A lot of trailers, and I get that their point is to sell the film, are almost too good.

I would watch this movie, I did not enjoy watching the movie that actually got made.

https://youtu.be/9ix7TUGVYIo

Fun fact it's where they filmed Last Jedi. Say what you like about the films, they do pick good locations.

The effects are one of the bits which were revolutionary, but seriously go back and watch it with a critical eye.

Its not a good film. If anything its a forgettable chase film which, without Empire, would have been a footnote. I'm not being flippant. It's not good.

So.... the first Star Wars movie is not good.

Its terrible by almost every metric. The only reason we remember Star Wars fondly is because of Empire.

I know it will never happen, but I would really like them to accept that they fucked up RoS and go back and give it another go as a series, which will likely be cheaper than a movie.

Keep TFA and TLJ because for all their flaws they are consistent. Just pretend RoS didn't happen and try again. Make it a series and call it an alternative timeline, or "What If..." Or whatever. Just finish the trilogy properly.

After all these years and I'm still learning about the hidden references in this show. Ok this one isn't so hidden, but I never would have guessed.

Because its an appropriate place for it to be shared?

The sub would be very empty if nobody shared their fuckups...

I can believe it with Stallone. People think he's stupid because of the way he speaks and his paralysis in his face, but when you listen to him he's wicked smart. Not saying that I agree with him on all things, mind you.

That rear wheel is looking a little flat.

This is the internet sir, there's no scope for forgiveness, contrition, or rehabilitation. Once you've done something bad, no matter how minor, this is how you will be remembered for the remainder of your days and beyond.

Oh absolutely. Yes The Teradrive was better, but that's not saying much as it also wasn't good, it's just the Amstrad version was utterly terrible.

Ah, but did you know about the PC with a Sega Mega Drive built into it?

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amstrad_Mega_PC

Something I never thought I needed to know, be and frankly don't, but find rather compelling.

Depends. Do you have access to a car to practice between now and then?

If not, no. You'll almost certainly fail. You won't have the practice needed to understand how to control the car, even if you know the theory.

If you do, read thoroughly whatever handbook your country has and take a few online practice tests of your knowledge. Get out as often as you can in the car, even if it's just going round a car park. Getting on the actual road is much better. If you can do that, you'd probably be fine.

I'm not sure he does treat the west any different - he treats people that don't lick his boots different.

He has ordered the murders of his own citizens. Litvinenko, Anna Politkovskaya, Sergei and Yulia Skripal spring to mind. Then there's this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_journalists_killed_in_Russia

I'm very much someone who has wanderlust, and the film connects with me on a very deep level. I love it.

Annoyingly there are two versions of the film. One slightly longer version where all the pieces slot together nicely. There's also the British theatrical version was pre-cut during post-production to secure a PG rating. This version was the one released worldwide - and it doesn't make a lot of sense. Some key scenes are missing.

No, I'm saying the opposite. The West shouldn't have expected him to behave towards us any differently than he treats anyone else.

That last one is a lesson the West should have learned about Putin a long time ago.

Ginger tea works well.

If that's not on the cards go sit somewhere quiet and swallow. Literally swallow. For about five minutes then you'll be fine.

Whilst I'm also certain that Russia is collapsing, can we also compare to, let's say St. Petersburg?

I think that's a Jimmy Carr joke.

He said he thinks he's already written and said the joke which will end his career. Considering he weathered the storm about not paying taxes that's going to be an exceptional joke.

https://youtu.be/TcBRePwOPPI

First things first, why do you think it's a total loss?

Secondly what are you spending the rest of it on?

This is important. If you need to, do. If there's additional waste that's up to you but that's also ok.

Oh no! We'll be taxed for the massive profits we make on a global scale causing massive damage

Don't get your feet measured at Sports Direct. Many years ago I worked at a shoe store (Stead and Simpsons... Remember them?) and the training was always terrible. From what I understand SD aren't any better.

Go to an independent running store. One which will also look at your gait as well as the actual size of your feet. A decent one will also video you and show you how you move.

Well done them.