One of the channels recently (maybe AMC) had films "creepiest kids." Many selections to choose from including the boy from Pet Sematary..."I wanna play with yooooooou." I always did find him creepy.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
My bitchings at King (well his faults) aside, the dude has had quite many a decent movie based off (or more like "inspired off") his books. Including two, which people forget, that got nominated for the Best Picture Oscar.
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Yikes, I was way off. I never saw Green Mile but loved Shawshank and am glad that was acknowledged. Both movies I tend to forget are King's. I think Shawshank became even more popular when it hit video. I saw it on tv and don't even remember when it was on the theater to tell you the truth. Yet, it's one of those I'll usually tune into every time it's on and watch at least some of it.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"Shawshank" was an epic film, Tis. Maybe in the same class as "The Godfather."
Really. It's that good.
Strong praise indeed, PB. It's been a while since I watched "Shawshank". Can you explain more why it's such a good film?
"When the snows fall and the white winds blow, the lone wolf dies but the pack survives." Winter is Coming Now this is the Law of the Jungle—as old and as true as the sky; And the wolf that shall keep it may prosper, but the wolf that shall break it must die. As the creeper that girdles the tree-trunk, the Law runneth forward and back; For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.
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Ok, I couldn't resist. I liked the concept of the story, so I purchased King's 11-22-63. I'm not a regular book reader unless something sounds good. I got the hard cover at Walmart and thus far (I've read 300 pages of 849) I am really into it. I'm not even at any part about JFK, as there's another story it starts with that I found really fascinating. An added plus is the guy goes back to the fifties and the way King describes the era, people, stores, etc I can totally remember.
I'm babysitting today and brought the book with me. I hope it continues to fascinate.
TIS
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"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Just got back from vacation. I had downloaded King's new book onto my Kindle (so there, X! :p) before I left. The book is amazing. I could NOT put it down, especially as it headed towards the last stretch.
King is an incredible story teller. There was a nice visit back to the location and a few characters from "It", which caused a bit of a shiver down my spine (I've always thought "It" was his scariest book). Every character, from major to minor, is beautifully drawn, especially the main female character Sadie. If you're remotely interested in the events surrounding JFK's death, the book is a must.
I didn't think it was possible, but King was able to humanize Oswald. He didn't make him likable, but did make him human. The main character Jake is appropriately torn between his old life and his new, and he finds himself capable of much more than he ever thought possible.
Wonderful read that moved me to tears at times. Frank Dunhill may be the most poignant character ever written. Just wonderful job by King.
I am around page 600 and it is just now getting into Oswald. I too love it thus far. Don't say, but I can't imagine how it's gonna end. I love King's description of the past and his description of Oswald on a personal level and Jake, Sadie characters. You're right Oswald is NOT likeable.
So far anyway, very little politics. I'll let you know. I expect to finish it in the next day or so.
Btw, today is 11-22 I remember it like it was yesterday.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Actually I'm sorry to say I missed them. I'll check throughout the week and hopefully catch a couple if they repeat.
Thanks
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Finished book on Thanksgiving. Especially toward the end, when the chase was on, so to speak, I couldn't put it down.
I don't do a lot of reading unless something really appeals to me. This went quickly and even a few days later, I kind of miss the characters and the flashback to the good part of the olden days.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
That's two in a row for me from King. I had stopped reading him for a bit, as I didn't like books like Desperation or Insomnia. However, I loved this and Under the Dome. Perhaps his sobriety has something to do with it.
That's two in a row for me from King. I had stopped reading him for a bit, as I didn't like books like Desperation or Insomnia. However, I loved this and Under the Dome. Perhaps his sobriety has something to do with it.
Actually, he wrote "Desperation" and "Insomnia" after he got sober. He claims to have had his last drink in 1988. He wrote "Desperation" and "Insomnia" in the '90s.
Maybe he started drinking again, and that's what was missing!
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
Just got back from vacation. I had downloaded King's new book onto my Kindle (so there, X! :p) before I left. The book is amazing. I could NOT put it down, especially as it headed towards the last stretch.
King is an incredible story teller. There was a nice visit back to the location and a few characters from "It", which caused a bit of a shiver down my spine (I've always thought "It" was his scariest book). Every character, from major to minor, is beautifully drawn, especially the main female character Sadie. If you're remotely interested in the events surrounding JFK's death, the book is a must.
I didn't think it was possible, but King was able to humanize Oswald. He didn't make him likable, but did make him human. The main character Jake is appropriately torn between his old life and his new, and he finds himself capable of much more than he ever thought possible.
Wonderful read that moved me to tears at times. Frank Dunhill may be the most poignant character ever written. Just wonderful job by King.
I was thinking about reading this and I think after reading your review, you've sold me on it. I'm fairly interested in the Kennedy assassination and like everyone else, to hear Stephen King tackle the subject in a way is appealing to my curiousity. I won't be able to have time to read it for a while, but I think it's going on my list now. Thanks!
I wouldn’t presume to argue with Ross Douthat’s negative appraisal of the Kennedy presidency (“The Enduring Cult of Kennedy,” column, Nov. 27), although labeling those who view that presidency in a favorable light as cultists seems rather shrill, and I won’t bother arguing with his characterization of John F. Kennedy as a cold warrior who would have only deepened our involvement in Vietnam, because in light of Kennedy’s murder, such a conclusion is blatant speculation.
What I do argue with is his assertion that Lee Harvey Oswald killed the president because of Oswald’s Marxist beliefs, and the concomitant conclusion that the highly volatile political atmosphere of Dallas (and the entire Deep South) thus had nothing to do with his actions. This is as ridiculous as the old canard that guns don’t kill people, people kill people.
Like many conservative writers who look at that day in Dallas, Mr. Douthat has concentrated on Oswald’s political actions and statements, and ignored the man’s severely damaged personality. Conspiracies — like the one that resulted in the death of Abraham Lincoln, or the one that almost resulted in the death of Hitler — are political.
Lone gunmen like Oswald act for other reasons, no matter what they may say in an effort to look rational. If Oswald really was politically motivated, why did he not take responsibility for the murder at some point during the 40 hours between his arrest and his own death at the hands of Jack Ruby? Surely if his prime motivation had been political, he would have thrown up his hands and said, “Yes, it was me, I rid the world of the capitalist warmonger.” (Timothy McVeigh is a good case in point for this sort of behavior.)
"When the snows fall and the white winds blow, the lone wolf dies but the pack survives." Winter is Coming Now this is the Law of the Jungle—as old and as true as the sky; And the wolf that shall keep it may prosper, but the wolf that shall break it must die. As the creeper that girdles the tree-trunk, the Law runneth forward and back; For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.
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Speaking of King, I heard them advertise that "Bag Of Bones" was going to be a tv movie soon. I am not sure of the date/channel.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
There was an article about 11/22/63 in my local paper. It's allegedly being made into a movie and Jonathan Demme, of Silence of the Lambs fame, is going to be making it.
There was an article about 11/22/63 in my local paper. It's allegedly being made into a movie and Jonathan Demme, of Silence of the Lambs fame, is going to be making it.
Really? Cool, I was hoping they would but didn't think it'd be this soon. It'd be nice to see while the story's still fresh in my mind. Yet, it'll probably be a year before it's released.
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"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
Wow, thanks PB, that does look good. I like Pierce Brosnan too. The book isn't nearly 1,000 pages like 11-22-63 is it? I may give it a read. I will see the movie though
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
I did watch it. It is pretty good. I never read the book so I can't compare it. Story was interesting but IMHO not one of King's best, yet still worth watching.
Kind of a neat scene from the movie (and won't give anything away). Pierce Brosnan is an author and is at a book signing. A young man carrying several books for him to autograph approaches him and his wife. He says to Pierce's character, "I'm your number one fan." (Misery) His wife who was on her way out whispers to him, "I'll leave you with Annie Wilkes I have to go." King also had a small cameo in the film.
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"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK
I should watch it, it's still available on demand.
I'm currently about a quarter of the way through 11/22/63. Love it so far!
"Growing up my dad was like 'You have a great last name, Galifianakis. Galifianakis...begins with a gal...and ends with a kiss...' I'm like that's great dad, can we get it changed to 'Galifianafuck' please?" -- Zach Galifianakis
I always did find him creepy. 
I never saw Green Mile but loved Shawshank and am glad that was acknowledged. Both movies I tend to forget are King's. I think Shawshank became even more popular when it hit video. I saw it on tv and don't even remember when it was on the theater to tell you the truth. Yet, it's one of those I'll usually tune into every time it's on and watch at least some of it. 
I'm not a regular book reader unless something sounds good. I got the hard cover at Walmart and thus far (I've read 300 pages of 849) I am really into it. I'm not even at any part about JFK, as there's another story it starts with that I found really fascinating. An added plus is the guy goes back to the fifties and the way King describes the era, people, stores, etc I can totally remember.
I hope it continues to fascinate. 
