Have you seen 'The Truman Show'?

"Hi honey. Look at this. It's a 'Chef's-Mate'. Dicer, slicer and peeler in one. Never needs sharpening. Dishwasher safe."

You know the whole 'strike-thru' thing was beginning to bore me. Yes they handled it badly, but child porn is a serious issue, and they've tried to address the problems. It's not ideal, but we are talking about very delicate, complicated stuff here.

But... then I saw this. (Diet Pepsi MAX has created some special stuff just for LJ in the hopes that you'll want to try their new drink that has zero calories, ginseng and extra caffeine. The HELL? My response here)

I mean I knew they'd sold out, but this is just... *boggles* Actually, you know what it is? It's a Trojan horse. And the really galling thing is that they're showing it off saying 'Oh look at the cute horsey!' We all know what's inside. Why is there no mood for 'insulted'? (Yes I know I can write it in the little box beside the mood, it just occurred to me that it should come as standard...)

I have children to get up (as in - force to get dressed), so I'll end with another quote from 'The Truman Show'. If you have never seen this film, then get it - *today*! It is brilliant on multiple levels, and right now? It provides some kickass references. (Yes we bought the script!)

INTERVIEWER: And since the show runs 24 hours a day with no commercial breaks the staggering profits are all generated from product placement.
CHRISTOF: Yes, everything you see on the show is for sale - from the actor's wardrobe, food products, to the very homes they live in--
INTERVIEWER: All products carefully chosen and tested by you for quality and aesthetic value.
CHRISTOF: There's nothing on the show I don't use myself.
INTERVIEWER: And it's all available in the 'Truman Show' catalogue. Operators are standing by.

ETA: And here we were, thinking that their April 1st post was a joke...

Have you seen 'The Truman Show'?

"Hi honey. Look at this. It's a 'Chef's-Mate'. Dicer, slicer and peeler in one. Never needs sharpening. Dishwasher safe."

You know the whole 'strike-thru' thing was beginning to bore me. Yes they handled it badly, but child porn is a serious issue, and they've tried to address the problems. It's not ideal, but we are talking about very delicate, complicated stuff here.

But... then I saw this. (Diet Pepsi MAX has created some special stuff just for LJ in the hopes that you'll want to try their new drink that has zero calories, ginseng and extra caffeine. The HELL? My response here)

I mean I knew they'd sold out, but this is just... *boggles* Actually, you know what it is? It's a Trojan horse. And the really galling thing is that they're showing it off saying 'Oh look at the cute horsey!' We all know what's inside. Why is there no mood for 'insulted'? (Yes I know I can write it in the little box beside the mood, it just occurred to me that it should come as standard...)

I have children to get up (as in - force to get dressed), so I'll end with another quote from 'The Truman Show'. If you have never seen this film, then get it - *today*! It is brilliant on multiple levels, and right now? It provides some kickass references. (Yes we bought the script!)

INTERVIEWER: And since the show runs 24 hours a day with no commercial breaks the staggering profits are all generated from product placement.
CHRISTOF: Yes, everything you see on the show is for sale - from the actor's wardrobe, food products, to the very homes they live in--
INTERVIEWER: All products carefully chosen and tested by you for quality and aesthetic value.
CHRISTOF: There's nothing on the show I don't use myself.
INTERVIEWER: And it's all available in the 'Truman Show' catalogue. Operators are standing by.

ETA: And here we were, thinking that their April 1st post was a joke...

Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude!

There is not enough squee in the world to express my joy over 'Shadow Puppets 3'. A total delight from first to last page. There will be fawning as soon as I have some time...

(Perfect timing! Perfect! *hugs to shapinglight*)

ETA: Also I *need* an icon of this! ( spoiler below cut )

Yes I am crushing on a puppet. Shut up. He's hot - end of story.

Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude!

There is not enough squee in the world to express my joy over 'Shadow Puppets 3'. A total delight from first to last page. There will be fawning as soon as I have some time...

(Perfect timing! Perfect! *hugs to shapinglight*)

ETA: Also I *need* an icon of this! ( spoiler below cut )

Yes I am crushing on a puppet. Shut up. He's hot - end of story.

A few things...

Sorry about the spamming today. But - I need to wish jenjojen a Very Happy Birthday! Hope you have a great day and that the coming year turns out wonderful. *hugs*

And a couple of recs:

Just before I left for my holiday stormwreath posted an excellent Spike vid: Boy from the Mouth of Hell. Also check out his commentary. :)

And then when I came back I found nastally's Space Dementia: the ultimate Doctor/Master music video epic! Just... wow. And I want to watch old Who so, so badly. (Spoilers for end of S3, obviously.)

(Oh and I updated my own Who fic a few days ago, if anyone's interested? *hides*)

Eeeek! I need to run. My family will be cross again.

A few things...

Sorry about the spamming today. But - I need to wish jenjojen a Very Happy Birthday! Hope you have a great day and that the coming year turns out wonderful. *hugs*

And a couple of recs:

Just before I left for my holiday stormwreath posted an excellent Spike vid: Boy from the Mouth of Hell. Also check out his commentary. :)

And then when I came back I found nastally's Space Dementia: the ultimate Doctor/Master music video epic! Just... wow. And I want to watch old Who so, so badly. (Spoilers for end of S3, obviously.)

(Oh and I updated my own Who fic a few days ago, if anyone's interested? *hides*)

Eeeek! I need to run. My family will be cross again.