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Added Mar 25, 2018
Every man for himselfEvery man for himself, DVD
DVD - 2015 | FrenchDVD, 2015. Language: French
Added Mar 25, 2018
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Commentaries within subtext regarding male-controlled workplace may have cut too close to the bone -er -ah -for some folks at the time (every man was supposed to get a desk like that; ladyparts pre-installed, righht?!? ) ;because this is the one Godard I never saw until now. Or it really sucks as bad as some of these commentators claim and died of shame. opinions and asterix; Huh? - That balding misogynist bossman sure seems Trumpy tho'...Commentaries within subtext regarding male-controlled workplace may have cut too close to the bone -er -ah -for some folks at the time (every man was supposed to get a desk like that; ladyparts pre-installed, righht?!? ) ;because this is the one…
Outrage! Is NowOutrage! Is Now, Music CD
by Death from Above 1979 (Musical group)Music CD - 2017Music CD, 2017
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Dec 20, 2017
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Superb Punk/Metal influenced duo. They just seem to get better every album. Their first album was slow to get traction; but eventually became a cult fave. Thank goodness, as the lead singer was becoming a suit and tie guy - nothing wrong with that; just that art over business as a metier makes me smile. This album kicks it out!Superb Punk/Metal influenced duo. They just seem to get better every album. Their first album was slow to get traction; but eventually became a cult fave. Thank goodness, as the lead singer was becoming a suit and tie guy - nothing wrong with that;…
Added Sep 24, 2017
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this copy is totally scarified by those horrible circular scratches caused by inconsiderate tech and the unbalancing security-stickers that are unfortunately necessary in order to have access to such awesome media. I really love this cool band. it says this is the only copy at VPL... so sad!this copy is totally scarified by those horrible circular scratches caused by inconsiderate tech and the unbalancing security-stickers that are unfortunately necessary in order to have access to such awesome media. I really love this cool band. it…
The wire tapperThe wire tapper, Music CD43
Music CD - 2017Music CD, 2017
Added Aug 09, 2017
Added May 24, 2017
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so shiny; happy, and studio-polished it made me feel alienated and bleak in comparison. just can't relate. I prefer natural, messy and human, but even a robotic sequence can feel more real to me than this does. like a sunshine enema forced on my withered soul; I could not tolerate more than a few minutes in this dopey world. no.so shiny; happy, and studio-polished it made me feel alienated and bleak in comparison. just can't relate. I prefer natural, messy and human, but even a robotic sequence can feel more real to me than this does. like a sunshine enema forced on my…
I am FEMENI am FEMEN, DVD
DVD - 2015? | RussianDVD, 2015?. Language: Russian
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Feb 14, 2017
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A pretty interesting take on activism that manipulates moral perspectives; garnering mass media reach in the process. Witnessing the scary political state that deteriorates towards brute violence, it seems that perhaps the greater exposure also protects these girls; as men seem less likely to beat bloody female protesters whose breasts are out than those fully clothed, if this case history is added to the record. When the grabbing gets too rambunctious, however, there is nothing like a few stern words from an angry matriarch to smarten these lunkheads up. That participatory action also gives hope for what appears to be a rather shaky fresh democratic experiment, but there are some very worrisome signs here. Great insight into the bravery of youth fueled by truth.A pretty interesting take on activism that manipulates moral perspectives; garnering mass media reach in the process. Witnessing the scary political state that deteriorates towards brute violence, it seems that perhaps the greater exposure also…
Eye in the SkyEye in the Sky, DVD
DVD - 2016DVD, 2016
Added Dec 16, 2016
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Most new technologies have a developmental period of nearly thirty years before the initial model lands into the hands of the public. Tech that has potential military/intelligence potential begins it's development in the hands of these departments long before non-lethal versions are developed for civilian use. The concept of cellular-type tech was being considered at least at the time the original "Star Trek" communicator entered the public's consciousness. Many new technologies are introduced into the public's consciousness through entertainment media. Military/intelligence tech tends to be accepted more readily by the public if they have developed an understanding of like technologies in this way. A drone the size of a wasp, which could conceivably carry a toxic or otherwise incapacitating "sting" is certainly not far from the realm of the possible right now. Small, high capacity batteries are the way of the future; and commercial drones become smaller by the day. If something seems potentially unethical, it can be very important to sell it to the public in a very carefully framed manner; so that there can no question of the righteousness of those charged with wielding these instruments of death and destruction.Most new technologies have a developmental period of nearly thirty years before the initial model lands into the hands of the public. Tech that has potential military/intelligence potential begins it's development in the hands of these departments…
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Nov 25, 2016
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Incredible that this album is from nearly half a century back; as I can hear the influence all through the current sounds out there. Unfortunately track 9 on this-( apparently the VPL's only copy) is scratch damaged; this is a real bummer, as this track is just crazy good, with some incredibly, insanely fantastic guitar work. Would love to see a new copy appear on the shelves... Still worth checking out despite the frustrating tease. **UPDATE** Just happened across an album which contains this track (which is called "Negativeland"); two days after posting this comment - it's a comp by Mojo called "Beyond Saturn" ("15 Mind Blowing Cosmic Tracks") inspired by Peter Weller that is available through the VPL. I love it when karmic synchronicity occurs like this like this.Incredible that this album is from nearly half a century back; as I can hear the influence all through the current sounds out there. Unfortunately track 9 on this-( apparently the VPL's only copy) is scratch damaged; this is a real bummer, as this…
Sleeping GiantSleeping Giant, DVD
DVD - 2016DVD, 2016
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Oct 24, 2016
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One of the best Canadian films I have ever seen. Great cast; skillful direction and an interesting soundtrack make this one a winner. A very realistic portrayal of the bravado and language that boys tend to wield during the difficult and confusing journey into adulthood. Anyone willing to brave the portrayal to the film's end would realize the hard lessons that bad behavior and coarse language can have as the shock waves and repercussions of such actions return to sender. You would be depriving your fellow viewers and yourself of the valuable moral lessons revealed by the film's end, if you were to duck-out of viewing this masterpiece through; due to squeamishness; or a sense of patriarchal/matriarchal political correctness. Yes, this truly is how boys can behave out of sight of adult supervision, this film in no way applauds or condones; it simply reveals. Beautiful and troubling.One of the best Canadian films I have ever seen. Great cast; skillful direction and an interesting soundtrack make this one a winner. A very realistic portrayal of the bravado and language that boys tend to wield during the difficult and confusing…
A sniper's womanA sniper's woman, DVD
DVD - 2013 | JapaneseDVD, 2013. Language: Japanese
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Jun 16, 2016
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So - I got that this was a cheapie; but sometimes beautiful things happen in unexpected places.The conjurers of noir literally wrote the script on the concept of a stripped-down artistry of this form. This actually is just a variation of the traditional Japanese crime-world films that were influenced by the American/French post-war genre -the Yakuza B-movie. Basically a different take on the climb to the top of the gangsta' heap fans know and love; only with one glaring plot-hole -- They forgot about the baby... The titular "woman" gets knocked-up by this rabbit-sexed thug-on the-way-up; so he ditches the wife and marries this gal instead, he wants her to produce his son. Then the crime part of the story ramps up; years pass and everyone gets wizened and forms a true thug-family. Wait; did she B.S. this violent maniac into marrying her by faking preggos?! -'cause they shoulda wrote a scene where this gets hashed out and explained! Otherwise it just looks like they forgot about this plot-device; which would be so stupid as to make this hilarious. Also, there is no sniper in this film; certainly not the main character involved with said "woman". Of course this is only the English title; I'm just sayin'...So - I got that this was a cheapie; but sometimes beautiful things happen in unexpected places.The conjurers of noir literally wrote the script on the concept of a stripped-down artistry of this form. This actually is just a variation of the…
The Diary of A Teenage GirlThe Diary of A Teenage Girl, DVD
DVD - 2016DVD, 2016
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Added May 18, 2016
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Wow, this film really made a great ice-breaker for broaching this topic with my suddenly feral step-daughter... Heh-heh, JUST KIDDING! Seriously, Bel Powley is fantastic and fascinating in the lead role in this frank and funny satire.
Flesh and BoneFlesh and Bone, DVD
DVD - 2016DVD, 2016
Added May 18, 2016
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Wasn't sure if I would enjoy a series about ballet; but was hooked right away by the intensity of the story-line. Some really dark elements that can only have been drawn from real-life experiences. I've known models who attested to the vicious cattiness involved within the inescapable social structure which is related to brutal competition (great casting- BTW). I'm only on the third episode, but have to say that so far this is pretty intriguing. Funny and dark, razor-sharp and some very very sexy people (duck upchuck excluded, but excused) make this a winner for me so-far. I hope they can sustain the appeal... On completion of this (limited?) series; I have to say- these are some seriously damaged people here! I'm not sure what the message of all this dark and jagged drama is,;but the acting is superb. Sarah Hay is a relative newcomer, but deserves further attention. Emily Tyra has played the consumate mean-girl on film before, and is intriguing here. This work was a little disturbing and it lingers in my mind like a bad dream.Wasn't sure if I would enjoy a series about ballet; but was hooked right away by the intensity of the story-line. Some really dark elements that can only have been drawn from real-life experiences. I've known models who attested to the vicious…
Eastern BoysEastern Boys, DVD
DVD - 2015DVD, 2015
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Mar 09, 2016
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Unless intolerance of the human sexual spectrum completely disables your appreciation for great film; the straights out there would benefit by opening their minds to this excellent flic. There is nothing graphic on display here to feel squeamish about anyhow; certainly nothing that the gay/trans community had to endure from the 70's/80's television straight-sex product. This actually comes off as an at-times tense thriller/crime film, with a romantic element that breaks boundaries- boundaries of the mind; the politic; and the heart. This film manages to make commentary on the natures of exploitation, wealth, and particularly on the idea of "property" and how those who have been dis-entitled can come to lack a recognition for this idea. Great acting is what carries this work; propelled by an excellent Eastern-European-tinged EDM soundtrack that just defies you to join the party. What a party it is, too; as the multi-culture-clash of modern free-market Europe's have's and have-not's come together with the at-times nail-biting moments that characterize a classic thriller. A beautiful work.Unless intolerance of the human sexual spectrum completely disables your appreciation for great film; the straights out there would benefit by opening their minds to this excellent flic. There is nothing graphic on display here to feel squeamish…
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Second OpinionSecond Opinion, DVDLaetrile at Sloan-Kettering
DVD - 2014DVD, 2014
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Feb 15, 2016
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Very interesting, infuriating and confounding look at how the top U.S. cancer research agency suppressed their own #1 scientist's hugely positive results on a naturally-based (an extract of apricot kernels) treatment for cancer, and then fudged the follow-up research that was forced upon them by the furor that arose. This forced their own science writer to go rogue and leak the facts, which led to his firing. This took place 40 YEARS AGO and yet the greatly inferior and toxic chemotherapy treatment continues to be the top choice as a result of Sloan-Kettering's obfuscation and all-out scientific fraud. As the FDA spokesman was quoted "Why would anyone pay $70 000 dollars for a treatment when they can buy ( a better) one for 70 cents?" Would make a good companion to the doc on Dr. Burzynski - "Cancer Is Serious Business". Ralph Moss is really an unsung hero of the kind (sadly) rarely seen anymore.Very interesting, infuriating and confounding look at how the top U.S. cancer research agency suppressed their own #1 scientist's hugely positive results on a naturally-based (an extract of apricot kernels) treatment for cancer, and then fudged…
Added Jan 26, 2016
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It is incredible how after all this time, the VPL is either unable to control the internet trolls who abuse the "report this" mechanism for political/ideological reasons in order to supress opinions about ANYTHING that challenges their own opinions. Either that or there needs to be more public oversight over the propaganda wing in control of the VPL catalogue which is violating this Charter every time it stifles free-speech without justifiable cause.It is incredible how after all this time, the VPL is either unable to control the internet trolls who abuse the "report this" mechanism for political/ideological reasons in order to supress opinions about ANYTHING that challenges their own opinions.…
A girl walks home alone at nightA girl walks home alone at night, DVD
DVD - 2015 | PersianDVD, 2015. Language: Persian
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Jan 16, 2016
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Cool,Great,Phantastic,Beautiful B&W indie art chiller!
The BroodThe Brood, DVD
DVD - 2015DVD, 2015
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Dec 15, 2015
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I saw this as a kid in the '70's on late night T.V. as I guess it qualified as Canadian content; and it seriously messed up my innocent mind. I had no idea what it was called and had to tell myself years later that it had indeed existed and that I wasn't a sick fug for imagining such a work. Re-watching it in 2015, there are some seriously ha ha moments that were (perhaps?) meant to scare, but the makeup effects are still repulsively excellent. The "psychoplasmosis" concept is so 1970's and overall there is the pervasive aroma of cheese that will just never shampoo out of your shag carpet, but that is what defines these types of works. Definitely worth checking out if you are into low-budget horror from the era, just don't expect "Pan's Labyrinth" quality from an era when the genre got "no respect".I saw this as a kid in the '70's on late night T.V. as I guess it qualified as Canadian content; and it seriously messed up my innocent mind. I had no idea what it was called and had to tell myself years later that it had indeed existed and that I…
PowerPower, DVDThe Complete First Season
DVDDVD
Added Dec 15, 2015
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Waay too glossy to be taken seriously. Everyone is just so clean and shiny for crime figures. Maybe the storyline moves beyond the obvious motions I observed in the opener, but I just don't have time to find out with all the other quality premium cable offerings out there. Was hoping for something to fill the gap that the finale of Boardwalk Empire left, but this just left me disappointed.Waay too glossy to be taken seriously. Everyone is just so clean and shiny for crime figures. Maybe the storyline moves beyond the obvious motions I observed in the opener, but I just don't have time to find out with all the other quality premium…
Twice BornTwice Born, DVD
DVD - 2014DVD, 2014
Added Dec 08, 2015
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There are NINE copies of this film in the VPL catalogue, FIVE of which are CURRENTLY AVAILABLE, and yet you had to request the ONE specific copy I'd checked out, making it unrenewable ?! Thanks for the fine! Enjoy, considerate one, I'm sure it's great...There are NINE copies of this film in the VPL catalogue, FIVE of which are CURRENTLY AVAILABLE, and yet you had to request the ONE specific copy I'd checked out, making it unrenewable ?! Thanks for the fine! Enjoy, considerate one, I'm sure it's…
TraitorsTraitors, DVD
DVD - 2015 | ArabicDVD, 2015. Language: Arabic
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Oct 19, 2015
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Great indie crime flic. Gotta agree with yo918 here, anyone who can bring themselves to see a more realistic view of Arabic peoples would do well to watch this film. I see strong women and empathetic men here, despite the gritty circumstances that exist in practically any nation these days. The Syrian people begging for help building democracy appeared much the same (as any of us), before the situation was intentionally allowed to descend into chaos; but let the bombs fall and months pass and of course the bedraggled unshaven survivors begin to fit the stereotype in appearance at least. Great performances make this one a winner.Great indie crime flic. Gotta agree with yo918 here, anyone who can bring themselves to see a more realistic view of Arabic peoples would do well to watch this film. I see strong women and empathetic men here, despite the gritty circumstances that…
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Dec 09, 2014
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Those used to digesting the continuously cranked-out ''movie sausage'' that is the average product of big-budget Hollywood may find viewing this film to be akin to watching a foreign film without the subtitles. Yet I think this is exactly the necessary effect required to illustrate the results of interfacing human elements with a pan-dimensional being who seems to be dark-matter in source and substance. Not the same as vintage Star Trek, where practically every alien is humanoid. Ms Johansson reveals herself as an artist in firm control. The greatest actors are masters of the micro-expression (I've seen well-regarded television actors incapable of hiding real-life ''tells'', in the midst of a performance); and Scarlett's role here is made on such subtleties. A pleasant surprise for those willing to walk away afterwards without all the answers; and patient enough to enjoy a quiet and hella-creepy sci-fi that HASN'T been stitched together with CGI explosions and shoot-outs that occur in predetermined ratios like looped beats.Those used to digesting the continuously cranked-out ''movie sausage'' that is the average product of big-budget Hollywood may find viewing this film to be akin to watching a foreign film without the subtitles. Yet I think this is exactly the…
WrinklesWrinkles, DVD
DVDDVD
Repeal_BillC_51's rating:
Added Nov 07, 2014
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The Fear That Has 1000 EyesThe Fear That Has 1000 Eyes, DVDCities in the Age of Terrorism
DVD - 2013DVD, 2013
Added Aug 27, 2014
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There seems to be a sharp social divide between those who believe they have Right Of Privacy and those who think secure city living means that if you have a conversation while you are walking down an empty sidewalk, it is alright for the person sitting at the bus-stop across the street to monitor your commentary. Or that having cameras attached to the bus ceiling means you can video-record any female that sits down while you pretend to text. etcetera This battle seems to have been lost to a technology that was developed and distributed far apace of any laws that resemble those quaint old wiretapping laws. Google ALMOST got to market with an app that allowed the wearer to simply look at someone on the street and call up photos, personal details, addresses and photos of the prey; er' -Person. It was blocked but the black-market version should be making the rounds with respectable pervs and stalkers everywhere.There seems to be a sharp social divide between those who believe they have Right Of Privacy and those who think secure city living means that if you have a conversation while you are walking down an empty sidewalk, it is alright for the person…
Dead Poets SocietyDead Poets Society, DVD
DVD - 2006DVD, 2006
Added Aug 15, 2014
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Ha Ha , ''Bobbin' Williams'' - Yer HILARIOUS !!!!
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