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One of those mouths has turned out to be debt. In the end, the Shadowrun Returns Kickstarter sum of $1.8 million—which Harebrained insists turned into $1.2 million after the cost of backer rewards, taxes, fees, and so on—just wasn't enough to get to the finish line.
If the game had stuck to the project's original scope of $400,000, things might very well have worked out. The team planned on having a staff of eight in a tiny office, working with the completed engine from their 2011 smartphone game Crimson Steam Pirates. At that point, they'd plug in Shadowrun-specific assets, come up with creative solutions to the game's cyberpunk leanings, add a simple level editor, and Shadowrun would be Shadowdone before you knew it. Even with such a small scope, it would still wash out the bad taste of the Xbox 360 first-person shooter that shared Shadowrun's name and little else.
Once the money started showing up, though, Harebrained threw the original scope out the window. And that's where the trouble started.
"When the money went up five times, [backers'] expectations went up 20 times," Weisman says. He and the team chose to respond in kind. The game's player classes jumped from four to six—or, really, an infinite number. Shadowrun Returns added support for building your own class, just like in the paper-and-pencil edition. The campaign grew to 12 hours, with an additional, upcoming DLC campaign coming soon.
A new engine, written from scratch in Unity, would deliver a prettier, isometric perspective. This required more work on making a campaign editor for fans, a detail that Harebrained wasn't interested in compromising on. "We'd love to get by cheaply," Gitelman jokes, "but that's all Jordan wanted, the level editing, because of our pedigree as paper-and-pencil designers in the first place."
With increased money and increased scope, the team expanded from eight to 30 designers and moved to a new (but still far from luxurious) office down the road. The cramped, two-room office doesn't have much that resembles aisles, and its depressing snack table offers little more than pretzels and cereal bars. The office is unattractively wedged behind a Costco. If you're looking for a Kickstarter scam where the designers waste fans' money on extravagances, this place ain't it.
Harebrained eventually had to relent on its "Kickstarter fever," scaling back overreaching stretch goals that turned out to be beyond the game's scope. The team yanked out ideas like co-op, Linux builds, and sharing of friends' characters. Shockingly, fans didn't revolt. In fact, they were vocal when Harebrained wanted to deliver an in-game campaign only to Kickstarter backers. The community's loud response was "no, everyone should get to play that."
"That was the moment for us when we realized this community could be intensely cool to be a part of," Gitelman says. "We've had other communities that weren't as supportive, it just happens, that's the way gaming and the Internet is. This one felt more like a cause. Especially when Shadowrun was mistreated at one point, right? Now here are people saying, 'We want to bring [the series] back, and we want it back the way you've always wanted it. We're committed to this.'"
Funding the "matrix"
When asked about the moment Harebrained's staff realized it was reaching beyond its Kickstarter budget, Gitelman laughs. "One time?" When pressed, he and Weisman agree that above all the other stretches in scope, the design issue that put the game over was the matrix. That's the Shadowrun-specific mechanic in which "deckers," the game's class of hacker, can enter an alternate reality to open doors, turn on security cameras, and so on.
Harebrained toyed with mini-game abstractions of the matrix, turning up mild disappointments every time. "We had a throwdown as a team," Gitelman says, explaining that after the fifth proposal for the matrix, the design room was silent. "One of our designers, he's not the most gregarious guy, finally gestured." Gitelman's voice turns quiet, leaning toward me. "He said, 'This isn't what people want. It's not what people want. This is the wrong thing to do.'"
Gitelman and Weisman, realizing they'd need to allocate more time and money to make the matrix fit seamlessly into Shadowrun's conversation-and-tactical-battle RPG system, took out a loan to make their vision a reality (Harebrained didn't confirm how much). That helped the team get to the point where they could post a 20-minute gameplay preview. Soon after that, a swell of backers appeared, offering more money, along with orders of bagels and pizza delivered to Harebrained's cramped headquarters.
"These guys are buying meals for the team," Gitelman says. "Even more than the food, the feeling, like, when you're down in the trenches and working, there are people who care about what we're doing! It gets you to fight another day."
How do you get such a devoted following for your project? "Here's the secret," Weisman says. "You have to have invented a game 25 years earlier and have a passionate crowd about it. Then you're all set."
It's this very fact that has the team wringing its hands about Golem Arcana. The concept may be steeped in Weisman's ridiculous gaming pedigree, but it's still a new product. It lacks the backing of a classic franchise (or, as in Double Fine's case, a return to a genre that the company hadn't worked on for years).
But watching Weisman and Gitelman scrutinize the Golem Arcana video reveals plenty of Kickstarter wisdom. They know that their pitch video has to hit every beat in a short span of time, arousing excitement without wasting time or confusing anyone. This time, their pitch is a teaser video, meant to build interest before the Kickstarter campaign launches in earnest in "early August." A public reveal of the pre-pre-pre alpha game at next month's board-gaming-crazy Gen Con won't hurt either.
Obviously, returning to Kickstarter is sign enough that they love the crowdfunding platform. Unlike other game designers who have lambasted the concept of stretch goals, Weisman and Gitelman defend them voraciously. "We've been in organizations with this restrictive process," Gitelman says. "Then we've done our own thing, which is very guided, very measured, yet very organic at the same time. Like driving a big, fast car with two fingers on the wheel, right? I can put my other hand on there when I want to, but I don't really want to. It's cooler that way. It's agile development, externalized. Agile crowdfunding. Do you like this? Oh, you don't? Then we won't make it."
The loan for Shadowrun Returns, from the look of it, has been written off as an investment in all future projects. Our time with a preview build has indeed felt like the company spent its money wisely, delivering a rich, well-written campaign, along with a solid tactical battle system that, as Weisman says, resembles "a child of Neverwinter Nights and Xcom in the Shadowrun universe." It also includes a robust editor that early backers have already used to create their own adventures—one of which reverse-engineered the 20-minute pitch video so that players control the bad guys instead.
It's one thing for fans to pre-fund a game; another entirely to pre-generate its modded content. That fact probably bodes well for Golem Arcana.
"Establishing pedigree is a key thing," Weisman says. "Well, it's broader than pedigree. Establishing credibility is the key for Kickstarter. It's the wild west. You throw your money at a project, and you have no idea—there's no recourse. You have to believe based on someone's track record that they're gonna deliver."
"Our job," Gitelman adds, "is to turn [fans] into believers."


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But today I wanted to share with you the purchases I made, and how I navigated my way through the fair. I managed to limit myself to just four purchases, but it was so hard! And it's all about long red hair for me! Here are my winners!...
(top left) .::Exile::. Siren's Call (Reds//20 shades) (250L at Hair Fair - Noirette sim)
(top right) *~*Damselfly*~* Juniper (Dark Reds+Faded//20 shades) (250L at Hair Fair - Blonde sim)
(bottom left) ICONIC STELLA (Vamps//6 shades) (300L at Hair Fair - Redhead sim)
(bottom right) no.match_ NO_DRAMA (Reds//9 shades) (200L at Hair Fair - Redhead sim)
~~** See bigger individual pictures on Flickr! **~~
Other style card credits (especially for my freebie lovers!):
Eyes: * Inkheart * Fish Eyes - Grey (M) (FREE / Summer's Hotter Than Hell Hunt)
Skin: .::WoW Skins::. V2 Stella Darktan CL (FREE / July Group Gift / 350L to join)
Dress: [LAKSHMI] Member's Gift Dress 3'15 (FREE / Group Gift (still available) / Free to join)
Now, given the huge popularity of this event, it is hard to get in to. You are going to deal with lag, that's no question, but getting in is the harder part! I was able to get through all the sims on opening day yesterday, so I have some tips on how to do the Hair Fair, or at least, how I did the Hair Fair!
1) Throw on something with the least amount of scripts. Some people even float around in just a full body alpha and a hairbase. I guess I was a little too vain for that. LOL But I do suggest it.
2) There are several extra landing points for the Hair Fair. I chose the one with the least amount of traffic, which at the time was Streaks (a), but all the additional ones are listed on the website here. This one leads to the Readhead sim. (BTW, each sim is named for a hair color, but it has nothing to do with the color of hair available in each sim!) Here you will see everyone lined up at the entrance, most in a puff of unrezzed smoke! As soon as you hit the new sim, it will bounce you back and send you a message that says, 'You can't enter region "Rhodium". It may be full or restarting soon.' You just need to hold down that up arrow on the keyboard, keep getting bounced back and getting that message over and over again until you get through. This may take a few minutes, and you may look like an idiot, but it works, so just have some patience. Don't let go of that button until you are far into the sim!
3) Make sure you get the Hair Fair notecard or you can refer to the website for the map. I visited each booth in the Redhead sim, picking up the demos I wanted to try along the way. Then I headed to one of the runways, where there are built-in poses, to try them all on away from the other Avis and all the action. I took snapshots saved to my computer to compare them side by side. Then I referred back to the map and flew out and got the ones I wanted before moving on to the next sim. Why? Because you are going to have to follow the same method in step 2 above of holding down the up arrow key to make it into the other sims! Remember you've got three more sims to visit!
Now get out there and shop till you drop! The event ends on July 26th.
Now get out there and shop till you drop! The event ends on July 26th.

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Understanding the essentials of marketing in the digital marketplace
You're walking down the street and you catch sight of a cyber store aligned with desktops displaying the same advertisement on random sites, doesn't that ring any bells? If you've been mind boggled about marketing your business it is time to step inside the world of internet marketing. Give your business an online branding and invite numerous customers to directly slip inside your web page. Making an online presence for your business has certainly become a necessity especially since everyone is on the web! Why depend upon print media when you have the internet brimming with opportunities?
Take your traditional marketing agendas and throw them aside. Adopt a brand new strategy and kick away some competition with just a splash of color, text and professionalism as you build yourself a profile. Whether you're broadcasting your services through a website or interfacing with the audience on a social networking site, the trick is to develop and sustain an online presence. With tons of e-commerce platforms available, you can reach a potential stream of clients online to conduct your business professionally.
Take a Plunge Online for New Flavors of Business Success in the Globally Connected World
If anybody questions your insistence on giving the business an online presence, they're probably your competitors! Watch out because in the volley of sharks you will come across competition which is experienced and ruthless. But once you start, your business will certainly sustain for long. Making your business visible to customers on the web ensures that you can easily communicate with potential clients. An online presence increases customer value, showcases products and services and gives your business a 24hour working experience. While conducting research you'll find that maintaining an online profile gives you the ability to have complete control over business operations and analyze customer feedback. So why should your business have an online presence, let's see –
Business Opportunities – expand the scope of your market
If you think jumping out of your pond and landing into an ocean filled with controversial adversaries is difficult, then you're not cut for being a business tycoon! If you have entrepreneurship skills, hunting for business opportunities should be your main objective. The online web is a valuable source that allows small scale to large scale industries to operate easily and tune in with thousands of customers. Say for example a person is hunting for a decent Italian restaurant or a store for computer hardware, likelihood is that they'll devour the search engines with keywords to obtain the appropriate choice of service. So with an online presence that is marketed and is search engine oriented, you can easily obtain a unique and large customer pool.
Brand Building – registering yourself in the user's mind
Who says you can't build your brand online? The internet is the best platform for introducing your individuality and promoting a legal brand that signifies your proficiency. Potential customers look for brands that have gained popularity and show positive customer feedback. Brand building ensures that your business doesn't lose itself in the long run but grows with the number of sales it makes. Brand building can be promoted by starting a website or by opening a Facebook/Twitter account, both of which are networking sites where a stream of followers can be obtained. Online presence is an extension of your capabilities so if you wish to market your services in front of customers, brand building is the initial phase of your campaign.
Building Customer Relationships – the first steps towards CRM
Sustaining relationships with clients ensures that the popularity of your business grows. With the internet brimming with numerous platforms that enable stable communication and technology availing efficient applications, your business should be worth recommendations. Clients always prefer to visit companies they've had a positive experience with so ensure that you keep your customers updated in regards to changes made in the business. Social media pages invite potential entrepreneurs to experiment with tools that let them interact and engage in conversations that bring forth a heavy clientele.
Improving Company Profile – be counted among the worthiest of businesses
Once upon a time your company might be printing business cards but now with an online presence all you need to do is engage and impress! Nurturing customer relationships enhances online presence especially if you are active and participating. An online presence lets you compete at par with other businesses in the industry. Your main objective is to promote your brand and the more people share or hear about the business, the larger the sales. Such a progressive stretch online allows you to improve your profile, update online presence and channel customers to the ideal suppliers.
Cost Effective – save pounds and increase your operating margins
While you're using a website to create content that is engaging, relevant and informative, think just how cost effective this procedure is? Imagine the cost of printing newsletters as compared to creating one and emailing the content to tons of contacts over the internet! It isn't a surprise that businesses are shifting towards internet marketing so if you have to research your tactics, don't hesitate. If you need an SEO expert, hire one right away! If you're eager to study search engine analytics or research competitive sites, feel free to use a variety of applications and tools. Advertising budget on the web is cheaper as compared to traditional forms of marketing so what are you waiting for?
Measurability – you can't correct what you can't measure!
Growing businesses want credibility from principle partners which can often be an uphill battle. With an online presence such a frustrating task can be simplified when your business has a well designed website that interacts with customers. Posting informative and unique content which is updated through a blog ensures that visitors are never ending. If you want to measure the worth of your online presence, there are tools available that provide information like site visits or page visits, keyword usage and much more to calculate your visibility. If you want to establish an online presence which is effective you must make some investment however it will be lesser than the profits you gain in the long run.
The long and short of it – closing comments
If you've finally decided to get your business out of the closet and inside the world of internet marketing, you'll realize just how wealthy and prosperous it is! Take your business to a whole new level by introducing features like an online chat in your site or creating a fan following on Twitter with respect to your business. With customer services exceeding normal standards, an online presence with a brand name ensures unique identity and productivity. As your online presence grows, potential clients will automatically be directed towards your site. All it takes is a little patience, systematic research and a focused agenda towards marketing the business online!


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Just when I thought it might be a tad too early to post my year of end blog, I found the one from last year, which I posted on 12.21.10. So here's goes this one, without further ado. And bear with me if it seems a bit scattered, as my body clock is still waaaaay outta whack after a trip to Vegas and working last night. As I prefaced the blog last year, I'll update this one if anything life-changing happens between now and next week.
Favourite film: Bill Cunningham New York. I cannot speak highly enough about this documentary of legendary street fashion photographer Bill Cunningham. His employer, The New York Times, funded and produced it, and the quality and depth of exploration they did on his public, professional, and personal life are nothing short of brilliant. I won't say anything more about it, as it needs to be watched to be appreciated. Here's the IMDB link, where there's a trailer for the movie as well: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1621444/
Favourite song: "For the First Time" by The Script. Besides a killer melody and the lead singer's cuttingly soulful voice, the lyrics of this song hit especially close to home for me this year. A snippet: "Oh, these times are hard. Yeah, they're makin' us crazy, don't give up on me baby…" One can watch the music video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPEBN2dVNUY&ob=av2e
Favourite television show: Enlightened. I began watching this HBO show on a bootleg Web site a couple of weeks before the season finale this month, and was immediately hooked. As I wrote on Facebook right after I watched the finale, it's been awhile since I've watched the season finale of a show and immediately yearned for the new season to start. It's just that well-written, acted to perfection, and leaves one thinking about how his/her every day life fits into their God-given place in this world. This show truly is a masterpiece collaboration between Laura Dern, Mike White, Luke Wilson, & Diane Ladd. It's an added bonus that, thanks to critical acclaim and great word of mouth, the show has been nominated for the Golden Globes and has been greenlit for a second season, even as a few other HBO shows like my beloved Bored to Death were cancelled. (I realize I'm not technically supporting the show by watching it bootleg, but at least I get to watch it!)
Favourite Web site:dlisted.com. I actually e-mailed Michael K. the other day and got a response back in less than 24 hours. He's a brilliantly witty writer who makes me cackle daily over his pop culture insights and observations. I don't have a pic of Michael K. (well, I could find one, but the one below that I e-mailed him is funnier). Unless one is an avid dlisted reader, the Alexis Carrington doll in the Santa hat won't be hysterical.
Favourite new Web site: VegasTripping.com has become my go-to source for all thing Vegas-related. While I still love Vegas4Visitors very, very much, VegasTripping's daily updates and their informative, closely regulated message board keep me up-to-the-minute with all things Vegas-y.
Favourite comeback: This one's a bit of a toss-up this year (unlike the last two years, when I noted bad Southern accents and Betty White as 09's and 10's fave comebacks respectively!). I think I'll keep it simple and say that being truly happy has been my favourite comeback in 2011. Learning to take care of myself physically, spiritually, emotionally, and mentally became my top priority, and I'm proud of that.
Favourite catchphrase: I decided to add this category to the list in place of "Favourite unearthed/rediscovered TV show" because, quite frankly, I've unearthed waaaaaay too many shows this year to pick just one favourite. (And most of them were shows I've watched religiously in years past, so I merely rewatched them this year. Though discovering A Fine Romance was a fun find. So yeah, I'll recognize that show even though I've done away with the category!) Back to the catchphrase: I declare a solid tie between, "Blah blah blah Mary Kate & Ashley blah blah blah" & "I will need to speak with Janice." Those of you who know the significance of these phrases understand why I've beat them like a dead hoooooaaaaaarse, and will probably continue to well into 2012.
Favourite memories: I'm going to keep this section purposely vague, as I've been completely overwhelmed by the support of those around me this year. On the same note, I've realized for the first time in my life that I don't need anyone's approval, which is a very tough lesson to learn as a single 31 year-old whose career aspirations have been put on hold over a year after finally getting my degree. No one except God knew where I'd end up emotionally, mentally, and spiritually on 12.22.11, and I'm not even sure I know from one minute to the next where I'll end up (or how I'll feel, for that matter). But realizing that I can choose to do my best to be happy, regardless of my present circumstances, has brought me an unlimited supply of internal peace and joy. If anything, I've learned from my experiences this year to not wait until someone is going through a torrentially tough fight to let them know you're supporting them. We can all do that every day by being good listeners and letting people know we care for them through our actions, not just our words. And that's tough to do in itself, especially in a day and age when we all hide behind our computers and phones instead of spending face-to-face time with the ones we hold dear. I will say this: I got a little taste of heaven from the support I've had from those around me this year. God put people in my path whom I needed to be there, especially some people who were already in my life and just stepped forward a bit more to spend time with me. Those people know who they are, and I've let them know how grateful I am for them. With that being said, I still relish my alone time to browse antique stores, make record bowls, collect matchbooks, and express my thanks to God for providing a safe place to live with crazy affordable rent, a vehicle to get me to a job with good co-workers, and a loving family that just keeps growing and growing. But realizing, first and foremost, that I have to take care of myself (because no one else can do that) is the lesson I needed to learn this year. It's funny how God can use tough times to teach us that lesson, but I've always said I learn best through experience. Here's to a blessed, remarkable, enlightened 2012.
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Last night on CNN's Anderson Cooper, House Oversight Committee Chairman Darrell Issa accused the Obama Justice Department of trying to spin Attorney General Eric Holder's May 3 testimony, when Holder told Congress he had only known about Operation Fast and Furious for "a couple of weeks," after memos surfaced this week showing Holder was briefed nearly a year before he claimed. The Justice Department is trying to make it look like Holder simply didn't understand the question.
Sidenote: Many in the media continue, as Anderson Cooper did, to call Operation Fast and Furious a "botched operation." This operation was not botched, it was carried out exactly as planned.
June 15, 2011
"Allowing loads of weapons that we knew to be destined for criminals, this was the plan. It was so mandated." –Special Agent John Dodson ATF Phoenix Field Division.
Yesterday, I addressed the issue of whether the "same tactics" were used under President Bush as used through Operation Fast and Furious under Obama. Like Issa said in the clip above, we aren't giving any administration a pass, however it is very important to distinguish the difference between tactics used under different administrations and to avoid allowing the mainstream media to falsely turn the heat from Holder to the Bush Administration in order to save the Obama Administration from any responsibility for the lethal program.


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The all-new 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 – leaked images
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The fact that Ducati will be launching a new Scrambler variant is not big news as it is one of the worst-kept secrets in the two-wheeler industry. The new Ducati Scrambler 1100 was supposed to take the mantle of being the most powerful variant in the Scrambler family and was part of the 5 new bikes that were supposed to be unveiled by Ducati at the 2017 EICMA motorcycle show.
The Ducati Scrambler was a light and a nimble looking motorcycle, that isn't the case with the new Scrambler 1100; it looks muscular and brawny with traits of the iconic Ducati Monster. The round headlamp, classically styled tank and curved saddle have been maintained on the new bike as seen on the standard Ducati Scrambler. However, the beefy USD front forks finished in gold, a larger motor that has tightly packed inside the frame, and the chunky twin exhaust mufflers poking from beneath the saddle give the new bike a butch and mean stance. Lot of traits from the Ducati Monster 1100 EVO have been carried forward on the new bike.
Our sources tells that what we are looking at here is the base model of the new Scrambler-1100, but that there will also be an "S" version of the Scrambler 1100 as well, likely fitted with Öhlins suspension and other premium components. There is no word yet on BHP figures for the major of the Scrambler clan, but we would suppose that between Euro4 regulations (which are a nightmare for air-cooled engines) and Ducati's new change on dyno measurements, the Scrambler 1100 makes under 100hp in its stock form. More of a roadster than a scrambler, the Ducati Scrambler 1100 fits attractively between Ducati's present sub-brand offering, as well as the air-cooled Monster 797. With more pictures and details still to come, stay tuned as we learn more about the Ducati Scrambler 1100, and Bologna's other 2018 models.
There's no word on the power figures yet but it is safe to assume that the 1087cc, air-cooled L-twin will deliver around 110PS of power and will be mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The chassis on the new bike is larger than the standard Scrambler to accommodate the new power plant and is a trellis unit. The rear swingarm is also beefier and the new motorcycle features twin Brembo disc brakes at the front as opposed to the single-unit on its smaller sibling. It will be interesting to see whether Ducati offers any electronic aids on the new motorcycle apart from ABS. The Ducati Scrambler 1100 has all the makings to be a fun and no-nonsense motorcycle and the bump in power should make it a hoot to ride. We will be reporting live from the 2017 EICMA motorcycle show and do make sure you follow GreasePress for more updates.


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October 1
There have been difficult moments, too.
—"The It Bird" by Susan Orlean
Dear Dixie,
One less and I'm a mess. It's Ramona. Here she was making class time wonderful since mid-August and in an instant she's already many miles away in a girl's boarding school in the Smokies. Lurlene told all the teachers privately. The problems are not in school, but elsewhere. Sometimes what's really happening in a kid's life is what friends and teachers don't know or see.
Now I'm thinking about Ramona's mother, who we all know so well by now. She's a saint. Every interaction I have had with her this year made me feel better. I'm sure the decision was painful. Every decision you make for a child is painful in some way. Like golf: every shot pleases somebody.
I have an image of Ramona in my mind and she's smiling and being so polite and giggling and working so hard to contribute to class even if her best contribution so far is about gargling coffee. Her parents are so devoted to this child. They would do anything and everything for her … and are doing it.
I have in my desk drawer the little red dog Ramona gave me the very first day of school. Radish the Dog. A red, tan, and black Teenie Beanie. He don't look happy about all this either. The first day of school she ran in here and gave me Radish the Dog and ran back out like she was embarrassed about it. Five minutes later I had her in first period. She always sat in the front row, to my left. Lurlene said if Ramona does well maybe she'll be back for our spring semester. I hope so. I really do.
Anyway. Ramona's gone on.
I feel like I'm rambling and babbling here. But I feel like I deserve an unhinged moment. I just lost one of my favorites.
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Review: 'It Comes At Night'
It Comes At Night | Trey Edward Shults | June 9, 2017
Following his well-received and impressive debut film Krisha, director Trey Edward Shults follows up his harrowing family drama with It Comes At Night – a different family drama of sorts, just set in a lonely isolated state of horror.
It Comes At Night takes place in a post-apocalyptic world, focusing on one family and their fight for survival. They're led by Paul (Joel Edgerton), the patriarch of the family, his wife Sarah (Carmen Ejogo), and their son, Travis (Kelvin Harrison Jr.). We learn that there's some sort of sickness spreading, as the opening scene shows Bud (David Pendleton), Sarah's father, struggling with this illness, with the family making a tough but necessary decision to prevent the illness from infecting them.
There are many new necessities in this world that the family takes in order to stay alive. Their house is boarded up, and there are two sets of locked doors that always stay locked. No one can leave through the ominous red door after locked, as Paul is the only one with the key to unlock it.
As if things aren't tough enough, the unexpected arrival of Will (Christopher Abbott), another survivor who they catch trying to break into the house at night, creates an even more complex situation for Paul. Will claims he too has a family and that they are in desperate need of help in order to survive, pleading with Paul and his family to take them in. Paul does want to help, but he puts his family first and doesn't know if the two families can coexist, or even if he can trust them.
Paul goes with Will to see if his story holds up, and upon returning, he brings back Will, as well as his wife Kim (Riley Keough) and their son Andrew (Griffin Robert Faulkner). At first, the two families establish an idealistic life together, enjoying the company of someone other than their own family. But the film hints at something more sinister when Paul warns his son not to get too used to them being there, as he still wasn't sure if you could trust them.
Edward Shults, who also wrote the script, only hints at the otherworldly horrors or illness haunting this current world. Aside from some creepy and tense dream sequences with long tracking shots down a dark creaky hallway at night, most of the scares are left to the imagination of the viewer. In essence, the real horror in It Comes At Night comes from the humans and their inability to trust one another, as well as the lengths one will go to protect themselves and their own.
It Comes At Night will surely disappoint those who are looking for cheap jump scares (the marketing may mislead some people looking for more mainstream sort of horror, just as The Witch seemed to) or violent bloody gore. This is a simple and subtle psychological horror affair. Shults doesn't dumb it down or provide every answer, but instead trusts his audience to think and fend for themselves, just as his characters do.
The small but effective cast is fronted by the two patriarchs of the family, led by strong performances from Joel Edgerton and Christopher Abbott. Edgerton is great, as usual, and Abbott proves that his decision to leave Girls during its peak was actually quite a smart move. The story actually does unfold from the viewpoint of Kelvin Harrison Jr.'s character Travis, and the young actor offers a quiet but effective performance that the film needs in order to succeed. Carmen Ejogo and Keough shine in their respective roles, with some bigger moments waiting for them during the film's eventual tense climax.
The mood is kept by cinematographer Drew Daniels, who dazzles with some impressive camerawork that has a floaty quality that really keeps you on edge, and immerses the viewer deep into the shadows. The score by Brian McOmber is just as unsettling, really keeping your mind into this bleak and somber world at large.
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October 15, 2008, (unprocessed) 347 items, 1.55 cubic feet; Papers (1870-1981, undated) compiled by Mary Lee Pittman Post, concerning her family, education at Greenville High School and East Carolina Teachers College, and her teaching career at Currituck Elementary School, including photographic prints, correspondence, financial records, printed forms and printed materials relating to the Pittman, Coffield and related families of Currituck, Greenville, Scotland Neck, & Tillery, in Currituck, Pitt, & Halifax counties, North Carolina. See preliminary inventory attached. Donor: Nancy Crowell Post Guthrie
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The centrality of patient choice in the recent political rhetoric of both New Labour and the Conservative Party has prompted a renewed interest in the shift towards a more consumerist conception of health care in the UK. Accordingly, this article reports on early findings from a project in the ESRC/AHRB Cultures of Consumption Programme, exploring how the 'consumer' is constituted in narratives of health reform, and the ways in which policy documents present a particular image of the consumer as a rationale for institutional and cultural change. The article then goes on to look at the ways in which service delivery organisations have responded to New Labour's consumerist imperative. Drawing upon a series of interviews with senior health care managers in two case study locations, the article highlights ways in which choice, responsibility and empowerment have become critical points at which a consumerist orientation is articulated with established professional cultures, and how health organisations have experienced – and attempted to resolve – the tensions that result.
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