I admire that beautiful basset poster …. just don’t like to think of bassets in this type of movie. There are times, though, when I wish bassets would be silent.
A quote from the Wikipedia article on “Imagine Dragons”:
“Dan Reynolds cites Arcade Fire, Nirvana, Muse, The Beatles, Paul Simon, Coldplay, Linkin Park,[113] Harry Nilsson, and U2 as some of his and the band’s artistic influences. In terms of success, Reynolds credits bands like Foster the People and Mumford & Sons for bringing alternative pop music to a new level of commercial success in recent years.”
When I first heard “Believer,” I thought it was a “Pink Floyd” song I’d never heard before; they must be in the other part of “some.”
Thanks for checking it out, Nighthawks! (yeah, i know…..as much as I like the music, I do realize it’s not to everybody’s liking, but the animation more than makes up for it, I think.)
I can see the still picture of the bullet going through the apple, but I’m not quite sure what the “comment image” is all about. What was that supposed to be? Anything I can help with? For one thing, it’s not a regular URL that you would need to post anything here.
All of you are welcome to share the wonderful birthday present behind the couch, with lots of refreshments and snacks! We’ll even have a no moth admission.
Anthony Hopkins is excellent in every role he plays! Truly a treasure!
Liverlips McCracken
Guest
3 years ago
If anyone is interested in seeing Anthony Hopkins in another virtuoso performance as a man who becomes deeply troubled and possibly insane, see Titus Andronicus. This is one of Shakespeare’s less well-known tragedies. Hopkins plays the title role of a Roman General, with Jessica Lange as his antagonist. It is a tour de force of acting from both of them.
If you have never read the whole book series, I recommend it.
What Thomas Harris ended up doing to the character of Clarice Starling is just plain evil (and I mean evil / I still shudder when I think about it).
Re: “Seasons in the Sun” from yesterday.
Serendipitously, my local afternoon CBC radio show ran an episode of a radio column, “Rear View Mirror,” concerning that very song.
I have yet to find a link anywhere on CBC’s site to the column, let alone a post able one, but armed with the information in that column I did find this…
…to an interview with Terry Jacks concerning the song’s history (his version is actually at least the third). The history is quite interesting, and the original is not what you’d expect at all.
Peel potatoes. Wash and slice thinly. Place a layer in casserole or bowl, sprinkle with flour, a little salt, and some pepper and bits of butter. Make as many layers as needed to almost fill dish, each layer having flour, seasonings, and butter. Heat milk (Whole milk, 3.25 % milk fat.) and pour over potatoes to just cover. Bake in 350° F. oven until tender, about an hour. Test for doneness. Time will depend on depth of dish and amount of potatoes. A lot can be made, or a small bowl for one or two. Start cooking earlier for a large casserole, if needed for a dinner.
Note from me: Use a sieve to sprinkle the flour in a nice thin layer. Salt and pepper to taste. Be generous with the butter bits. Place the baking dish on a metal tray in the oven to catch the inevitable boil-over. Bake on the second rack (Top rack is first.)
For those of you that may not have checked out the animation video I posted with the song “Believer” (by Imagine Dragons), if you enjoy very well done animations that include the most adorable puppy and a very moving storyline, I would encourage you to go back and give it a try. Although the subtitles are in Spanish, the short story is easy to understand without any knowledge of Spanish. The song is in English, and even though I like the song, if you don’t, you can always mute it.
The main thing is that I was quite impressed with the quality of the animation, the storyline, and the cutest little puppy character that I’ve seen in a long time. The story will tug at your heart, yet it turns out to be so uplifting! Go back and check it out!! It’s a nice counterpoint to today’s horror movie poster that wasn’t so appealing to some of you! LOL
[human poster]
[apologies to all the “behind-the-couch people” for today’s theme…..happier posters next week. Promise!]
That is just sooo disturbing. XD
Nope, nope, nope.
I’m going to join the girls on this one.
You don’t have to watch the movie, Happy! Just admire that beautiful basset poster! LOL
Yes! Yes it is! 😀
I especially like the rating. 🙂
How was that for shameless promotion?
Thanks, though! I appreciate it!
I admire the beautiful basset poster
I admire the beautiful basset poster,
hahaha Thanks!!
I admire that beautiful basset poster …. just don’t like to think of bassets in this type of movie. There are times, though, when I wish bassets would be silent.
This is creepy, Stel, I’m hearing your post in Hannibal’s voice.
Welcome, welcome Number Six !!!! I’m so glad you made it here….finally!!
DON’T BE A STRANGER!
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A quote from the Wikipedia article on “Imagine Dragons”:
“Dan Reynolds cites Arcade Fire, Nirvana, Muse, The Beatles, Paul Simon, Coldplay, Linkin Park,[113] Harry Nilsson, and U2 as some of his and the band’s artistic influences. In terms of success, Reynolds credits bands like Foster the People and Mumford & Sons for bringing alternative pop music to a new level of commercial success in recent years.”
When I first heard “Believer,” I thought it was a “Pink Floyd” song I’d never heard before; they must be in the other part of “some.”
that was a great animation! have to say I kept the sound down,
cause the music was annoying, but the heartwarming ending
made it a five star.
Thanks for checking it out, Nighthawks! (yeah, i know…..as much as I like the music, I do realize it’s not to everybody’s liking, but the animation more than makes up for it, I think.)
For those uf us that will be enjoying our popcorn behind the couch…
Doc Edgerton had to use a strobe light to get that kind of stuff.
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-m8ppgVlinUw/UEKMJj91FAI/AAAAAAAAypY/kUc59zNoQmI/s1600/Harold+E.+Edgerton+bullet+Apple+1991.89.14_1a.jpeg
?auto=webp&s=145b2cb047df631f4dd37cf0235b35019b1a8b57
Was trying to get the famous milk drop photo in a postable form but no luck.
There’s quite a few to choose from, so I’m not sure this is what you were going for:
I know everybody has their different ways to post things here. This is what I feel comfortable with:
Good luck, Dennis! Let me know if this works for you.
I can see the still picture of the bullet going through the apple, but I’m not quite sure what the “comment image” is all about. What was that supposed to be? Anything I can help with? For one thing, it’s not a regular URL that you would need to post anything here.
See my comment just before yours. You can Google Harold Edgerton milk drop to see it.
This is from Edgerton:
(“and, so…to bed!” g’night, all!)
Yeah! That is the one i always think of when i think of his work.
Eeeeek! This is not a ‘gentle mystery’!!!
All of you are welcome to share the wonderful birthday present behind the couch, with lots of refreshments and snacks! We’ll even have a no moth admission.
P.S. I normally love Anthony Hopkins.
Anthony Hopkins is excellent in every role he plays! Truly a treasure!
If anyone is interested in seeing Anthony Hopkins in another virtuoso performance as a man who becomes deeply troubled and possibly insane, see Titus Andronicus. This is one of Shakespeare’s less well-known tragedies. Hopkins plays the title role of a Roman General, with Jessica Lange as his antagonist. It is a tour de force of acting from both of them.
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I keep trying to get a look at the drum kit, it is not the usual. Nice blast from the past.
Best one I could find to clip.
I can see the drummer hitting something on the sides of the big drum, but I don’t see what. Maybe just the side of the drum?
Silence of the Bassets would be even more scary than Howling of the Bassets. At least when they are howling, you know what they are up to.
Hah! Good point!
(see my reply to you above re: posting pictures)
Like the silence of little children.
If you have never read the whole book series, I recommend it.
What Thomas Harris ended up doing to the character of Clarice Starling is just plain evil (and I mean evil / I still shudder when I think about it).
Re: “Seasons in the Sun” from yesterday.
Serendipitously, my local afternoon CBC radio show ran an episode of a radio column, “Rear View Mirror,” concerning that very song.
I have yet to find a link anywhere on CBC’s site to the column, let alone a post able one, but armed with the information in that column I did find this…
…LINK…
…to an interview with Terry Jacks concerning the song’s history (his version is actually at least the third). The history is quite interesting, and the original is not what you’d expect at all.
Wow, that was an interesting read. So many references to songs, high brow and low brow..
Orville and Wilbur Wright’s first flight
The Spirit of St. Louis
P-38 Lightning
A history ~ from the beginning to now. Nice!
beside being potato day, it’s aviation day, so……
Good morning Balladeers, (((((Plods))))) and Miss Susan.
Great movie.
Good morning, philm phans!
My downphall… sigh
Y’all bake your spuds. (((((HuGz!)))))
From: My mother’s cookbook.
Escalloped Potatoes
Peel potatoes. Wash and slice thinly. Place a layer in casserole or bowl, sprinkle with flour, a little salt, and some pepper and bits of butter. Make as many layers as needed to almost fill dish, each layer having flour, seasonings, and butter. Heat milk (Whole milk, 3.25 % milk fat.) and pour over potatoes to just cover. Bake in 350° F. oven until tender, about an hour. Test for doneness. Time will depend on depth of dish and amount of potatoes. A lot can be made, or a small bowl for one or two. Start cooking earlier for a large casserole, if needed for a dinner.
Note from me: Use a sieve to sprinkle the flour in a nice thin layer. Salt and pepper to taste. Be generous with the butter bits. Place the baking dish on a metal tray in the oven to catch the inevitable boil-over. Bake on the second rack (Top rack is first.)
one potato two potato three potato four….
Susan Sunshine: Hope you are doing okay and hope you are back here soon. Take care!!
I second that!! We miss you, Susan!
FYI: animated video posted above
For those of you that may not have checked out the animation video I posted with the song “Believer” (by Imagine Dragons), if you enjoy very well done animations that include the most adorable puppy and a very moving storyline, I would encourage you to go back and give it a try. Although the subtitles are in Spanish, the short story is easy to understand without any knowledge of Spanish. The song is in English, and even though I like the song, if you don’t, you can always mute it.
The main thing is that I was quite impressed with the quality of the animation, the storyline, and the cutest little puppy character that I’ve seen in a long time. The story will tug at your heart, yet it turns out to be so uplifting! Go back and check it out!! It’s a nice counterpoint to today’s horror movie poster that wasn’t so appealing to some of you! LOL
I did bypass it for the moment to see the rest of the comments. I’m glad you pointed it out. It’s kewl!
I’m so glad you checked it out! Thanks!