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• …connect

  

  When I first read about the premise of Spike Jonze’s film “her,“ I’ll admit I was a little weirded out. A man falls in love with an operating system. The though... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Take the Helm

  

  In 2009, when armed Somali pirates boarded the MV Maersk Alabama and took its captain hostage in the cargo ship’s lifeboat, the world was captivated. Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• …buy in

  

  When we first meet Ron Woodroof (Matthew McConaughey) in Dallas Buyers Club, he has few redeeming qualities, if any. He’s a foul-mouthed, bigoted, rodeo druggie... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Detach

  

  Alfonso Cuaron’s “Gravity,” is an awe-inspiring film. Set in the stunningly beautiful, peace and tranquility of outerspace, “Gravity,” tells a simple tale of a... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …give a Nod

  

  Two years ago 2WC started a tradition of acknowledging a few of the many forgotten performances (at least as far as the Academy of Motion Pictures is... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Howl

  

  The Wolf of Wall Street is loud, obnoxious, offensive, morally corrupt, and a good film.Fans of director Martin Scorsese’s work, know that he does not shy away... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• …take a Chance

  

  One of life’s sad realities is the amount of noise out there that’s simply not to be believed. Whether it’s willful deception or thoughtless omission, we all... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Have a Little Faith

  

  Philomena is a delightful surprise amongst this year’s nominees for Best Picture.Based on the true story of Philomena Lee, director Stephen Frears has created... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …chill out

  

  Today I’m faced with a difficult task. I must find a way to bridge between 2WC’s coverage of the Olympic Games and our countdown to the Oscars, which begins... Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Break the Ice

  

  We’re well past the halfway point of the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games. At the risk of jinxing it, and because this will be my last chance to mention it (2WC’... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …assemble

  

  This may seem like an odd follow-up to my Saturday post on LEGO’s gender stereotypes problem, but I could think of no better way to transition from my latest... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Freeze Frame

  

  This Sunday we find ourselves on the brink of a crossroads: behind us the Olympics, before us the Oscars.This Thursday we’ll begin our marathon of reviews of al... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …build an Argument

  

  Today, I continue my current crusade/tour of gender stereotypes perpetuated by toy companies. What can I say? I’m on a roll.Today, it’s your turn LEGO. Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Give a Little, Take a Little

  

  Happy Valentine’s Day!I’ll keep this short and sweet. After all, today is about spending time with those you love.Of course, it’s premise attracts it’s fair... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …illustrate the Point

  

  It’s definitely that time of winter, when most of us are ready to punch it in the face…if that were possible, which it should be. Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Get Ugly

  

  When it comes to Team USA’s opening ceremony uniforms, public opinion has been mixed. Some have been kind, calling the design classic Americana. Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …get Flappy

  

  …set on a course for destruction…The world of procrastination was dealt a serious blow this weekend, when “Flappy Bird,” a rising star in the world of mobile... Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …Feel the Heat

  

  We’re several days into the Sochi Winter Olympics, and while the games have been fairly drama free, Mother Mature is starting to interfere. Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• …walk It off

  

  Now that we’re two days into the Olympics, it’s hard to imagine discussing anything else. Between the events themselves and the parodies of the bathrooms,... Read more

  Posted on 09 February 2014 ENTERTAINMENT

• …Meet Expectations

  

  The Sochi Olympic Games have officially started, and so far so good…more or less.There was that small malfunction with the rings during the opening ceremonies. Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION