It was as a student in the late 70s that John Maybury first picked up a Super-8mm camera to capture the real-life emergence of the London punk scene. He saw himself as an artist more than a documentary filmmaker, having studied art with a view to painting canvases. However, a chance meeting with avant-garde director Derek Jarman inspired a deeper exploration of new filmmaking techniques. He served as a set designer for Jarman on his punk portrait Jubilee (1977) then, in the late 80s, worked as his editor and designer on rabble-rousing dramas The Last Of England and War Requiem. In between, he also directed his own low-budget films which pushed the envelope on visual effects and informal structure. Eventually, Maybury’s talent was recognised at the Cannes Film Festival in 1998 where Love Is The Devil got critics talking. The film starred Derek Jacobi as the celebrated artist Francis Bacon and chronicled his doomed love affair with a small-time crook played by a young Daniel Craig. Perhaps the glare of the spotlight was too much for Maybury who followed that success by turning his attention back to painting and the occasional video installation.
His next film, The Jacket, didn’t come until 2005. It was a Hollywood thriller, but hardly standard stuff with Adrien Brody and Keira Knightley playing kindred spirits crossing the fabric of time and space. It offered plenty of scope for the kind of visual quirks that Maybury favours, but his latest offering is a much straighter, sepia-toned affair. Even so, The Edge Of Love does touch upon previously examined themes about the cost of artistic genius. The story unfolds in wartime Wales where the renowned poet Dylan Thomas (Matthew Rhys) acts as one corner in a love triangle that brings together his wife (played by Sienna Miller) and childhood lover (Keira Knightley).The Edge of Love (BBC Films) receives its world premiere at the Opening Night Gala of the Edinburgh International Film Festival on Wednesday 18th June 2008.
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Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Today's Menu? Gingerbread
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Wednesday, 16 July 2008
Lower Back Tattoo Designs - Fresh New Look
For many years, it was not considered socially acceptable for women to have tattoos. But with the advent of lower back tattoo designs and other body art geared towards the female form, these taboos have changed.
During the past few decades, the demand for tattoos among women has increased dramatically. It was during the 1990s in particular that the lower back emerged as a logical spot for tattoos, and it has become one of the most highly tattooed parts of the female anatomy.
Lower back tattoos are often associated with sexuality, as they emphasize the curvy nature of a woman's figure. They are inked to follow the slope of the back on either side of the spine, and they work particularly well for females because they suit the wideness of the hips.
Tattoos on the lower back can range from intricate tribal designs or creative symmetrical shapes to actual pictorial images that are photographic in nature. These multicolor elements can comprise either part of the design or the entire tattoo itself.
Some of the more popular designs requested for lower back designs include tribal patterns, floral collections, hearts, roses, depictions of the sun and planets, pairs of wings, and images of the lotus seed. Women have also begun to explore traditionally male-oriented art, including dragons, Harley art, and Native American designs. Many girls who get a tattoo on their lower back for the first time come back to have it augmented or to get an additional tattoo on another part of their body.
Women admit to liking tattoos on the lower back for many reasons. Tattoos of this nature are touted as fun tattoos to show off, especially with the trend of current fashions. Low cut bathing suits, low to mid-rise jeans, and other lowrider pants contribute to the image of sexiness that has been facilitated by lower back tattoos.
Another positive aspect afforded by tattoos on the lower back is that the space available lends itself to large, intricate designs. The wearer has the freedom of choice. Also, the lower back is a spot on the body that does not change much with age or weight so the design will remain consistent over time.
Overall, lower back tattoo designs have really opened the door of opportunity for women to have large tattoos. Viewed as an asset of sensuality and a tool to enhance feminine beauty, the tapestry of the lower back will continue to be bared for the sake of art.
During the past few decades, the demand for tattoos among women has increased dramatically. It was during the 1990s in particular that the lower back emerged as a logical spot for tattoos, and it has become one of the most highly tattooed parts of the female anatomy.
Lower back tattoos are often associated with sexuality, as they emphasize the curvy nature of a woman's figure. They are inked to follow the slope of the back on either side of the spine, and they work particularly well for females because they suit the wideness of the hips.
Tattoos on the lower back can range from intricate tribal designs or creative symmetrical shapes to actual pictorial images that are photographic in nature. These multicolor elements can comprise either part of the design or the entire tattoo itself.
Some of the more popular designs requested for lower back designs include tribal patterns, floral collections, hearts, roses, depictions of the sun and planets, pairs of wings, and images of the lotus seed. Women have also begun to explore traditionally male-oriented art, including dragons, Harley art, and Native American designs. Many girls who get a tattoo on their lower back for the first time come back to have it augmented or to get an additional tattoo on another part of their body.
Women admit to liking tattoos on the lower back for many reasons. Tattoos of this nature are touted as fun tattoos to show off, especially with the trend of current fashions. Low cut bathing suits, low to mid-rise jeans, and other lowrider pants contribute to the image of sexiness that has been facilitated by lower back tattoos.
Another positive aspect afforded by tattoos on the lower back is that the space available lends itself to large, intricate designs. The wearer has the freedom of choice. Also, the lower back is a spot on the body that does not change much with age or weight so the design will remain consistent over time.
Overall, lower back tattoo designs have really opened the door of opportunity for women to have large tattoos. Viewed as an asset of sensuality and a tool to enhance feminine beauty, the tapestry of the lower back will continue to be bared for the sake of art.
Hip-Hop Grows Up
Coming from the mean streets of Atlanta, T.I. seemed to have the chips stacked against him.
Having to endure the violence in the Black community, the rapper whose real name is Clifford Harris seemed an unlikely candidate for stardom behind the microphone and on the silver screen and resorted to drug dealing to make ends meet.
However, the self-proclaimed "King of the South" turned hardship into heaven, as he conquered the entertainment world with films such as American Gangster and classic songs like "Motivation."
Despite enjoying enormous success and finding strength to overcome the brutal murder of his best friend, federal authorities arrested T.I. on October 13, 2007, as he was set to perform at the second annual BET HIP HOP AWARDS in Atlanta for giving cash to a bodyguard to buy firearms.
Facing a one year prison sentence, T.I. recently spoke with Toure' from BET to discuss his past mistakes, the young fans who admire him, and the paranoia that comes with being a visible celebrity.
"Everyone knew me and I knew no one ... you can't tell if a person is a fan or not until the (car) window winds down," T.I. explained.
Despite the dangers that come with superstardom, T.I. made no excuses for his past behaviors and used the 30-minute interview to speak out against the violence in the Black community and his position as a role model to the children who come from the same mean streets that he was able to overcome.
The multi-platinum rapper warned his young fans that going to jail for one year is not cool by any means. He talked about the money he will lose because of his incarceration and the lives of his family members, employees and artists that his actions affected.
A rapper who once glorified the violence in the Black community is now realizing that there is more to being a man than carrying a weapon.
"I must be a man and stand up and accept responsibility. I exercised extremely poor judgment and for that, I must be willing to pay the price that comes before me," he said.
With a new CD, a new baby and an upcoming marriage on the horizon, T.I. believes that this recent ordeal has given him a new perspective on life and he is determined to be a voice for children who come from the same environment as him.
For many years, hip-hop artists have been criticized for its vulgar and misogynistic lyrics, which some blame for the rise in violence in the Black community. Despite the criticism, many artists have been hesitant to take responsibilities for their actions as well as their lyrics.
However, T.I.'s run-in with the law at the height of his popularity has made the iconic rapper reevaluate his life and his affect on the younger generation.
During the BET interview, he warned a group of at-risk youth about allowing temporary emotions to ruin your life permanently.
The rapper admitted that temporary emotions is the cause of many his encounters with the law, and the reason for much of the violence in the Black community.
In addition, he is hoping that his recent mistakes can do a lot to solve some of problems facing the hip-hop community, especially the younger generation of hip-hop fans.
Having to endure the violence in the Black community, the rapper whose real name is Clifford Harris seemed an unlikely candidate for stardom behind the microphone and on the silver screen and resorted to drug dealing to make ends meet.
However, the self-proclaimed "King of the South" turned hardship into heaven, as he conquered the entertainment world with films such as American Gangster and classic songs like "Motivation."
Despite enjoying enormous success and finding strength to overcome the brutal murder of his best friend, federal authorities arrested T.I. on October 13, 2007, as he was set to perform at the second annual BET HIP HOP AWARDS in Atlanta for giving cash to a bodyguard to buy firearms.
Facing a one year prison sentence, T.I. recently spoke with Toure' from BET to discuss his past mistakes, the young fans who admire him, and the paranoia that comes with being a visible celebrity.
"Everyone knew me and I knew no one ... you can't tell if a person is a fan or not until the (car) window winds down," T.I. explained.
Despite the dangers that come with superstardom, T.I. made no excuses for his past behaviors and used the 30-minute interview to speak out against the violence in the Black community and his position as a role model to the children who come from the same mean streets that he was able to overcome.
The multi-platinum rapper warned his young fans that going to jail for one year is not cool by any means. He talked about the money he will lose because of his incarceration and the lives of his family members, employees and artists that his actions affected.
A rapper who once glorified the violence in the Black community is now realizing that there is more to being a man than carrying a weapon.
"I must be a man and stand up and accept responsibility. I exercised extremely poor judgment and for that, I must be willing to pay the price that comes before me," he said.
With a new CD, a new baby and an upcoming marriage on the horizon, T.I. believes that this recent ordeal has given him a new perspective on life and he is determined to be a voice for children who come from the same environment as him.
For many years, hip-hop artists have been criticized for its vulgar and misogynistic lyrics, which some blame for the rise in violence in the Black community. Despite the criticism, many artists have been hesitant to take responsibilities for their actions as well as their lyrics.
However, T.I.'s run-in with the law at the height of his popularity has made the iconic rapper reevaluate his life and his affect on the younger generation.
During the BET interview, he warned a group of at-risk youth about allowing temporary emotions to ruin your life permanently.
The rapper admitted that temporary emotions is the cause of many his encounters with the law, and the reason for much of the violence in the Black community.
In addition, he is hoping that his recent mistakes can do a lot to solve some of problems facing the hip-hop community, especially the younger generation of hip-hop fans.
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