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Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Jerk and Squirt: Understanding the Terms
"Jerk and Squirt" refers to a technique primarily used in certain manual or mechanical operations where a forceful action (the jerk) is immediately followed by a release or dispensing action (the squirt). This combination is often associated with devices like grease guns or lubrication systems, where an initial jerk motion applies pressure, causing a fluid or lubricant to be ejected.
In many industries, from automotive maintenance to heavy machinery, the jerk-and-squirt method ensures that lubrication or grease reaches tight spaces or moving parts efficiently. This simple yet effective method is essential for maintaining equipment, reducing friction, and prolonging the life of mechanical components.
The term can also be used more broadly in contexts like irrigation or certain tools where the dual actions of force and release are necessary to get a job done, combining both precision and power.
In essence, while the phrase might sound casual or quirky, "jerk and squirt" is a practical method that plays a crucial role in various maintenance tasks, ensuring the smooth functioning of tools and machinery.
Monday, October 21, 2024
BlackMaleMe: Empowering Black Men Through Community and Self-Expression
"BlackMaleMe" is more than just a phrase—it's a movement aimed at empowering black men through community, self-expression, and personal development. In a world where the narratives around black men are often shaped by societal stereotypes, BlackMaleMe seeks to redefine what it means to be a black male in today’s society. It emphasizes the importance of mental health, financial literacy, and building strong, positive relationships.
At its core, BlackMaleMe is about celebrating individuality while embracing the collective experience of black men. It serves as a platform for men to share their stories, challenges, and triumphs. Whether through online discussions, mentorship programs, or community events, BlackMaleMe fosters a space where black men can uplift one another, break free from limiting labels, and reach their fullest potential.
In a society that often overlooks the complexities of black male identity, BlackMaleMe reminds us of the power of unity and self-determination, encouraging black men to reclaim their narratives and proudly stand in their authenticity.
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 2
TRIVIA & PRODUCTION NOTES
- Nia Vardalos, who wrote the first, has scripted the second installment and will star with John Corbett, her groom in the original Joel Zwick-directed romantic comedy. Also back is the brash Portokalos family.
- The long-awaited follow-up to the highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time.
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CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR & Blue Film Racket
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- The third installment in the Captain America films.
- The film will be rooted in the Civil War storyline from Marvel's comic books.
- After his debut in Marvel’s Ant-Man on July 17, 2015, Paul Rudd will make his first appearance alongside the Avengers as Scott Lang/Ant-Man in Captain America: Civil War.
- Directors Joe and Anthony Russo’s creative team also includes director of photography Trent Opaloch (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Elysium”), production designer Owen Paterson (“Godzilla,” “Matrix”), and three time Oscar®-nominated costume designer Judianna Makovsky (“Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”).
- Source >> http://www.movieinsider.com/m12422/captain-america-3#plot
Allegiant (2016)
Director:
Robert SchwentkeStoryline
After the earth-shattering revelations of INSURGENT, Tris must escape with Four and go beyond the wall enclosing Chicago. For the first time ever, they will leave the only city and family they have ever known. Once outside, old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless with the revelation of shocking new truths. Tris and Four must quickly decide who they can trust as a ruthless battle ignites beyond the walls of Chicago which threatens all of humanity. In order to survive, Tris will be forced to make impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love. Written by mapbryanUser Reviews Watch this video
Monday, February 29, 2016
Anomalisa: Upcoming Animated Film Uses 3D Printed Faces to Establish Artistic Vision
Anomalisa: Upcoming Animated Film Uses 3D Printed Faces to Establish Artistic Vision
Director Charlie Kaufman is no stranger to these themes. After all, he directed the cult classic film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, starring Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey. When his producer/friend Dino Stamatopolous approached him about directing a film for his new stop-motion studio, Starburns Industries, Kaufman was wary about the financing. But after a successful Kickstarter campaign, Kaufman and his co-director, Duke Johnson, were able to secure the entire $8 million needed to go forward. And forward they went, completing the animated film Anomalisa using 3D printed faces for their puppet-characters. The effect is quite dramatic, indeed. Almost surreal.
The film, scheduled for a limited release on December 30th and full release in January, is about the modern difficulties establishing human connection, and it embraces both artifice and real effects. 3D printing, which I argue is a little bit of both, fits in perfectly here. The set used a dozen puppets of the main characters, Michael and Lisa. Michael (voice of David Thewlis) is an inspirational speaker who is on his way to a nervous breakdown at a Cincinnati hotel when he meets Lisa (voice of Jennifer Jason Leigh). In its-two year production time, the set used 30 animators, about 100 feet of hallway, 18 stages, and 10 motion control rigs–and 1,261 faces
But what appears to establish the puppets’ humanity are their faces. The faces, 3D printed with all of the real-life details you would imagine, like wrinkles and bags under the eyes, seem to serve as a bridge between the artificial and real world struggle that is the film’s overall theme. According to one review, “…the eyes, expressions and movements are believable. The awkwardness and desperation are very tangible and empathetic.”
We have seen Hollywood turn more and more to 3D printing for special effects for horror and science fiction, like Alchemy Studios, for example. Anomalisa is yet another example of a very original use of the technology. In fact, it is difficult to image these puppet-characters with any other kind of face except the 3D printed kind. The technology plays a very big role in this film’s ability to tackle the big questions posed in the very beginning of the film’s trailer, which you can watch below: “What is it to be human? What is it to ache? What is it to be alive?”
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Allegiant directly follows the events from Insurgent after the demise of Kate Winslet's Jeanine character. Naomi Watts reprises her role as Evelyn and pretty much follows the same unfortunate path that Jeanine did as leader of the dystopian Chicago. Four and Tris, played by Shailene Woodley, lead a small group of survivors into the outside world which was teased at the end of the last film. From there, every cliché you can possibly think of, follows. The characters who you think will die, die. The people who you think will be good or bad, end up being good or bad. There is nothing surprising or noteworthy about the film's plot.
The positives do however come from some of the performances. Theo James continues to be a pleasant surprise and does as much as he can with a weak script. He has a definite future in the film business. Woodley is solid as she usually is and so is Jeff Daniels and Naomi Watts. The problem is that the film around them is average at best. The pacing is painfully slow at times and nothing really happens until the final 20 minutes. Of course, it's set up for an unnecessary and unplanned 4th film purely for the reasons of making money, because there could have easily been an ending here. Overall, a weak script and horrible green screen moments end up making a disappointing third entry in the series.
+Music +Performances from James and others -Green screen moments -Pacing -Nothing original and full of clichés