work to get done by Wednesday, which means no movie night.
Sorry. We will post an updated schedule for January later this week.
Unfortunately I have a crap-tonne of work to get done by Wednesday, which means no movie night.
Sorry. We will post an updated schedule for January later this week.
Thursday, December 29, 2005
Housewarming
How does Saturday, January 21st sound for a housewarming?
Address is in the forum (where to find duke).
Details will follow.
Address is in the forum (where to find duke).
Details will follow.
SECRET ORDER OF CHIEFS
Secret Chief's 3 and Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
(with Bend Sinister)
Live at Richards on Richards, Sunday January 8th, 2006
Doors 8:00pm -- Tickets are $16 at Zulu, Scratch and Red Cat.
www.webofmimicry.com
www.secretchiefs3.com
www.sleepytimegorillamuseum.com
I have four interested people so far...this is basically the warped minds behind Mr. Bungle...only without Mike Patton. I think you'll find SC3 to be an arabic synth trio that has gradually evolved into an eastern-influenced percussive ensemble featuring Montreal violinist Eyvind Kang.
I have all their albums and a live dvd if anyone cares for a sampling.
You should see this, really.
(with Bend Sinister)
Live at Richards on Richards, Sunday January 8th, 2006
Doors 8:00pm -- Tickets are $16 at Zulu, Scratch and Red Cat.
www.webofmimicry.com
www.secretchiefs3.com
www.sleepytimegorillamuseum.com
I have four interested people so far...this is basically the warped minds behind Mr. Bungle...only without Mike Patton. I think you'll find SC3 to be an arabic synth trio that has gradually evolved into an eastern-influenced percussive ensemble featuring Montreal violinist Eyvind Kang.
I have all their albums and a live dvd if anyone cares for a sampling.
You should see this, really.
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
Back to the Mekong
Kate and I will be hitting the Mekong on the 30th, around about 7pm or so, followed by whatever. We'd love to have some company, because we're terribly lonely people.
Though I'm sure everyone else is already sick of the movie, we'll also probably (and finally) be seeing Harry Potter earlier that day.
Though I'm sure everyone else is already sick of the movie, we'll also probably (and finally) be seeing Harry Potter earlier that day.
Monday, December 26, 2005
noo yeerz
well, since no one else has stepped up to the plate w/ a new years plan, i figured we might as well make use of my brand new xmas present: a raclette/fondue set!!! if you don't know what raclette is, it's kinda like fondue, only instead of a pot, there's little dishes for cheese & a grill surface for your meats & veggies. you grill your meats or veggies on the grill plate and then use them to scrap up the bubbly cheese. delicious!
we figure we'll get started around 8pm, and everyone who wants to come can volunteer to bring a cheese, a meat/seafood, or veggies of their choosing. i'll provide a little bit of everything & fruit and chocolate fondue. the set itself is for 8 people, but there'll be other munchies and we can all take turns. there will probably also be card/board games & (obviously) some kind of movie. if other people have fondue sets they want to bring that's cool too.
rsvp in the comments & mention if you are bringing cheese/meat/seafood/veggies. oh, and byob.
hope to see you there.
we figure we'll get started around 8pm, and everyone who wants to come can volunteer to bring a cheese, a meat/seafood, or veggies of their choosing. i'll provide a little bit of everything & fruit and chocolate fondue. the set itself is for 8 people, but there'll be other munchies and we can all take turns. there will probably also be card/board games & (obviously) some kind of movie. if other people have fondue sets they want to bring that's cool too.
rsvp in the comments & mention if you are bringing cheese/meat/seafood/veggies. oh, and byob.
hope to see you there.
Sunday, December 25, 2005
holiday loot.
so amongst my xmas loot, I seem to have received two copies of 3-iron on dvd. great movie, but not something I'll need two of. it's gonna be a pain in the ass to return it to amazon (where it actually came from) and I don't know if I could return it to best buy without a receipt...
so, would anyone like this in exchange for another dvd? branch new, still in the plastic wrap, US packaging too. was hoping to exchange it for a copy of old boy (keep it in korean cinema, at least) but I'm not overly picky.
it's also somewhat amusing how out of touch my mother is... I mentioned wanting "hitchhiker's guide" on dvd... she got the bbc series. I didn't even know it was OUT on dvd. leave it to her to completely miss the somewhat large release of a current movie and opt for the obscure, twenty-five year old british miniseries...
so, would anyone like this in exchange for another dvd? branch new, still in the plastic wrap, US packaging too. was hoping to exchange it for a copy of old boy (keep it in korean cinema, at least) but I'm not overly picky.
it's also somewhat amusing how out of touch my mother is... I mentioned wanting "hitchhiker's guide" on dvd... she got the bbc series. I didn't even know it was OUT on dvd. leave it to her to completely miss the somewhat large release of a current movie and opt for the obscure, twenty-five year old british miniseries...
Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Sunday, December 18, 2005
In which I demonstrate how out of touch I am...
Finally saw Serenity. In English.
Had the choice of either renting it for 2 dollars or buying it for 40. I rented it.
Shoulda just bought the damn thing. Good odds I´ll watch it 19 more times anyways.
Had the choice of either renting it for 2 dollars or buying it for 40. I rented it.
Shoulda just bought the damn thing. Good odds I´ll watch it 19 more times anyways.
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
Monday, December 12, 2005
Birthday plans
As some of you may already know my birthday is on wednesday. To celebrate I was going to head down to the vetrans club on Main street(at corner of 24th) for karaoke after i get off work. You are all invited to come for a skate before hand at Riley Park Community Centre(30th and ontario) from 7 till whenever we feel like leaving. The first 45 minutes of the public is a cosom hockey session which means it's just stick and puck hockey with plastic sticks. If you want to come for a skate i'd recomend coming a bit before 7 and i may be able to get you free rentals(maybe).
I plan on being at the vetrans club around 8:30 so if you don't feel like skating i'll just meet you there. After karaoke I was thinking of going to Lotus for some dancing, probably sometime around 10:30 or 11. I'd love for you all to join me.
I plan on being at the vetrans club around 8:30 so if you don't feel like skating i'll just meet you there. After karaoke I was thinking of going to Lotus for some dancing, probably sometime around 10:30 or 11. I'd love for you all to join me.
Friday, December 09, 2005
Call to all Narnians
There was some discussion last Saturday of going to a Sunday Matinee of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe after the Swank Christmas Party. Can we solidify this with a time and place?
Movie Nights Back on Track
Hey Kids,
I'm slightly less contagious now, so y'all are welcome back at my house!
The schedule:
Monday December 12/05: Verhoeven Night Part II
(Consider it an early Xmas Present)
7pm: Katie Tipppel [1975] -- Monique van de Ven (Turkish Delight) sleeps her way to the top as a poor girl forced into prostitution in turn of the century Holland. With a young & yummy Rutger Hauer (of course).
9pm: Soldier of Orange [1977] -- Verhoeven has described this as his favourite movie he's made & it's still considered a classic of Dutch cinema. Rutger Hauer stars as a college boy who joins the Dutch resistence with his friends during WWII for a "spot of adventure".
Also, don't forget that Friday (December 16th!!) is the 3rd Annual Xmassacre being held at Blim (197 E. 17th @ Main). Doors open at 7pm & remember to bring a wrapped "gift" for the Crappy Santa Gift Exchange. Afterparty at the Den starting around 11pm.
And last but not least, some of you may be aware that I've been chosen as a finalist in the CBC radio Definitely Not the Opera new film critic contest. Well, it turns out the judging is at least partially going to be done by the public. Please tune in this Saturday December 10 (tomorrow) between 3pm & 4pm to hear my review of "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe", then call or email and tell Sook-yin to give me the job.
I guess that's all. Hope to see you soon.
~meeko
I'm slightly less contagious now, so y'all are welcome back at my house!
The schedule:
Monday December 12/05: Verhoeven Night Part II
(Consider it an early Xmas Present)
7pm: Katie Tipppel [1975] -- Monique van de Ven (Turkish Delight) sleeps her way to the top as a poor girl forced into prostitution in turn of the century Holland. With a young & yummy Rutger Hauer (of course).
9pm: Soldier of Orange [1977] -- Verhoeven has described this as his favourite movie he's made & it's still considered a classic of Dutch cinema. Rutger Hauer stars as a college boy who joins the Dutch resistence with his friends during WWII for a "spot of adventure".
Also, don't forget that Friday (December 16th!!) is the 3rd Annual Xmassacre being held at Blim (197 E. 17th @ Main). Doors open at 7pm & remember to bring a wrapped "gift" for the Crappy Santa Gift Exchange. Afterparty at the Den starting around 11pm.
And last but not least, some of you may be aware that I've been chosen as a finalist in the CBC radio Definitely Not the Opera new film critic contest. Well, it turns out the judging is at least partially going to be done by the public. Please tune in this Saturday December 10 (tomorrow) between 3pm & 4pm to hear my review of "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe", then call or email and tell Sook-yin to give me the job.
I guess that's all. Hope to see you soon.
~meeko
Thursday, December 08, 2005
Just like to point out...
Alex..
your "Hot Karaoke Gossip" was the 1000th post on The Last Time..
How f-cking cool is that!!!
1000 posts..
mmmmmmmm...
the Clubhouse Crew.
Big Ups..
Much Love..
hells ya!
life is good!
Hot Karaoke Gossip
I didn't hear anything AT ALL about this tonight, but I just checked online and found "our" Vancouver Courier article.
Thankfully, even though I was the most interviewed out of anyone in our group, I wasn't made to sound like a tool. In fact, I didn't sound like anything. B^)
In other news: when I was there tonight, Vincent and Steven B showed me what we called "The Prototype": a NEW good book with plenty of new songs. It was cleanly laid out, with two columns of songs down each page. It was so new that Ron expressly let Vincent and our table look at it and asked us not to share with anyone. Then, Darlene confiscated it. While I could recognize lots of songs from 2005, there wasn't a whole lot that I'd choose to sing, but it was still nice to look at anyway. One odd inclusion was a B-side from Franz Ferdinand.
And there's a bouncer at the door now, checking ID.
Thankfully, even though I was the most interviewed out of anyone in our group, I wasn't made to sound like a tool. In fact, I didn't sound like anything. B^)
In other news: when I was there tonight, Vincent and Steven B showed me what we called "The Prototype": a NEW good book with plenty of new songs. It was cleanly laid out, with two columns of songs down each page. It was so new that Ron expressly let Vincent and our table look at it and asked us not to share with anyone. Then, Darlene confiscated it. While I could recognize lots of songs from 2005, there wasn't a whole lot that I'd choose to sing, but it was still nice to look at anyway. One odd inclusion was a B-side from Franz Ferdinand.
And there's a bouncer at the door now, checking ID.
Tuesday, December 06, 2005
Monday, December 05, 2005
Movie Night Tonight Canceled
I have the flu. I do not want to give it to you. Do not come to my house.
~meeko
~meeko
Friday, December 02, 2005
Thursday, December 01, 2005
D.o.S. Schedule for December
Here it is kids, the December line up:
Monday Dec 5/05: Verhoeven Night Part 3
7pm: Katie Tippel [1975] -- Poor girl Keetje works her way up the social ladder from prostitute to the wife of a wealthy socialist in turn of the century Holland. Starring Monique van de Ven (Turkish Delight) & Rutger Hauer.
9pm: Soldier of Orange [1977] -- A group of middle-class college boys join the Dutch Resistance during World War II looking for an adventure. Featuring Rutger Hauer at his rugged best.
Monday Dec 12/05: Mech-Attack
7pm: Robot Jox [1990] -- Another one of those lost action classics from the early nineties. While not quite up there with "Robocop 2", it is directed by Stuart Gordon (Re-Animator) and it features a Jeffrey Combs cameo. And giant mech-robots!!!!
9pm: Returner [2002] -- You've seen the trailer, now see the movie. Fairly standard Japanese Sci-Fi with lots of CG and of course, giant robots.
Friday Dec 16/05: 3rd Annual Xmassacre!!!
At Blim (17th @ Main). Door 7pm, Film at 8pm. Tell your friends!!!
Monday Dec 19/05: Horror Sequels Worth Another Look
7pm: The Amityville II: The Possession [1982] -- More of a prequel than a sequel, The Possession deals with the house's previous tenants and the evil spirits that possessed the son and led him to kill his family.
9pm: The Exorcist III [1990] -- Directed by William Blatty (who wrote the screenplay for original Exorcist as well as the novel), from his novel "Legion". Sadly, the studio was expecting more of a straight-up sequel & tacked on an exorcism in the final moments of the film causing some serious continuity issues.
Monday Dec 5/05: Verhoeven Night Part 3
7pm: Katie Tippel [1975] -- Poor girl Keetje works her way up the social ladder from prostitute to the wife of a wealthy socialist in turn of the century Holland. Starring Monique van de Ven (Turkish Delight) & Rutger Hauer.
9pm: Soldier of Orange [1977] -- A group of middle-class college boys join the Dutch Resistance during World War II looking for an adventure. Featuring Rutger Hauer at his rugged best.
Monday Dec 12/05: Mech-Attack
7pm: Robot Jox [1990] -- Another one of those lost action classics from the early nineties. While not quite up there with "Robocop 2", it is directed by Stuart Gordon (Re-Animator) and it features a Jeffrey Combs cameo. And giant mech-robots!!!!
9pm: Returner [2002] -- You've seen the trailer, now see the movie. Fairly standard Japanese Sci-Fi with lots of CG and of course, giant robots.
Friday Dec 16/05: 3rd Annual Xmassacre!!!
At Blim (17th @ Main). Door 7pm, Film at 8pm. Tell your friends!!!
Monday Dec 19/05: Horror Sequels Worth Another Look
7pm: The Amityville II: The Possession [1982] -- More of a prequel than a sequel, The Possession deals with the house's previous tenants and the evil spirits that possessed the son and led him to kill his family.
9pm: The Exorcist III [1990] -- Directed by William Blatty (who wrote the screenplay for original Exorcist as well as the novel), from his novel "Legion". Sadly, the studio was expecting more of a straight-up sequel & tacked on an exorcism in the final moments of the film causing some serious continuity issues.
Moving Day: December 10th
Hey I'm moving! East Vancouver bound...wondering if anyone would be available to help loading/unloading the van. I think it will go a lot smoother than last year, as I'm bringing boxes each day to work for temporary storage in my office. Mostly furniture left.
If you're available, I was hoping to pick up the truck by 7:30-8:00am and get started loading by 9:00am. I'll treat you to 'house of dosa' or something cool in the new neighborhood.
If you're available, I was hoping to pick up the truck by 7:30-8:00am and get started loading by 9:00am. I'll treat you to 'house of dosa' or something cool in the new neighborhood.
This Sat.
I know at least four of us are going to the Main Street local to sing our little hearts out this Saturday..
Join us for dinner first too..
Umm.. Call Bob for details..
(That'll work right??)
Tuesday, November 29, 2005
Pics??
Any new "must see" Slack Shack shots out there..
Actually boring ones would be ok too...
please share...
Monday, November 28, 2005
Cat Sitter Needed
I was wondering if one of you was responsible enough to sit on my cats? This would be for four days, and would require you to feed them and love them, while I am in LA from Dec 7th to the 10th. Patroclus and Ajax would love you for it. If you are interested please contact me. If you don't have my new contact info it is on the forum.
I'm asking Santa and the Hanukkah Rhino for the following:
I spent so much effort on this, that I thought I would share!
And to make this more a community effort, it's time to list off your wishes for this holiday gift giving season!
(P.S. I really want the 20 volume OED, so pool your monies kids!)
And to make this more a community effort, it's time to list off your wishes for this holiday gift giving season!
(P.S. I really want the 20 volume OED, so pool your monies kids!)
Sunday, November 27, 2005
Yes, There is a Movie Night Tomorrow
Hey kids, sorry for the late notice. Just wanted to remind you that there will be movies tomorrow (Monday Nov. 28th).
Maniac Night:
7pm: Maniac [1980] -- Classic of the stalk & slash genre.
9pm: Oily Maniac [1976] -- Bizarre, incredibly sleazy Shaw Brothers movie with a rubber slime monster. Has to be seen to be believed.
Pop fund, RSVP, blah, blah, blah.
See you tomorrow.
p.s. Don't forget, this year's Xmassacre is on Dec 16th at Blim (Main & 17th)!!!
Maniac Night:
7pm: Maniac [1980] -- Classic of the stalk & slash genre.
9pm: Oily Maniac [1976] -- Bizarre, incredibly sleazy Shaw Brothers movie with a rubber slime monster. Has to be seen to be believed.
Pop fund, RSVP, blah, blah, blah.
See you tomorrow.
p.s. Don't forget, this year's Xmassacre is on Dec 16th at Blim (Main & 17th)!!!
Sunday, November 20, 2005
Decemberween IV: THE REVENGE!
HEY GUYS! WANT TO COME TO A SWANK PARTY!?
Alright then!
Let's have a party at the Clubhouse on December 10th! At around 8pm!
This is the party where you are to bring 1 (one) item that you have had a hand in creating (either a CD where you're the musician, a craft you've thrown together with some glue, or any other form of expressed creativity). If you have any doubts about what is or is not acceptable, you can reach me via the normal lines of communication.
Hooray for holidays!
Alright then!
Let's have a party at the Clubhouse on December 10th! At around 8pm!
This is the party where you are to bring 1 (one) item that you have had a hand in creating (either a CD where you're the musician, a craft you've thrown together with some glue, or any other form of expressed creativity). If you have any doubts about what is or is not acceptable, you can reach me via the normal lines of communication.
Hooray for holidays!
D.o.S. Reminder: NOT FOR EVERYONE!!!
Hi Kids,
Sorry this is a little later than usual. I've been hella busy. Just wanted to drop you a line to remind you that this week is Rape Revenge night, and if you are bothered by graphic sexual violence to women (& men) DO NOT COME. We will not hold it against you & would rather you feel safe and happy than hang out with us. But for those who can handle it, the schedule is:
Monday (tomorrow) Nov 21
7pm: Spit on Your Grave (a.k.a. Day of the Woman) [1978] -- The "classic". Girl is brutally beaten & raped by 4 men. She recovers & spends the rest of the movie hunting them down, mutilating & torturing them & finally killing them in graphic & inventive ways. You can decide for yourself how "feminist" it actually is after you see it.
9pm: Irreversible [2002] -- French bad-boy auteur Gaspar Noe's tale of love, redemption & horrible, brutal violence. Most famous for driving people out of theaters in droves & causing others to faint. Audacious & ultimately soul crushing, if you think you're up to it, this is cinema that changes.
And, bring your appetites, because it's also Hot Dog Day!!! (Yes, I'm serious). We'll be providing beef & chicken dogs for y'all. If there are any Veggies in the house, please let me know & I'll make arrangements.
Also wanted to give everyone a head's up regarding this year's Xmassacre (the D.o.S.'s annual Christmas party). We've worked out the details & this year will be our first ever public film event to the hosted at the Blim Arts Society (17th & Main) on Dec 16th (Friday)!!! Admission will be by donation ($5 suggested) to cover operating costs & our feature presentation (baring any customs snafus) will be "Santa Claus", a Mexican children's movie from the early 60's that features (among other things) Santa Claus fighting Satan. Fantastical sets, bizarre Catholic overtones & a fixation on voyeurism highlight this highly entertaining piece of cinema obscura. Also, we will be doing a "Crappy Santa Gift Exchange", so bring a wrapped present of little or no value to put into the pot. More details to follow in the weeks to come (& god willing a website!), so stay tuned.
See ya soon,
~meeko
Sorry this is a little later than usual. I've been hella busy. Just wanted to drop you a line to remind you that this week is Rape Revenge night, and if you are bothered by graphic sexual violence to women (& men) DO NOT COME. We will not hold it against you & would rather you feel safe and happy than hang out with us. But for those who can handle it, the schedule is:
Monday (tomorrow) Nov 21
7pm: Spit on Your Grave (a.k.a. Day of the Woman) [1978] -- The "classic". Girl is brutally beaten & raped by 4 men. She recovers & spends the rest of the movie hunting them down, mutilating & torturing them & finally killing them in graphic & inventive ways. You can decide for yourself how "feminist" it actually is after you see it.
9pm: Irreversible [2002] -- French bad-boy auteur Gaspar Noe's tale of love, redemption & horrible, brutal violence. Most famous for driving people out of theaters in droves & causing others to faint. Audacious & ultimately soul crushing, if you think you're up to it, this is cinema that changes.
And, bring your appetites, because it's also Hot Dog Day!!! (Yes, I'm serious). We'll be providing beef & chicken dogs for y'all. If there are any Veggies in the house, please let me know & I'll make arrangements.
Also wanted to give everyone a head's up regarding this year's Xmassacre (the D.o.S.'s annual Christmas party). We've worked out the details & this year will be our first ever public film event to the hosted at the Blim Arts Society (17th & Main) on Dec 16th (Friday)!!! Admission will be by donation ($5 suggested) to cover operating costs & our feature presentation (baring any customs snafus) will be "Santa Claus", a Mexican children's movie from the early 60's that features (among other things) Santa Claus fighting Satan. Fantastical sets, bizarre Catholic overtones & a fixation on voyeurism highlight this highly entertaining piece of cinema obscura. Also, we will be doing a "Crappy Santa Gift Exchange", so bring a wrapped present of little or no value to put into the pot. More details to follow in the weeks to come (& god willing a website!), so stay tuned.
See ya soon,
~meeko
Friday, November 18, 2005
Quick Question
Very important. Please give me your feedback.
What works better for people: Friday December 16th or Friday December 23?
I'll tell you what it's all about after Saturday, but until then, tell me!!!!
What works better for people: Friday December 16th or Friday December 23?
I'll tell you what it's all about after Saturday, but until then, tell me!!!!
Monday, November 14, 2005
ANNIVERSARY SOUNDTRACK
KARAOKE AT THE SLACK SHACK 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!
Friday, November 25th.
Prolly 8:00pm on...post requests as comments or email me directly for songs that are not currently listed on the current KJ Duke selection:
THE LIST
This list will be updated TONIGHT.
DIRECTIONS TO THE SHACK ARE IN THE FORUM.
Friday, November 25th.
Prolly 8:00pm on...post requests as comments or email me directly for songs that are not currently listed on the current KJ Duke selection:
THE LIST
This list will be updated TONIGHT.
DIRECTIONS TO THE SHACK ARE IN THE FORUM.
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