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“Disconnect” a Heavy-Handed Look at Serious Problems
Apr 27th
“Heavy-Handed Look at Serious Problems”
“Hotshots” looks at a movie!
Disconnect has three separate, but connected stories about the serious problems that can be the result of today’s activities with the Internet, computers, and smart phones.
One of the stories ends in a tragedy.
The first story is about a lonely teenage boy who is tricked into thinking that he is communicating with a girl who is interested in him when in fact two other boys in his school are behind the deception.
The second story is about a television reporter who is researching a story about teenage runaways, but ends up interviewing a teenager who performs on an Internet porn site.
And the third story is about a couple who are having marital problems to begin with, and then they discover that they are the victims of identity theft, and all of their credit cards are maxed out.
Some of the characters are connected to only one story, some of the characters are connected to two stories, and at least one of the characters is connected to all three stories.
So, in essence, the three stories are disjointed, but interconnected.
And a key point in solving one of the mysteries in one of the stories is when a character texts, “We didn’t mean for this to happen.”
The only actors of note in the movie are Jason Bateman, wearing an uncharacteristic beard, and Hope Davis, who plays his wife.
Now, although an ad for the movie claims that one critic calls it “The Best Film of the Year,” you might think differently when you see how the serious subjects of the film are handled.
In other words, the filmmakers would have done well to have remembered “A little discretion goes a long way.”
Also, be aware that the movie contains nudity and violence, but neither one is exploited.
However, the movie does point out how extensive social media is being used in today’s society, how it can get out of hand, and how destructive some of those results can be to innocent, unsuspecting victims.
Although the movie does single out one person as being a villain in the circumstances making up one of the stories, most of the characters are victims of the situations, either because of intent or accident.
Disconnect is a heavy-handed look at serious problems that can lead to coincidental, interesting, and devastating results.
I’m Dan Culberson and this is “Hotshots.”
Honda Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Mar 25th
We check out the new Honda cars on the Denver Auto Show floor, the Honda Accord, Honda Fit and Honda Pilot.
2013 Honda Accord – The All new Ninth Generation Honda Accord offers a new direct inject Earth Dreams engine in standard, automatic and hybrid powertrains,. It’s less bulky in styling and has improved interior features like HondaLink for connecting on the road with your smart phone and favorite social media accounts. Generation after generation the Honda Accord has offered its buyers reliable transportation with the added lilt of fun-to-drive attributes missing from other midsize cars. This new-gen Accord evolves that theme with two fuel-efficient gasoline engines, both four-door and two-door body styles, plus innovative features like a side-view camera that supplements the passenger-side mirror.
Honda Fit – With our countless technological innovations and legendary, race-inspired engines, Honda has always roared ahead of the curve. The Honda Fit has always been known for its nimble handling and comes in 5 door or 100% EV electric models.
Honda Pilot – The 2013 Pilot has a stylish, upscale look, both inside and out. The interior layout is comfortable and easy to use, while the exterior design will complement any driveway. Innovative features inside make for plenty of good times. And the large interior, fold-flat seats and multiple storage bins provide exceptional utility for this powerful performer.
Smart Car Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Mar 24th
Discover a car that has been perfectly designed for your everyday life. A car that offers maximum comfort, agility, safety, ecology and driving fun. A pioneering vehicle concept that is one of the best with its low CO2 emission figures. With the 2013 Smart Car, a little extra goes a long way. It’s sporty, fun and, most importantly, you can load it up with extras.