Throne of Blood (1957) - A powerful general listens to his ambitious wife as he contemplates betrayal, murder and power. Director: Akira Kurosawa Starring Toshiro Mifune Why You Will Like... Continue Reading →
Throne of Blood
Do We Need To Stream?, Future of Smart Speakers, Apple Spoke
"The View From the Phlipside" is a media commentary program airing on WRFA-LP, Jamestown NY, Monday through Friday around 7:30 AM. The following are scripts which may not exactly match the aired version of the program. Mostly because the host may suddenly add or subtract words at a moment's notice. WRFA-LP is not responsible for any such silliness or... Continue Reading →
What I’m Reading – Zen In The Art of Writing
Zen In The Art of Writing by Ray Bradbury (1990) – A celebration of writing from a master of the 20th Century. Books on writing fell into two categories for me. The “This is How To Write” category, and books designed to inspire writers category. This slim book (just 158 pages in a small paperback) falls into... Continue Reading →
Book Review – Hipster Death Rattle (2019)
Hipster Death Rattle (2019) by Richie Narvaez - A series of attacks terrorizes a trendy neighborhood in New York City. Is it gangs or someone trying to “save” the neighborhood from changes brought on by the growing population of hipsters. There’s an old saying that springs to mind about this book- ”A half inch deep and... Continue Reading →
Midnight Run (1988)
Midnight Run (1988) - A bounty hunter has to bring a runaway mob accountant back before his bail forfeiture hearing. A simple job, except for the mob boss who is trying to kill the accountant, the FBI trying to protect a different operation, a rival bounty hunter who specializes in messing things up, and the... Continue Reading →
On Writing – Fear and Frustration
The topic for the day is the two things that get in the way of my creativity most often. Doesn't matter if we are talking about writing or photography or cooking or music. There are two culprits always lurking in the shadows. Fear and frustration. Some people may wonder about the question of time. My... Continue Reading →
A Beautiful Mind, Black Panther, Takers
(Some newer movies I've seen recently) A Beautiful Mind (2001) - The story of genius John Nash, who struggles with mental illness as he expands the world of mathematics. Directed by Ron Howard ... Continue Reading →
Watching You Watching, Television's Demise?, Apple Speaks
"The View From the Phlipside" is a media commentary program airing on WRFA-LP, Jamestown NY, Monday through Friday around 7:30 AM. The following are scripts which may not exactly match the aired version of the program. Mostly because the host may suddenly add or subtract words at a moment's notice. WRFA-LP is not responsible for any such silliness or... Continue Reading →
Baby Food News, Unwanted Companion, The Whole Story
"The View From the Phlipside" is a media commentary program airing on WRFA-LP, Jamestown NY, Monday through Friday around 7:30 AM. The following are scripts which may not exactly match the aired version of the program. Mostly because the host may suddenly add or subtract words at a moment's notice. WRFA-LP is not responsible for any such silliness or... Continue Reading →
The Spanish Prisoner (1997)
The Spanish Prisoner (1997) - Corporate intrigue, deception and betrayal surround the inventor of a multi-million dollar process that everyone wants. Directed by David Mamet Starring Steve Martin, Ben Gazzara, Campbell Scott, Rebecca Pidgeon Why You Will Like It – a predictable mystery with a small surprise at the end. Mamet’s reputation is built on the quality... Continue Reading →
Stories Are My Life 