An Aki Kaurismäki interview/document by (the recently controversial figure) Jonathan Ross from the early 1990's. Apparently he made four of these, the other three being of David Lynch, Alejandro Jodorowsky and Pedro Almodovar. It's an hour long and divided into four parts. I advice not to stop after the first part as the second is hot sex.
Friday, 28 November 2008
Roboankka 'n' Heimo Huima vs. Chip 'n' Dale
Who wants to watch these classic cartoons with me? I'll even buy us a bottle of wine to accompany the experience!
Wednesday, 26 November 2008
Cute As Buttons
Today I decided to reward myself for almost making it to the lecture and bought myself an early xmas present. I really love buying presents when they're for me, I always know what to get. Here's pics of the purchases. Can't wait to get back to Finland where a package containing these should be waiting for me. Just look at the eyes of that wee kitten!
And the posture of that rhinoceros-riding panda!
And the posture of that rhinoceros-riding panda!
Tuesday, 25 November 2008
In a lifeless carcass, In a bad ass car crash
Here's a short version of my favourite song at the moment, Islands - The Arm's Way
click here to download the full version or watch the video!
click here to download the full version or watch the video!
Monday, 24 November 2008
Matti Pellonpää
Sunday, 23 November 2008
Piru merrassa
Saturday, 22 November 2008
Friday, 21 November 2008
Thursday, 20 November 2008
Blindness & the Disabled Newborn
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
Monday, 17 November 2008
Preserved Moose, the Patron Saint of Quality Footwear
Some films I've watched this autumn.
Gin-iro no kami no Agito (Origin: Spirits of the Past) ★★★
An entertaining anime adventure taking place 300 years in the future in a post-apocalyptic world where, erm, machines and the forest battle..
Burn After Reading ★★★
"That is funny." (An elderly lady sitting behind us in the cinema.)
Control ★★★★
Touching portrait of Ian Curtis, the singer of Joy Division. I'm not a big fan of the band so no extra stars given for the music. Almost as good as Ganes...
Ikiru ★★
Hey Akira! When will this end? I really have to pee! Oh, now they're eating Sushi.. I wish I had bought that Kinder Bueno.
It's a Free World ★★★
Saw this one at a small indie cinema in Stockholm. Great atmosphere. I think the curtains covering the screen had some kind of cool childish animal print. I like giraffes.. but I'm afraid of Africa so I will probably never see those wonderful creatures roam free in the savannah. Anyways, the film was a bit too preachy but I immediately liked it as the opening scene took place in Katowice where I had the worst diarrhoea ever. Good memories. (I was yet to discover the wonders of Immodium.)
Barfly ★★
Rather boring a Bukowski adaptation. Some good moments though;
Wanda: I can't stand people. I hate them.
Henry: Yeah.
Wanda: You hate them?
Henry: No, but I seem to feel better when they're not around.
Planet Terror ★★★
Best in Texas.
Shortbus ★★
Young, pretty and mostly gay New Yorkers seeking sex and sexuality. Never thought I'd see a guy singing the US national anthem using another man's cock as a mic.
Spinal Tap ★★★
No idea why I hadn't seen it before. Best laughs in a while.
Sweeney Todd ★
I can't sing, but neither can Johnny.
Short Cuts ★★★★
Concentration demanding, but lovely, collection of short stories.
-"How Many Clowns Can You Fit in That Car?"
Le Amiche ★★★
"Le Amiche will go down in my books as a story starring women, about women and for women that is still highly relevant in today's society. It has withstood the test of time perfectly, and its exploration of women, their relationships, their attitudes that differ depending on either their single or married status, is an amalgamation of keen observations that make this an enjoyable a must-watch, peppered with good punctuations of humour throughout."
-nutshell review
L'histoire de Richard O. ★★★
Sexy as fuck. Suomi-kevennys, huraa!
Gin-iro no kami no Agito (Origin: Spirits of the Past) ★★★
An entertaining anime adventure taking place 300 years in the future in a post-apocalyptic world where, erm, machines and the forest battle..
Burn After Reading ★★★
"That is funny." (An elderly lady sitting behind us in the cinema.)
Control ★★★★
Touching portrait of Ian Curtis, the singer of Joy Division. I'm not a big fan of the band so no extra stars given for the music. Almost as good as Ganes...
Ikiru ★★
Hey Akira! When will this end? I really have to pee! Oh, now they're eating Sushi.. I wish I had bought that Kinder Bueno.
It's a Free World ★★★
Saw this one at a small indie cinema in Stockholm. Great atmosphere. I think the curtains covering the screen had some kind of cool childish animal print. I like giraffes.. but I'm afraid of Africa so I will probably never see those wonderful creatures roam free in the savannah. Anyways, the film was a bit too preachy but I immediately liked it as the opening scene took place in Katowice where I had the worst diarrhoea ever. Good memories. (I was yet to discover the wonders of Immodium.)
Barfly ★★
Rather boring a Bukowski adaptation. Some good moments though;
Wanda: I can't stand people. I hate them.
Henry: Yeah.
Wanda: You hate them?
Henry: No, but I seem to feel better when they're not around.
Planet Terror ★★★
Best in Texas.
Shortbus ★★
Young, pretty and mostly gay New Yorkers seeking sex and sexuality. Never thought I'd see a guy singing the US national anthem using another man's cock as a mic.
Spinal Tap ★★★
No idea why I hadn't seen it before. Best laughs in a while.
Sweeney Todd ★
I can't sing, but neither can Johnny.
Short Cuts ★★★★
Concentration demanding, but lovely, collection of short stories.
-"How Many Clowns Can You Fit in That Car?"
Le Amiche ★★★
"Le Amiche will go down in my books as a story starring women, about women and for women that is still highly relevant in today's society. It has withstood the test of time perfectly, and its exploration of women, their relationships, their attitudes that differ depending on either their single or married status, is an amalgamation of keen observations that make this an enjoyable a must-watch, peppered with good punctuations of humour throughout."
-nutshell review
L'histoire de Richard O. ★★★
Sexy as fuck. Suomi-kevennys, huraa!
Thursday, 13 November 2008
Concentrating on Endurance Rather Than Reality
I would like to clarify something about my past. There have been rumours around the city that I invented hip hop. Let me assure you, this is not the case. All my closest advisers hold the opinion that I should not name any of the suspects (for starting these nasty rumours) by name. And as I trust their judgement, I have decided to refrain from providing you with such information. Nevertheless, I know you well enough to know that you will not leave me alone until I have given you something to chew on. So here is a hard fact you might enjoy:
"Even though the Jews only make up 1.9 per cent of the country's (USA) population, an astounding 56 per cent of Clinton's appointees were Jews."
Detective Eddie Makinen, NYPD
Who thought chewing gum disposers in the streets of Dundee would be a good idea? If there's something in this world that belongs on the ground (or alternatively attached to a chair or a table at school) it's gum. Where would we be without all the childhood diarrhoeas gained from sucking old gum? Boycott and spit, please.
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
Holding My Bread
Today you were served by PHIL
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