Rich Monetti
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Star Trek’s Mr. Data May Never Feel But His Artificial Intelligence Definitely Makes Us Think
Photo by Gage Skidmore Robby the Robot from 1956’s Forbidden Planet may have been the first artificial intelligence movie robot to have his say. But the evolution of thinking androids in science fiction movies have come a long way – even if the limits that are tested go long beyond what I believe is possible.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Futurism
Part VIII : Memorable Moments that could only Happen in Plattsburgh
Hitching a Ridge The Northway In 1988, homecoming was a given. So when Steven and Matt found Tim in the Point upon arrival, they more than a little surprised but why? We must backtrack a few hours first. At the time, I lived in Albany, and Steve, Tim and Matt rolled into my apartment at 304 Quail Street. I was promptly informed that Tim would not be accompanying Steve and Matt on the final leg up the Northway. Neither my memory nor my primary sources can confirm the issue, but at the time, Tim didn't put up much of an argument. He was completely resigned and lodged no protest as the car drove off. Still, the arrangement would not do since my departure time was three or four hours away. No time to waste, Tim went full Plattsburgh mode. In other words, the chance for decadence was out of reach, and Plattsburgh bred us to find an expedient solution at all costs.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Wander
Matthew Broderick's Version is the Most Entertaining of All the Godzilla Movies
Photo by umezy12 The 1998 version of Godzilla with Matthew Broderick has excoriated by many since its release. Rita Kempley of The Washington Post sums the sentiment. The film “neither draws upon our fears nor revels in the original’s camp charms. The picture really isn’t about anything, while size vanquishes both substance and subtlety in the overhyped, half-cocked and humorless resurrection of dear old Godzilla Movies… Sorry Rita, I disagree.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Geeks
Part VII : Memorable Plattsburgh Moments that Extend to New York City
I was recently reading an article about Seinfeld and how we should stop embracing the 90s comedy for its sheer insensitivity. Horrible people the article droned on but the show was actually providing real social commentary. I know because I was there in 1989-90, and living on East 83rd Street with three of my college buddies, we were young, selfish and only looking out for ourselves. Sorry, that's what young people do. Of course, we perfected those skills in Plattsburgh, and we were proud to bring them to NYC before Seinfeld cornered the market.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Wander
Bronx Beginnings for Dominic Chianese and Carl Reiner
Photo by Mike Lizzi Dominic Chianese Unburdens Himself Dominic Chianese was born on February 24, 1931. His father was a bricklayer and among a cast of real life Bronx characters who inspired his iconic role on The Soprano’s. “Uncle Junior is my father, my uncles, my cousins, the butcher, the baker, the candlestick maker - everything but a mobster," Chianese told Eirik Knutzen of SouthJersey.com.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Geeks
The Coffee House is Home for Artists and Art Lovers in Peekskill
If it's Sunday, it's Meet the Press, and while that is certainly true in my case, the sabbath really means my weekly trip to Peekskill, New York. There, with the Hudson River in close proximity, I settle into the blue couch at the Peekskill Coffee House, where my writing acumen is engulfed in a sea of inspiring sights, sounds and smells.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Beat
The Midnight Sky Doesn't Quite Light up the Screen
Studio : Netflix, Poster If it’s Hollywood, in all likelihood, it’s the end of the world. Why not, the demise of man has made some of the most iconic moments - just ask the Statue of Liberty. The Midnight Sky is the latest attempt to eradicate human life from planet Earth, and I was definitely along for the ride. Of course, there’s an individual journey and a global journey. But the personal story arc of George Clooney’s character overtakes the global drama, and the genre search for a larger message is completely thrown off. So, at the end, no one is carrying a torch and outstretching their arms to signify the brilliance.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Geeks
JJ Abrams Didn’t Make The Voyage Home but he Followed a Similar Script
Studio ; Paramount, Poster Star Trek IV is probably the TOS film that has the most crossover between Trekkies and the rest of the popular culture. The success of The Voyage Home also probably paved the way for The Next Generation, and the save the whales premise, gave us something to hang our science fiction hats on. Even so, doesn’t the science fiction get overshadowed by all the action. Enjoyable for sure, but it's almost like a guy named JJ Abrams was responsible.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Futurism
Part VI : Memorable Plattsburgh Moments
Reading Material 9 William's Higher education requires reading material, and the learning should not be limited to textbooks. Sports Illustrated, Time Magazine, Rolling Stone and Playboy - a diverse perspective was paramount. Funds, on the other hand, were another matter. But fortunately, the 1980s allowed readers to place an order, and the monthly cost could be collected at a later date. So at 9 Williams, Matt, Tim, Steve and Johnny took advantage, and all that was left was who would put their name on the bill. The choice was unanimous, but the decision meant the boys had to take on another roommate. His name : "Bill M. Later." Of course, the balance never came due.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Education
Allied Collaboration with Nazi Bank Proves Behemoth Banks will Never be too Big to Jail
Photo by Valerie Everett “We will hang the capitalists with the rope that they sell us,” once said Lenin. As it turned out, it’s Hitler who really should have gotten the credit, because the bankers on the Fuhrer's payroll had the allies gladly accepting the noose.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Criminal
Bruno Sammartino: A Hero Long Before WWE Wrestling
Photo by swiftwj Facing George “the animal” Steele, Gorilla Monsoon, Bobo Brazil or being the last one standing in the 22 Man Battle Royale in Los Angeles are pre WWE wrestling instances that all amount to just another day in the life of Bruno Sammartino. On the other hand, fleeing to the Italian mountains from the Nazi’s during WWII made everything that followed seem like child’s play. But it still may be fair to ask, as the bombs were falling and his village being leveled, how much sense could a boy of nine actually make of this.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Unbalanced
LGBT Community Seeks Acceptance in Katonah Lewisboro School System
Photo by Stock Catalog As a High School Guidance Counselor at John Jay High School, Malerie Simon can assure that there’s a very accepting nature among the student body - especially in terms of those who may fall under the LBGTQ community banner. The 18 year veteran believes the almost two decade presence of a school club know as SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance) has made a big difference. But no matter the supports in place and kind intentions of the majority, the journey can be lonely and a having a self-contained space to open up cannot be overlooked, according to Simon.
By Rich Monetti5 years ago in Humans
