I am predisposed against the Republican party. And Donald Trump reinforces my perspective that the Republican party is a backward party. Whatever flaws which the Democrats have, I believe that they are the people who will continue to work on social progress. They are the people who will promote real understanding of reality as opposed to the religionism which the Republican party is more beholden to. The Democrats have the better chance to move Earth toward a more healthy, sustainable and supportive environment.
Too many Republicans are against health via their anti-environmental perspectives and pro-business regardless of the wrongs done by them. Too many Republicans are against knowledge via their pro-supernaturalist perspectives. Too many Republicans unintentionally aid in violence via their total pro-gun perspectives. Too many Republicans filter reality through filters based on fallacies.
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Movie Review: Her (2013)
Movie link
I just watched Her (2013). First impression is WOW! There are so many things about this movie. But I just want to say here that it initiated thoughts and feelings which I want to savor for a while.
I just watched Her (2013). First impression is WOW! There are so many things about this movie. But I just want to say here that it initiated thoughts and feelings which I want to savor for a while.
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Movie comments: Gravity
Movie link
I was hesitant about this movie. Although some people said that it fits in the hard science fiction genre, others have noted the inaccuracies. I eventually rented it. I like the idea of science fiction without the levels of violence and villains common in science fiction movies. I was pleasantly surprised. Yes, there are inaccuracies. But I thought that the movie flowed well and left an emotional impact. I especially liked how the the movie avoided the cliched space sounds and instead went with music to create audio sensations. I liked the movie well enough to buy it. In addition to wanting to watch it again, I wanted to give my small support for better science fiction quality.
I was hesitant about this movie. Although some people said that it fits in the hard science fiction genre, others have noted the inaccuracies. I eventually rented it. I like the idea of science fiction without the levels of violence and villains common in science fiction movies. I was pleasantly surprised. Yes, there are inaccuracies. But I thought that the movie flowed well and left an emotional impact. I especially liked how the the movie avoided the cliched space sounds and instead went with music to create audio sensations. I liked the movie well enough to buy it. In addition to wanting to watch it again, I wanted to give my small support for better science fiction quality.
Movie and Book comments: The Martian
Book link
Movie link
I decided to read The Martian by Andy Weir after seeing a trailer for the movie. I am a hard science fiction fan and the story looked to fit the bill. Although it wasn't scientifically perfect, I think that it got enough correct. I enjoyed the detail, which was written so that both tech and non-tech people can enjoy. Additionally, the character depth was sufficient to generate emotional connections to what I was reading.
I also enjoyed the movie very much. Although I think that a little too much was different from the book, I also don't have the conflict which I sometimes have when I have read the book on which a movie is based. A test of a movie is how I feel when I read the book and watch the movie back to back. I actually feel that the movie enhances my experience of the book. I do wish that the movie would have been daring enough to ditch the sounds in space.
The book and movie show how you can have a good science fiction story without violence and villains.
Story introduction:
After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he’s alive—and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive.
Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first.
But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills—and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit—he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him?
Movie link
I decided to read The Martian by Andy Weir after seeing a trailer for the movie. I am a hard science fiction fan and the story looked to fit the bill. Although it wasn't scientifically perfect, I think that it got enough correct. I enjoyed the detail, which was written so that both tech and non-tech people can enjoy. Additionally, the character depth was sufficient to generate emotional connections to what I was reading.
I also enjoyed the movie very much. Although I think that a little too much was different from the book, I also don't have the conflict which I sometimes have when I have read the book on which a movie is based. A test of a movie is how I feel when I read the book and watch the movie back to back. I actually feel that the movie enhances my experience of the book. I do wish that the movie would have been daring enough to ditch the sounds in space.
The book and movie show how you can have a good science fiction story without violence and villains.
Story introduction:
After a dust storm nearly kills him and forces his crew to evacuate while thinking him dead, Mark finds himself stranded and completely alone with no way to even signal Earth that he’s alive—and even if he could get word out, his supplies would be gone long before a rescue could arrive.
Chances are, though, he won't have time to starve to death. The damaged machinery, unforgiving environment, or plain-old "human error" are much more likely to kill him first.
But Mark isn't ready to give up yet. Drawing on his ingenuity, his engineering skills—and a relentless, dogged refusal to quit—he steadfastly confronts one seemingly insurmountable obstacle after the next. Will his resourcefulness be enough to overcome the impossible odds against him?
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Books and blogs about cycling
Te list is in order of either ride date or publication date. If riders have more than one ride which I have read or watched, the order is based on the most recent ride.
Kate Harris and Melissa Yule (2011 and 2006 Silk Road and transcontinental USA rides)
http://kateharris.ca
https://vimeo.com/kateonmars/videos
http://kateharris.ca/blog
Kiki Holl Rides Across America 2009
http://kiki.bikesacrossthe.us
Kate Harris and Melissa Yule (2011 and 2006 Silk Road and transcontinental USA rides)
http://kateharris.ca
https://vimeo.com/kateonmars/videos
http://kateharris.ca/blog
Kiki Holl Rides Across America 2009
http://kiki.bikesacrossthe.us
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