Chelsea on the Rocks FOUR STARS Dir. Abel Ferrara. 2008. R. 88mins. Documentary. Abel Ferrara is not a natural documentarian. He will interrupt his subjects with gruff asides or profane exclamations. His shot choices are haphazard and arhythmic, always cutting against any recognizable beat. Yet Ferrara¹s unconventional methods only manage…

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Notorious indie film director Abel Ferrara, makes a rather appropriate, and mythical return to New York cinema with the much anticipated documentary “Chelsea on the Rocks.” The documentary is a raucous, incendiary, and strangely nostalgic portrait of the legendary Chelsea Hotel. Weaving rare archival footage, with expletive laden interviews that…

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WARNING: Not suitable for children, (or evangelicals:) “Naked hiking in the fresh and healthy air, when the weather is good, is an experience that many people just don’t want to miss out on.” Despite all the fun the people in that great Sigur Ross video look like they’re having (and,…

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As entrepreneurs and business owners, it’s incredibly important for us to stay attune to the world’s financial news. The recognition of trends, niche opportunities and the anticipation of economic movements are nothing short of necessities. However I personally, and I’m sure this resonates with the majority of you reading this, have grown tired of the incessant negativity that is spoon fed the masses daily.