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Video Friday -- The Trapeze Girl
As many of you know, I was at Macworld Expo in San Francisco all this week covering the show for TUAW. Consequently, this video Friday is coming out on Saturday. However, to compensate you for having to wait, I think this is a pretty good one.
This video highlights one of the attractions at this year's Cirque du Mac party. Yes, that's a girl on a trapeze. Mac geeks like girls too. Enjoy.
Video Friday - The New Doctor Who
Here he is. Its Matt Smith, the eleventh actor to portray the iconic character. He seems like a nice enough fellow – at least in this interview. He also seems genuinely excited to have the role. How will he be as the Doctor? I guess we’ll find out soon enough. Enjoy.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl6lMClFu8c&w=480&h=295]
Video Friday - Dear John Witherspoon
In honor of the holidays, the following video will have pretty much nothing to do with the holidays whatsoever. Oh, this video is probably NSFW unless you happen to work someplace where this kind of thing is acceptable. If so, are they hiring?
Enjoy and happy holidays. Yes, I went there. That is all.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RX7-wAO4qGs&w=480&h=295]
Awesome 'Thundercats' Movie Trailer
Sure, its not real but its still awesome. Made by my new favorite fake-trailer superstar, WormyT, this trailer shows what a real fan can do with talent, technology and determination. Plus, who hasn’t secretly imagined some of the casting WormyT has for his trailer. Brad Pitt as Lion-O, Hugh Jackman as Tygra and Vin Diesel as Panthro? Come on, that’s just plain cool. Enjoy.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fb50GMmY5nk&w=425&h=344]
Video Friday - The Sherman and Mr. Peabody Backstory
The story I never knew as a child can now be told. It’s the Sherman and Mr. Peabody backstory. Also known as: How a dog found his boy. Enjoy.
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YunO4Wc8E28&w=425&h=344]
Video Friday - RIP Bettie Page
In case you don’t know who I’m talking about, here’s some video that points out the true phenomenon that was Bettie Page – who, sadly, passed away yesterday at the age of 85. Time Magazine also has some great photos and a tribute over here, so take a look. Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0Ynlp7sxZs&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - Bible in a Minute
This is pretty self-explanatory. It’s also perfect if you just don’t have much time in your life to read a really long and complicated book like the bible. Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ar_k8JjVWQA&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Bonus Video - 'Star Trek' versus 'Star Wars'
Finally, the definitive battle between Star Trek and Star Wars is waged with the victor emerging triumphantly to take its place at the top of the galactic food chain. Or, does it? Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4ijDlbvAxw&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - America the RickRolled
Really, how can I not post this video from yesterday’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade? It’s funny and has a lot of significance, at least in the online community where I spend much of my time.
Plus, its funny to hear how not in touch people on TV really are. So, sit back and enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6ZtwttbGE8&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - Sarah Palin and the Turkey
I don’t really have much in the way of witty banter for this particular video. I really think it speaks for itself. One thing I will say, however, is that I’m sure glad I’m not a turkey.
Also, if you happen to be a bit squeamish, you might not want to watch. Otherwise, enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r8e4n0uKmk0&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Saturday - The New Star Trek Trailer
After watching this trailer for J.J. Abrams upcoming relaunch of the Star Trek franchise, all I can really say is that it looks like something Michael Bay might have done. I can only hope that lurking somewhere behind all the visuals and explosions is a decent story and a faithful treatment of the characters.
I guess we'll see in May 2009. Until then, enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GsXLV23WgA&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - The Matrix Runs on Windows
Just imagine how annoying and frustrating things would have been for Neo, Morpheus, Trinity and the gang if The Matrix ran on Windows. Although, if it did and ended up having this many errors, we might have been spared the two sequels.
Alas, that didn't happen. But its fun to think about the what if? Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yX8yrOAjfKM&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - We've Come a Long Way
With the election of Barack Obama on Tuesday, I thought it would be fun to look back a bit and watch the speech that first brought the then Senator from Illinois to the attention of the greater public at large. Even then, four years ago, at the Democratic National Convention, you can see his eloquence, intelligence, power and gain a very revealing glimpse into the man who will, four years later, become the 44th President of the United States.
Clearly, he's quite a man indeed and I, for one, can't wait to see what he will do. Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWynt87PaJ0&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday (Saturday) - Wes Craven Picks Some Horror Videos
Yes, I realize today is Saturday and that the title of this blog post is traditionally ‘Video Friday’ but circumstances have intervened to prevent me from posting on Friday this week. So, here it is Saturday and here’s the latest video.
This time around horror maestro Wes Craven picks some scary videos for you from what he's found on Youtube. Some of his picks are, in fact, pretty good. A couple others are, well, not so much.
But, as usual, I'll leave the decision up to you as to whether you like any of the videos or not. That's the only fair way to do it. Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVVvAnU3m6E&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - Ron Howard's Call to Action
Here’s director/producer/actor Ron Howard with his PSA about the election. Which, sadly, I can’t embed here due to limitations imposed by Wordpress. So, here’s the link to it instead. Enjoy.
Video Friday - John Cleese on Sarah Palin
I’m trying not to get much into politics these days as I got far more worked up during the last Presidential election and was very disappointed at the outcome. So, this time around, I’m taking a more hands-off approach and just voting the way I want to vote and not making too much of a big deal about it.
Still, when I see some interesting and funny stuff out there about the election or about a candidate I feel deserves some serious scrutiny due to her complete lack of qualifications for the job she's running for, I feel obligated to present what I find for your consideration.
So, in that spirit, here's <em>Monty Python</em> alumni and all-around funny guy John Cleese offering his insight on John McCain's current running mate. Enjoy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMyNk8J1c8g&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - The 'Twilight' Trailer
Apparently, teenage girls across America are gaga for these books and are waiting with bated breath for the feature film version to come out. Truthfully, I don’t get it – and I really like vampires, monsters and all that kind of thing.
Of course, the problem may be that I'm not now, nor have I ever been, a teenage girl. So, all of the hype and fervor is probably lost on me. Still, as always, feel free to watch and judge for yourself.
Who knows, perhaps if I watch it enough times I will understand. Until then, I think I'll just watch 'Lord of the Rings' or some McCain/Palin anti-Obama commercials if I want to get my fill of fantasy.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDVlQPpVUA8&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - Douche Off!
I think this week’s video is pretty self-explanatory. In short, it made me laugh out loud. That doesn’t happen very often these days. Although, last night’s VP debate made me chuckle once or twice. Sadly, even though it wasn’t quite the horror show I was expecting (and not-so-secretly hoping for), it was still entertaining.
However, in spite of a relatively strong start for Sarah Palin, in the end Joe Biden won the debate primarily by staying on-message and actually answering questions instead of deflecting them, being the calmer voice of reason and assurance <em>and</em> linking McCain with George Bush a much as possible. Which, given the state of the country right now, pretty much means McCain can't possibly win. At least I hope so.
Enjoy the video.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fad6eZTDikA&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - 'The Dark Bailout'
Today, let’s watch a video that combines two of my favorite things: Batman and financial turmoil. Well, in truth, I’m pretty much only a fan of Batman. Financial turmoil, on the other hand, isn’t that fun. Let’s just hope things start to get better come November.
Until then, have a look at this relatively clever <em>Dark Knight</em>/George Bush mashup.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1X6RQLZtoA&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]
Video Friday - The Original 'Star Wars' Trailer
Yes, that’s right kids, its the original trailer from 1977 for one of the greatest sci-fi movies ever made in the history of movie-making: Star Wars.
Before it was called 'Episode 4' and before George Lucas went a little mad and decided to change a bunch of stuff (Han shot first, dammit!) this movie shocked, stunned, entertained, enthralled and inspired me like no other had before -- and pretty much no other has since.
So, for this Video Friday, sit back, relax and enjoy this trip to a galaxy far, far away. I know I will.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gvqpFbRKtQ&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0]