Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread Sean Linkenback
I am very surprised that we haven't seen any reviews/talk about Cinevent either during or after the show. Would certainly love to know from people that went how they did or didn't enjoy it. I have been extremely tied up since I got back, but will be happy to contribute my own review shortly

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread Phil Edwards
But, but, but that would entail talking about movie posters, and lobby cards and stuff like that. - Original Message - From: Sean Linkenback To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Sent: Monday, June 07, 2010 4:34 PM Subject: Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread Bruce Hershenson
While we are on the subject, how about a review of the auction that was held in conjunction with the show? On Mon, Jun 7, 2010 at 3:18 AM, Phil Edwards p...@cinemarts.com wrote: But, but, but that would entail talking about movie posters, and lobby cards and stuff like that. -

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread John Waldman
Holding a door for a woman is just a thing of the past now.  I always do it when I see a lady in back of me, but I don't think I get a the what are you up? look.  I think it's just a look of surprise that I'm doing such a thing in this day and age.   You should see the looks I get when I open

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread Richard Halegua Comic Art
John I used to have a girlfriend who cocktails at the Tropicana when we were seeing each other, I always held the door to my car for her. well, I went out of town and when I came back she told me she went to a movie with her friend Evelyn. So Liz walks over to the car and she's just standing

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-07 Thread Greg
I have no idea what you're talking about, Bruce, and it's none of your goddamned business anyway. I'm perfectly fine, ya big dork. Go auction something and get out of my grill. Greg Douglass Bruce Hershenson wrote: Is it my imagination or are many movie poster discussion group members *REALLY

[MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Bruce Hershenson
Is it my imagination or are many movie poster discussion group members *REALLY *testy as of late? Not just here, but on that one those who mainly collect newer posters frequent, allposterforum, so it covers all types of collectors. And what accounts for it? The Great Recession? The Implosion of

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread jim episale
Not many just the same old few Check out our shop video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-n2AznLA8o http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-n2AznLA8o http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCP7PaO-2tkfeature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCP7PaO-2tkfeature=related

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread P Molitor
I blame the internets.   --Peter --- On Sun, 6/6/10, Bruce Hershenson brucehershen...@gmail.com wrote: From: Bruce Hershenson brucehershen...@gmail.com Subject: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late? To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Date:

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Bubba Despres
I don't know. I got kicked off the allposterforum mainly because I asked a simple question (basically if there was anyone here who collected vintage posters) and some of the members there got wicked pissed and I wouldn't play their BS game. Supposedly they started that forum so they would be

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Franc
I think a general lack of civility is everywhere, not just in on-line forums. FRANC -Original Message- From: MoPo List [mailto:mop...@listserv.american.edu] On Behalf Of Bruce Hershenson Sent: Sunday, June 06, 2010 4:41 PM To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Subject: [MOPO] Is it my

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Tom Martin
I know This...the proliferation Of lottery ticket trash can art By me... Ive managed to piss of the entire world because it was like saying there no santa by laughing at the mega millions... see my ad on ebay under seller dreamfactory and you will get it Bruce... I unlocked the pandoras

[MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Holiday Russell
My vote is for the summer heat, Bruce. The sun's turned to broil here in Florida. Holiday Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Franc fdav...@verizon.net Date: June 6, 2010 4:56:26 PM EDT To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Subject: Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many

[MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Holiday Russell
You did not get kicked off of APF Louie. Why would you say that? Holiday Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Bubba Despres bu...@americandisposables.com Date: June 6, 2010 4:54:30 PM EDT To: MoPo-L@LISTSERV.AMERICAN.EDU Subject: Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many

[MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Holiday Russell
The site gets about 35 spambot registrations a day, Sean. Sometime we miss a real registration in the mix. If you, and anyone else who's had that problem, reregister, we'll watch for it. Or, email me directly the username you wish to have and I'll do it manually for you and follow up

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Richard Halegua Comic Art
At 01:56 PM 6/6/2010, Franc wrote: I think a general lack of civility is everywhere, not just in on-line forums. FRANC I couldn't agree more with this the reality is that when you have certain tv stations, radio hosts and other leaders spilling vitriol on a daily basis it permeates

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread jim episale
Rich I couldn't agree more its gotten so its not worth stating a view unless you want to listen to a tirade from those that disagree and even those that agree. Back in the sixties when I was quite active in politics we would strongly support our cause and end up in the same bars enjoying a drink

Re: [MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Fwd: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread JOHN REID Vintage Movie Memorabilia
Holiday Re spambots, I had a similar problem on my website with spammers constantly registering and then adding comments that were advertising their dubious products. I added a capture code to the registration form and that has (hopefully) stopped them for the time being. The code requires you

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread JOHN REID Vintage Movie Memorabilia
I havent seen any real change in MoPo. There have always been times when people get testy over various issues. Anyone who posts an opinion should be prepared to accept that some may not agree with that opinion. Website: www.moviemem.com JOHN REID VINTAGE MOVIE MEMORABILIA PO Box 92 Palm

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Doug Taylor
The biggest change I've seen in MOPO is how little movie poster conversation takes place and how much conversation takes place about how MOPO has changed. Seriously. I love MOPO, but we seem to forever be talking about what MOPO has become. Regards DBT

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Steven Yafet
Me too. Civility seems to have eroded everywhere. Many times I pick up multiple packages from my post office box and I can count on less than three fingers how often people coming in will hold the door. Nathalie On Sun, Jun 6, 2010 at 5:38 PM, Richard Halegua Comic Art sa...@comic-art.com

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Richard Evans
We're in agreement. I think. You and Phil disagreed with on it, and carried on disagreeing back. Giving my opinion. My last post wasn't meant to ill natured, or read as testy, but I prefer not to use these: : ) Anyway, more interesting topic on the go now. On 6 Jun 2010, at 23:10, JOHN

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread JOHN REID Vintage Movie Memorabilia
Hi Richard My comment was only general and not in reference to the Kiss of Death discussion at all. I didnt think your comments were in any way ill natured and I can certainly see your point that the one sheet is actually quite unique. I just like the art on the daybill but in the end its all

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Richard Evans
Thanks John, yep, just wasn't sure what the original testy alert came about for. And yes, I'm happy disagreeing on/discussing posters. Anyway back on topic, good manners, and I can't help thinking of a little old lady in a wheelchair being helped down the stairs. On 7 Jun 2010, at

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Glenn Taranto
I was going to say when I hold the door open, for anyone wo may be entering, I see if they say thank you. Most don't. However, I'm never surprised but always disappointed when there's no response at all. As if I weren't even there! Happens more than you'd think... Invariably I laugh and

Re: [MOPO] Is it my imagination or are many movie poster forum members REALLY testy as of late?

2010-06-06 Thread Tom Martin
I think we shoudl hold doors open for everyone serving our fellow friend and neighbor is a way to show respect, care and love,,, it may be just the perk to get that person to help someone else.. and then it gets a energy going... there are so many things we can do its endless I gave a