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Check this L33T gaming monster! i7-4790! 16gb DDR3 500gb SSD/1TB HDD, and an XFX 580 4GB powered by an external power supply. In Blender, Cycles on the GPU render does well. Gaming is pretty poor. Like I can play D2, Borderland, CyberPunk 2077 (medium 1080 is about 30 FPS). They keyboard is my son's since he's taking lessons. I need a new computer. It chugs really hard doing Houdini sims or complex math like 3D After Effects work, Unreal, etc.

Oh no, we have no intention of selling. We know we could get more on the market, it's just nuts how the prices are sky rocketing.

It's getting nuts. We are getting calls from opendoor and other investors offering us double what we paid for our house...Sheesh.

Such a wonderful show. One of my favorite DVD box sets ever. I am of the same mind, don't try to remake it. Just let it brilliance burn forever.

Because there are always too many people trying to make a name for themselves. When trying to set up a "cinematic universe" you need a ROCK SOLID plan and great leadership, which Marvel has. Though for Marvel, we've become spoiled and we need more James Gunn and Taika Waititi than "boilerplate" superheroes. In the DC world, they don't have near the same level of control and execution and vision than the MCU has. I have no problem with a Dan Reeves Batman series, but it doesn't have to connect with the Justice League. Right now DC has Aquaman and Wonder Woman as it's two reasonably successful film franchises, and it could have something with The Batman. But none of that compares to the quality of Peacemaker. Since DC and WarnerBros don't have that level of strong, expansive leadership, they need to forget about the idea of the joint universes. Don't force it. If it can be organic, great. Honestly, I actually don't mind the Monarch thing in the Godzilla/King Kong franchise. I get that they need the human element, but the films are at their best when it comes down to the monsters instead of humans. Just work on making one good story at a time.

Balance is an important aspect of storytelling. In the case of the Avengers, they leaned into the fact they were a comic book brought to life so humor is expected. Also, a lot of the Marvel movies (not all), lean into the JOY of the story. The Batman did not. Everything was grimdark without even the slightest sign of hope. 90% of the movie happens in the rain for the love of pete! In previous Batman films, Bruce Wayne tended to be much more comedic. Robin was added for some youthful levity. In a story that centers around Bruce Wayne discovering who his father was, there were plenty of character who could have been much funnier. Sadly it was all lost for a meandering revenge/discovery story. One day, it might be fun to take a digital version of the film and cut it to pieces and re-edit it...But that will take a LONG TIME.

Man, I really wanted to like it. My students raved about it. I thought Robert Pattenson would be a cool change up for the Batman character. I had major issues with the second half of the film. It was was so boring! Laborious! Painful! I really liked the Riddler character and the themes about extremism. But there was exactly ZERO joy in the film. It was three hours of negative emotions. Also, Andy Serkis was criminally underserved. He's a fun actor, and they didn't use him enough to really push the heart of Bruce. That's not to say it was a waste of screen for me. The use of light and shadow was amazing. I loved so many of the shots. There were some great looking images created out of the film. Despite the whole batmobile "thing." When it punched through that concrete, that was a great looking shot. I really loved the production design on the film. At the end, the final reveal about Daddy Wayne felt so weak. There wasn't catharsis at all. I hope that Reeves learned something for his next film. I actually like Pattenson, and I think he's an interesting Bruce Wayne.

Honestly, I have no idea if Corral will live up to our expectations, but he's a Panther now so I'm hoping he's able to have a long and successful career for us. Simms has had a pretty good eye for QBs for the past few years. Again, I'm hoping so much that he plays well. I can't wait to see rookie camp in the next few days, and train camp after. It's going to be interesting to see how well they coaches are able to prep Corral as well as Darnold because that comparison is going to be what everyone is talking about.

As much love as I have for Cam Newton, even though he often puts his foot in his mouth when talking about women (that's generous, I'd love to see someone slap the poo out of him for what he said recently); I'm good if he moves on as a backup to a contender as he chases a ring. I love the energy, the fun, and the celebrations Cam brings, but I there's that old saying "you can't go home." Things change, and so have the Panthers. I wish him nothing but the best, and a little humbling. The Panthers need to find a new QB. Thanks for all the love and memories Cam, but we both need to move on from this relationship.

I don't think so because what are they trading to move up that high? Our 4th rounder is a comp pick, so it's right there at the end of the 4th. We'll have to start moving future draft assets and players. I'm not sure we're ready to pull that trigger unless someone wants to eat a big fat contract like Sam's or CMC's (who I am against trading). Nah, we made our bed with the trades for Sam and for the talented yet unproven CB. Let's try to actually keep next year's draft intact as much as possible. We can still find good value players in the 4-6 rounds this year due to the COVID push. While it's not fun as a fan, it's the right thing to do.

I was legit worried... Thank God I can sleep tonight!!!

Did this happen before the draft? Read as smokescreen!!! Right??? While we all can and should talk as much smack about Tepper and what he's done to the Panthers since he's insulated by his billions. The reality is Tepper is a way better business person that I will ever be. And if the team sucks and fans leave, he's going to make changes until it gets right. Rhule has to show real improvement this season, even with Sam as his QB1. It doesn't matter. All Tepper did was give some sound bites to the media. He's the same guy who bought the mansion of someone who pissed him off and razed it for him to build a mega palace over it. He's not sentimental. Tepper wants to win, and if the foundation doesn't play out, Rhule won't last the season.

I keep up with the news of it. It's interesting, but it's just like the XFL and AAF. Basically the same players and same level of play. It's entertaining, which is good for me! Will it last? Who knows? I know they are doing what they can to cut costs by playing in Birmingham this season. I'd love to see it be a place where NFL talent can develop and move up and down as necessary. Or even become it's own niche spring league.

How dare they not have my immediate investment! I'm a 21st Century Digital Boy! I have no time for patience! =P Really, I just very interested to see how the characters develop. I really dig most of the effects, but it gets really funny when they start running low on budget/time.

Man, that was my freshman year of college... But I always enjoyed Halo more. Cooler story/universe, and the shooting experience was lightyears better than Golden Eye. And warthogs

I guess a better question might be if BC has the ability/trajectory to be an elite LG? Or will he be a good enough tackle? If he's looks like he'll be the same value as an OT or OG, then I still think you pick the better OL. I don't think you can hurt yourself as much if you pick the best LT prospect at 6. If you WHIFF on a QB.... not only have you missed an elite LT, but you've also screwed up the QB position, again!

I will say that Star Trek stuff has been fun! Some better, some worse, but overall I've enjoyed it. We watch a fair amount of CBS shows, so it was just cheaper to get it, and I've found a few things I like on that as well.

What do you mean bad business decisions? Tepper's worth has increased by billions, right? He was at $12B when he bought, now valued at $16B? Sounds like lots of great decisions for himself. Team wise? Well...that poor horse has been beaten to death here...

I've been watching the new Halo series the past three weeks. Generally, I've enjoyed it. I look forward to each new episode to see this different story for Master Chief. I've seen a TON of complaints about the show online, and a lot of it centers around the deviation from Halo cannon in a lot of ways. As a fan of the games, but far from an expert, I'm not totally sure about some of the more esoteric complaints. Generally they almost all derive from seeing the Chief with his helmet off. I get that in a game, that's easy, but in a longer form media like a series, you need human characters to drive it forward. Master Chief had to become John. I know some folks won't like it, and that's fine. I'm enjoying the production values, the art, the characters, and the fact that while this is Halo, it's not xbox Halo. If that makes sense.

I don't see it as being a viable solution right now. Sure the Rock Hill stuff is going sideways, but then again Rock Hill wasn't ready to commit to a project that big and ambitious. But they will get things worked out sooner rather than later. Tepper knows that the area is ripe for making a ton of money. He'll get money from CharMeck for a new stadium. Moving a team is very expensive and a lot of communities see that the value add of bringing a new team in isn't as great as it has been in the past. Thanks cheaper 65" TVs. Right now, the NFL and Panthers are one of the most popular events in town. Moving out means starting over, and there's just not the market there was 10 years ago.

I enjoyed it. It was different. Oscar Issacs was very fun as a character, and you could tell that everyone was having fun with the entire production. I can't wait to see more of it. I'm not sure how the whole thing will look at the end of the show, but so far, I'm very interested.

Man, this reminds me of a dad group I was in (Dads of Destiny) were we'd all compare how many kids we have and time to play. I think one guy said he had 3,800 kids and enough time to hear the opening note of the title screen before he had to leave. Yes, we were a bunch of dad jokers I do love my quest markers in some games, it just makes it easier to experience to quality story content (like in the Witcher 3). From games are wonderful to me. I love playing, but I never make it far. Like I had a Dark Souls save where I go to the boss of undertown, died a few times, played something else and never came back... I tried once and got confused I'll pick up Elden Ring this summer when I have more time to die repeatedly until I get good or get smart.

It's an interesting listen, that's for sure. What does it mean overall? Everyone has their warts and the things they do well. Who will we pick? No idea.

What a sick, sad man Urban is. Feel for his family. It's just so crazy to read what the players and coaches said. How can you work with or for someone like that? How does he keep getting jobs? Ugh. Hopefully that's the end. But I know it's not.

I finally saw the movie this weekend. While it had a few moments that drug along, this was one of the better Marvel Movies to me. While a bit meandering, the plot was satisfying because it was about Peter taking responsibility for his actions instead of playing it all off as "I'm just a kid." I will say he and Zendaya have crazy chemistry - go figure they are dating. Though you could have cut Ned and nothing would have really changed. The spectacle was great, though I was watching on my TV in a dark room. My main issue with most superhero action sequences is the lack of mass that everything has. Sure, you can have superhuman strength, but when it is so broken with world physics. I have a hard time with that. Like, even Pacific Rim made is feel somewhat based on reality when the mech walked through water - though they could never work underwater due to the density and stuff. Long story short, it just kind of broke my expectations too much. The biggest thing for me is the circular story arc - I really loved that. We saw Peter make a TON of mistakes that cost him. We saw the consequences of his actions from a social/legal situation which was nice. Sure, a lot of it was window dressing, but on the flip side, the losses he faced were profound. I did love the Spider-Bros, and Andrew Garfield was a total scene stealer. I will have to go watch his movies and see what the heck happened there. But coming back to where it started and Peter having to give it all up for the sake of those he loved was a great moment for me. Sure some might say that is was too cookie cutter, but that would only have been if MJ has magically remembered him. The fact that he was completely alone again was actually really refreshing. Not so much a happy ending. Now the franchise is free to go wherever. To introduce a different spider man. Heck, to bring in Venom (mid-credit scene was hilarious). A new chapter awaits for Spider Man, and that's only a good thing.