If I thought I liked the first one, it is the second one that really held my interest. I continue to review John Adams, the HBO mini-series, in which some extraordinary work has been done for our country. For the first time that I know of, an exceptional portrayal of America’s founding has come together that covers everything I’d ever wanted to see. This series, in my mind, has the makings of a classic. Continue reading
Monthly Archives for July 2008
Review: John Adams – Part 1
HBO has risen to the challenge of showing America a glimpse of what 1770 (and on) was like with their mini-series John Adams. It focus is covering the major historical events of the time of America’s birth through the life of John Adams, one of the more well-known founders. The series is now on DVD and I rented the first disc that has the first two shows. I’ve seen the first, and as I go through them I would like to give my take on them. Continue reading
Movie Review: Iron Man
I would’ve been active yesterday, but I got this terrible stomach virus and it’s nearly been the death of me. When I’m back on the mend I’ll continue regular posting. For today, I’d like to add to my blog a movie review I have on Iron Man. Enjoy. Continue reading
Machines Reading Our Minds
It’s in the news that Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic went through an MRI examination to determine what he really thinks about various current issues. By showing Jeffrey carefully selected imagery and playing for him unique video clippings, they were able to study his brain’s reactions to determine how he felt toward a myriad of people and situations. The results were surprisingly accurate and insightful. Continue reading
