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Film: Ralph Bakshi’s American Pop

Posted on 24 February 2019 by Suhail Rafidi

Ralph Bakshi’s American Pop (1981) is an animated film about the trajectory of pop music and songwriting in America over the course of four generations of aspiring musicians; Zalmie, Ben, Tony, and Lil’ Pete. It is an exceptional film, enough … Continue reading →

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Uncanny Valley Digest: Metropolis

Posted on 21 June 2016 by Suhail Rafidi

Last night’s Metropolis discussion was so Babylonian-modern that I forgot which century we were in! Turnout was almost entirely via call-ins and I was delighted. Sadie put it best when she said, “It’s like we’re in the future.” That comment … Continue reading →

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After Watching Fight Club

Posted on 27 October 1999 by Suhail Rafidi

Yesterday I wrote Sean a check for my portion of the rent.  We all pay Sean and he writes one big check out to Flo.  On  the “for” line at the bottom left corner of the check I wrote “toffee … Continue reading →

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