Tag Archives: Sofia Coppola

recycling plastic fantastic : less than zero

There is no question that gender and sexuality are the principal dynamics that underpin all modern marketing. This portrayal, the first division, the first cut of the economic and social pie, though ostensibly comic, even droll, is in fact ideological … Continue reading

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Celebrity:Somewhere anywhere and points unknown

Somewhere is the new film written and directed  by Sophia Coppola. She is considered an artist, though stronger on mood, and atmospherics than story. She has been branded that way, but in fact her story, her narrative is extremely sublime; … Continue reading

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like a brick in their pocket : and now What? …

Why not strive for fame. “The Bitter Ones” say its a need to be envied and that going “viral”- a term which is in itself a euphemism for something that doesn’t exist, is virtual, and has no real meaning- is … Continue reading

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A NON-NARRATIVE GAZE: The Snuff Between The Action

It is a popular video on the web at the moment; yet it is eerie and creepy since there is an actual murder that takes place off camera about two minutes in. In other words a police officer killed John … Continue reading

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CARDINAL RULE: DON'T GET CAUGHT PETTING CRABS

The party’s over It’s time to call it a day They’ve burst your pretty balloon And taken the moon away It’s time to wind up The masquerade Just make your mind up The piper must be paid The party’s over … Continue reading

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