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Comment on Which covers did it better than (or put a fresh twist on) the original? in ~music
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Kerry56 (edited )LinkI finally got to see Project Hail Mary. I went in thinking that I was going to like this movie. It was based on a novel from the same author as The Martian, so I thought it was going to be a...I finally got to see Project Hail Mary. I went in thinking that I was going to like this movie. It was based on a novel from the same author as The Martian, so I thought it was going to be a slam-dunk. Nope.
When reading or watching any work of fiction, you have to employ suspension of disbelief, to enter that world and immerse yourself in its structure and meaning. This holds true especially for science fiction, which often breaks what we know of the universe. But this story kept pushing my boundaries on what I could accept. The handwavium just got piled on too thick for me to ignore. A menace that conveniently also provides enough power for us to go nearly light speed? Meet an alien, then have conversations in a week or two?
And then the sappy story line began. A buddy movie where they sounded like a couple of frat boys was too much to bear.
Somehow, I made it through this pile of treacle, but it was not worth the effort. Worst disappointment of the year so far for me. -
Comment on Which Linux distro do you use, and why? in ~tech
Kerry56 LinkI use Linux Mint, and have for about nine years. It was originally an easy transition from the Windows world, and I've found that it does everything I need. On the rare occasions I've run into an...I use Linux Mint, and have for about nine years. It was originally an easy transition from the Windows world, and I've found that it does everything I need.
On the rare occasions I've run into an issue, there is a lot of help available for this operating system and the Linux Mint forums have been welcoming for those of us who aren't technically proficient.
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Comment on Am I German or autistic? in ~health.mental
Kerry56 Link49% Autistic and 29% German Hmm, never thought of myself as autistic.49% Autistic and 29% German
Hmm, never thought of myself as autistic.
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Comment on TV series suggestions in ~tv
Kerry56 LinkI've thought of a couple more, and I don't think they've been mentioned. The Pitt ... Which is an outstanding medical drama with a unique format. Dept. Q ... This is a British crime series that...I've thought of a couple more, and I don't think they've been mentioned.
The Pitt ... Which is an outstanding medical drama with a unique format.
Dept. Q ... This is a British crime series that surprised me in its quality. I enjoyed it more than the last season of Slow Horses. There is a second season in the works for Dept Q.
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Comment on TV series suggestions in ~tv
Kerry56 LinkHere are a couple of Korean shows worth watching: Extraordinary Attorney Woo and if you can find it, It's Ok to not be Ok. I also like Silo, both seasons.Here are a couple of Korean shows worth watching:
Extraordinary Attorney Woo
and if you can find it, It's Ok to not be Ok.I also like Silo, both seasons.
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Comment on Writers who don't read books: a response in ~books
Kerry56 Link ParentI've learned through my writing that you can't get too attached to what you've written in your first efforts on a new manuscript. You'll have to tear it down and rewrite your story a dozen times...I've learned through my writing that you can't get too attached to what you've written in your first efforts on a new manuscript. You'll have to tear it down and rewrite your story a dozen times or more. Recognizing where to deconstruct is difficult, and often discouraging.
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Comment on What are some bands you regret not seeing live (or, just never had the chance to see in the first place)? in ~music
Kerry56 LinkMamamoo (yes, I know, you've never heard of them) had a concert tour of the US back in 2023, just about the time I discovered them, and I didn't get to see them when they had a stop in Texas. I...Mamamoo (yes, I know, you've never heard of them) had a concert tour of the US back in 2023, just about the time I discovered them, and I didn't get to see them when they had a stop in Texas. I may get another chance however, as they have announced a new album coming out in June, followed by a world tour with a fair number of events in the US. If they schedule a concert anywhere close by, I'm going to try to make it.
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Comment on What's an obscure book/series that you've read that you would like to recommend? in ~books
Kerry56 Link ParentI never read Creatures of Light and Darkness. Most of the rest of his writing, yes. My favorite from Zelazny is a light-hearted novel called Doorways in the Sand, which is mostly forgotten now, I...I never read Creatures of Light and Darkness. Most of the rest of his writing, yes. My favorite from Zelazny is a light-hearted novel called Doorways in the Sand, which is mostly forgotten now, I believe.
I've always appreciated lighter adventure stories in science fiction, and that's where my own writing took me. One writer I never see mentioned these days is Andre Norton, who wrote for a slightly younger audience. Her novels, The Zero Stone and its sequel, Uncharted Stars were favorites when I was in junior high. I haven't read them in many years, so I wonder how well they would stand up for me.
A fine fantasy story I'd recommend is Joy Chant's Red Moon and Black Mountain. On first examination, many see influences from Tolkien, but the author herself said she hadn't read his works before writing this novel. It has a bit of the grandeur and sweep of LOTR, and the battle of the eagles is epic. My only complaint is that it is too short.
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Comment on In a blind test, audiophiles couldn't tell the difference between audio signals sent through copper wire, a banana, or wet mud in ~tech
Kerry56 Link ParentDried mud or frozen mud come to mind. Though dried mud could just be called clods.Dried mud or frozen mud come to mind. Though dried mud could just be called clods.
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Comment on In a blind test, audiophiles couldn't tell the difference between audio signals sent through copper wire, a banana, or wet mud in ~tech
Kerry56 LinkOver at Headfi, they won't even let you mention double blind tests except in one small, ignored subforum. I suspect it causes havok among their advertisers and sponsers. It really is difficult to...Over at Headfi, they won't even let you mention double blind tests except in one small, ignored subforum. I suspect it causes havok among their advertisers and sponsers.
It really is difficult to wade through all the crap spouted at Headfi when trying to find good information about headphones. Take nothing, absolutely nothing at face value there.
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Comment on What if Hwasa sang Good Goodbye in a school? in ~music
Kerry56 LinkI don't know if any of you would be interested in this video, but I think it is a wonderful interaction between Hwasa (the youngest member of Mamamoo) and a group of Korean high school kids. This...I don't know if any of you would be interested in this video, but I think it is a wonderful interaction between Hwasa (the youngest member of Mamamoo) and a group of Korean high school kids. This is from a program where a famous musician comes in and gives a talk, and a little performance for the kids.
At one point, one of the boys brings her shoes to her, and this is him copying something from the music video of the song she is singing. The whole episode is heartwarming and wholesome.
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What if Hwasa sang Good Goodbye in a school?
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Comment on What are your food aversions? in ~food
Kerry56 Link ParentBe careful with that. I had the same reaction to walnuts and pecans, and filberts to a lesser degree. I thought it was harmless, and at most would give me a little heartburn as well as the itchy...Be careful with that. I had the same reaction to walnuts and pecans, and filberts to a lesser degree. I thought it was harmless, and at most would give me a little heartburn as well as the itchy mouth reaction. But the last time I accidentally ate a pecan it sent me to the hospital and it took a couple of epinephrine shots to make my body calm down.
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Comment on What are your food aversions? in ~food
Kerry56 LinkBroccoli, Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts taste awful to me. Always have. Boiled cabbage is also on my shit list. I don't drink root beer, for the simple reason that it makes me throw up. I...Broccoli, Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts taste awful to me. Always have. Boiled cabbage is also on my shit list.
I don't drink root beer, for the simple reason that it makes me throw up. I suspect I must have had a bad experience as a child, but one sip makes me gag.
Canola oil, on the other hand, seems almost tasteless to me, and it is my primary cooking oil.
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Comment on Most and least expensive US supermarkets in ~food
Kerry56 LinkIn my area of Texas, HEB is known for low prices compared to the other, regular supermarkets. There is one Costco, but it is an hour drive to get there for me. HEB store brand products are...In my area of Texas, HEB is known for low prices compared to the other, regular supermarkets. There is one Costco, but it is an hour drive to get there for me.
HEB store brand products are generally good quality too, and I can't say that about Walmart. There are always exceptions, but I've had good luck with HEB products overall.
My biggest gripe with HEB is that they will stop carrying a product I buy with no warning. Sometimes it seems like they want to direct traffic towards alternatives under their brand, but other times, there's just no explanation.
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Comment on Wired vs. wireless mouse and keyboard? in ~tech
Kerry56 LinkI settled on vertical wireless mice and wired keyboards a long time ago. Since I don't move my keyboards around much, there wasn't a reason to go wireless with them. I have gotten spoiled using...I settled on vertical wireless mice and wired keyboards a long time ago. Since I don't move my keyboards around much, there wasn't a reason to go wireless with them.
I have gotten spoiled using mechanical keys, and any time I have to use a mushy keyboard it stands out as an instant irritation. Using a wired mouse is also off-putting, from the extra drag of the wire.
Use what feels comfortable for you.
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Comment on Resist and Unsubscribe in ~society
Kerry56 LinkI don't have any of these subscriptions. Am I already unwittingly resisting? Though I do shop at Lowes Hardware now and again, and wasn't aware of them using license plate readers.I don't have any of these subscriptions. Am I already unwittingly resisting?
Though I do shop at Lowes Hardware now and again, and wasn't aware of them using license plate readers.
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Comment on Midweek Movie Free Talk in ~movies
Kerry56 Link ParentThe Apartment is a very good movie. Bittersweet and poignant. It has one of my favorite performances from Jack Lemmon... the common man turned into an exploited cog in the corporate machine, until...The Apartment is a very good movie. Bittersweet and poignant. It has one of my favorite performances from Jack Lemmon... the common man turned into an exploited cog in the corporate machine, until the day he can take no more abuse. If you haven't seen it, Lemmon is also great in Mr. Roberts.
As for Marty Supreme, it is one of those well-made movies that feature good performances, but have very little appeal for me. I disliked the main character so much, I'll never rewatch it.
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Comment on Is it possible to live without WhatsApp? in ~tech
Kerry56 LinkI'm in the US and never use any of the apps mentioned. I have SMS on my phone and the only person I use text with regularly is my brother. There are, perhaps, four others that I use text with...I'm in the US and never use any of the apps mentioned. I have SMS on my phone and the only person I use text with regularly is my brother. There are, perhaps, four others that I use text with occasionally. Other than that, I make calls. I have no need for group texts.
Most annoying is the fact that so many sites/companies insist on sending texts as confirmation that I am who I say I am.
There is a Korean program called Begin Again which brings in artists to perform different versions of their own songs and covers of other groups and individuals. Often times, they will pair singers from different generations, and artists who have never worked together before. It's always high quality.
Here are a couple of favorites:
Wheein singing Dimple, originally by BTS. This is a very different take on the song, with an R&B flavor.
Solar and Navi singing Drowning Original song by Woodz. The power in their voices is just astonishing.
Edit: Fixed second link.