Monday, November 27, 2006

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JIMI!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JIMI!


Jimi Hendrix
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Born November 27, 1942 Seattle, Washington, USA
Died September 18, 1970 London, England

James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix (November 27, 1942 – September 18, 1970) was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Widely hailed by music fans and critics alike, Hendrix is considered to be the most influential electric guitarists in rock music history. He achieved worldwide fame in 1967 playing at the Monterey Pop Festival, then headlined the iconic 1969 Woodstock Festival before his tragic death in 1970, at the age of 27.

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current "essentials" playlist:

Born Under A Bad Sign Jimi Hendrix Blues 2 of 11
If 6 Was 9 Jimi Hendrix Axis: Bold As Love 7 of 13
Machine Gun Jimi Hendrix Band of Gypsys 2 of 6
All Along the Watchtower Jimi Hendrix Hendrix - The Best of Jimi 5 of 20
Hear My Train A Comin' (Electric) Jimi Hendrix Blues 11 of 11
Manic Depression Jimi Hendrix Hendrix - The Best of Jimi 8 of 20
Foxey Lady Jimi Hendrix Hendrix - The Best of Jimi 11 of 20
Hey Joe Jimi Hendrix Hendrix - The Best of Jimi 4 of 20

Sunday, November 26, 2006

the right stuff

watching The Right Stuff for the first time tonight.

i was totally caught OFF GUARD when my old aussie aboriginie friends [from The Last Wave] and their magic show up in the second half! way too cool.

see the firefly scene [of The Right Stuff], and The Last Wave [all time favorite].

links goe to neflix, just for convenience

Friday, November 24, 2006

An Inconvenient Truth

the climate crisis is the most serious thing we face, other than the possibility of a nuclear holocaust. drastic climate chage, perhaps much sooner than expected, is coming. it is not just a "possibilty" - climate change is happening now, and will be getting worse. we may still have time to turn it around...

so - what did you do today to reduce your contribution to carbon pollution?

- have you seen the movie "An Inconvenient Truth?" - if so: please be sure to pass the word. it is very good - especially for those who are "confused by the controversy" (which isn't really a controversy, all that doubt was created intentionally).

if you haven't seen it: get it now!

if you rented it, buy a copy and pass it around.

An Inconvenient Truth (2006)
- (@netflix) -
Director-producer Davis Guggenheim (HBO's "Deadwood") captures former Vice President Al Gore in the midst of waging a passionate campaign -- not for the White House, but for the environment. Laying out the facts of global warming without getting political, Gore makes a sobering impression on the audiences who hear his message, urging them to act "boldly, quickly and wisely" … before it's too late to act at all.


See: climatecrisis.net

and PLANT TREES!

/RENEGADE/: Howling Like a Wild Wolf: Overcoming Fear and Undermining the Invader

/RENEGADE/: Howling Like a Wild Wolf: Overcoming Fear and Undermining the Invader

Monday, November 13, 2006

The Truth Shall Free Us - The Pentagon Papers

movies to see / history to study / things to think about

The Pentagon Papers

The Pentagon Papers (2003) -
This compelling political drama is based on the true story of high-ranking Pentagon official Daniel Ellsberg, who, during the Nixon era, strove to preserve American democracy by leaking top-secret Defense Department documents to the The New York Times and The Washington Post. The documents in question would eventually become famous as The Pentagon Papers. Stars Alan Arkin, Claire Forlani, James Spader and Paul Giamatti.


(quotes & links ~ netflix / no endorsement, just convenience ~ unless otherwise stated)

see: > > The Pentagon Papers @ Wikipedia > >

I look forward to the release of the IRAQ PAPERS!


other recent viewing, also reccommended:

Thirteen Days (2000) -
When a nuclear missile presence rapidly escalates in Cuba, President Kennedy (Bruce Greenwood) attempts to curb the threat with help from his aides (including Kevin Costner) and generals. After assessing the situation, they quickly realize the Soviets could launch offensive warheads at any moment. Based on historical events, Thirteen Days is a gripping reenactment of a time when the world's fate hung by a thread.

JFK (1991) -
Oliver Stone's fascinating movie is part deconstruction, part re-creation and part history lesson all wrapped up in one. One of America's most enigmatic and mythical presidents, John F. Kennedy, is assassinated in Dallas, and a lone gunman, Lee Harvey Oswald, takes the fall. But was he acting alone when he shot JFK from the Texas Book Depository? This version includes an extra 17 minutes added...

The Postman (1997) -
In the year 2013, amidst the desolation of a decimated, post-apocalypse United States, rogue groups of armed men prey on individuals. The largest of these -- the Holnists, led by General Bethlehem (Will Patton) -- seeks to rule the country. They capture a drifter (Kevin Costner), who escapes at first chance and stumbles on an abandoned mail Jeep. He begins delivering its letters, eventually restoring hope and inspiring revolution.

Last of the Dogmen, 1995 <<< long unknown surviving remnants of Native America discovered

Water, 2005 <<< [child] widows in India

The Last of His Tribe, 1992 <<< the story of Ishi, last of his tribe... ever really consider the true history of California? ...pretty recent...

Good Night, and Good Luck, 2005 <<< ah. the media...

George Clooney's Oscar-nominated docudrama pits TV newsman Edward R. Murrow (David Strathairn) against Sen. Joseph McCarthy and his single-minded crusade to quell the red threat at home. Despite corporate pressure to back off, Murrow and his CBS staff are determined to examine the lies and fear tactics perpetrated by McCarthy during his Communist witch-hunts. The impressive cast includes Robert Downey Jr., Patricia Clarkson and Jeff Daniels.

Munich, 2005 <<< regarding assassination...

see: > > The Pentagon Papers @ Wikipedia > >

And please check out wikipedia if you haven't yet!

Monday, November 06, 2006

/RENEGADE/: 37th National Day of Mourning

/RENEGADE/: 37th National Day of Mourning

Since 1970, Native Americans have gathered at noon on Cole's Hill in Plymouth to commemorate a National Day of Mourning on the U.S. thanksgiving holiday. Many Native Americans do not celebrate the arrival of the Pilgrims and other European settlers. Thanksgiving day is a reminder of the genocide of millions of Native people, the theft of Native lands, and the relentless assault on Native culture. Participants in National Day of Mourning honor Native ancestors and the struggles of Native peoples to survive today. It is a day of remembrance and spiritual connection as well as a protest of the racism and oppression which Native Americans continue to experience.