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  1. poetman

    Typewriters in Film

    Hi everyone, Can anyone recommend films (from any period) that showcase typewriters in the film? I like All the President's Men and The Lives of Others, also the recent PBS Masterpiece Any Human Heart was great. What films have typewriters that you all can recommend? Thanks!
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    Typewriters Are Back

    I can't believe this is a legitimate product, but check it out... http://www.usbtypewriter.com/ It was feature in the recent issue of Vanity Fair.
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    philosophies of the late 1940s

    William James' pragmatism and Ayn Rand (sort of)
  4. poetman

    Newspaper/Journalism Films

    WOW! Thanks for all the recommendations. I never heard of any of these titles.
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    Newspaper/Journalism Films

    I love journalism culture--especially during the prime of the 40's newsroom. Can anyone recommend some great journalist themed movies--preferably golden age, but modern would be fine. I know All the President's Men, His Girl Friday, Gentleman's Agreement, and Citizen Kane, but little else. What...
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    Golden Era Asian Films

    Thanks for the recommendations! There's something about the Shanghai in the 30-40's I find so appealing. I think, in part, Asian people have a wonderful sense of honor and the importance of distinction that only amplifies the qualities I admire in the golden era. I've heard of Stray Dog...
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    Golden Era Asian Films

    Any Asian film noirs to recommend? I've been watching a lot of French work by Meliville--I love Le Saurmai and The Army of Shadows.
  9. poetman

    Vintage Style Running shoes

    As a runner, I strongly suggest you get a modern shoe that has a vintage look. The amount of support and stability you'll get will give you a much better run and really support your joints.
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    New Briefcase

    Thanks. I'm really thrilled with the bag. It is the exact style as pictured on the CH website and a fraction of the price. Plus, it's an actual 1945 item. The pictures really show the wear on the bag, but when I received it in the mail, I was so surprised at how inconspicuous the scratches were...
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    New Briefcase

    Well, I finally bought a new (1945) briefcase. I'm thrilled with this one. My ideal brief was this Custom Hide: http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_kzzLM2wUVXY/Syhg94OWGYI/AAAAAAAAA2o/W-3q-g3nHFE/s400/CH_1945.jpg But after seeing pictures on websites and from CH themselves about how different...
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    Typewriter Paper

    Does anyone know what kind of paper was commonly used for typewriters. I always see golden era pictures (even more modern ones) of writers writing long hand or with a typewriter, using blank loose leaf paper. Any idea what kind(s)? Someone once suggested that Big Chief pads were popular for...
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    Golden Era Asian Films

    Thanks for the recommendations. Any modern period pieces come to mind?
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    Golden Era Asian Films

    I like period pieces that are set in Asia. I really enjoyed "The White Countess," "Lust Caution," "In The Mood For Love," and "The Painted Veil." Can anyone recommend other films (vintage or modern) that display the golden era set in the Asian continent? Thanks!
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    Let's See Your Vintage Inspired Office!

    Doran, Thanks for all the photos! That place looks awesome! I especially like the cinder blocks for bookshelf space. I recently bought some slabs of wood at Lowe's and did something similar. Again, thanks for sharing--it looks really nice!!!
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    Ideas for Vintage Decor

    Thanks for the recommendations. I try to pick up ideas from old films, but I guess it depends on the movie. I saw End of the Affair with Ralph Fiennes and Julianne Moore--a fantastic film--and Fiennes' apartment is really great. In fact, I got the idea for the built-in bookcases from that film.
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    Ideas for Vintage Decor

    Thanks for all the great post--especially the photos! I have two questions: 1) what should I do with my bookcases? What would provide a more vintage atmosphere built-in shelves or standard bookcases? (What type of wood/color? I don't want to overdo the browns?) I tend to lean toward the...
  20. poetman

    Old Thread on Living Vintage

    Thanks, Phantom, but this was a specific thread that detailed the extent to which people lived vintage lives. Some people had no tvs, vintage kitchens, etc. There were a good amount of photos and other details. I'm surprised more members haven't recalled the thread. I tried searching for it, but...
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    Old Thread on Living Vintage

    Does anyone remember this thread? If not, can anyone suggest a good way to search for it? I know it was about the degree to which members kept vintage lifestyles. I'm pretty sure there were some pictures too. Thanks all!
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    Ideas for Vintage Decor

    I've been looking for some ideas on how to setup an office/man-room with a vintage 40's feel. My problem is I don't what resources to look for. I took out a few books on Art Deco and 1940's interiors and found nothing useful to decorating this room. What resources have you all used to vintagize...
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    "Good" Movie

    I know! The dvd is available on Amazon for a region 2 format, but I can't find it anywhere in this country! I contacted the distributor--nothing! The guy I spoke to surmises there might be some legal battle between the producers that halted dvd distribution!

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