Chris Jones

Upon my most recent viewing of Episode V, The Empire Strikes Back, a chronology of otherwise random blasts of insight… Watched this one in widescreen format; it was ineffably better. I was even able to read the exposition at the beginning. One problem, Read More...

"No matter what you do, never, ever feed them after midnight," says the cover of the movie Gremlins. As far as I can calculate, this means one must feed his Mogwai at exactly the instant of midnight. Or, go ahead--name a time that isn't after midnight. Read More...

Over the weekend, I saw several highlight clips of NBA teams sporting "throwback" uniforms from the 70's and 80's. The problem is (in spite of the vintage color schemes, lettering, etc.) the way the uniforms fit the players; despite the throwback feel, Read More...

As I drove past a Steak 'n' Shake recently, I noticed three messages posted around the building for all to see. The first, "Famous for Steakburgers," made sense to me. The second said, "Genuine Chili," and I do appreciate that, considering all the times Read More...

I’ve got a bad feeling about this.* In an attempt to be ready for May’s impending Star Wars “finale,” I decided to watch all five heretofore released movies (in order). I was recently able to watch Episode IV, A New Hope, Star Wars, what have you. These Read More...