Video of the Week: 02-28-11.Wuertz "Palpable Complexity"

VIDEO OF THE WEEK

Seth Wuertz
Mike Witzer
Anthony Verderosa
Dan Bernard
Brandon Bianco

By Matthew Jimenez

Lateral box jumps

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Kourtney and Kim Take New York - TV show review

Kourtney and Kim Take New York is an American reality television series, produced by Ryan Seacrest, that debuted on E! in the United States and Canada on January 23, 2011.
The show is the second spin-off of the show Keeping Up with the Kardashians.

TV serie about luxury life in New York penthouse and around the city.

Under Pressure - TV Show Review

This extreme wish fulfilment show offers celebrities the chance to take on a uniquely personal mission to realise the ambition they have long dreamed of, but until now, were too afraid to carry out.

Under Pressure shows Vernon Kay and Konnie Huq in a different light as they attempt to achieve a thrilling life long dream. Each show will give us riveting drama, personal insights and genuine jeopardy as this previously out of reach goal slowly becomes a reality.

Konnie Huq may be a successful TV presenter hosting such shows as Blue Peter, Guinness World Records Smashed and more recently the Xtra Factor (ITV2). But how will she cope with potentially her biggest personal challenge yet - a chance to follow her secret desire to become a rapper. Her challenge is to learn the explosive art of spitting lyrics and become a real life MC. Over three weeks Konnie will live and breathe the life of an MC learning to unleash the rapper within with the ultimate aim of performing her own rap onstage in front of a crowd of 3000 rap fans at the Indigo2.

It’s not going to be easy. Konnie will need confidence, physical prowess and nerves of steel. She will have to master flow, rhythm, rhyme, delivery and even writing lyrics. To teach Konnie the valuable skills she needs to succeed will be her straight talking main mentor, Mobo award-winning rapper Akala (Ms Dynamite’s brother).

She’ll also receive help from a selection of other mentors such as Roll Deep’s Manga and J2K and up and coming female rapper Baby Blue. Along the way she’ll have to prove herself at rap karaoke, take part in MC battles, and freestyle live on BBC Radio 1Xtra. It’s a challenge that will expose Konnie’s own insecurities about performing in front of a crowd, and cause her to reflect on her own experiences growing up in West London.

The show capture Konnie’s dramatic journey with all the ups and downs of the training, pre-performance nerves and her rapping debut on stage in front of a 3,000 strong crowd.

February Guest Speaker

Film Critic Panel

Rough Cut was Proud to welcome four film critics to come in and discuss the Oscar nominees of 2010.

The panel consisted of Bill Gibron of AMC film critic & PopMatters.com, Joe Belcastro of Examiner, ShockYa & NCM.com, Bob Ross a retired critic from Tampa Tribune and Steve Persall of the St. Pete Times.

The event was moderated by our very own House Speaker Robert S. Pearson.

Here are a few highlights.

127 Hours Nominated for 6 Oscars

Robert S. Pearson-
You said “…a death defying feat of motion picture magic to be sure.” can you elaborate?

Bill Gibron-
To be honest, the fact that Danny Boyle directed it really peaked my interest to see this film.

Robert S. Pearson-
You said “Franco falls into an acting zone of emotional-bliss.” what did you mean?

Joe Belcastro-
He took a simple idea and put so much stamina to it and James Franco was up for it. I wanted him to stay in that cave and see him suffer, I wanted him to be pushed more and see how far he could go.

Robert S. Pearson-
This isn’t a perfect film- “Some of the visual tricks wear out their ingenuity...”

Steve Persall-
I think it was successful because of the idea that we’ve all had that rebellious phase where we leave home but come back; it’s all about coming back to the pack.

Robert S. Pearson-
What’s different here, in terms of best director nominations, why does Boyle get nominated for Slumdog but not 127 Hours?

Bob Ross-
Maybe because people felt he already had his and now it’s time for someone else to have the spotlight.


True Grit Nominated for 10 Oscars

Robert S. Pearson-
You think the True Grit landscape is a dull one, but that the film’s characters provide company that is worth the time.

Joe Belcastro-
The story was boring, but the characters we’re strong and interesting and it was shot so beautifully.

Robert S. Pearson-
Where dose True Grit fall in the hierarchy of the Coen’s Canon?

Bill Gibron-
I was automatically interested because it was made by the Coen brothers, I wanted to see how they would bring it together. Well Shot, well directed, and well acted.

Robert S. Pearson-
In a lot of ways this is a quintessential Coen Bros film. Does this hurt or help its chances?

Steve Persall-
It doesn’t help or hurt them, do we go the sort of obvious 12 nominations like in the old day of predictability or do we go with the newer and younger True Grit with 10 nominations?


Black Swan Nominated for 5 Oscars

Robert S. Pearson-
You describe this film as being a “…Rorschach by way of genre…” can you explain?

Bill Gibron-
People tend to read into thing what they want to. The audience is being asked to impose their ideas and perceptions of the film. It leaves you talking about it.

Robert S. Pearson-
What did you think of Portman’s performance?

Bob Ross-
That role was a very demanding one, she did a great job and she was powerful. This movie pulls you into that world.

Robert S. Pearson-
You describe the film’s dialog as being “…too double-intended…” what do you mean?

Steve Persall-
I admired it, but I didn’t really embrace it, and that’s ok. It got nominated for best picture but not best screenplay, and that’s telling.

Robert S. Pearson-
You say in your review that 50% of the audience will adore this film, while the other half will hate it. What does that say about Black Swan?

Joe Belcastro-
Much like what Bill was saying, people will have a reaction and that’s the most important thing.


Inception Nominated for 8 Oscars

Robert S. Pearson-
On IMDb’s Oscar Poll, Inception is the #1 pic to win best picture. Why are fans putting their money on it, and will they be disappointed on Feb 27th?

Bob Ross-
Well, the website is catered for a younger demographic. It’s very much like a video game; I still think it’s gimmicky.

Robert S. Pearson-
Is this Nolan’s best film?

Bill Gibron
I thought it was very strong, but much like most filmmaker’s their next film will be better. The screening was packed, and when that last shot came the entire audience gasped, and that rarely happens.

Robert S. Pearson-
You described the film as “Damn near perfection…” What is so perfect about Inception?

Joe Belcastro-
What’s not perfect about it? Is the question. We see a , roughly, fours movies a week and they don’t wow us. This one did. Nolan Challenged himself.

Robert S. Pearson-
Nolan has painted a visual riddle, like most of his films, but does this picture have the emotional depth to garner multiple viewings?

Steve Persall-
I didn’t really have an emotional connection to any of the characters. And when that connection did surface, it was too little too late. The fans are drawn to these films because they believe these directors can do no wrong.


The King's Speech Nominated for 12 Oscars

Robert S. Pearson-
What do you think of this Oscar favorite?

Joe Belcastro-
Yes the performances were great, I think it’s a good movie, but it shouldn’t have 12 nominations.

Robert S. Pearson-
“trying to form words that convey what my heart needs to say about this breathtaking film…” What makes the King’s Speech so special?

Steve Persall-
There was man who had a seizure during the film, they stopped it and gave him medical attention, after all that they played the movie back up and I got right back into it, immediately. It defied my expectations.

Robert S. Pearson-
Does Geoffrey Rush win Best Supporting Actor?

Bill Gibron-
He has to play the strong but reluctant character, I wouldn’t be surprised if he did win. It’s a very good film, but it’s not the greatest.


Wrap Up Lighting Round

· Worst film of 2010?

Bill Gibron – Furry Vengeance
Joe Belcastro – Tooth Fairy
Steve Persall – The Last Air Bender

· Which film of 2010 should have been nominated for best picture, but did not?

Bill Gibron – The Town
Joe Belcastro – Let Me In
Bob Ross – The Town
Steve Persall – Inside Job

· What film received a best picture nomination that shouldn’t have?

Bill Gibron – The Kids are Alright
Joe Belcastro – The Fighter
Bob Ross – Toy Story 3
Steve Persall - The Kids are Alright

· What Films should we be looking forward to in 2011?

Bill Gibron - Thor
Joe Belcastro – Pirates of the Caribbean 4
Steve Persall - Warhorse

· Who Wins Best Picture?

Bill Gibron – The Kings Speech
Joe Belcastro – Black Swan
Bob Ross - The Kings Speech
Steve Persall - The Kings Speech

For coverage of the film check out last weeks Video of the Week- http://aitamparoughcut.blogspot.com/2011/02/video-of-week-02-21-11girgis-efp-news.html

By Matthew J. Jimenez

Hidden Treasures of Australian Art - TV Show Review

 

Griff Rhys Jones starts in the Torres Strait Islands on his journey to discover what extraordinary treasure is being created in far-off places by the indigenous people of today. His request to film some of their sacred tribal art is met with a firm ‘no’. When he asks one to wear a prized headdress, there’s another shake of the head.

Secret Service Files - TV Show Review

This four-part special, which premiered on Sunday, Feb. 20, at 6 p.m., goes behind the scenes with Secret Service officers as they discover counterfeit money and technological crimes. Most impressively, it shows how they protect dignitaries.

Video of the Week: 02-21-11.Girgis "EFP News Package"

VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Peter Girgis

Rough Cut Meeting 2/15/11‏

Announcements

Senior Students pitch their ideas and are looking for help. Here is the line up and what they are looking for. If you are interested in helping or being a part of the senior thesis film e-mail them for further details and information.


Jessica Collins

She needs:
Camera Operator
An Art Director
Production Photographer
Sound department (for playback)
Production Assistants/Set Designers

She is shooting a music video or a local rock band, for more info and to sign up for a position email her at jesscollins08@aol.com

Richard Inman

He needs:
Grips

He is shooting a love story that takes place from a quiet bar to a wonderful dreamworld of imagination. For more information, e-mail him at studiefilms@gmail.com


Erik Holte

He Needs:
An Assistant Director
Grips
A Make-Up Artist
Special FX Artists (vomit gag, blood, bruise)
Casting Director

Holte's film is a slapstick bro comedy about two guys who try and work there love magic to get in the pants of one lucky girl. For more information, e-mail him at eholte22@gmail.com


George Matthew

He needs:
A Casting Director
A Make-up Artist
Wardrobe
Camera Operator
Assistant Camera Operator
Focus Puller
Grips

His film is a visual interpretation of 3 separate poems. A victim of society. A gentle and uplifting love story. An internal struggle about a young man. For more information, e-mail him at gmatthew07@gmail.com


Robert S. Pearson

He Needs:
Grips
Visual FX artists

His film is a psychological mystery that takes place in space. For more information, e-mail him at rspearsonfilm@gmail.com

By Matthew J. Jimenez

Cat Shit One - TV Show Review

For an action show, Cat Shit One is above average when it comes to violence. While there isn’t a single drop of blood shown in the movie, there are plenty of guns firing and things blowing up. The movie is 22 minutes long, and of those, I would say that about 15 minutes has some weapon being used. After Packy and Botasky begin their operation, there’s only really one scene where the guns stop firing. The amount of action doesn’t help develop the story at all, but it’s great for people who like to watch bunnies and camels battle it out.

 

Jump City Seattle - TV Show Review

Parkour or "the art of moving" is the physical discipline of training to overcome any obstacle within one's path by adapting one's movements to the environment.

 Different teams will compete with different approaches

 If you fall then it  hurts.

POV camera (first person view)

Mad Love - TV Series Review

Revolves around a quartet of single friends in New York City-- two who are falling in love and two who despise each other, at least initially.

 

Something felt in toilet and hand is now stucked.

The elevator - stucked.

Video of the Week: 02-14-11. Pearson "The Day 319 Project"

Video of the Week
Robert S. Pearson
Mike Witzer
Taylor Girard
Stephanie Cebellos
Richard Inman
Greg LeSar

By Matthew J. Jimenez

Linux: Tool to find and remove empty directories

There may be plenty of empty useless direcotries on your computer so let's try to locate and delete them.

To find and delete all empty directories , type

find -depth -type d -empty -exec rmdir {} \;

To find all empty directories , type

find -depth -type d -empty

Bar Karma - TV series review

Bar Karma is a TV show about a mystical watering hole at the edge of the universe. Your coma has found you - it's a bar. Serie is a twist upon Doc Who's Tarturus in a single location with the "next universe" spinning off from the event which spawns it.