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QUOTE (whitesoxfan99 @ Jan 14, 2016 -> 02:37 PM) Nobody cares about Aquaman. Aquaman sucks. And until WB proves they can make a good DC movie not directed by Nolan I have no interest in any of their stuff (including Batman v. Superman which just doesn't look remotely interesting). I hope you realize that Aquaman is comic book character and has been appearing in books since 1940, not just the Super Friends. Aquaman is the exact opposite of what the public perceives him to be, he's the cut throat King of Atlantis that will do anything for his people. He's one of the strongest characters in the DC universe and he has a solid rouges gallery. Another thing that makes him cool is that he is conflicted by his heritage and although he finds himself from time to time wondering why we won't take over humanity. The dude's trident can cut Superman's flesh for crying out loud. Watch these vids: And you said nobody cares about Aquaman, after the New 52 was launched Aquaman was third highest selling book behind only Batman and Superman. He ranked pretty high too when you combine both DC and Marvel. Read the New 52 Aquaman books, they're some of the best comics to come out in a while. I would only recommend the Geoff Johns run. ************* Some of the people that I learned under, work on WB projects (that's how I was able to get the True Detective screener) and according to them everyone is really really confident in BvS. Does anyone else here have preview tickets?

QUOTE (bmags @ Jan 14, 2016 -> 11:02 AM) I'm not sure Benicio Del Toro playing Benicio Del Toro has the same acting pull as when someone actually acts like a different person. I didn't know he moonlighted as an emotionally anguished, politically washed out, suspicious and manipulating assassin. And I don't think he has played a character similar to that. He gave an extremely layered performance in that movie and dominated every scene he was in. The scene in the kitchen and in Kate's hotel are nothing short of amazing because of him.

QUOTE (Brian @ Jan 14, 2016 -> 08:12 AM) I was told Sicario was going to be nominated for everything. I know I'm in the minority but outside of the way it looked, that movie was a bore fest. Liked the first 30 mins but than splat. That was easily one of the best movies of last year. It filled with suspense and dread. It is a travesty that Benecio Del Toro was not nominated for Best Supporting Actor for one of the best performances of the year.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jan 13, 2016 -> 10:49 PM) Saw the Revenant tonight. Very disappointed. Inarritu does very safe movies with high technical skill. I liked Birdman, but it was a wink wink nod nod inside show business movie that the academy had been eating up recently. This was a story with no hard choices. It was a basic tale of chase and revenge. The physical effort was impressive, and yes, he can do tracking shots all over. I wouldn't hold a 'safe basic story' against anybody. How many great stories are basic in nature? Being complicated isn't a guarantee for being a good story.

QUOTE (Charlie Haeger's Knuckles @ Jan 13, 2016 -> 03:14 PM) Todd Frazier hit .233 away from home last year. You gonna s*** on him while you are at it? Frazier while the same age has had a clean bill of health, whereas Gonzalez is an injury magnet and has suffered some major injuries (Did you read the article?). Gonzalez is always dealing with something and as he gets older their taking their toll on his body and skill set.

QUOTE (shipps @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 10:05 AM) Its funny because I see Cleveland as the least threatening of all of the teams in the division. If they trade for an OF, like a Jorge Soler (Who I still believe has the tools to be as good as Kris Bryant if he stays healthy) to help hold the fort down till Brantly is healthy, I think they could win 83+

Amber Heard is going to play Mera, the wife of Aquaman and warrior queen of Atlantis for those not familiar with the comics. Word around the campfire was that WB was looking at minority actresses for the role. She could, along with Atlantis appear in Justice Leauge Part One before the solo Aquaman film.

QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Jan 13, 2016 -> 01:32 PM) The decline of a guy who hit 40 bombs last year? Ok. He was a .240 hitter away from Coors...

I hope he's a good 240 and not a Bartolo Colon 240 if you will. Hopefully the Sox are turning that baby weight into muscle. Who knows how big sports science and advanced physiology and nutrition are in MLB as they are in the NFL, maybe that's something to look into

I've been working with the Hilary Clinton campaign in Iowa this past couple weeks, did some independent work during the Town Hall Meeting on Monday in Des Moines. It's totally refreshing to get a look at the candidates when their guards are down. Martin O'Malley is quite the ladies man and is surprisingly funny. Bernie Sanders will give anyone the time of day and Hillary in my very limited encounter leaves quite the impression.

http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/the-decline...ez-star-player/

TWTW

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 8, 2016 -> 11:58 AM) more like every other year contender Are they not always in the mix for a playoff spot? And don't the Pats win it all every few years?

The Giants are MLB's version of the New England Patriots. All time great coach and GM duo (In NE they happen to be the same person). A couple great players (Bumgarner/Posey, Brady/Gronk) and a supporting cast stocked with good players. Annual contender.

QUOTE (farmteam @ Jan 7, 2016 -> 09:26 PM) Top of my head, no order: Ferris Bueller's Day Off The Sandlot Shawshank Redemption Major League Zoolander Dark Knight The Patriot Good Will Hunting Remember the Titans Pitch Perfect Saving Private Ryan In Bruges Dr. Strangelove A Gentleman's Game Forrest Gump In Bruges, along with Batman Returns is my favorite Christmas movies of all time. My mom took me to see it when it came out. Zoolander is the funniest movie ever made:

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Jan 7, 2016 -> 07:18 AM) Not to be a dick, but I think The Dark Knight Rises is a bad Batman movie and easily the worst one in the new trilogy. TDKR is not only the best Batman film, but its one of the best movies of the decade and to come out in recent memory. The film got a lukewarm reception because after TDK came out in 2008 people sarted writing the sequel in their head (I am scared that Episode 8 is going to suffer a similar fate) and when TDKR came out and it was not what they imagined, people were disappointed. When you criticize something, especially art you are supposed to judge on what it is, you never judge something on what its not it what you wanted it to be. Another thing that turned people away from the movie was the Aurora incident. TDKR is a better film than TDK, but when you compare the two you have to remember that they are very different movies. BB is an adventure movie, TDK is a crime thriller, while TDKR is a post apocalyptic war film. I could go on but TDKR is just better.

The Giants are scary f***ing good.

The best case scenario for the Sox is that Lazarito is attached to the 2016 class, but it may be a pretty penny to sign him. He already has an offer from a Japanese team for about $12M I believe.

What are your favorite movies of all time? List your top 15 (I imagine narrowing it down to ten would be too difficult for a lot of people) and if you want talk about why you enjoy them. Here's my list: 1. Citizen Kane 2. The Tree of Life 3. Star Wars (Empire is the best film) 4. The Dark Knight Trilogy (Rises is the best film) 5. The Godfather Pt. 2 6. Lawrence of Arabia 7. 2001: A Space Odyssey 8. Seven Samurai 9. There Will Be Blood 10. Terminator 2 11. Blade Runner 12. Raiders of the Lost Ark 13. Alien 14. Heat 15. Collateral

Lovie Smith was just fired as HC of the Bucs.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Dec 28, 2015 -> 12:33 PM) More mocks because, I'm bored I guess. This one has Rutherford to the Sox: http://www.fueledbysports.com/2016-mlb-mock-draft/ This one stayed the same with the Sox picking Okey: http://www.mymlbdraft.com/MLB-Mock-Draft Rutherford at 10 would be a steal, should be a top five pick. I like Delvin Perez, been trying to read up on him. I am also trying to look up info on prep catchers because the college class is pretty weak. I think you should always draft best player available, but I think that you should always. always, always draft/sign multiple catchers (if the pick/INTL prospect is there), a la the NFL QB philosophy. Catcher is by far the weakest position in the sport and it is so hard to find a quality starting caliber catcher, by drafting multiple catchers you simply improve your chances of finding a diamond in the rough.

The Royals re-signing Gordon, prevents the Sox from making a huge mistake. Gordon is in the decline of his career and not worth a comp pick. MLB Network just said that Hosmer, Cain and Moustakas are all free agents in 2017. Their run could be ending.

It is being reported that Alex Gordon and the Royals have reached an agreement on a new contract. It was reported by a writer from MLB.com, an official announcement is expected to be made later today. EDIT: I was too late.

Back to this conversation: Why Jackie Brown is better than Pulp Fiction. Jackie Brown has what was good about Pulp Fiction, just a little more of it. Pam Grier's performance in Jackie Brown is better than anyone in Pulp Fiction by a long shot. Jackie Brown also has the better supporting cast, in both terms of talent and performance. The film takes everything great about blaxploitation films and culture and gives it depth and resonance. You can call Jackie Brown a expose about the undying spirit and resolve of the black woman in America and it talks about what black women have to do to get ahead. As an African American man who was raised by black women and has sisters have have had to overcome a lot to get where they are, QT nailed it. Pam Grier's Jackie Brown remains Tarantino's best female character ever. The soundtrack is probably the best in any Tarantino film, it starts with 110th Street by Bobby Womack and it really sets the tones. The relationship between Jackie Brown and Max Cherry is the best relationship in any of QT's films. Despite being a great crime thriller, it's a great love story as well. Tarantino was able to take the work of Elmore Leonard and completely put his stamp on the material. When I read Rum Punch now, it's hard not to read it through Tarantino's filter. That's the mark of a great adaptation. Jackie Brown is also the most confident Tarantino film, it's not overtly stylish or flashy, it simply relies on the story and the characters. Whereas Pulp Fiction relies on its non-linear narrative and zainy pop culture references. Jackie Brown is his most 'mature' film to date.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jan 4, 2016 -> 08:53 AM) Baseball America has it as: 1. Tim Anderson SS 2. Carson Fulmer RHP 3. Spencer Adams RHP 4. Trey Michalczewski 3B 5. Jacob May CF 6. Tyler Danish RHP 7. Adam Engel OF 8. Jordan Guerrero LHP 9. Courtney Hawkins OF 10. Corey Zangari 1B I think the Sox farm ranks in tat 25-30 range and if they want to compete while simultaneously building for long term sucess, then that has to improve. Keeping their comp pick would help that cause.