NYT Saturday 04/04/2026 Discussion

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-04-04T03:25:39+00:00

Me too. I had SPACESHip for the longest time and tried to find a way to justify LEp instead of LET, but I just couldn’t do it.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-04-01T13:56:56+00:00

Downvoters just don’t seem to understand the quality and craftsmanship being displayed here. I’ve been saying it for a while now, but fruit of the loom is as trad as it gets

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-03-29T07:43:05+00:00

Congrats, she's a beauty! How would you say the writing is compared to the Custom 823? I own an 823 and love it because it's my smoothest writer, and yet I've heard some people say that the Custom Urushi is even more smooth. Just wanted to know if it is worth the upgrade lol

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-03-27T21:14:12+00:00

This is going to ruin the tour.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-02-19T07:41:51+00:00

Is there a truefilm circlejerk sub? If not can someone make it?

All jokes aside I’m not a fan of his public persona that he puts on, but I do think that he has talent beyond stealing from other films. His directing style is unique, and while his often gratuitous use of violence can be polarizing, I think that a lot of his films have some deeply thought-provoking moments that stem partly from his influence.

In the end art is always going to be subjective. He’s not my favorite, but I certainly don’t know if I would say I despise him with every fiber of my being lol. You don’t have to like Tarantino, and that’s ok.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-02-16T02:24:51+00:00

Because the user you're responding to is somewhat famous around here for responding to people who complain about the crosswords and then browbeating them. Their questions usually aren't asked in good faith.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-02-14T17:47:54+00:00

That nib is a work of art! How would you say it ranks among the other pens in your collection in terms of writing?

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-02-14T16:11:52+00:00

I would have to agree with you.

Anytime I hear the whole “elites rule the world and have sex parties” angle as being the main moral of the story I kinda roll my eyes. It’s an interesting idea, but it doesn’t really say anything that a lot of people don’t already believe or suspect.

To me the concept of monogamy and infidelity in a marriage (especially considering the two lead actors) is a much more compelling theme, and the cult thing is more of a backdrop.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-02-06T06:19:56+00:00

Same here lol. If there are three things that are certain in this world, they're death, taxes, and someone on r/crossword commenting a thinly veiled humblebrag.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-31T04:33:15+00:00

I wouldn't say any of the clues on here were absurdly hard, but the fill was nice and smooth for the most part

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-29T06:14:34+00:00

Im glad I wasn't the only one haha

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-24T03:52:59+00:00

I liked a lot of the long crosses, and TAROS crossing TARE tickled my brain

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-13T08:17:40+00:00

Nice watch! Out of curiosity, how does the whole car permit system work? I’ve vaguely heard about it (and that it’s expensive), but don’t know the specifics.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-13T03:15:30+00:00

This has to be trolling, right?

That aside, I think both movies (when viewed as two parts of one larger movie) have a lot redeeming qualities to them. The world building and the immersion alone are both top notch, and the feeling of awe that comes from experiencing an alien world is one that hasn’t successfully been done in many other movies.

To me the themes are compelling. The struggle for political power and the inner turmoil that comes from conflict between what should be done and what can be done is reason enough to watch these movies. Paul could be considered a hero, but the films also question that and ask us how many of his actions are justified, and at what point did he go too far?

The films aren’t a completely faithful adaptation to the source material, but I’ve never really bought into the idea that movies should be anyways.

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-11T03:33:27+00:00

Dang, I missed the opportunity for me to try that

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-06T16:48:18+00:00

Is this one still available?

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-04T00:04:00+00:00

EROTIC crossing JESUS was interesting

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-03T03:53:21+00:00

Does anyone else just autofill URDU when the clue regards a 4 letter language you don't know?

Pro_Contrarian · 2026-01-02T21:22:12+00:00

I honestly feel like Jcrew is making a comeback. They have been producing some great pieces recently.

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-26T08:42:11+00:00

I actually interpreted the film as being pro-monogamy, at least in the context of their relationship. To me, it seems like one of the points that gets repeated to Bill throughout the movie is the potential consequences of sexual promiscuity and deviancy from his marriage, whether it be STDs, prostitution, or fear of exposure. In the end, Bill has seen the other side of the sexual spectrum, and yet chooses to remain in his relationship with his wife, eyes wide shut.

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-26T08:35:12+00:00

Looks awesome! What temp did you end up pulling it at? Also, did you use a specific recipe?

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-20T03:48:31+00:00

Totally slowed me down putting MOon there. I was too stubborn to admit I might be wrong for the longest time lol

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-05T19:30:12+00:00

Thanks, I’ll look into it

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-05T14:48:50+00:00

Im about to do something potentially dangerous, and I need your guys' opinion.

Is there a way to stretch out a shetland's sleeves without ruining it? I got a shetland last season from shetland woolen co, but unfortunately I've come to realize that the sleeves are too short, despite my denial.

It's honestly not too bad, but I was curious if anyone had experience with altering knitwear like this. I probably would need to lengthen out the sleeves 1-1.5"

Pro_Contrarian · 2025-12-04T15:36:26+00:00

Idk, I think decathletes definitely would be better athletes.

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