A. Bertocci
Adam is a writer, filmmaker and humorist who writes about media, movies, pop culture and the greatest city ever founded.
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Trailer - "Shayna Keeps it Simple"Trailer for a comedic short film about love in New York. -
Trailer - Ronan and Alyssa Are About to Break UpTrailer for a short film about time, inevitability and the Brooklyn Bridge. http://www.guyinhisbasement.com/ronanandalyssa -
Ke$ha's "TiK Tok" as Brilliant Political Allegory"TiK Tok" by Ke$ha: silly pop song or document of America's decline? You decide. -
The Most Boring Wisdom Tooth Extraction Story EverFollowing in the grand tradition of wisdom teeth removal blogs, this is my incredibly uneventful story of diagnosis, surgery and recovery. May yours be just as boring.
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Trailer: "James K. Polk was @#?!ing Awesome"Trailer for the award-winning film hitting festivals in 2009 and the Internet in 2010. http://www.guyinhisbasement.com/jameskpolk -
"Blackouts" by J. Anthony Roman - Two Generations in the Heart of DarknessReview of the new play premiering at Center Stage NY, October 2009. -
"Jennifer's Body" a Smart, Shattering Mix of Magic and the MundanePositive review of "Jennifer's Body" focusing on its grounding in real-life small-town high school drama.
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Why "Full Metal Jacket" is the Greatest War Movie Ever MadeA testament to the importance of Stanley Kubrick's underrated tale of dehumanization and madness in the Vietnam War.
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My Top 5 YouTube CommentsFive YouTube comments that will make you weep for humanity. -
Top 10 Halloween Songs for Halloween Parties, Dances and HauntingsA rundown of ten can't-miss Halloween songs, mixing in the time-honored classics with some offbeat picks. -
"Ectospasms" and the Adventure of ConsciousnessReview of the 2009 dance piece from the New York International Fringe Festival. -
Scribner to Publish 'Restored' Edition of Mariel HemingwayA satire about the new edition of Ernest Hemingway's "A Movable Feast".
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Twenty-Four Hours to "Twelfth Night"One man's sleepless quest for Shakespeare in the Park Tickets, the meaning of life and Anne Hathaway. -
Sarah Palin Resigns as Governor of Alaska to Pursue Other Opportunities to Be HotA satirical swipe at Sarah Palin's very attractive (?!) post-gubernatorial career options.
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Best T-Shirts and Gifts for Filmmakers: MovieMakerMerch.ComAn independent filmmaker reflects on the path to starting a new business -- a brand of t-shirts and gifts for filmmakers and film crew like himself. -
Fox's "Glee" Earns Its EncoreCautious but optimistic review of Fox TV series "Glee", praising the technical strengths, critiquing the characterization.
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"Labyrinth," David Bowie and the Limits of Conventional CriticismOn the increasingly futile task of properly parsing even the smallest thing that happens in Jim Henson's completely incomprehensible film "Labyrinth".
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"Homemade Hollywood: Fans Behind the Camera" Will Garner Fans of Its OwnReview of the first book about the art of fan films, by a consumer and creator of "Star Wars" fan films.
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Everything Magically Better NowIf you support President-elect Obama, as I do, please read this. You don't owe it to yourself, or to me; you owe it to Obama. -
Sarah Palin Makes History as Only Second Female to Lose on a Presidential TicketThe "glass ceiling" received another devastating blow as Sarah Palin, like Geraldine Ferraro before her, completely failed to achieve the Vice-Presidency.
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"Zack and Miri Make a Porno" Barely Makes the GradeKevin Smith's new film "Zack and Miri Make a Porno" is a gutbuster, but lacks the emotional and intellectual core of his best comedies.
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Flag Pins: The Only Issue that MattersI am proud to be a single-issue voter. America must make its choice this year based entirely on flag pins, or democracy will fail. You don't hate America, do you? -
Bootstraps and Beagles: How I Singlehandedly Solved the Economic Crisis (and You Can, Too)Satire for an economy plagued by not nearly enough people pulling up their bootstraps and winning the lottery. Everything in this story is absolutely true except the conclusions.
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Presidential Debate Finds Salient Metaphor in Mario the PlumberBoth Barack Obama and John McCain repeatedly employed one "Mario the plumber" as a rhetorical device to highlight their respective economic policies. -
History Made as Major Party Chooses First Attractive Female CandidateA historic moment in a historic election was made today, as Sarah Palin was selected as the first attractive female candidate for Vice-President in American history.
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"The Dark Knight" Fulfills Its PromiseA sprawling and visionary crime epic, the newest "Batman" movie has surprises to spare. -
"Hellboy II" Expands, but Doesn't Exceed, Original"Hellboy II" reunites Guillermo del Toro with Mike Mignola's comic books for another monster mash. How does the filmmaker fare with the international darling "Pan's Labyrinth" under his belt?
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Trial by Fire: My Video's Day on the Front Page of YouTubeEveryone who makes a video for YouTube hopes people will come watch it. Be careful what you wish for.
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"Speed Racer" a Triumph of Visual DesignPositive review of "Speed Racer" focusing on its formal elements. You've never seen anything like this.
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5 Ways "Iron Man" Breaks the MoldAn overview of five interesting things the 2008 Jon Favreau film "Iron Man" does that you don't often find in superhero movies. -
Top Vintage Clothing Stores in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New YorkEvery hipster worth their vinyl record collection knows that Williamsburg is this decade's vintage clothing nexus. But where do you begin? -
Why the Internet Doesn't Work on TVAn attempt to get at the heart of why TV shows based on Internet content aren't taking off. -
The Ten Earns Less Than a Perfect ScoreMixed review of "The Ten", an independent anthology of interconnected pieces based on the Ten Commandments. -
You Can't Stop the Beat: "Hairspray" Will Sweep You UpFrom screen to stage and back again, "Hairspray" is a fun summer musical with some standout performances.
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"Etymology of a Person": A Challenging New Dance Theatre PieceThe sophomore effort from the Odonata Dance Project held its world premiere in Brooklyn on May 31, 2007. -
Jerry Falwell Dies at Age 73A powerful voice at the crossroads of politics and theology is silenced. -
J.K. Rowling to Write "Harry Potter" Encyclopedia for CharityThe ultimate guide to the Potter universe, and it's all for a good cause. -
Top 10 Things Paris Hilton Was Really Crying AboutReports have been flying about Paris Hilton crying about the prospect of a 45-day jail sentence. But the truth might surprise you. -
How the Spring 2007 Floods Didn't Ruin Everything I Own--But Almost Could HaveA reflection on the author's growing up in a flood-prone area... and leaving before six feet of water overtook his childhood home.
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Federal Reserve Holds Rates at 5.25%The Federal Reserve, as expected, has voted to keep interest rates steady. But inflation hasn't been beaten yet. -
Spider-Man 3 Weaves a Tangled but Enjoyable WebMixed review of "Spider-Man 3"; sometimes less is more. -
Grindhouse" a Thrilling Experience of Cinematic BravadoPositive review of "Grindhouse" focusing on its importance as a unified work rather than two halves of a double feature. -
Author Kurt Vonnegut Dies at 84Obituary for seminal author Kurt Vonnegut... so it goes.
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Filmmaker Bob Clark Killed in Car CrashProducer-director Bob Clark brought the world coming-of-age classics, cult horror, oddball flops and everything in between.
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Five Essential Graphic Novels for Young ReadersFive important comics that contain intelligent and sophisticated reading without age-inappropriate content.
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Best Character on Sesame Street: Cookie MonsterWhy Cookie Monster's iconicity makes him a timeless character. -
Best Character on Family Guy: Meg GriffinA tribute to the much-put-upon Meg.
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300 an Entertaining Cinematic Vision of GloryPrepare for glory! Zack Snyder's digital dreamscape of the Frank Miller graphic novelization of the battle of Thermopylae.
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Jean Baudrillard Dies at 77Noted philosopher Jean Baudrillard leaves behind ideas that describe our changing times and our search for meaning.
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John McCain to Announce Run for Presidency in Mid-AprilJohn McCain won't formally be in the Presidential race till April. Why the long wait? And who in the party does he need to make amends with?
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How to Brighten and Darken Video the Advanced Way: With Composite ModesA guide to using a video image's attributes to brighten or darken a copy of itself, for a better-looking result when brightening and darkening images. -
Britney Spears Returns to Rehab... AgainWill Britney Spears stay in rehab this time? And what will become of her two children?
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Britney Spears Returns to RehabBritney Spears checked into rehab again, after a weekend marked by drastic measures and even more drastic haircut choices. -
Why Christina Aguilera is the Most Beautiful Person in the World... But Wasn't at FirstWhy, now, is Christina Aguilera truly "Beautiful"?
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North Korea Agrees to Curb Nuclear Weapons ProgramFollowing a six-nation meeting, North Korea has agreed to deactivate nuclear facilities in exchange for fuel and financial aid. -
Actor Ian Richardson Passes Away at 72News item on the death of British actor Ian Richardson.
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How Personal Finance Blogs Changed My LifePersonal story about personal finance blogs and how they helped the author become better-informed about money. -
Best BBQ Restaurant in New York City: Virgil's Real BarbecueA carnivore's dream: heaping slabs of meat in the middle of Times Square. You can't miss. -
How Dogma"Changed My LifePersonal account of how "Dogma" (dir. Kevin Smith, 1999) made me a more spiritually inquisitive person and filmmaker. -
How "Star Wars" Changed My LifePersonal essay on seeing "Star Wars" on the big screen for the first time. -
Letter Bomb Explodes in London OfficeA letter bomb went off in a busy London office on Monday morning. Who is responsible?
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Oscars 2007: Who Will Win?A film industry insider's guide to the best bets for who takes home a statue at the 2007 Academy Awards. -
New Presidential Dollar Coin to Fulfill Right-Wing Conspiracy Agenda of Reagan on MoneyA humorous look in smoke-filled rooms where happy Republicans have gotten their wish. -
Equestrian Champion Barbaro EuthanizedNews article on the euthanization of Kentucky Derby prizewinner Barbaro. -
YouTube to Share Revenue with Content ProvidersNews item on YouTube co-founder Chad Hurley's big plans to share the wealth--literally--with the people who make the videos. -
Why Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton Should Go Out in New OrleansWhat could two married politicians and competitors for a nomination stand to gain from a date in hurricane-torn New Orleans? The answer may surprise you.
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President Bush Delivers State of the Union AddressSummary of the historic 2007 State of our Union address delivered by President George W. Bush to a Democrat-dominated Congress. -
Share the Truth, "An Inconvenient Truth" and the Tragedy of the CommonsAn analysis of SharetheTruth.us and its mission to provide free "An Inconvenient Truth" DVDs to spread the word about global warming. -
HD-DVD, Blu-Ray and PornographyThe adult entertainment industry supports HD-DVD over Blu-Ray. Why is this a decisive blow in the home video format war? -
What My Stack of Old Magazines Taught Me About InvestingThe author's tardiness in tackling his financial magazines reveals a cautionary tale about blindly following hot investment advice. -
Dichloroacetate (DCA): A Cure for Cancer?Researchers at the University of Alberta may have found a new path to the cure for cancer.
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Best Spots for a Romantic Dinner in New York CityThe capital of the world has more than its share of dining establishments. Where can you go to sweep Ms. (or Mr.?) Right off a foot or two? -
Why Kevin Federline and Jennifer Hudson Should Go Out on the Vegas StripAt long last, a humorous article skewering Kevin Federline, filling a longstanding gap in American media.
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Best Spots to Propose in New York CityGet on one knee, take out the ring, pop the question... all in the perfect spot, New York. But where, precisely? -
Explosion Rocks U.S. Embassy in AthensThe U.S. Embassy in Athens has been attacked. No casualty reports at this time.
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Valentine's Crafts... The Digital WayCrafts ideas for those who are only crafty with computers. Also a spot of humor for the clumsy who know they won't be knitting any scarves. -
The World of the End - trailerTrailer for a dramatic short film. -
"Rocky Balboa" Goes the DistancePositive review of "Rocky Balboa" (2006). -
Top Ten Movie-Related AC Content of 2006Eclectic mix of notable Associated Content articles from 2006 focusing on cinema. -
"Pat Gets a Cat" trailerIn this award-winning short, a lonely young man adopts a cat and imagines it as human. -
Trailer for Love: The MovieThe trailer for the award-winning experimental romantic comedy "Love: The Movie." -
Support Small Businesses... By Not Using Your Credit Card ThereA request to consumers to not use their credit card at small family-owned businesses, to save the business owner money. -
Human Civilization Slated for Doom Upon Release of "Epic Movie" TrailerReaction to the "Epic Movie" trailer, which promises even fewer laughs than its predecessors.
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Music References in Film Scores: Movie Music Can Make Jokes TooAn entry-level guide to some musical scores in films that make direct quotations of other movie scores. -
Top 10 Saddest Losses to Cinema in 2006: Actors That Passed Away This YearTen significant deaths in the world of film in 2006. -
Top 10 Most Significant Movies of 2006Summary of ten culturally important movies of 2006, ranking not quality but significance in terms of how they comment on our times and change the face of cinema as art or industry. -
Ten New Years' Resolutions Suggestions for Michael RichardsEven our lovable friend Kramer could do with some self-improving in the wake of a scandal.
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SparkyWhen a massive blackout tosses his slacker lifestyle into upheaval, Sparky Peterson is forced to amuse himself. -
Top Ten Billy Joel Songs Expanded: More Stories from the Piano ManExpansion of an AC article on the top ten Billy Joel songs; this discussion focuses on Joel's storytelling and his setting of time and place in the songs the initial article lists.
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Halloween Party Movies: The RebuttalResponse to an AC article on the best Halloween party movies, from someone who takes the subject far too seriously.
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Expansion of Rocky Horror as Fantasy (Not that Kind of Fantasy)Expansion of an AC article about The Rocky Horror Picture Show as a model of traditional fantasy storytelling.
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Why so Many Remakes? Follow the MoneyAn AC article asks, "Why so many remakes?" Here's a thought.
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Why You Should Have Been Watching NBC's Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (There's Still Time)Response to "Why You Should be Watching..." focusing on the virtues of actor Sarah Paulson.
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Ten More Takes on Ten Madonna SongsA response to Top Ten Songs by Madonna.
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Articles About MySpace Now Outnumbering MembershipA satirical look at the media obsession with MySpace. -
The Biography Skywalking: The Life and Films of George LucasResponse to a review of Dale Pollock's "Skywalking", a biography of George Lucas.
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More Thoughts on the Film Phantom of the OperaThoughts on why the 2004 film of "The Phantom of the Opera" did not profit in its theatrical run, in response to a fellow fan's article.
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Expansion on Surviving as a Film and Television ExtraA companion to Racheline Maltese's tips on getting through the long day a movie extra has to face.
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Revenge of the Sith Novelization Not Just Harrowing, but BeautifulA response to an AC review of the novelization of "Revenge of the Sith"
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GooTube: Thoughts on Google Buying YouTubeWhat's on the horizon if Google buys YouTube? Thoughts on the October merger. -
TLC's "The Monastery": A Look into the CloistersAdvance review of the new TLC series "The Monastery". -
The Catholic Review of LimboAn explanation of the Catholic Church's decision to discuss the future position on limbo, what it means and why this discussion is happening. -
Why You Should Visit Evanston, ILHome of Northwestern University, Evanston has so much to offer beyond classes and diplomas... -
Why a Hot Stock Tip Will Inevitably Make Me Miss Dollar-Cost AveragingThe author's introspective, humorous look at how the promise of profit plays with investors' minds and makes us stray from dollar-cost averaging. -
Why You Should Visit GramercyA short guide to Gramercy, a residential neighborhood in Manhattan with a lot of history. -
It's Official!: Dow Closes at All-Time HighSeptember 28th's historic high close for the Dow.
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Dow Trades Above Record HighSeptember 28. Morning. The Dow trades above its record all-time high.
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Election Inspectors: What It's like to Work at the PollsCheerful, general guide to what it's like to be an election inspector and work at a polling place. Covers setup, the voting day and takedown. -
Top Ten Songs by "Weird Al" YankovicFive originals, five parodies; the cream of the crop from the man who made us dare to be stupid.
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Top Ten Songs by the BeatlesA fan somehow manages to whittle the Beatles catalog down to ten songs. Somehow. -
Top Ten Songs by QueenTop ten songs by Queen, the group that asked the world to do the Fandango. -
Advance Review of The Sentinel on DVD: Tried-and-true Political ThrillsAdvance peek at The Sentinel (2006) on DVD, focusing on the special features. -
The Joys of Ownership: Seeing Your Stocks as Pieces of Real CompaniesAn offbeat, humorous look through a mutual fund's holdings that reminds us of how as investors, we're buying into real companies whose business and operations we ought to understand. -
Aspiration: Housewife: A Cheerful Critique of Traditional Femininity by the Odonata Dance ProjectGlowing review of a new theatrical work from the Odonata Dance Project. -
5 Tips for Talking to Someone with a Speech ImpedimentSome simple tips on dealing with people with speech impediments, focusing on common courtesy and not making assumptions. Written by someone with a longtime speech impediment. -
5 Tips on Staying Positive when Investing Gets NegativeAn upbeat, cheerful article encouraging perspective when investments go down. Strongly stresses the importance of holding on, and not panic-selling. -
The New Yahoo! Finance: More Content! More Interactivity! More Competition?Discussion of the newly revamped Yahoo! Finance site, explaining some of its new features and Yahoo!'s attempt to stay current in light of competition from Google. -
Getting Started with Submitting to Film FestivalsArticle for the first-time filmmaker on the basics of choosing and submitting to film festivals. -
Global Warming Problem Solved; Gay Marriage to BlameSatirical news article in the style of "The Onion", intended to point out the silliness of predicting damaging effects from same-sex marriage. -
What Finding Ten Cents Taught Me About AmericaHumorous editorial on the author's experience picking up ten stray pennies on a Manhattan street corner, and what it says about savings and image in this country. -
The Museum of Television and Radio in New York, NYReview of the Museum of Television and Radio and the importance of its purpose. -
The Museum of Sex in New York, NY (where Else?)Review of the Museum of Sex in New York, positive and surprisingly intellectual. -
Adobe Photoshop Versus Adobe Photoshop ElementsArticle comparing Adobe Photoshop versus its own Elements edition to help consumers find the best for their own situation -
Final Cut Pro Versus AvidComparison of Apple's Final Cut Pro to Avid, stressing their differing approaches and user experiences. -
10 Reasons Not to Buy Adobe PremiereA snarky, pro-Mac list of ten strikes against Adobe Premiere.
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Prosper.com: Not a Lender's MarketArticle showing that Prosper.com microlending is a market in favor of the borrowers, with lenders perhaps better-advised to stick with more conservative options, at least from a purely financial point of view. -
Baby Buddha: Solid Chinese Cuisine in the VillagePositive review of a Chinese restaurant in Greenwich Village
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Clerks II: For Older, Wiser SlackersPositive review of Clerks II highlighting the importance of the development in the relationship between friends Dante and Randal.
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A Clerks II Primer: Still Clerkin' HardGuide to the original "Clerks" film in conjunction with the release of the sequel.
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Best Filmmaking Blogs: A Look Behind the ScenesA guide to seven blogs about making movies, from big-budget to no budget at all. -
Buying Guide to the Apple Macintosh ComputerGuide to buying a Macintosh computer, focusing on where one should and should not be allocating money. -
The Best Personal Finance BlogsA summary of some of the best personal finance blogs on the Internet today. -
Five Foreign Films for Novices: A Sample of Foreign Movies for the UninitiatedDiscussion of five foreign films that are easily accessible to the American viewer, with emphasis on connections to our own movies.
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Panasonic AG-HVX200: High Definition for Lower BudgetsA positive review of the Panasonic AG-HVX200 video camera, emphasizing its new technological developments.
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Best Mistake I Ever MadeHow deleting an important file gave a young author a chance to start fresh.
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Atlantic Omega Multi Media Tower: Poor Priorities in DVD and CD StorageA negative review of the Atlantic Omega Multi Media Tower - OME250C23
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Final Cut Pro Studio: Post-Production PowerA positive review of Apple's Final Cut Pro Studio. Imparts to the reader that this is a piece of software designed to handle professional-grade material.
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Directing Reality: How Reality TV is CreatedYou're promised reality. The word is right there: reality TV. But can you really watch any of those shows and think that you're seeing the same unscripted drama you'll get in real life? -
The Nostalgia of Nudity: A Kinder, Gentler PornographyA nostalgic look back at the evolution of pornography, from hard-to-find hot commodity to a commonplace, less innocent, distasteful thing any kid can pick up.
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Bryan Adams' Summer of '69: Nostalgia for a DreamtimeA review, discussion and history of Bryan Adams' seminal "Summer of '69".
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SAT Prep: Finding Your Personal ApproachA friendly, upbeat guide to SAT preparation, emphasizing the personal, self-taught approach over costly courses, and stressing the importance of understanding the structure of the test alongside the academic material. -
Public Transportation in New York CityA quick rundown for tourists and newcomers about the options available for public transportation in New York City. -
Summer in the City: Have Fun on a Budget in New YorkSummer-specific guide to budget-friendly fun things to see and do in New York City for the cost-conscious traveler. Geared more toward tourists than locals but suitable for both. -
Galapagos Art Space: The Avant Garde Side of BrooklynA positive review of a Brooklyn art and performance space.
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Ten Tips for Freshmen at Northwestern UniversityAn upbeat list of tips for college freshmen at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL with an NU-specific focus.
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Continental Airport Express: A Costly Way to O'Hare and MidwayA negative review of an airport shuttle business serving the Chicago area. -
The Gramatan Barber Shop: A Simple Small-Town PlaceA basic review of a small-town barber shop in Bronxville, NY.
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5 Essential Comic Books for the Serious ReaderA guide to comics for a reader who wants to get into the hobby for the first time (or at least first time since childhood), seeking comics for mature, intelligent readers. Covers both superhero and non-superhero books.
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Ray's Barber Shop: Doing Things the Old-Fashioned WayA short nostalgia-filled review of a local barber shop in small-town New York.
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Worst Date EverThe worst date ever. You've been warned.
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Acting and Auditioning for Film and TVImportant points for the stage actor to consider when working on movies or TV, or simply trying to land an audition. Making the transition well and letting the director know you know how to do it.
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10 Tips for an Eye-Catching RésuméA guide toward making a résumé look good, explaining the importance of attractive fonts, spacing, etc. and what an applicant can do to make their submission catch a prospective employer's eye.
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Crash Mansion: A Bar and Music Venue for Today's ManhattanA review of Crash Mansion focusing on the rock shows and the clientele.
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The Celebrity Investment Guru: Solid Advice Beneath Dangerous ShowmanshipDiscussion of personal finance 'celebrities' such as Robert Kiyosaki, Jim Cramer and Suze Orman, stating that the best thing about them is how they get people excited and active in investing, but that there are downsides to following big personalities. -
Great Graduation Gifts with a Personal TouchA guide to gifts for the high school or college graduate, focusing on more unusual or personal selections than the traditional suggestions.
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Your First Job: Tips for TeensGuide geared toward teenagers to getting their first job, e.g. store, restaurant or camp work, and the specific processes teens go through.
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A Guide to the Tribeca Film FestivalA simple guide to the Tribeca Film Festival, catering to the novice festivalgoing crowd.
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MySpace: A Place for CelebritiesHere is a humorous piece on how celebrities are using MySpace to make the most of their fame and their content, and be in touch with their fans, much to the fans' evident delight.
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Eating on Outside Patios in Bronxville, NYA comprehensive guide to restaurants with outside seating in Bronxville, NY, focusing more on the outdoor dining experience itself as well as the menu.
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Bronxville High: An Alumnus ReflectsReview of the acclaimed local high school, with significant discussion of the unique social scene. Mild sociological overtones. -
Northwestern University in Evanston, IL: Positive MemoriesA look back at four years spent at Northwestern's film program; a comprehensive look at the inside of one of America's top universities.
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Why Not Patronize Evanston, IL's 24-Hour Burger King at Odd HoursA humor-column style piece about the author's memorable experience at a local 24-hour college town Burger King. Ditzy teenagers, sketchy weirdos and a put-upon clerk named Texu. Life lessons abound.
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NYU's First Run Film FestivalNYU's annual film festival, highlighting the best undergraduate and graduate-level projects of the year, provides an index of what young people today are thinking about and making art about.