Chicago’s Maid-Rite Has Closed! Sad news to report: Chicago’s only Maid-Rite burger has apparently closed….here is the article I found announcing the closure: http://lincolnpark.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/local-maid-rite-closes-after-6-months-in-business I wrote about this new spot late last year, and I had hoped the place would… Read More ›
I love Tokyo! Look at those lights – what a vibrant, exciting, uniquely original city! So many reasons to love Tokyo, but this post looks at one of the most unique areas of of the city: Golden Gai! First, here… Read More ›
Looking to broaden your movie horizons? I mean – REALLY BROADEN THEM? Then watch this trailer! Was your mind sufficiently blown? If so, then let’s explore the most outrageous cinema coming out of Asia! Ready for a little “J-Sploitation?” If… Read More ›
Quick Halloween question to pose to everyone: “Which is the Virgin? Which is the Vampire?” It’s an age old question, isn’t it? Especially during this time of year! And for England’s iconic Hammer Film Studios, it was a question they… Read More ›
Who Needs A Hot Meal And A Great TV Show? Sixty-three years ago, two great American traditions were changed forever: watching TV and eating dinner. Thanks to the invention of the “TV dinner”, Americans could step away from the stove… Read More ›
Japan’s “Brain Controlled Tail”! There are times when there really isn’t much to say except this: Japan has come up with a brain-controlled mechanical tail! Neurowear, the company that created the cat ears controlled with your mind, apparently has created… Read More ›
Halloween season continues with a “colorfully international” type of horror film for you to enjoy! As you know, I love exploitation films, especially those from the bygone era of grindhouse – sleazy exploitation films that grind out on low-rent movie… Read More ›
Great news for James Bond fans! The official “Skyfall” theme has leaked, sung by Adele, and the good news is this: it is a GREAT Bond theme! The James Bond theme is a big deal – has been for almost… Read More ›
Hotel California Heading To Showtime! The Eagles have a huge documentary coming up on Showtime! The Eagles are one of my favorite bands – and of course, one of the greatest musical groups of all time! The eagles were formed… Read More ›
Time to praise Jo Nesbo again, because “Dirty Harry” is back! Raise your hand if you love Clint Eastwood – well, at least as Dirty Harry! Now, imagine a series of crime thrillers set in Norway – starring Harry Hole,… Read More ›
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