Author Archives: robchristopher

Is Obama really this close to winning? The current EV tally is Obama 338/McCain 185/Ties 15. At this moment in 2004 the EV tally was Kerry 238/Bush 296. I’m not getting complacent but it does have me feeling a bit stunned. Then … Continue reading →

The most beautiful map I’ve ever seen.

Derek [2008] 1. Tilda Swinton: "Culture had something to do with yogurt."2. Two of Jarman’s first three movies turned a profit.3. A clip from Jubilee: a pram on fire.

Hey, Chicago people: if you know Chicago well, if you have about 5 hours a week to spare and if you’re a damn good writer then  CHICAGOIST wants you. Interested? Drop me a line and I’ll fill you in.

Steven: looking at the news today, we may all be selling pencils down at the hobo camp soon enoughme:  yeah … down in the tent town of bushville

Häxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages [1922] 1. The old woman lies asleep on the bed. The devil showers her with coins, his long rakelike fingernails caressing her body.2. The old woman picks up the severed hand of a corpse and … Continue reading →

“We have trade missions back and forth,” Ms. Palin said. “We — we do — it’s very important when you consider even national security issues with Russia as Putin rears his head and comes into the airspace of the United … Continue reading →

What’s playing at the festival this year? Here’s my overview.

Don’t forget: "We do not support government bailouts of private institutions. Government interference in the markets exacerbates problems in the marketplace and causes the free market to take longer to correct itself," – Republican Party Platform, 2008.