The MXL MM160 Lavalier Microphone for Smartphones is a wonderful way for one to record audio with their cel phone, tablet and really anything that has a 3.5 mm input (for mic or headphones) and you have a good audio recorder. I’ve tested this Read More …
Today’s Thanksgiving selection goes to “The Ice Storm” directed by Ang Lee. “The Ice Storm” is a sinfully, delightful film. Each of the characters featured in the film are deeply flawed and there is no sense of moralistic behavior. Everyone seems to be miserable or Read More …
In 1967, Jean-Luc Godard officially ended “bourgeois” narrative filmmaking. A man that was now dedicated in being the voice of the students, the workers, the voice of to rebel against the government, the world and even his fellow filmmakers. While Godard had hints of rebelliousness Read More …
If you are heading to Tokyo Tower, right across the street is the Zojoji Temple. The Buddhist temple is located in the Shiba neighborhood of Minato, Tokyo and it is the Great Main Temple of the Chinzei branch of Jodo-shu Buddhism. Back in 1393, the Read More …
For anyone who cycles, especially long distances, there are two things they should have with them, a pump (or mini CO2 cannister) and tools. Currently, my favorite to use is the Topeak Survival Tool Wedge II. The Survival Tool Wedge is an updated and improved Read More …
Fritz Lang’s “Metropolis” is just incredible. What is amazing is that this 84-year old film has literally caught the attention of cinema fans from various generations throughout several decades. With each restoration, there is always something new to find in this film and literally, within Read More …
It almost looked as if 2015 would be the year for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars. Since 2002, the team has placed dead last in the Central League (with 2005, they came in 3rd and in 2007, they came in 4th and in 2013 & 2014, Read More …
I went to Meguro in Tokyo to look for the Daien-Ji temple. In 1615, a temple was created to honor two groups. One is a small temple connecting trees to commemorate stillborn, miscarried children and aborted fetuses. The second is a tribute to the 14,700 Read More …