Home movies aren't what they used to be.

First a new "TV" series on the underground world of movie pirating.THE.SCENE.05 follow a group of hackers as they flood the net with the lastest Hollywood has to offer.

Next if you can't wait for the next installment in the Star Wars universe check out this Fan Film. Star Wars Revelations As the Jedi fight from being wiped out by the Emperor and his new apprentice Darth Vadar.

Finally see what a one guy can do with a digital video camera, a computer and some free time. CL.ONE, is a post-apocalyptic epic focused on the young leader trying to secure humanity's survival.

These films true show what independent film making is about; a handful of dedicated individuals bringing life to their dreams through hard work and enginuity. If you think you're watching and indepdent movie and it is starring, Jim Carrey, John Travolta, Matt Damon, Kirten Dunst, or a similar multi-million dollar star, it is not an independent movie. Just FYI.

posted by Dan Flies @ 3/17/2005 01:36:00 PM 0 comments links to this post

News from Slate: Wolfowitz and Bush Selling Social Security Reform

This is a good article by Fred Kaplan at Slate.com. His balanced view is refreshing, given the partisian nature of cable news. I don't fully believe that this is a modern version of Robert McNamara, only time will tell.
Sheep in Wolf's Clothing - Why Paul Wolfowitz may be a good choice to run the World Bank. By Fred Kaplan


There are some interesting facts in this story. While I wouldn't label Bush as Slate has, Bush has caught himself in a tagled web of pandering to special interest groups. It worked for him in two elections, but I don't think it will work with Social Security. The best thing in this article is putting views from various minority groups in the proper perspective.
Different Social Security messages for blacks and Latinos.

posted by Dan Flies @ 3/17/2005 01:20:00 PM 0 comments links to this post