Posts by briskbison41

Frank Martinez16 said:Stop messing around and just get some work done.

http://www.benvista.com/photozoompro

It’s a Photoshop plugin, though I honestly think you can manage without it.

Does anyone know of any other programs that do this exact same thing, but are actually free and aren't part of the Adobe Creative Suite?
Everywhere I look for this specific tool, they want me to pay a pretty penny for it. It's a bit of a waste since a program like this would actually be useful for once.

I finally sat down to watch it today, and honestly, I really enjoyed it. The magic effects are solid, the humor lands well, the story holds up, and the casting is spot on.
Even though a lot of people are claiming this is one of the weaker entries in Cage's filmography, I have to disagree. Personally, I think it’s a huge asset for him to branch out into sci-fi adventures every once in a while.

The trailer doesn't look half bad, especially those last 15 seconds.
We'll just have to wait and see how this thing actually turns out.

What does that rule have anything to do with his (or anyone else’s) ability to stay on the forum?

Anthony Smith3 said:The first teaser shows a totally wired Cage driving some muscle car, packed with explosions that look like they'll be "awesome" in 3D... for some people, that's plenty... for others, it’s just another piece of trash in a long line of them...

well... whatever floats his boat, I guess... 😁

TEASER

Regarding the guy looking all pumped up, it reminds me a lot of ''Gone in 60 Seconds'', except he hasn't completely lost his mind there.😁

Driving a Charger R/T? Nice 😁
You can tell from the teaser that they're leaning heavily on explosions and car crashes, which is fine in a way, even if it feels pretty played out in most movies lately.

Gregory Howard said:Change the rules already; this whole thing about quoting moderators is just nonsense.

Look, if a moderator is just posting on the board like any other regular user, then yeah, you can quote them like anyone else. But when they drop an official mod post—which usually shows up in a specific colored font so people don't miss a warning—quoting those specifically goes against the rules here, and honestly, it’s standard practice on most other forums too.
That's just how it works.

Hmm, looking at some of the concept art and stills, the movie seems to have a bit of a post-apocalyptic vibe going on, but overall it looks alright so far.
I’m always down for car chases, and Sci-Fi is one of my favorite genres, so this is basically a two-for-one deal for me.

The visuals look decent, though those specific art pieces don't really seem to match the actual style of the film.😁

Richard Wilson4 said:Nicolas Cage is basically bottom-tier talent...

What do you mean by bottom-tier? Is it because sci-fi fantasy isn't really his speed?

coastalangler16 said:"Sorcerer's Apprentice" 😂 haha, honestly wouldn't be surprised if they botched the title on that one too.

They actually got the title right—or at least, that’s how it translates... "Disney's Sorcerer's Apprentice."
At least that's what it says on the AMC website.

I managed to catch a cam rip of the movie, and based on what I saw, it's actually pretty decent. It's a straight-up adventure, fun, hits all the right comedic beats, and I was actually impressed by the special effects.
The OST seems solid, too.

2013.... don't hold your breath on that happening anytime soon.
Regarding those posters claiming they're from 2011, they aren't official... those are just fan-made designs.

Gregory Wood41 said:So, here we go again. Mortal Kombat is getting that whole "gritty reboot" treatment. 🙂

Look, just to set the record straight, that video isn't a trailer and there isn't a movie actually in production right now. It was basically just a proof-of-concept short that director Kevin Tancharoen put together to pitch his specific vision for an R-rated Mortal Kombat film to Warner Bros. As of today, the studio hasn't greenlit anything, so we don't actually know if a full-length version will ever happen. Still, if they did pull the trigger, it would be pretty cool to see.

I'm with you on that.
It’s way too early to be hunting for a real trailer, let alone a teaser. We’re looking at a three-year window before this thing even hits theaters. Filming hasn't even kicked off yet.
I'm a massive Mortal Kombat fan, so honestly, no matter how this turns out, I’ll still sit down and watch it. Even if it ends up being hit or miss, it'll be worth my time.

Rebecca Foster said:We’re all holding out hope for this one! Seriously, if they actually throw in the Mortal Kombat theme song, I’ll be in absolute heaven. 😁

Yeah... that theme song is incredible. It fits the vibe of Mortal Kombat perfectly. 😁
Mortal Kombat just wouldn't feel the same without him.

If they actually pull any of this off in the movie, I’ll be more than happy.

He confirmed that fatalities are officially making the cut. His plan is to weave them into the tournament naturally, rather than just forcing them in for shock value. I actually appreciate that approach—it makes sense if you want the story to feel like it has some actual weight behind it.

I’d absolutely have to throw in "Get over here!"—you can't have anything involving Mortal Kombat without that iconic line. It's non-negotiable.

Michael Jai White plays Jax Briggs in the short and he'd definitely be a part of the feature.

Look, I’m just going to say it: Scorpion is the villain, and he’s staying that way. People love to try and spin him into some tragic hero or a misunderstood anti-hero, but let’s be real. At his core, he's driven by vengeance, and that kind of darkness doesn't just evaporate because you give him a little backstory. He’s a bad guy through and through, and trying to force a redemption arc on him feels cheap. It's better if they just lean into the aggression and leave the moral complexity out of it.

The Casting seems alright to me, though the whole movie gives off major vibes of that old "Driver" video game.😁
It could actually be pretty interesting.
btw. nice car in the teaser.

Dennis Collins38 said:Spoked wheels work through tension, not compression. All the weight gets transferred to the hub via those upper spokes because, essentially, the hub is suspended by the rim. That’s why these wheels end up being so light yet incredibly strong. If you try to put a load on a spoke using pure pressure, it just bends without a fight.

Sure, the hub is laced into the center of the rim, so yeah, it deals with some pressure during use.
But when it comes to how the actual load hits the spokes, I find this explanation more logical.

casualharbor9 said:🤔 ... personally, I think they take the load equally since they're all under tension... 🤷

To an extent, sure, but honestly, once the load—like a rider sitting on the bike—actually hits, there's much more stress placed on those lower spokes closer to the ground.

cosmicskipper39 said:They already filled me in on that. 🙂

Oh, God.
I was just sitting here wondering today—why on earth isn't such a brilliant guy running the show as a mod?
I got an answer from God before I even had the chance to hope for one.

So smart, yet so completely socially inept.

I’d honestly vote for JoWu for moderator because he seems like such a chill, decent guy. But at the same time, man, I’d hate to have to sit here and read people tearing him down. No one else can be as sweet as he is. 😍

:Speechless:😁

feraltrucker5 said:This could have been a perfectly entertaining, low-stakes trash thread if we didn't have these relentless optimists constantly trying to seriously and systematically define the exact criteria for becoming a moderator. 🤣

Nah, they don't exist. 😁

Honestly, if you're asking "how do I become a moderator," the only real answer is to spend years studying chaos theory. 😬

Hmm, that theory doesn't always hold up, does it? 😬
Other ways of learning are much more practical. 😁

Dennis Collins38 said:The upper stabilizer links take the most abuse along with the rear wheel links near the differential because of all that torsional load on the axle.

Where are you getting that from?
Give me some specifics here, because there isn't really any actual load being placed on those upper links at all.

neonfalcon16 said:Now Nick is crawling his way in because he’s got his eyes on that moderator spot 🤣

I remember asking how one actually earns that kind of status on another forum once, and they told me straight up that I'd need some high-level clearance from the CIA and a direct blessing from the Vatican 🙂

Man, they really played you.😁

On top of everything already mentioned, having some IT knowledge is definitely a plus for moderation.
It would be ideal if you already had experience, especially since tech skills are pretty crucial when you're managing things.
That said, there are plenty of people nowadays who just start out as beginners and pick up the knack for it as they go.

Dana Reyes5 said:Well, it was clearly stated that there is a fee involved, which is perfectly logical. You pay to get into a movie theater, you pay to get into a disco, so why on earth wouldn't you pay for entry into the moderator's club?😁

Someone should probably go ahead and wire those $1,001 while we still can, before the price decides to jump.😁

uff, you’d be surprised how many European forums—or even over here in the US 🤔—actually charge for moderation, and they don't play around with the amounts 😁
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I can't think of a specific name right now, but a buddy mentioned a colleague of his actually works (literally has a job) as a forum mod making about $1,800 a month 😁. The only exceptions are places where you pay a membership fee of maybe $10 a month, provided you stay active at least seven hours a day 😁
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I don't know... I might be able to dig up some info online regarding the approximate maximum load capacity for these nipples.
But then again, it really comes down to the specific type you're using; if they're those DT aluminum ones, I'm pretty sure they can handle a bit more weight.

Alright, 200 kg isn't exactly light weight 😬
I honestly have my doubts about how those nipples are going to handle that kind of load 😁

Sometimes I’m genuinely surprised by how much gear can actually take. There are times when I hit a pothole hard enough that my front rim takes a real beating, even with my tires running pretty soft
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You really have to be careful with spokes; if you over-tighten them, they snap way too easily because they're just so sensitive. Honestly, it's probably better to just let a pro at a local bike shop handle the tensioning and wheel centering
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Eric Collins5 said:Quality over quantity, always... 😳

Besides that, why are you even chiming in?!?!

😠 😠 😠

Look at this—someone with an avatar featuring a guy suffering from a massive headache is trying to lecture me!

Once I finally make it to Administrator, you’re going to be the first one paying up!!!

😠 😠 😠

lol, I thought you were a girl, my bad 🙂

Anyway... usually when I have a headache, there's a damn good reason for it 😉 but that’s way too off topic.

Regardless, your comments actually gave me a decent laugh 🤣

In any case, just keep grinding, because at least that counts toward getting promoted 😉

Eric Collins5 said:

I actually find myself agreeing with JoW regarding your recent posts too. 😍
You’re clearly just trying to write enough brilliant stuff to impress the absolute elite of this forum. 😉

*scribbling furiously in my little notebook*

I’ll make sure cosmicskipper39 gets a 1,000 point reward once I finally become an administrator.

☕

Look at you go, you might actually claw your way up to a super Admin position one day 😉

Jamie Reyes73 said:If my way of communicating—for whatever it's worth—isn't up to snuff, then screw it.
I honestly don't know what more I'm supposed to do. 😬

I'm here, alright—not pulling anyone's leg. 😁

I’ve always been the golden child in our two-kid family—the one who actually followed the rules.
Mom always used to say, Jamie Reyes73—we're only this broke because of you.
And according to the PDF, religion is just about the prices... Being broke in reality while living like you're rich in your head—that’s the way it goes.
That’s what religion says. 😬

I’ve got some literacy—three years of hospitality school under my belt—but then again...

Dammit, isn't it obvious from what’s been shown so far? 🤷 😁

Honestly, I've clearly lost my touch... five thousand posts later...
I think Ali Bandy would sooner sell his Dodge than invite me to moderate here. 🤣

🤣