W.C. Fields: The Great McGonigle Act simply blew me away! Please watch the whole clip, because his showmanship is incredible. Totally something that is missing from the young performers of today. You know, the same ones that the big media companies keep pushing down our throats. I think the future of the internet will be dictated more by corporate needs than the security, educational, or informational needs that should be driving such a medium's evolution. I mean, just watch him, he's got all the skillz! He must have been quite the ladykiller with that outfit.
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
So, the states bogus secrecy needs trump the peoples real privacy rights?
The US Constitution is the first and last word on US law. We, the People, born free, sovereign, and beholden to no-one, ALLOW the state to exist, provided the state abides by the Constitution. If the state breaches this contract, we have no further obligation to recognize the states legitimacy, so the state AND its secrecy claims evaporate...
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Wednesday, November 21, 2007
282,700 score on Galaga
282,700 score on Galaga
Originally uploaded by hollywoodkids
Not the highest score on this particular machine, but this is my all-time best score on a real, arcade-style, stand-up version of Galaga. I can't really believe I acheived such a high score, although I am on some pretty strong painkillers after a nasty trip to the dentist, so maybe I was just in some sort of drug-induced trance. That could explain it.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Blogs go dark, fans get behind the writers
Twenty television centered blogs are choosing today, November 13th, to "go dark", honoring the striking WGA. You know, now that I think about it... do we really need another episode of C.S.I.? I mean come on, between Las Vegas, New York and Miami, they have to have filmed like over two million episodes. I predict they will strike until February.
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Saturday, November 10, 2007
Friday, November 09, 2007
Inland Empire
The latest film by David Lynch is remarkable. I haven't even been able to view it in one sitting because it holds so many powerful subconscious and subliminal triggers and layers that I am still reeling from watching just over one hour of this 3 hour opus.
I have recognized some themes and possible messages though, themes that wouldn't have been readily apparent if I hadn't obsessed over "Mulholland Drive" and found Lost on Mulholland Drive, which is an excellent and thorough collection of analysis, reviews and suggested interpretations of one of the best "puzzle" films ever created.
I say "puzzle" film only because it is the best and most simple way of describing the overall effect of watching the film, and then being captured by essences and small things late at night, when you thought you had put it down. These two movies can crawl right up under your skin and speak to the immortal soul and great unknown in each of us.
I rented "Inland Empire" from Netflix. I will now be turning my "three at a time" plan into a "two at a time" plan, as I am holding onto this disc and will be watching it endlessly looking for clues into its mysteries.
Here is what I've come up with so far. Now, some Lynch fans may say that I am grasping at the obvious, but I am peeling back this movie one layer at a time, so bear with me:
Actors are whores.
They sell a bit of their soul each time they book a movie.
The producer of the film within a film is the devil.
The lead actress made a Faustian deal with the devil.
Her soul is his to play with.
There is an image of rabbits in a sit-com.
The producer said he used to like to play with rabbits. And dogs.
Now I think he is playing with people.
She is a lost soul, condemned to play out life for the devil's amusement and entertainment.
All the world's a stage, and we are merely players.
****And all this from only 1 hour of this movie!!!***
It is too intense to watch all at once. But I will try this weekend.
David Lynch has tapped into so much stuff that I am stunned into awe.
I will try to continue my analysis as I watch more of the film.
Signed,
Keith "Oh My Gawd, what a weird film!" Coogan
I have recognized some themes and possible messages though, themes that wouldn't have been readily apparent if I hadn't obsessed over "Mulholland Drive" and found Lost on Mulholland Drive, which is an excellent and thorough collection of analysis, reviews and suggested interpretations of one of the best "puzzle" films ever created.
I say "puzzle" film only because it is the best and most simple way of describing the overall effect of watching the film, and then being captured by essences and small things late at night, when you thought you had put it down. These two movies can crawl right up under your skin and speak to the immortal soul and great unknown in each of us.
I rented "Inland Empire" from Netflix. I will now be turning my "three at a time" plan into a "two at a time" plan, as I am holding onto this disc and will be watching it endlessly looking for clues into its mysteries.
Here is what I've come up with so far. Now, some Lynch fans may say that I am grasping at the obvious, but I am peeling back this movie one layer at a time, so bear with me:
Actors are whores.
They sell a bit of their soul each time they book a movie.
The producer of the film within a film is the devil.
The lead actress made a Faustian deal with the devil.
Her soul is his to play with.
There is an image of rabbits in a sit-com.
The producer said he used to like to play with rabbits. And dogs.
Now I think he is playing with people.
She is a lost soul, condemned to play out life for the devil's amusement and entertainment.
All the world's a stage, and we are merely players.
****And all this from only 1 hour of this movie!!!***
It is too intense to watch all at once. But I will try this weekend.
David Lynch has tapped into so much stuff that I am stunned into awe.
I will try to continue my analysis as I watch more of the film.
Signed,
Keith "Oh My Gawd, what a weird film!" Coogan
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Saturday, October 27, 2007
This bitch is about to transform!
This bitch is about to transform!
Originally uploaded by hollywoodkids
You know you've been watching your "Transformers" DVD too much when this truck somehow looks menacing.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Trauma, Turmoil and Challenges
Dear Hollywood,
Wow, couldn't have been a rougher last several days. Actually, I am fully aware that it could have been worse, so I must continually thank my lucky stars (Mother Mary) for my blessings. I'm not much of a religious man, (having been raised as a lapsed Catholic) but prayer seems to be the only way to find relief from the pressures of everyday life.
As many of you may know, I used to be an actor. I say "used to be" because it has been at least two years since I worked on a set, and I also let my AFTRA membership go bye bye. Still have my SAG membership, however I am not currently represented by a talent agent either.
Here is what I'm looking for:
-A new agent (one who "gets" me, understands my past work, and where I'd like to be in the future)
-Someone to help me put a reel together. I have all of these movies under my belt, but I never really had a clip tape. I'm lazy, and I thought my credits would be enough to get into the casting room, apparently they aren't, so I need a clip dvd.
-Two studio pictures a year, with no less than sixth billing. I don't need big parts to get big laughs, just steady enough exposure so I don't keep hearing the phrase, "So, do you still act?"
-I hate television, but would do guest roles on single camera, scripted shows. No "live" shows or half hour comedies, and no improvisation. I respect the written word, and am looking to work on fully fleshed out ideas, rather than winging it with a bunch of improv artists. Movies are not improv, although 40 Year Old Virgin was great, I'm sure there was a script. I know this is limiting, and the first thing that every potential agent says to me is, "How about tv, sitcoms, pilots, commercials or stand-up?" Most of the time I would like to say, "How about I punch you in the face with my bitter fist?" But usually I insist that this is the canvas that I like to paint on, and the arena that I had most of my success, why not continue towards that goal?
-Around 20 million dollars, so that I can retire and build a movie studio where I can write, direct, shoot and edit low budget, grindhouse pictures for the rest of my life. Maybe pumping out an art picture that "means something" every once in a while.
Is that too much to ask for?
I have tried to not be bitter like most other former child actors are, but it's getting harder and harder each and every day. I have never complained or whined much in the past, but I am ready to let success back into my life, am starting to lose my infinite patience, and am now angry at lost opportunities and past choices. What the heck does a former child actor have to do to get work in this town?
To Harry Gold, I'm sorry for letting you go at the peak of my career. I certainly shot myself in the foot with that move. When I approached you years later, you were no help. I understand you felt burned when I let you go, and I think that if I hadn't listened to Linda Brown and moved over to Innovative Artists, then you and I would still be working together, and things would be quite different than they are now. I'm sorry Harry, but I was just a kid, and I didn't know any better.
I'm looking for my next "Harry Gold". If you are out there, and if you liked my work in the past, I have grown up quite a bit, and am seeking representation.
Looking for help,
Keith Coogan
Wow, couldn't have been a rougher last several days. Actually, I am fully aware that it could have been worse, so I must continually thank my lucky stars (Mother Mary) for my blessings. I'm not much of a religious man, (having been raised as a lapsed Catholic) but prayer seems to be the only way to find relief from the pressures of everyday life.
As many of you may know, I used to be an actor. I say "used to be" because it has been at least two years since I worked on a set, and I also let my AFTRA membership go bye bye. Still have my SAG membership, however I am not currently represented by a talent agent either.
Here is what I'm looking for:
-A new agent (one who "gets" me, understands my past work, and where I'd like to be in the future)
-Someone to help me put a reel together. I have all of these movies under my belt, but I never really had a clip tape. I'm lazy, and I thought my credits would be enough to get into the casting room, apparently they aren't, so I need a clip dvd.
-Two studio pictures a year, with no less than sixth billing. I don't need big parts to get big laughs, just steady enough exposure so I don't keep hearing the phrase, "So, do you still act?"
-I hate television, but would do guest roles on single camera, scripted shows. No "live" shows or half hour comedies, and no improvisation. I respect the written word, and am looking to work on fully fleshed out ideas, rather than winging it with a bunch of improv artists. Movies are not improv, although 40 Year Old Virgin was great, I'm sure there was a script. I know this is limiting, and the first thing that every potential agent says to me is, "How about tv, sitcoms, pilots, commercials or stand-up?" Most of the time I would like to say, "How about I punch you in the face with my bitter fist?" But usually I insist that this is the canvas that I like to paint on, and the arena that I had most of my success, why not continue towards that goal?
-Around 20 million dollars, so that I can retire and build a movie studio where I can write, direct, shoot and edit low budget, grindhouse pictures for the rest of my life. Maybe pumping out an art picture that "means something" every once in a while.
Is that too much to ask for?
I have tried to not be bitter like most other former child actors are, but it's getting harder and harder each and every day. I have never complained or whined much in the past, but I am ready to let success back into my life, am starting to lose my infinite patience, and am now angry at lost opportunities and past choices. What the heck does a former child actor have to do to get work in this town?
To Harry Gold, I'm sorry for letting you go at the peak of my career. I certainly shot myself in the foot with that move. When I approached you years later, you were no help. I understand you felt burned when I let you go, and I think that if I hadn't listened to Linda Brown and moved over to Innovative Artists, then you and I would still be working together, and things would be quite different than they are now. I'm sorry Harry, but I was just a kid, and I didn't know any better.
I'm looking for my next "Harry Gold". If you are out there, and if you liked my work in the past, I have grown up quite a bit, and am seeking representation.
Looking for help,
Keith Coogan
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Exercise Vigilant Shield ’08 slated for October
War games exercise Oct. 15-20 has new details, locations and participants. It will entail some 15,000 people, and will simulate a "truckload of radioactive material" being dispersed in the southwest. Either a show of preparedness, or a cover for something else. Read teh story carefully, it seems like a strike against Iran is now inevitable. VS-08 will be conducted concurrent with Top Officials 4 (TOPOFF 4), the nation’s premier exercise of terrorism preparedness providing an opportunity to participate in a full range of scenarios that will better prepare participants to prevent and respond to national crises. The primary exercise venues include locations in Oregon, Arizona and Guam.
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Thursday, October 04, 2007
Voting Fraud
This is really messed up, please take the 5 minutes it takes to watch this video clip. I couldn't believe what I was seeing.
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Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
End of the world
End of the world
Originally uploaded by hollywoodkids
Somehow this signals the final nail in the coffin of our society. A Bratz Shrek synergy.
Wow.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Friday, September 28, 2007
Epidemic Of Police Brutality Sweeps America (12 VIDEOS)
An epidemic of violence is sweeping the country. Police are being trained that the general public are the enemy & that they can engage in outright brutality without recourse. Taser deaths are skyrocketing because the police have been ordered to use "pain compliance", aka torture, to subdue & oppress the citizenry. It's time for police to remember.."Don't tase me, bro!"
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