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Mars Attacks! in 3D (Never Released)

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  I've recently been adding to my Blu-ray collection and picked up the 8-disc set of Tim Burton's Film Collection, which includes Mars Attacks! (1996). Originally shot on 35mm film using Panavision Panaflex Platinum and Panaflex DII cameras, paired with Primo Anamorphic lenses. The Blu-ray released in High Definition 1080p with the VC-1 codec, accurately framed at 2.40:1. A few of Burton's films have received a 3D conversion treatment, but Mars Attacks! has only ever been released in 2D. So how'd I watch this movie in 3D? (Keep reading!) Audio is presented in DTS-HD Master Audio English 5.1, with additional Dolby Digital 5.1 tracks in French, German, Italian, and Castellano, plus Dolby Stereo 2.0 in Czech and Thai. The 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio mix is dominated by the front soundstage, with slight support from the rear surround channels for occasional ambient and directional effects. The soundtrack/sound design specifically of Mars Attacks! was amazing! It had depth and p...
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Physical Media Matters - NEW Age of Cinema Collection and Preservation

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The Case for Physical Media: Own What You Love Streaming killed the video store. But it might have also killed something more important; the idea of ownership . I'm going to make a prediction: physical media is about to have its moment. Not just as a nostalgia trip, but as a legitimate collecting culture, similar to the way vinyl records came roaring back, the way film photography never really died. For cinephiles and film enthusiasts who care about how they experience cinema, not just what they watch, physical media isn't a step backward. It's the smartest move you can make. (Please don't watch Intersellar on your phone!)         You Don't Own Your Streaming Library Let's be honest about what streaming is. You're not buying films. You're paying a monthly subscription for access to a library that the platform curates, rotates, and ultimately controls. Your favorite movie is there today and gone next month. No warning, no refund, no say in the matter. I...
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Sony's Top 100 Retro Games

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The Official PlayStation Magazine's  Top 100 MUST PLAY Games: PS1, PS2, and PSP.    ( published in January 2006,  page 135) 1995 Jumping Flash! PS1 Raiden Project PS1 Ridge Racer PS1 Wipeout PS1 1996 Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain PS1 Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo PS1 Twisted Metal 2 PS1 1997 Bushido Blade PS1 Castlevania: Symphony of the Night PS1 Colony Wars PS1 Final Fantasy VII PS1 PaRappa the Rapper PS1 Rage Racer PS1 Resident Evil 2 PS1 Soul Blade PS1 Tomb Raider II PS1 1998 Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped PS1 Final Fantasy Tactics PS1 Gran Turismo PS1 Hot Shots Golf PS1 Klonoa PS1 Metal Gear Solid PS1 Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus PS1 Spyro the Dragon PS1 Suikoden II PS1 Tenchu: Stealth Assassins PS1 Tomba! PS1 Xenogears PS1 1999 Ape Escape PS1 Crash Team Racing PS1 Medal of Honor PS1 R-Type Delta PS1 Silent Hill PS1 Street Fighter Alpha 3 PS1 Syphon Filter PS1 2000 Chrono Cross PS1 Persona 2: Eternal Punishment PS1 Rayman 2: The Great Escape ...
Location: United States
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Anamorphic Lens for Pro Mobile Cinema

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   Moment 1.33x Anamorphic Lens with Gold Flare ->  BUY HERE  <- A cinematic attachment for your smartphone that  optically squeezes  the image horizontally by  1.33× , letting you capture a much  wider field of view  and produce true cinema-style footage without cropping. 📸 Key Visual Effects Cinematic Aspect Ratio:  Delivers a  2.40:1 (21:9)  widescreen look for video when de-squeezed — the classic “movie” format.  Gold Flare Effect:  Produces warm, golden horizontal light streaks ( lens flares ) from bright sources — less sci-fi than blue flares and more analog/vintage in vibe. Oval Bokeh & Mood:  Adds a distinctive cinematic background blur and moodiness to footage.  📱 Performance & Compatibility Wider Aperture:  ~20% wider than Moment’s older M-Series, letting more light in with less edge distortion.  High-Quality Optics:  Larger, hand-polished glass with aerospace-grade m...
Location: Johnson Lake, NE 68937, USA
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Slow Demise or Heroic Recovery

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I need to get these thoughts out of my head. Sometimes it's easier to write it out than to work up the confidence to share them in a video. Send me a prayer. Some positive energy. A virtual huge. Hope you all have a happy holiday with those you love this season.  Current Stress/Challenges 1) My 88 year old grandpa's mental health is slowly declining from dementia in a nursing home where he's alone most of the day.  2) My dad's cancer bloodwork came back worse... and he's dragging his feet on treatments.  3) I have new health issues that are reoccurring in addition to the usual autoimmune issues I've faced the past 6 years.  4) My rent is increasing 5) I'm sacrificing all I can to get my wife and child out of a country that's beginning war. The CR-1 and CR-2 visa can take over a year and has it's own costs/fees. Pros/Gratitude 1) My wife and daughter are away from the major conflict areas and should be safe.  2) I'm able to keep myself and my ca...
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Best Gaming Controller Under $50

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 The Best Gaming Controller EVER The most compatible gaming controller under $50 is the Gamesir X5s . It connects via Bluetooth or USB-C, and with devices such as PC, android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch!  The GameSir X5s is one of the most versatile and affordable gaming controllers you can buy right now! (or ever) — especially if you want something that works on every device! Protective case included with button tweezers to easily swap button layout! The GameSir X5s connects to: 🎮 Mobile devices (Android + iOS) via Bluetooth 💻 PC (wired or wireless) 📱 Cloud gaming platforms 🎮 Nintendo Switch (Bluetooth compatible) Whether you're into mobile gaming, emulators, PC gaming, or the Nintendo Switch, this controller delivers impressive compatibility, responsive buttons, and great build quality for the price. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly controller that can replace multiple devices, the GameSir X5s is hard to beat.
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Regenerative Thyroid Research

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Hope for Regenerative Thyroid Treatment?           In the lab (animal models and preclinical human-cell work) researchers have made functional thyroid tissue and transplantable “ organoids ,” and there’s active tissue-engineering and immunotherapy research aimed at keeping a person’s own thyroid or restoring its function. But clinical (human) thyroid transplants are not yet a routine treatment — most work so far is preclinical and faces important hurdles ( autoimmunity , long-term survival, safety, regulatory testing ).  Below is a concise, plain-English summary of the most promising research directions and the current limitations. What researchers are trying now (promising lines) 1. Stem-cell derived thyroid follicles / organoids Labs can convert embryonic or induced pluripotent stem cells into thyroid-follicle cells (usually by inducing thyroid transcription factors such as NKX2-1 and PAX8 ), grow 3-D follicles that produce thyroid hormone , ...
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