No, seriously. Someone's shooting the famous tale of the 47 Ronin, and they're making a character played by Keanu Reeves the star. And more apparently it's going to be a 'fantasy adventure film'. Because the actual historical event didn't have enough drama or conflict in it to hold people's attention.

Here's some proof:

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And:

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I just learned that there was a recent musical sponsored by the Hub/Hasbro up in Calgary, complete with costumes of the main characters from the show.

"Great!" I figured. "After all, if fans can do this..."


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I was just cruising "Mugging the Monster" on Tv Tropes and found this amusing entry. In Oz, two robbers with machetes decide to rob the local sports club. What could possibly go wrong -- aside from learning that the local biker gang is there in force and all 50 members decide to teach the hoods a lesson?

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Just dropped by the local Borders and found this little gem on the shelves: Freak Nation: Outrageous American SubculturesSo of course, I had take a look and see what they said about furry-dom ( Read more... )

This is a story that should resonate with some of the people I know here. And I’m kinda surprised that I remember Dad telling it. Be warned: some of this may be offensive in an un-PC way ( Read more... )

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There are times, here in LJ-land, when I wish to respond to someone's incredibly obnoxious commentary. I've seen two examples of it already within half an hour here on my Friend-list (never mind who); the fact that it was done in that phony polite passive-aggressive weasel voice is just worse ( Read more... )

I have no words.

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This film is for everyone who thought that Mega-Shark versus Giant Octopus was too scientifically rigorous to be entertaining.

Take a look at this little gizmo being sold for $49.99

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va2Ydlf2cqc

It's a jump rope. Without the rope. For people too uncoordinated to jump rope. That costs fifty dollars. And is selling.

*Retreats into corner and starts gibbering*