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At university I came across the film Requiem for a Dream. It is often compared to Trainspotting, but really the only similarity is fact that they both explore the use of heroin and other drugs and the effect it can have on ones life. However, Requiem goes that one step further and attempts to show the mindset of a drug user in a much more graphic way that the famed “baby on the ceiling� scene of Trainspotting. It shows remarkably well the rush, pain, fear and confusion that drugs can force the user into experiencing, something that I felt Trainspotting lacked.

So why am I rambling on about this? Well I just came across the Requiem website (I am a bit slow), and its has given me the fear something rotten, but has reminded me of what a great film it is.

If you want a film that you can smile at or actually enjoy a happy ending, Trainspotting might do that, Requiem on the other hand will make you more depressed. I needed at least two cups of tea to get over this one. Well worth it though, wonderfully scary take on drug use, cracking soundtrack (no pun intended) and the way the camera moves, slices and cuts is unique. So unique in fact that the Simpson’s have immortalised it in their little world.

… mmm the rib-wich.

I read a fair bit of technology news, as you would expect. Mush of this is from the BBC which offers a quick and concise overview of the stories of the day. This post is merely just a question regarding the amount of coverage Apple is getting of late. This is not a criticism, I love macs and the challenge they give to Microsoft in particular, but for a company which controls below 5% of the PCs in the world they account for 8 of the stories or videos on the BBC Technology page (Microsoft have none).

Is that too much or is it reflecting the real world “giddiness� for Apple products and services? I dont know.. but I really do want a Mac, BBC or not.

I just found this sitting in my spam box and thought it was wonderful. I have no idea what it is selling.

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I love the Eels. I worship their entire catalogue, but after the release of Blinking lights and other revelations and a world tour, Mr E (leader of sorts) and others have left us and have gone for a vacation in New Zealand. Apparently the first for E, and judging by the video he looks like he enjoyed it. The video diary is availble online, a real treat for the fans and motorhead fans alike.

Update: Eels new live DVD/CD is up for a sneek preview over here.