Is it actually smart to reuse an old power supply for a new build? I'm looking at a Corsair TX750 that's about to hit its seven-year mark. It’s been running perfectly this entire time—as we speak, it's still going strong. Honestly, it hasn't failed me once. The new setup is that gaming build you guys recommended to me. I was thinking about shifting those funds toward something else, like a better SSD or similar upgrades.
copperdriver11 said:Judging by your avatar, I’m guessing you’re one of those people who leans heavily into recycling similar—yet somehow subtly different—cinematic tropes... ☕ So, how exactly was he looking at you, uncle?...
He isn't watching them because I'm downloading them right now.😛
If I recall correctly, that’s the same edition silentcanyon58 linked. I have a copy myself. It lacks the local translation, but it's still a stunning piece of work.
I haven't read it yet, but the trailer started off strong before spiraling. It went from a gritty crime thriller, something along the lines of Se7en, straight into The Fast and The Furious. Regardless, I'll give it a shot.
Regarding the incest question, people are fighting over whether it actually happened or if they were both victims of childhood abuse. As for the arguments, I won't get bogged down in the weeds; let's just say both sides have merit 🤷 Personally, I’m leaning toward it being incest.
New York is portrayed as this cold, alienating city—which is likely accurate. Unlike the typical "dream city" trope, it fits perfectly with the internal demons of Fassbender's character. The psychological profile of the character is masterfully executed. It starts with those metaphorical cracked doors and builds until everything is wide open, revealing the true depth of his suffering. Most people might just think, "Oh, he's a sex addict, big deal," but it's much more profound than that. It's all wrapped up in one phenomenal andante.
It’s an entertaining action flick and I love the series, so I’ll be looking forward to the next M:I film with the same level of excitement. Everything worked well for me—the plot, the locations, the tension, even the over-the-top moments. My only issue was the villain. It wasn't the actor—he was actually a great casting choice—but the character itself felt underwhelming. He didn't feel like a genuine threat to me, even when he had a nuclear weapon in his hands. 😁Also, their showdown was a bit of a yawn; I expected more from a sophisticated professor, perhaps a touch more finesse. The third one is still significantly better.
Kevin Ward3 said:Last time I caught a trailer in IMAX, it was for Ghost Protocol. Those shots of the Burj Khalifa looked massive—it seriously felt like I was approaching the thing via helicopter.😁 From what I can tell, Ghost Protocol was shot using IMAX cameras, just like TDK.
I can only imagine how incredible that must have looked. /drool I figured out it was shot on IMAX cameras too.
Q: Will Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol be the best one in the series?
Abrams: I truly believe it is. Part of it is that you’ve essentially been watching Brad Bird films all along—they just happened to be animated. Now, you're finally seeing a live-action Brad Bird movie! It's really fun, and it carries this specific kind of intensity. That's just how Brad works. It's also the most massive entry in the franchise in terms of sheer scale. Plus, a huge chunk of it was filmed for IMAX, including a sequence on the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, where Tom Cruise did, I think, five days of wirework outside the building that is so insane. Honestly, it's hard to believe the insurance company even cleared him to attempt it.
Watch the trailer for Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol
Q: The YouTube footage was insane!
Abrams: Seeing it in IMAX is terrifying. What he pulled off is genuinely unbelievable. It feels surreal to sit in meetings with him and just think, 'That guy was scaling the outside of a skyscraper.' I'm sitting there, he's in my office, and I'm thinking about what he actually did. It’s like talking to Buzz Aldrin. It’s like, 'That guy was actually on the moon!'
Edit: Looks decent. I just hope they don't lean too hard into the melodrama. Obviously, there’s going to be plenty of heavy-handed lecturing about segregation, but if the action stays sharp, it should still be worth watching. From what I can see, it looks promising.
