Yeah, I’ve read my Asimov. Love that guy. I knownsome haven’t, so Im glad you’ve included them. It was a student of mine who got me to read Caves of Steel for the first time. I thought they were excellent.

Strangely, I’ve only seen the 2004(?) Will Smith version of I, Robot. But, I digress.

The prompt for that post moved me. To think that we could break human affairs down to just three laws is enticing. I took a swing at it. That was what I had off the top of my head. I’d read a list — years ago — of Dene Law (it’s a PDF, sorry). Those were also an inspiration.

I’m pretty happy with this answer to what the three laws would be if I made them.

It’s not my top response, but it is short, sweet, and to the point.

There is no other answer than this.

M-I:2 was a miss on so many levels.

John Woo tried his best. That script couldn’t be saved.

I say this as a person whose guilty pleasure is a rewatch of any M:I movie. But, I can’t give any time to this turd sandwich.

Waves of the ocean washing ashore.

Thunder

The violin, a muted trumpet, jazz piano, glass harmonica.

The title credits music from the Expanse - Clinton Shorter

Crustation - Purple (Ummah/J Dilla Mix)

Epic choral singing. (Arvo Part - Miserere)

Yeah, I admit, I’m biased against dentists. My friend’s sister is a dentist. She’s great. Still, they use those tools on people every day.

Maybe they do need hugs. Maybe that’s how the ultrasonic scaler will be redesigned into something more humane.

Teachers - need hugs

Dentists - do not need hugs

Dads - need hugs

Corporations - do not need hugs

CEOs of Fortune 500 companies - need hugs, but only if they’re exploring how to undermine extractive, exploitative, fascist-leaning capitalism. Otherwise, no hugs

Cartoonists - need hugs

Union leads - need hugs

Weapons manufacturers - need the cold embrace of obsolescence.

According to Article 27 of the Rome Statute, all wanted persons are equal before the court, including heads of a state or government. No immunities under international law may bar the court from exercising its jurisdiction. 

“No international court has ever found that a head of state or high ranking individual has immunity before it, and Article 27 was meant to codify that principle,” [says] “Leila Sadat, a leading expert on immunities and former ICC special advisor on crimes against humanity[.]”

The immunity loophole found in Article 98 (1), according to the judgement, must be read in context and interpreted in a manner that is consistent with the object and purpose of the Rome Statute, meaning that it should not be read to carve out an exception to Article 27’s clear provisions.

… the reference to state immunity under Article 98 (1) is related to the immunity of a state and its property, not its leaders or officials.

What do rank and file military realize they have to start refusing certain orders?

When do the Americans cut off the supply of certain weapons?

When does the Israeli populace see that a radically new direction is needed to secure peaceful relations “from the river to the sea”?

True Grit (1969) or True Grit (2010)?

Lockpicking Lawyer

Short videos. Reminder that no lock is impenetrable. Also, April Fool’s Day videos are very special.

Kaptain Kristian

Video essays. No longer in production, high-quality reviews of some cultural artifacts. He’s moved his operation to Curiosity Stream. Made me realize it’s worth it to pay creators directly for their work rather than having advertisers and platforms like YouTube. Now, if only I had money to pay these creators. Aye, there’s the rub.

Every Frame a Painting

Expert film analysis. If it’s not, it sure looks like it is.

CGP Grey

Snarky educational. Fun! The best damn flag contest, best takedown of first-past the post voting, and best reflection on how to go forward after hitting YouTube fame. I still want to know if he and Roman Mars have talked flags.

Kutiman ‐ Thru You

Classic YouTube. 15 years ago, mans took a bunch of other YouTube videos and remixed them into each other, producing meta tracks.

1000 Days. 19 November 2024.

I remember it having an English language, targeted at North Americans vibe. I could be wrong.

Also, have I posted this request incorrectly? I still count myself as new to the Fediverse. I don’t know how to access other instances. Any guidance is probably already posted online, and I would have to go looking for it. I haven’t.

I DO love Baraka. One day, I’ll get to see a 70mm print of it.

As a child: Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer

As a university student: Heat, Léon, 2001

As an adult, before kids: Sicario, Brick

As an adult, after kids: Cars

What I wish my answer was: Koyaanisqatsi

The “Lucky Earther” mini documentary in S06 of the Expanse.

As far as other media within Rick & Morty, the Second Life-like “Roy” is something that I wish could exist. Immersive gameplay, accelerated time, tangible experiences, and endless possibilities.