“For fools rush in where angels fear to tread”
Industrial and commercial film director Herk Harvey has 1 feature film to his name: Carnival of Souls. With a script written by John Clifford in 3 weeks, Harvey’s crew was all of 5 people (or 6, depending upon which story … Continue reading The Carnival of Souls Day Thread (May 12, 2021)
The 118th episode of LOST aired on May 11, 2010, and it was titled “Across the Sea”. It’s considered the most divisive episode of the whole show, and I can certainly remember vividly the blank feeling of empty disappointment I … Continue reading The Night Thread is Across the Sea (May 11, 2021)
Those responsible for the lack of Day Thread have been sacked. Continue reading Don’t Panic Day Thread
The 2nd entry in my Night Thread theme of Monster Hunter monster diaries brings us to Zinogre. Zinogre is a longtime staple and fan favorite in the Monster Hunter series, making its first appearance in Monster Hunter Portable 3rd where … Continue reading The Night Thread Hunts Zinogre
It’s Monday May 10th, 2021. Thanks for visiting the Day Thread. My friends and I like to share synthwave mixes on Youtube with each other to help us pass the time at work. One of the channels that was brought … Continue reading A Chill Hop Day Thread (May 10)
The future is now! May 9th 2021 is the day the action of Hammer Studios 1969 groovy sci-fi space-western classic Moon Zero Two takes place Continue reading The Moon Zero Two Night Thread
Today is the day to celebrate all mothers. So to all the mothers here on The Avocado, and to all mothers of Avocados, a happy Mother’s Day! Or not, if you don’t really care for it for whatever reason. I … Continue reading The Mother’s Day Thread (5/9/21)
This is a scene from the 1985 made-for-TV musical Alice in Wonderland, featuring a wonderful performance by Carol Channing. The film had a star-studded cast, and the songs were all composed by Steve Allen. The musical performances include: Part 1 – Alice … Continue reading Alice in Wonderland Night Thread
I’ve had this stuck in my head for days, so now the rest of you can too. Have fun posting! Continue reading The Bob Belcher Singing “99 Red Balloons” Day Thread
“Vacuum Cleaner” is a nice little bit of psychdelic pop by the 1960s British band Tintern Abbey. I first heard it ages ago on WNCW, probably the best radio station in the Tarheel State. Continue reading The May 7th Night Thread Got New Clothes
Naugles was my introduction to Mexican fast food, back in 1981, when I was at college at Washington University in St. Louis. Taco Bell was practically unknown then, and the consensus among students was that Naugles was much better. Besides, … Continue reading The Naugles Day Thread
“Calvander” is a song by the band Mount Moriah. It references a lot of places in North Carolina. It’s a good ‘un. Continue reading The May 6th Night Thread Hitches a Ride to the Carteret County Line
Lorraine is a leech in a group therapy session in Alison Snowden and David Fine’s Oscar-nominated animated short Animal Behaviour. She is panicky about being alone, quick to tears and hyperventilation, and spends part of the short hiding in a … Continue reading The Day Thread of Lorraine the Leech (May 6, 2021)
Today I want to shower with praise and hopefully throw some more eyes upon Our Plague Year, a webcomic created by Nick Burton and hosted online by HOME. “Let us take you back to 1665. A plague creeps ever towards … Continue reading Our Plague Year Day Thread (May 5th, 2021)
Tonight, on this most momentous of dates, the Night Thread celebrates a beloved science fiction franchise that has entertained audiences for decades. That’s right, we’re going to talk about Stargate! It began as one of many sci-fi blockbusters of the … Continue reading Night Thread, KREE! (5/4/21)
May the Fourth Be With You! The War of the Bounty Hunters is an event that will be running through the Marvel Comics Star Wars titles. The Alpha Issue will be released on Wednesday May 5th. We know that Boba … Continue reading Star Wars – War of the Bounty Hunters is Imminent (Day Thread)
Have a Great Night Thread, Avocado! Continue reading Night Thread Says HEY! WHAT? WHAT? WHAT? WHAT? WHAT? WHAT? HUH?!
This is an aardwolf. What’s an aardwolf, you ask? They live in Africa, are nocturnal, eat only termites, have sticky tongues, and don’t have any natural predators, really. Most importantly, they have magnificent tails and adorable puppies. Have a day … Continue reading The Aardwolf Day Thread (5/3/21)
Have a Great Night Thread, Avocado! Continue reading Whoa, Robert Loggia Night Thread!
Sheesh I don’t know why everyone keeps saying the Magic: the Gathering rules are complicated Continue reading The 5/2 Day Thread is Between Turns
