Apple’s iPod Touch ‘Samazed’ and CES 2008 goodies



This is my first (late?) post of 2008! I finally got a few minutes to present you the ‘gadget’ of the year: iPhone Touch. First I wanted an iPhone like almost everyone, but since I can’t take photos with it, it couldn’t replace my actual phone so I decided to wait for the next iPhone generation. Until now, I used my phone to listen ... More

Tall oaks from little acorns grow

With only a few hours left before 2008, I find myself, as I do every year, reflecting on the highs and lows of the past twelve months. As we approach the tradition of New Year’s resolutions, I look back with hope that the coming year will bring meaningful progress. I’m not saying each new year is worse than the last, but the improvements often feel ... More

My book: beyond the World of Sama

I’m not really into Christmas celebrations to say the least but a while ago I promised I would give you access to an extract of my book, and this post comes right on time to be a ‘Christmas Gift’. So the registered regulars will receive within the hour an email containing a link, providing access to a ‘secret page’ on this ... More

When Gaddafi met Sarkozy: faked orgasm?

I usually don’t comment french political facts, but since this blog is about my work, projects AND thoughts, this post fits in. French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on television everyday and he is described as a workaholic. It is not a decease, it could even be a harbinger for presidential ambitions. So if you’re worried because your young boy ... More

Jacques Tati: timeless comedy and satire with Mr Hulot

Jacques Tati was born in October 1907, and 2007 is the 100th anniversary of his birth. We are now in December, and it is not too late (yet) to celebrate this anniversary and mention some of his movies. A few days ago, I had the opportunity to meet with Tati’s niece, Macha Makeieff. She manages Tati’s artistic patrimony and she created Les Films ... More

Rosemary Clooney: time doesn’t go by…

First time I heard Hugh ‘Peanuts’ Whalum was a year ago, autumn 2006. I already shared with you what I felt when I first heard him sing: ‘I’ll Close My Eyes’ (When I heard Hugh “Peanuts” Whalum, I closed my eyes…), and I mentioned several other (mostly jazz) singers I use to listen to. Among them are Dinah Washington, ... More

Curb Your Enthusiasm: Pretty, pretty, pretty good!

The tagline for Curb Your Enthusiasm is: “Deep inside, you know you’re him.” And let’s be honest—we all have a little bit of Larry David in us. I know quite a few people who would definitely see pieces of themselves in him (and no, I’m not naming names). I loved Seinfeld, so when Curb premiered in 2000, I was thrilled to see Larry David’s ... More

Creative process on travel: a Notebook, a pen and a phone

People often ask me where I get my inspiration, and I always like to say: “Everything is—already—in my notebooks!” I’m not that old, but I didn’t grow up with computers. Back then, if I wanted to remember something, I had to write it down. The huge anchor near the swimming pool, the leather watchstrap maker’s workshop, the smell of oil ... More

From Scarface to Smokin’ Aces: the art of the gun scene

I love gunfight scenes in movies, but very few directors have truly mastered the art of the gun scene. I was young when I first saw Tony’s death scene in Scarface (1983), and it was both shocking and thrilling (read more about my Scarface experience here). Tony knows he’s going to die, but he goes out firing, hurling insults as if he’s invincible. ... More

Call of Duty 4 and Halo 3 video game party tonight!

I enjoy playing video games but I didn’t have a lot of spare time to sit down and start a game recently. So I decided to take action and put back on track the video game parties. While some people are going out eating and dancing in noisy and hip crowded places on Saturday night, I will be at home with friends, playing video games, and nothing nor ... More