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secretariat7	Tuesday January 20, 2009	Lead	[-]
Posts: 1154 (Jan 20, 2009 6:54 AM) Ornery Bucker More My Recent Posts	Tags : None Ting, thank you so much for the scan to that Heath Ledger article, it was fantastic. I cracked up at the Gary Oldman quote about Ledger's possible reaction to the Oscar nom. Very much a man who wanted to be an actor and not a movie star. On a bright note, today's a big day in the US - Inauguration Day. And just because I'm so excited about this movie (an adaptation of a David Foster Wallace book) coming out at Sundance, allow me a link to a short pitch? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBkXCAKVT1E "The truth will set you free, but not until it is finished with you." - David Foster Wallace Last Edited By: secretariat7 Jan 20, 2009 7:37 AM. Edited 3 times.
Cindy4764		#1	[-]
Posts: 3928 (Jan 20, 2009 9:13 AM) Pic Slut More My Recent Posts	Morning sec, I'll check out that you tube clip after I finish reading and get some more coffee. I confess to not knowing anything about Wallace, not sure I'd even heard of him before he died. Ting, thanks for scanning the Heath article, I thought it was excellent. Heath sounds like he was an interesting young man, exuberant about life and dedicated to becoming the best actor he could be. He obviously loved his daughter and his family and he was very talented, a great loss. Thanks to maria, a nice honor for Russell, Geoffrey, Nicole and Cate. According to the paper Russell has been at the farm which is one reason we haven't seen or heard much about him. Maybe he'll be going to this luncheon on Friday. http://www.smh.com.au/new...age=fullpage#contentSwap1 PRIVATE SYDNEY Andrew Hornery NICOLE KIDMAN has been given a good licking by the media in recent months. Now it's the Australian public's turn, with the actor joining her fellow Australian Academy Award winners Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett and Geoffrey Rush to adorn a series of stamps celebrating actors. The stamps will be unveiled by Australia Post at a gala luncheon in Darling Harbour on Friday. Australia Day is marked each year with stamps celebrating the achievements of prominent citizens. Rush is the only one who won an Oscar for playing an Australian character - the pianist David Helfgott in the film Shine. Nashville-based Kidman will skip the luncheon as she will be addressing the G'Day USA dinner at the Waldorf Astoria in New York. She is then due to fly to Rome to resume filming on the musical Nine. Blanchett, who is performing in the Sydney Theatre Company's The War Of The Roses, Rush and Crowe, who has been at his property at Nana Glen near Coffs Harbour, preparing for his role as Robin Hood in Nottingham, are all expected to attend on Friday. Last year Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, Victor and Loti Smorgon, Lady (Mary) Fairfax and Frank Lowy were honoured with stamps for their philanthropic work.
lemonverbena93		#2	[-]
Posts: 2 (Jan 20, 2009 9:35 AM) More My Recent Posts	I had no idea what the word "verisimilitude" meant. I've looked it up "something that appears to be true". Thanks for adding to my vocabulary, Barbie. However, may I humbly point out that you were referring to "Gran Torino" and not "Slumdog Millionaire" Some in the Hmong community here in my state say some parts of the Hmong subject matter were laughable and not in a good way.
BarbieCat		#3	[-]
Posts: 11149 (Jan 20, 2009 9:37 AM) Nancy Drew Redux More My Recent Posts	Awkwardly written... could it mean Rush has been at the farm? Will he be in Nottingham? probably not, but it gave me pause. I'd love to see him work with Russell. Rush and Crowe, who has been at his property at Nana Glen near Coffs Harbour, preparing for his role as Robin Hood in Nottingham, are all expected to attend on Friday Inauguration Day... how exciting. I have the over the top coverage on the TV behind me. I admit I haven't gotten into all the hoopla, but I'm very mindful of the historic moment. I just fear there are such high expectations for Obama, that he is bound to disappoint some ... there is so much to do, and it won't be easy working with Congress and all the diverse special interests. Today, there's tons of good will, but tomorrow, the hard work starts, and opponents will dig in, ready to fight for their turf. Anyway.. a great day. -------------- Yes... the other day, I was referring to Gran Torino, not Slumdog, though it fits the scenario also. "Either you "get" him, or you don't"
CGee		#4	[-]
Posts: 1895 (Jan 20, 2009 9:46 AM) TOFOG Freakout More My Recent Posts	Morning from the Big, chilly Apple. We pulled in late, did a bit of shopping then ducked into the Four Seasons on 57th to get a drink and keep warm since no cabs were to be found in the doldrums of the dreaded shift change. It's a nicer day here today, cold but not spittin' snow. We're watching all the history being made in DC today. A friend is down in the thick of it. She got to the Mall at 5AM and she called to report it was jammed but the mood is festive and as cold as they feel, not many are complaining. Barbie, I didn't get a chance to post again yesterday and I wanted to answer you. If you learned about Mickey Rourke's complex life through his own words in interviews and not second hand through articles tabloid and otherwise, then I owe you an apology. I overreacted, partly in response to your repeated comments on the Page 6 blurb that I found "tiresome". Reading your post again I could see that you weren't necessarily judging Mr. Rourke but more empathizing with his troubled life. Oh, and when you're criticizing me ... please take a little care "quoting". I used the word verisimilitude to describe the effectiveness of the amateur actors appearing in Slumdog Millionaire. It was a different post, different topic Sorry, but just to be clear, I emphasized the word 'verisimilitude' I didn't quote you. I don't think vocabulary is proprietary. And finally, I look forward to your future "barb" defense, Barbie! Australian Sunsets
babzee		#5	[-]
Posts: 1633 (Jan 20, 2009 9:51 AM) Just Me More My Recent Posts	Good morning, on a historic day. May it pass peacefully and smoothly.
BarbieCat		#6	[-]
Posts: 11150 (Jan 20, 2009 9:59 AM) Nancy Drew Redux More My Recent Posts	I accept your apology CGee... -------------------- I just caught a glimpse of President Elect Obama in the limo on his way to the capital. Next time I refer to him, he'll be just plain ole President Obama. Wow. "Either you "get" him, or you don't"
TXKittie	Cold and beautiful and crowded on the Mall	#7	[-]
Posts: 3904 (Jan 20, 2009 10:59 AM) ezOp More My Recent Posts	One of the headlines on Salon. I'm watching the Inauguration with the TV muted. I'll un-mute when the important speeches start, LOL. ETA: It is after 12pm. Even without the Oath of Office, per the Constitution, Barack Obama is now the President of the United States of America. Rogues are preferable to imbeciles because they sometimes take a rest. Alexandre Dumas Last Edited By: TXKittie Jan 20, 2009 11:05 AM. Edited 1 times.
babzee		#8	[-]
Posts: 1634 (Jan 20, 2009 11:30 AM) Just Me More My Recent Posts	Congratulations, President Obama. You've taken on a huge burden. May you lead us well. Last Edited By: babzee Jan 20, 2009 11:35 AM. Edited 1 times.
secretariat7	Cool	#9	[-]
Posts: 1158 (Jan 20, 2009 12:17 PM) Ornery Bucker More My Recent Posts	As a huge fan of jazz, I loved that Obama quoted from a Dorothy Fields/Jerome Kern song - pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again. Great stuff. "The truth will set you free, but not until it is finished with you." - David Foster Wallace
Karencrowes		#10	[-]
Posts: 365 (Jan 20, 2009 3:14 PM) Can't Lick Our Russ! More My Recent Posts	CONGRATULATIONS TO PRESIDENT & MRS. OBAMA & CONGRATULATIONS TO US!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And, here's best wishes and god-speed to Sen. Kennedy for a speedy recovery. God bless him. Your Signature ... GO BAMA!!
ZhoraFRG		#11	[-]
Posts: 1613 (Jan 20, 2009 5:11 PM) You don't know Roland Bozz More My Recent Posts	Congratulations to...well, to all of us, I guess! It's a good feeling to know that the Bush years are finally and forever over. One can only hope that the future will be better, no matter how grim the economy may look at present. I wish President Obama all the luck in the world. Zhora re-enacted Prison Break today. When I came home from work just now, I opened the living room door.....and there she stood, waiting to get out. That was a bit of a surprise. I'm not entirely sure how she did it, but apparently the managed to pry the door of the cage open a bit (it's in the top of the cage) and squeeze through it.......collar and fixateur and all. And that although I've been securing the cage door with a bit of rope. I guess I'll use a whole lot more rope from now on. But everything seems to be fine. We were lucky. ~ Enduring Love ~
Karencrowes	SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT...	#12	[-]
Posts: 366 (Jan 20, 2009 6:09 PM) Can't Lick Our Russ! More My Recent Posts	As I watched this historical and magnificent event unfold today, I suddenly got an inspirational and have written a little Inauguration ditty which I will post in the O.T. drawer. (Hint: you have to, kinda, sorta, know "My Fair Lady." ;-) ... Zhora, Kitty Zhora was probably listening to "Born Free" on the radio. Your Signature ... GO BAMA!!
ZhoraFRG		#13	[-]
Posts: 1615 (Jan 20, 2009 6:34 PM) You don't know Roland Bozz More My Recent Posts	Probably, Karen! Well, she's sick and tired of the cage.....and I'm with her all the way, because I am too. Unfortunately I'm not sure how much longer she'll have to stay in there while I'm gone......at least until the fixateur is gone, which will be another few weeks. But even then, I don't know yet if I will be allowed to let her go free around my place. I don't know how "delicate" the newly healed knee will be. Maybe, to prevent her from injuring it again right away, I'll have to restrict her movements for a while longer. I will know more when it happens. I just know that we are both ready for it to be over. ~ Enduring Love ~
secretariat7	Good evening	#14	[-]
Posts: 1159 (Jan 20, 2009 9:16 PM) Ornery Bucker More My Recent Posts	I'm so glad Zhora kitty is on the mend, what an ordeal for her (and you, human type Zhora.) "The truth will set you free, but not until it is finished with you." - David Foster Wallace
Cindy4764		#15	[-]
Posts: 3929 (Jan 20, 2009 9:21 PM) Pic Slut More My Recent Posts	This is a little strange but it still makes me happy, LOL. No release date news yet from Lionsgate (I found nothing at their site) but Trailer Addict has a ~2min trailer for Tenderness. http://www.traileraddict....railer/tenderness/trailer Last Edited By: Cindy4764 Jan 20, 2009 9:28 PM. Edited 1 times.
ZhoraFRG		#16	[-]
Posts: 1616 (Jan 20, 2009 10:19 PM) You don't know Roland Bozz More My Recent Posts	That's a bloody neat find, Cindy! And some neat screencaps, too! The trailer looks good! I'm so glad Zhora kitty is on the mend, what an ordeal for her (and you, human type Zhora.) Thank you, so am I. And yeah, this has been going on long enough. ~ Enduring Love ~
TXKittie		#17	[-]
Posts: 3905 (Feb 10, 1988 2:32 PM) ezOp More My Recent Posts	Cool trailer! Thanks Cindy. Good to hear that zhora kitty is mending. Rogues are preferable to imbeciles because they sometimes take a rest. Alexandre Dumas
susi079		#18	[-]
Posts: 558 (Jan 20, 2009 10:54 PM) The Real Deal More My Recent Posts	Cindy, THANKS SOOOO MUCH!! The trailer looks fantastic and I hope the storyline in the flick is better than the book itself. The storyline in the book is kinda slow and boring IMO. I was a bit pessimistic when I first heard it was made into a film. But now I'm excited! Although it makes me wonder to see why RC's name appear first as the lead actor (because his character in the book is only secondary), it makes me jumping with JOY!! YAY for RC being made into a stamp!! This has bring ideas for me to bother my friends in Oz to send letters with his stamps attached all over the envelope. Woohooo!! Dare I hope for the Australian Gov't to finally grant the Oz citizenship to Russ next Jan 26?
sweptaway123		#19	[-]
Posts: 2713 (Jan 20, 2009 11:17 PM) The Real Deal More My Recent Posts	Thanks for the trailer Cindy now we can just hope to see the whole movie someday. Those kitties are pretty darn smart when it comes to escaping. Glad she didn't hurt herself again Zhora. Have to get a hold of one of those stamps so I can lick Russell.
susi079		#20	[-]
Posts: 559 (Jan 20, 2009 11:22 PM) The Real Deal More My Recent Posts	Can I join the licking group, Swept?

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