slikmar

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Spoiled for arachnophobia. 
 
 

I could rationalize responses to those points, but it isn't worth the effort, because it still wasn't well executed. My biggest problem with Superman Returns is that it was too reverential to the Donner films. It constantly echoed them instead of telling its own story, and was nearly devoid of the humor that had infused them.
 
Also, while Brandon Routh was very effective at channeling Chris Reeve's Clark Kent, IMHO he was too young and inexperienced to convey the nobility and conviction of Reeve's Superman. But when he returned to the role in a CW supers-show crossover a few years ago, he was far better at that part of it.
 
 

While I still revere Christopher Reeve as the quintessential Superman, I have to admit that Superman III and Superman IV were both terrible, terrible movies.

I dunno, to me that looks like out front of the Outback.

Pro tip: If you really need a nap but your kids are home and making too much noise, tell them "Wake me up in 30 minutes so we can clean the house."  They will literally do anything to keep from waking you.

Eh, I can't defend Eternals. 
 
But if you don't like the general style of Fifth E then yeah it would have been a rough ride for you. (But you did miss some amazing performances.)

I wonder if Montgomery is being passed over because he doesn't have the on-field decision making experience.  Nevin's been a manager, IIRC.
 
It's not surprising, tho.  MVP-Past and MVP-Present, and under .500?  Angels have the 8th highest payroll in baseball, but with this losing streak, it's not that surprising.  But their injury list is loaded...and overloaded with pitchers.  2 starters went on the long-term DL...one's reported as having suffered a setback and had to shut down throwing.  The other is looking to avoid (back) surgery and hopes to return this season...suggesting he probably *won't*.  Those are from late May.  3 more starters are on it too;  a couple are listed as day-to-day now...but that, I believe, just says they're eligible to be taken off the injured list, not that they're close to coming back.  2 relievers look to be gone long-term as well.
 
Another factor this year is that Syndergaard is a free agent after this season.  Debatable what he'll get;  granted that he *can be* exceptional but the numbers show some notable declines, and he's already lost most of 2 different seasons from injuries.  Also, and worse:  Ohtani's contract goes to arbitration next year.  That's gonna mean another major chunk of cash.
 
Looking at the Angels team stats...on offense, they have no depth.  Matt Duffy's hitting, as a utility IF, but a lot of em are .220 and lower.  That's a factor in why they haven't been able to sustain the start, I suspect.  Maddon did well with the Rays because, IIRC, they had young, versatile rosters.  That's not the Angels.
 
 

Yeah, Fifth Element is great.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
"Anybody else wanna negotiate?"

"The real reason we can't have the 10 Commandments in a courthouse: you cannot post "thou shalt not steal", "thou shalt not commit adultery", and "thou shalt not lie", in a building full of lawyers, judges, and politicians.  It creates a hostile work environment."
- George Carlin

I think I've finally got this sports thing figured out. 
 

Artist: Freddy Fabris

Not quite Bingo for me, just missing one square here and there.