Alan Taylor
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Terminator Genisys
- I was not at all invested in any of the characters (nor did I find the villain even mildly intimidating), despite the fact that they were introduced over thirty years ago in one of my favorite movies. The great J.K. Simmons gives the only enjoyable performance, and it’s wasted on a throwaway character.
- I usually roll my eyes a bit at nostalgic, anti-CGI Luddites, but this is one of those films that completely validates their… See more →
The Pope vs. the Wind theatlantic.com/photo/2015/09/…
“…the Khasi people have instead used the trainable roots of rubber trees to ‘grow’ bridges over the region’s rivers.” theatlantic.com/infocus/2014/0…
The one thing Hurricane Sandy took from me was internet access, so I’m only now seeing photos of the wreckage. So sad. theatlantic.com/infocus/2012/1…
The Ruins of Villa Epecuen
There is something endlessly fascinating about seeing the aged and ruined remnants of a piece of civilization that existed in your lifetime.
DIY Weapons of the Libyan Rebels
Mad Max: Beyond Tripoli
The Big Picture creator moves on
As far as I can tell, In Focus doesn’t have its own RSS feed. C’mon!
As sad as I am for the flood victims, I appreciate the occasional staggering reminder that no matter what, nature wins. bit.ly/3gKRPo
Stories from Israel, Tanzania and Malaysia
The middle story about the Tanzanian albinos is fucking crazy.
Lest you think you live in a modern world, be aware that people are making luck potions from murdered Tanzanian albinos. boston.com/bigpicture/2009/07…