01:02 (well done)

Sup y'all

No rest for the weary. I do feel bad for all those poor souls on Colorado Blvd, searching for a bit of salvation amongst the pouring rain. Well, the floats were nice. Um, yeah. Welps, it's Monday, the second day of the new year (ahh), and we're off to a great start. Although yesterday some dude called up and asked if we were open and I said yeah, and he said why? And I'm like hmm, he's got a point. And today it stands the same, we are still the only doofs open on the block. It's like a regime here. I don't mean to compare it to say, 1920's German Fascism, for fear of losing my Xmas bonus, but if I have to, I'll go there.

New Year's Resolution #1: Beg Mark for my job back.

It's short and sweet today:

Broken Flowers: Jarmusch is getting old and you can tell by this picture. Although not realy a bad thing. You still got the Jarmuschian soundtrack, the (recent) pensive moment and a dude with white hair. So if Jarmusch and that chubby kid in the movie have a kid, Bill Murray would be that lovechild. Bill "Muthafuckin Ghostbustin" Murray.

Wedding Crashers: What a more perfect way to bring in a new year, than with a bang (nice)! Absolutely no pun intended there, but when you're done stuffing her stocking you can pop this into the player and enjoy Vince Vaughn, that Wilson Brother, Christ Walken, and that girl who will find you. Also a very special cameo by a fella named Chazz. I tried crashing a wedding once but wasn't so successful. Somehow my debonair good looks got me waking up next to the best man, but we won't talk about that right now.

Ok my friends, a few notes:

We've expanded our Documentaries section so that they look even more bad ass. Although that shrunk our International New Release wall. Oh well, c'est la vie. We've got bomb glass cases for you to eye your dream goodies and more staff recs coming next week. I know you can't wait!
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12:20 (patent pending)

Sup yo

So, the toothless she-devil exclaimed to me the other day that these little bloggies are losing their "umph." Hark! I replied, is that the sound of your dignity leaving you? Well, unfortunately it was just me and not her dignity, but I vowed from that day on to show her my smile every day. My big smile, with ALL of my teeth.

It's like a sibling rivalry, only better:

Brothers Grimm: Oh man, I don't know what's worse: the cover art on this thing, or Matt Damon's mole. It just looks at you, never looking away, taunting you, saying "Hello, little one. Care from guacoMOLE?!" And then you train yourself to wander your eye over to Monica Bellucci's cleverly placed cleavage. Not that you know, one would notice such a thing. Sigh, come back Terry, we miss you.

Exorcism of Emily Rose: What better time than Jesus's birthday to release a film about the devil? Awesome I say! Marketing is getting better these days, are for that reason alone you should rent this. No pea soup or spiderwalk here, but some really wierd contortions, and some butt ugly grimaces. Based on a "true" story, The Exorcism of Emily Rose is great holiday treat!!

Four Brothers: Mark Walhberg revisits his funky bunch daze, only he's not rocking the Calvin's. It's too bad that Marky left the hip hop world for movies, and I quote:
Yo! It's about that time
To bring forth the rhythm and the rhyme
I'm a get mine so get yours
I wanna see sweat comin' out your pores
On the house tip is how I'm swingin' this
Strictly Hip-Hop boy, I ain't singin' this
Bringing this to the entire nation
Black, white, red, brown
Feel the vibration
Unity, that's what this movie's all about.

Must Love Dogs: Must...hang...oneself.

Novemeber: No Stoopid, this is December. Don't you see Festivus is just around the corner! Courtney Cox dodges the Monica and plays Sophie, a photographer whose lover is killed during a robbery. The rest, I will let Michelle Piekarus from imdb.com summarize: But as she struggles to get over the murder, Sophie's life begins to change, leaving her clueless as to what's coming. But worst of all, the line between reality and fantasy is beginning to shatter. ....uh, what?

Serenity: Oh man, people realllllly love this show. (I quietly scoff and ooze when nobody's looking). Well, where the show Firefly left off, Serenity picks up. Sci-fi buffs and nerds alike lined up and around the corner to fill the pockets of Josh Whedon and get their galatic hits fulfilled. I still say that Dawson's Creek is waaaayyy better, but you don't see a freakin movie being made. But that might because Tom doesn't let Katie out after dark.

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New Staff Recs!!

Meg: Dental Days: Not that she's the toothless devil, but coincidently, her picks are about teeth, lack of, and those who extract. Nervous about seeing your dentist? Watch one of these and your blood pressure will shoot straight up!
Andy: These movies are upside down: Literally. He's gone off the deep end. Lord help us.
Paul: Axes of Evil: Ha! not just a clever pun, but a collection of those old battle axes. No! not your wife, but rather real axes used as the weapon of choice in these thrillers. Hhhheeeerrrrreeeeee'''''ssssss Johnny!

Please have warm and friendly christmas, don't get caught up in all that capitalist bargains, but do meet with friends, family and loved ones. And remember everybody loves a dvd! Best wishes and be merry.

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12:06 (closer & closer)

Sup y'all,

well, here we are dreading those visits once again from those unwanted in-laws. But have no worries! The egg-nog will prove to be your rescue... even from this bitter cold. A chilly air brings out the worst looks in people. Who knew in California that scarfs and earmuffs were fashion no-nos? Welps, nevertheless, the angst and freeze be kicking in, so let's count out our benjamins and bring this economy up to fight terrorism.

bah-humbug!

Cinderella Man: What a pansy.

Dukes of Hazzard: Now that the news finally broke about Jessica and that wimp's divorce, looks like Mark's ready to get his game on. Only lord knows how long he's been waiting for Nick. Anyways, I theorize that when that wallet gets lighter and lighter, those shorts will get looser and looser. Hmm, any which way you can I guess.

Fantastic Four: One day, and I'm absolutely not kidding, but I was walking through my friend's neighborhood, this kid was completely kicking another kid's ass with those Thing gloves. So every hit he landed, all I heard was "It's cloberrin' time!" It was the funniest shite I've ever seen.

Nine Songs: Bad Boy Winterbottom comes back with this, ahem, er, love story. Featuring the ups and downs of a young relationship and how they relate to the lucrative concert scenes. yup, you heard me. Featuring BRMC, Super Furries, and Franz. Oh yeah, and those little sex scenes.

Ninth Day: Hhhuhhhh, his name is Schlondorff.

Puddle Cruiser: The Broken Lizard gang is back and I have no idea what the hell they are doing! But who cares about me. This originally was made in 1996, but now to increasing popularity the lizards are aiming to capitalize! Help em out!
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Do you know it's christmas time?
If you didn't, the movies in our kick-ass Christmas section will surely clue you in. Try on the classics, Christmas Carol and Lethal Weapon or even Die Hard! Sorry, no Hannukah, Kwanza, Festivus, or XXXmas.

keep warm!!

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11:29

Hey all

Well, the black (market) Friday has passed and I seemed to have survived with nearly all my essentials. The turkey or tofurkey was dry, but the stuffing kept me well--stuffed-- The inlaws, I know I know, must've driven you mad, but hell, soon enough it will be MLK day and they will be far, far away. As for now, tolerate their insanity as they do yours, and buy your old man that tie he's always wanted.

gobble gobble:

Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo: Despite the negative reviews (duh) against this picture, and Rob's full page ad refuting Ken Turan(?), this got's to be some wicked ass comedy! Taken from my autobiography, Deuce is on the hunt again, only this time he's got his woohoo set on those hot swedish babes, or rather those other east european women...? Well, any which way you can Deuce, you go boy.

Lila Says: Whenever I think of this title, I always catch myself singing "Candy Says" only horribly out-of-tune. Just like when I think of Das Boot and I think of Mix-a-lot's "I Like Big Butts," in German: Ich mag große Kolben und, der ich nicht liegen kann. Sie anderen Bruders können nicht verweigern. Wenn ein Mädchen in mit einer itty bitty Taille und dem runden Ding in Ihrem Gesicht läuft, sind Sie gesprungen. Booya sucka!

March of the Penguins: When I was enjoying my Arizonian vacation, I sorta felt like I was a marching penguin. Ironic and lame I know, but the true Californian in me came out blazing...or rather freezing. I suspect it's because it's 19 fucking degrees there.

Mr. & Mrs. Smith: Oh jeez. The two most beautiful people in the world finally do it. They get together and lay big fat one. Good or bad who cares, it's Brangelina.

Murderball: This movie is a lie. There's no murder. Here I thought it was a follow up to Rollerball, and it wasn't it even close to Thunderball! yes, yes I know what they do, I couldn't even dream of doing, but I'm just sayin, if you're gonna say murder, I better some blood.

Sky High: I think that's Snoop Dogg's life goal.

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As this weekend comes to a closing, I am proud to announce that Videotheque has reached the 10,000 stock inventory mark! (with the 10,000th title being....Their Eyes Were Watching God!....aw, lame!) So thanks for all your support, and hopefully in no time, we'll be celebrating the 25, 000! Yay!!

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11:22 (this ain't ynnuf)

myspace hates us.

11:08 (love on the run)

Sup y'all....

We are all busy, busy people.. Always running around, trying to move through our lives faster and faster and faster and well, you get the point.. In an effort to keep with said lifestyle, today's entry will be no different. Besides, the stigmata on my hand won't allow for much diddledaddling. agreed? oh well.

Chicks dig scars:

Apres Vous: sacre bleu!

Charlie & the Chocolate Factory: The wacky imagination of Timmy Burton brings to life (again) Roald Dahl's story made infamous with the Deppers. I hear the oomps aren't the best, but it just may be worth your beaucoup bucks.

Beavis & Butthead vol. 1: Huhhh, huuuhhhh, he said "butt."

The Devil's Rejects: they shouldn't talk about your mother that way. (oh schnaps!!)

Yes: Sally Potter's long awaited follow up to the Man Who Cried. Huhhh, huuuuhhhh he said "pot."

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quick and easy like your mama baby. See you next time.

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IN COLD BLOOD- Movie of Capote's novel- Screening tomorrow!

Salutations, cinemaniacs! Tomorrow night marks our final episode of inebriated cinema as Videothèque and Huron SubStation present Cinema at the Station... it's the last night of our "movie and drinks" series everyone's been slurring about! This farewell festivity happens TOMORROW NIGHT, Thursday, November 3rd. (Note the important schedule changes mentioned below!)

We wrap the series with a presentation of IN COLD BLOOD, Richard Brooks' stylish and powerful 1967 drama adapted from Truman Capote's novel about a shocking real-life murder case. Capote's authoring of this book is the subject of the film Capote, currently in theaters, starring Philip Seymour Hoffman and directed by Bennett Miller.

In Cold Blood is a daring cinematic portrait, employing flashbacks to fully examine what drives an individual to commit thoughtless and brutal crimes, while using a highly innovative jazz score by Quincy Jones to capture the moody atmosphere. Capote's own role as researcher-narrator of the young criminals' intense friendship, fantasies, and troubled lives is effectively brought to the screen in this striking, groundbreaking drama.

Two aimless drifters, Perry Smith (Robert Blake) and Dick Hickock (Scott Wilson), target the home of Kansas businessman Herbert Clutter. After breaking into the house, they find no money, and Smith and Hickock brutally kill the entire Clutter family. They escape the scene of the crime and head for Mexico, but they eventually go back to the States, ultimately returning to Kansas. After being chased for almost a year, the troubled drifters are captured and sentenced to death.

Don't miss our presentation of In Cold Blood tomorrow night, projected in large-scale, full digital quality. Beer and wine will be served at our donation-based bar (with ID), or BYOB! Come early and socialize over drinks to the sounds of our lounge DJ. Here's where it all takes place:

Huron SubStation
2640 Huron St.
Los Angeles (Highland Park), CA 90065
At the corner of Huron St. and Avenue 28 - Entrance on Avenue 28.
If you get lost, call 323-225-8909 for help!
And here's a map!

PLEASE TAKE NOTE: To make things a little easier on moviegoers, start times have been moved up slightly, and the cover charge somewhat reduced. These changes will affect this, and all future screenings in this film series.

Music & drinks start at 7:00 pm.
The movie begins at 8:30 pm.
$5 entry cover keeps these events happening.

For more information, please visit the Videotheque website or the Huron SubStation website.