Colbert's decision reminded me of 'Man Of The Year' with Robin Williams. Of the two, Robin would be my choice for president. BTW, this is a must see movie.

Now, I am hardly a political scholar. And I am well versed in how the system works. But, just like a car, you should have to be a mechanic to make it work.

No, I am not the best driver or the most experienced. So, just like the car, I will leave professional driving to Jeff Gordon. Like wise, this goes for my politics too.

SC Dems Say No to Stephen Colbert
 
Nov 2, 1:07 PM (ET)

By JIM DAVENPORT

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina Democrats squashed Stephen Colbert's fanciful White House bid on Thursday.

Colbert, who poses as a conservative talk-show host on the Comedy Central cable network, filed to get on the ballot as a Democratic candidate in his native South Carolina. His campaign paid a $2,500 filing fee just before the noon deadline, said state Democratic Party Chairwoman Carol Fowler.

However, after about 40 minutes of discussion by top party officials, the executive council voted 13-3 to keep the host of "The Colbert Report" off the ballot.

"He's really trying to use South Carolina Democrats as suckers so he can further a comedy routine," said Waring Howe, a member of the executive council. And Colbert "serves to detract from the serious candidates on the ballot."
 
But state Rep. Gilda Cobb-Hunter told the committee Colbert could showcase the state "in a way that none of the other candidates on the ballot have been able to do."

"I think you're taking this a little too seriously," she said.

When Colbert announced his candidacy on his show last month, he said he would run only in this key primary state. He said then he planned to run as a Democrat and a Republican - so he could lose twice.

The GOP filing fee is $35,000; the deadline was Thursday night.

Democrats say he will get his $2,500 back.

http://www.comedycentral.com/

Yes, I think the democrats were taking themselves too serious. Life is short, have fun with it. Colbert would of gotten protest votes. Votes that would likely have not been cast at all.

My second issue is the costly filing fees. At $35K, the republicans prove me right. They are a private club of money. Much likeold time plantation owners.

The democrats are only moderately better. Atleast They are opening the door to a select few. Those of suitable social standing, much like a country club.

You guessed it, I am not a fan of either group. Both are living an alternate reality. Where the real world is their checker board and we are their checkers.

Frankly, I am tired of their of games. God did not place me here for their amusement. This indy will play, but only if they change the game.

- Paul

Well, we survived Halloween. Now we have to face Thanksgiving. Can you hear that pumpkin pie calling?

Howdy Adventureland Friends:

Some of you may not have gotten your newsletter last week. Zinester has a new filter that identifies this as SPAM. With that in mind, I may go shopping for yet another mailing list host.

November 2 is National Deviled Egg Day. So I want to share with my tips and tricks. Swap classic mustard with spicey mustard or honey mustard. Sometimes I add cream cheese or even tuna. All are tastey options.

Our first birthday greetings for this month go to Christina on November 3. She shares this special day with Charles Bronson (1921), Ken Berry (1933), Roseanne Barr (1952) and Kate Capshaw (1953).
 
My mom's birthday is November 8. Jaque shares this special day with Bram Stoker (1847), Margaret Mitchell (1900), Esther Rolle (1933), Leif Garrett (1961) and Courtney Thorne-Smith (196 . 
 
Not much has changed this week. Look for leftover candy ideas. We also have our first Christmas Gift Idea -- a $400 film school on DVD.My Shining Star is the late and great River Phoenix.   
  
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'SAW IV' CUTS-OFF THE COMPETITION
 
Lionsgate's "Saw IV" led the weekend box office with $32.1 million, maintaining the horror franchise's position as a Halloween perennial, according to studio estimates.

Debuting at No. 2 was Disney's "Dan in Real Life," a romance starring Steve Carell, Juliette Binoche and Dane Cook that took in $12.1 million.

Overall Hollywood revenues declined for the sixth-straight weekend. The top-12 movies took in $86.1 million, down 2%, better results than the previous weeks, when business had fallen significantly more.

The results for "Saw IV" were on par with "Saw III," which pulled in $33.6 million over the same weekend last year. Since the original low-budget "Saw" became an out-of-nowhere fright sensation in 2004, Lionsgate has released a new chapter each October, all hits.
 
"I would expect to see 'Saw V' next year, 'Saw VI' the year after that and 'Saw VII' the following year if they can keep it up," said Paul Dergarabedian of Media By Numbers. "There's just something inherently gruesome and compelling about these movies. I don't know what that says about society in general, but it certainly works at the box office."

"Saw IV" features post-mortem horrors concocted by the fiendish killer Jigsaw, whose autopsy turns up a cassette tape in his entrails that leads the cops into a new snare of torture puzzles he left behind.

"Dan in Real Life" was the prime choice for the date crowd. The movie stars Carell as a widower raising 3 daughters who falls for his brother's new girlfriend during a family reunion.

In narrower release, Roadside Attractions' "Bella" opened solidly with $1.3 million. The film stars Eduardo Verastegui as a former soccer player who hooks up with a pregnant waitress (Tammy Blanchard).

Thinkfilm's "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead," directed by Sidney Lumet, opened in limited release at 2 New York theaters with $73,500. The film, which expands into nationwide release through November, stars Philip Seymour Hoffman and Ethan Hawke as brothers who plot to rob their parents' jewelry store.

Sony Pictures Classics' "Jimmy Carter: Man From Plains," had a poor debut, taking in just $10,573 at 7 theaters. The film from director Jonathan Demme follows the former president during a tour to promote his book "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid."

Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Media By Numbers LLC.

01) "Saw IV" @ $32.1 million.

02) "Dan in Real Life" @ $12.1 million.

03) "30 Days of Night" @ $6.7 million.

04) "The Game Plan" @ $6.3 million.

05) "Why Did I Get Married?" @ $5.7 million.

06) "Michael Clayton" @ $5 million.

07) "Gone Baby Gone" @ $3.9 million.

0 "The Comebacks" @ $3.45 million.

09) "We Own the Night" @ $3.4 million.

10) "The Nightmare Before Christmas" @ $3.35 million.

http://www.boxofficemojo.com/weekend/chart/
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SAW IV

Jigsaw and his apprentice Amanda are dead. Upon the news of Detective Kerry's murder, 2 seasoned FBI profilers, Agent Strahm and Agent Perez, arrive at the depleted police precinct and help veteran Detective Hoffman sift through Jigsaw's latest grizzly game and piece together the puzzle.

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November 9, 2007

CHRISTMAS IN WONDERLAND

Three kids and their dad go Christmas shopping at a mall, find counterfeit cash, help grab the crooks, and discover Santa is real.

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November 16, 2007

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A montage of stories about U.S. soldiers fighting in the Iraq conflict, focusing on the modern forms of media covering the war.

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RIVER JUDE PHOENIX

Original: River Bottom
Birth:   Aug. 23, 1970 (Madras, Oregon)
Death:   Oct. 31, 1993 (Hollywood, California)
 
Though strikingly handsome, River Phoenix largely eschewed typical teen idol roles. He generally opted for parts conveying his intelligence and sensitivity. The product of a nomadic family (parents worked as migrant farmers and Christian missionaries). He won talent contests in the late 1970s and made his TV debut in "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" (1982-83). He made his feature film debut in "Explorers" (1985). A talented musician, Phoenix formed rock band Aleka's Attic with sister Rain. He sang and played guitar in
"The Thing Called Love" (1993). His final credit was
"Silent Tongue" (1993). Before his untimely death on Halloween night 1993, he was set to do "Interview with the Vampire". He nearly completed "Dark Blood."

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CHURCH BULLETIN MESSAGES

Pastor is on vacation. Massages can be given to the church secretary. 

The ladies of the church have cast-off clothing of every kind and they may be seen in the church basement Friday. 

Don't let worry kill you. Let the Church help. 

The associate minister unveiled the church's new campaign slogan last Sunday: "I upped my pledge - now up yours." 

Weight Watchers will meet at 7 P.M. at the First Presbyterian Church. Please use the large double doors at the side entrance. 

The senior choir invites any member of the congregation who enjoys sinning to join the choir. 

AT the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be "What is Hell"? Come early and listen to the choir practice. 

Irving Beltson and Jessie were married on October 24 in the church. So ends a friendship that began in their school days. 

The Ladies Bible Study will be held Tuesday morning at 10. All ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall after the B.S.

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SHATNER NOT ABOARD 4 'STAR TREK'

The original Capt. Kirk won't get to boldly go anywhere with old pal Spock in the new "Star Trek" movie. While Leonard Nimoy is reprising his role, William Shatner is not on board as Kirk. Abrams had once said Shatner probably would have a part in the film. But Shatner said he had a couple of meetings with Abrams, but nothing came of it.
 
SCRANTON HOSTS 'OFFICE' PARTY

         
 
Ed Helms of "The Office" said he felt like one of the Beatles - "We're the Beatles in Scranton" were his precise words - when thousands of fans celebrated their favorite TV show. More than 3,000 tickets were sold for the inaugural "Office Convention." Several cast members made appearances.
 
http://www.theofficeconvention.com/

FROZEN PIZZAS RECALLED

General Mills on Thursday recalled 5 million frozen pizzas under the Totino's and Jeno's labels because of possible E. coli contamination. The problem may have come from a General Mills plant in Ohio. It said the pepperoni came from a separate supplier, but it declined to release the name of the distributor.

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Newly engaged Ben and Sadie plan to live happily ever after. The problem is Sadie's family church is run by Reverend Frank, who won't bless their union until they pass his "foolproof" marriage-prep course.

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"It's like Meet the Parents with Dr. Phil as the officiant from hell." -- Entertainment Weekly,
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DECK THE HALLS

Determined to unseat Steve's reign as the town's holiday season king, Buddy plasters his house with lights. When their wives and their kids bond, the men only escalate their rivalry­ and their decorating.

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"DON'T DUCK A BREAST EXAM" 

They have enlisted celebrities to sign and decorate
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R.I. MAN SUES BELUSHI OVER SUV

 
Jim Belushi is being sued by a man who accuses him of selling a used 2001 Land Rover that turned out to be a lemon. He claims the sport utility vehicle needed more than $6,000 in repairs - and demands Belushi pay.
"The claim is false and frivolous," Belushi's lawyer, Brian Wolf said. Wolf said a small claims court found Belushi did not owe Jan Lewandowski. Jan sent $11,500 to Belushi's representatives in California, then flew out to retrieve the SUV. On the way home, the Land Rover needed a fuel pump and still requires a water pump, radiator and other work totaling $5,000.

GARRISON SENTENCED 4 CRASH

 
Lane Garrison was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months in prison Wednesday for a drunken driving crash that killed a 17-year-old last December. "The public has the right to know that conduct such as this, causing devastation such as this" will have consequences, said Superior Court Judge Elden S. Fox. Garrison (27) could have received 7 years in prison. "I'm sick of my own behavior that night," Lane said. "This remorse is genuine. I feel it every day." Setian was in the 2001 Land Rover that Garrison crashed on Dec. 2.
 
'CAMELOT' STAR HAS DIED

       
 
Robert Goulet (73) died while he waited for a lung transplant. His Broadway debut in "Camelot" launched his career. He had pulmonary fibrosis. Vera Goulet, wife of 25 years, said he was in good spirits. Goulet also performed in movies ranging from "Gay Purr-ee" (1962) to "Naked Gun 2 1/2" (1991). The only son of French-Canadian parents was born in Lawrence, Mass. After his father died, his mother moved the family to Canada. His first 2 marriages ended in divorce. He had a daughter with first wife, Louise Longmore, and 2 sons with second wife, Carol Lawrence.

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APARTMENT CABLE COMPETITION
 
Federal regulators plan to throw out exclusive cable service contracts with apartment buildings and open up competition to phone companies. Under FCC Chairman Kevin Martin's proposal, cable companies would no longer have exclusive deals with apartment buildings to provide cable TV to building residents. Martin, who circulated the proposal among commissioners, said the proposal would be favorable to minorities because they represent a larger share of apartment dwellers.
Trade groups for the cable companies and building owners indicated they may challenge the ruling.

FCC APPROVES OF RULE CHANGE
 
Federal Communications Commission unanimously approved a rule banning exclusive agreements that cable operators have with apartments. The rule prohibitS cable companies from enforcing existing exclusive contracts and allows telecommunications companies to offer video services along with Internet access and phone service. The cable industry, which said it is unlawful for the government to invalidate their contracts, said these deals provide better pricing and service.

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UNIONS SUPPORT WRITERS
 
Major Hollywood unions were lining up behind writers as contract talks resumed. Teamsters union told its members they can honor picket lines. Teamsters Local 399 said it has an obligation to honor its contracts but individuals are protected by federal law. Screen Actors Guild also voiced support, but said members had to report to work. Negotiations between Writers Guild of America and The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers adjourned without a deal. A key issue involves giving writers more money from the sale of DVDs and the distribution of shows via digital
platforms. A strike would not immediately impact TV or film production. Most shows have scripts in hand.

CONTRACT TALKS BREAK OFF
 
Writers and producers reached a cliffhanger. Their contract expired Wednesday and both sides say they are far apart on key issues. Writers are seeking DVD and digital revenue. Writers also want to be for creating content for the Internet. "The magnitude of that proposal alone is blocking us from making any further progress," J. Nicholas Counter, president of Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The issue is key because actors are expected to fight for a larger share of DVD and digital revenue when their contract expires. If writers do strike, the first casualty would likely be late-night talk shows.

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Child advocates urge parents not to buy "Manhunt 2." The title went on sale Wednesday - Halloween - rated
"mature" for people 17 and up, for about $28. In the first-person fantasy, the players take on the role of an insane asylum escapee. Made for Nintendo & Sony, the game has sparked controversy. "It's disgusting," said James Steyer of Common Sense Media, a nonprofit group that advises parents about television, movies, Internet sites and video games. "It's so violent, it struck me personally as pornographic violence." He was talking about a free version on the Internet.
 
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October 24, 1969 - Richard Burton bought his wife Elizabeth Taylor a 69-carat Cartier diamond ring for $1.5 million. He presented the ring a few days later.

October 26, 1995 - Alec Baldwin got into a fight with a paparazzi when he and wife Kim Bassinger were bringing their first baby home from the hospital.

October 27, 1954 - Marilyn Monrow and Joe DiMaggio were divorced. They had married on January 14, 1954.

October 29, 1998 - James Orr was sentenced to 3 years probation and 100 hours community service for a fight with Farrah Fawcett.

October 31, 1993 - River Phoenix died at age 23 after collapsing outside The Viper Room in Hollywood.
      
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Now for a couple of updates. Patsy @ Pakadeva's Freebees is doing very well in college. Di of A Digital Romance fame is on the mend after having surgery. Good Luck & Best Wishes friends!

I hope you had a Happy Halloween. My nephew dressed as a wild west sheriff with a stuffed horse. For me, I stayed home and watch "The Blair Witch Project" and "Cures Of The Blair Witch."  

Rewind,
Paul @ Reel 2 Reel

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Thank you for reading Reel 2 Reel and see you next week. Feel free to comment about this issue here. 

- Paul

What is it with all of the recent recalls? It seems that something is being recalled all of the time. Even the safety of our medicines is being questioned now.

Frozen pizzas recalled due to E. coli

The Associated Press 6:51 p.m. ET, Nov. 1, 2007

MINNEAPOLIS - General Mills on Thursday recalled about 5 million frozen pizzas sold nationwide under the Totino's and Jeno's labels because of possible E. coli contamination.

The problem may have come from pepperoni on pizzas produced at a General Mills plant in Ohio, the suburban Minneapolis-based company said. It said the pepperoni itself came from a separate supplier, not produced at the plant itself, but it declined to release the name of the pepperoni distributor.

The voluntary recall covers pizzas containing pepperoni that have been produced since July, when the first of 21 E. coli illnesses under investigation by state and federal authorities emerged.

Nine of the 21 people reported eating Totino's or Jeno's pizza with pepperoni topping at some point before becoming ill. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that eight of the victims have been hospitalized, and four have developed a type of kidney failure.

Eight of the cases were reported in Tennessee, with the other cases found in smaller numbers in Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Wisconsin and South Dakota.

"We took action on that basis as a precaution, because of the possibility that a link might exist," said General Mills spokesman Tom Forsythe. "However, to date we have found no E. coli in our plant, and we have found no E. coli in our products."

General Mills said it is cooperating fully with the investigation, which is continuing. The company said it is not naming the pepperoni supplier because the source of the E. coli is still under investigation.

The company asks consumers to throw away recalled pizzas. They can get replacements by clipping the bar code from the box and mailing it with their name and address to Totino's/Jeno's, P.O. Box 200 _ Pizza, Minneapolis, MN 55440-0200.

Symptoms of E. coli can include stomach cramps and diarrhea. People typically are ill for two to five days but can develop complications including kidney failure.

In late September, the Topps Meat Co. recalled 21.7 million pounds of frozen hamburger patties after 40 people in eight states got sick from contaminated beef believed to have been imported from Canada. The New Jersey-based company shut down several days later. General Mills on Thursday recalled about 5 million frozen pizzas sold nationwide under the Totino's and Jeno's labels because of possible E. coli contamination.

Our legislature needs to address this issue. More $$ for inspectors and mandated recall insurance would be good places to start.

As for automotive and toy recalls. This comes down to corporate greed. They are only interested in one thing -- being the first to get their products to market. 

- Paul