It has occurred to me that Philip Pullman is the Ayn Rand of young-adult fantasy.

Just so we're clear, coming from me, that is the exact opposite of the compliment. Though, if you want to behold the most unintentionally funny movie of all time, watch King Vidor's 1949 adaptation of The Fountainhead. Patricia Neal's performance is pure comedy gold ( Read more... )

Well, it's sunnyish out there, and it's 58˚F. We're supposed to reach 68˚F, then jump to a high of 82˚F tomorrow. At least I can see a little green from my window now ( Read more... )