Boys

02/25/2012

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Dick
02/25/2012 8:19am

Best one yet. Enjoyed all of it. Great insight and observation. It's all offered free! Need to get more people aware of your,"This week in the culture."

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Diane
02/25/2012 10:17am

I like the juxtaposition of boys and girls in this piece---and the fact that you aren't afraid to take on 70's material, which seems to be tremendously overlooked these days in favor of the feel-good, all-about-me 80's. As you so aptly point out---we've still got a long way to go and these issues are a long way from being resolved (if they ever will be). The dilemma of being human among other human beings is bound up in our very DNA.

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Mark link
02/25/2012 3:37pm

Are you kidding me? I live for the 70s - so much happened in the arts! Thanks for watching, looking and thinking about "Boys" Diane, well, in the good way. Big kiss.

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Robin
02/25/2012 11:02am

Loved It! Sadly, so many of these issues still exist. Your voice needs to be heard....

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Mark link
02/25/2012 3:41pm

'Too true - but gay marriage IS change. It is important because people won't need to hide. I personally don't think they need to be
'married' but that is my issue (and another blog). The right to do so however is vital.'

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Craig Coffee
02/25/2012 11:20am

Wonderful - you led with my favorite quote from the movie!
And you are right for self hatred is still an issue that leads us to hate those most like us - very sad - I want to cry. Last time I watched the movie I did squirm so I agree it is far from passé.

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Mark link
02/25/2012 11:29am

Turning! Thank you Craig Coffee....nope, far far from passe. There is a lot of soul in it, even more truth. Harold is the ultimate but Emory is my favorite. xx.

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Mary
02/25/2012 1:15pm

Totally agree with Dick! The Times needs to hire you, Mark! Your "This week in the culture" is excellent and surpasses by a long shot most of what passes for cultural commentary in print media these days. Thoughtful with interesting connections and meaningful observations....Bravo!

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Mark link
02/25/2012 3:43pm

You two are wonderful to say so. I am only glad if they are fun and thought provoking to watch - that is an accomplishment, no? Thanks so much Mary!

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Mary
02/28/2012 5:17pm

It IS an accomplishment! Keep 'em coming!

Keely
02/26/2012 8:26am

I like your new foray into video! And you'll pulling in some of my favorite people...Meryl Streep and Bill Withers.

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Mark link
02/27/2012 4:05pm

I am mad at Meryl for stealing that Oscar this year - enough accolades already! Thanks for watching Keely.

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Mary
02/28/2012 5:37pm

Look at it this way, Mark: Meryl was the underdog. She had lost the previous 12 nominations, so she was overdue. Feel better? Sounds like you're suffering from "Streep-fatigue" (Meryl's own words)....

megan link
02/27/2012 7:08am

Best one yet Mark. Loved it. And I love Wendy! Always have.

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Mark link
02/27/2012 9:22am

Thanks hon! Fun to do.

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Patty
02/27/2012 8:52pm

Just catching up on these. So great. Keep 'em coming :)

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Mark link
02/27/2012 9:19pm

Thanks Patty.

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Janet
03/02/2012 9:43am

That was amazing, Mark. I really enjoyed it and loved your insight. And I know idea that Mr. Withers worked for Douglas. I worked in the McDonald-Douglas building in Long Beach. Keep them coming and apply at the Times! XOXO

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Ellen
03/11/2012 1:09am

What a trip to see clips from Boys in the Band. I'd forgotten all about it. I was crazy about it back then, and loved remembering it. it was groundbreaking and funny and such a welcome innovation. Thanks for reminding me and for celebrating it. Your blog is fabulous!

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