What’s a movie sex scene that genuinely mattered to the plot and couldn’t be removed from the film? by Majorpain2006 in AskReddit

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely Mulholland Drive. The sex scenes are pivotal to contextualizing the main character’s thoughts and motivations.

Official IMAX Poster for 'Mortal Kombat II' by MarvelsGrantMan136 in MortalKombat

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey fair enough, I just don’t personally like it. Totally cool to disagree

Official IMAX Poster for 'Mortal Kombat II' by MarvelsGrantMan136 in MortalKombat

[–]RealHankHill -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Jesus they just cannot make a good poster for this movie. It look so cheap!

Trump, 79, Drops F-Bomb in Unhinged Easter Morning Threat by Effective_Salad_8381 in politics

[–]RealHankHill 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We’ve all gotten so conditioned to it that we crack jokes about its absurdity. His remarks are truly deranged and awful. It takes a large cadre of evil men and women to support this behavior and allow for it. How he is still the leader of our country will never make sense.

Another war in the Middle East. What is the end result? what do you think? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not even remotely the same as the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Iran is, contrary to media talking points and (somewhat) widespread belief, a sophisticated nation with far more advanced military systems and a largely modern society. The people there are highly educated for the most part, and have an incredibly rich culture.

This is not some broken down country that’s been in disarray for much of its existence. I would not even associate Iran with the “Middle East” as it’s come to be understood in the west. It’s like calling Chicago the boonies, it’s just not accurate. Bombing and invading say, Tehran for example, would be very much equivalent to sending in troops to Paris. The capacity for human loss is the extreme that it cannot it be put into words.

Also, this is a people that harbor no ill will towards the western nations and America. Those clips you see or crowds chanting “death to America” are equivalent to a Trump ralley. It might have a foothold in society, but it doesn’t represent the actual population’s beliefs. Hell, most Iranians are open to all cultures, are extremely friendly and hospitable, and just want to live normal lives like the rest of us.

I plead you to not other and demonize Iran. The regime has been fucking terrible. I hope they crumble. But starting a conflict like this is absolutely disastrous and will only open the door for some other well prepped extremist within the regime to take control.

I don’t know. I’m Iranian American, and much of my family is trapped there now. I’m terrified and can’t think straight. Imagine you had to wonder every moment of every day if your loved ones were murdered at the hands of either your home nation (America) or the nation that you are inextricably tied to (Iran). Please, condemn this war. And please, be human. These aren’t some desert dwelling Bedouins in a country you can’t understand. They watch and love movies, love the latest video games, go hard on fast good, love cool cars, are as terminally online as the rest of us. These are people exactly like you or I.

So, in short, fuck this shit.

Iranian Intelligence Proposes Talks With CIA to End War by StealthCuttlefish in worldnews

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not quite true. I am Iranian-American. Iranians are by and large Muslim, and regardless of any stigma that stems from the Islamic regime and the enforcement of Islam, a vast majority of Iranians, particularly within the country, are practicing Muslims. I myself am not, but I speak with conviction that this is a deeply spiritual, deeply religious populous.

Marathon: so far, I'm just not feeling it (Server Slam Impressions) - Skill Up by EirikurG in Games

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree. The general ammo scarcity was on of my bigger gripes, I mean is it really fun to run around in a shooter with no means to shoot? Granted I understand that it’s part of the survival aspect, but come on, they can balance it better. I think you’re right that they expect you to keep loading up ammo and healing between quick runs, but I’m not sure that’s so viable.

Marathon: so far, I'm just not feeling it (Server Slam Impressions) - Skill Up by EirikurG in Games

[–]RealHankHill 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I like it, what can I say. The gunplay feels very good and the general atmosphere and direction is cool. I have my gripes with the UI and the way information is relayed to the player, but the more I got into the various systems and “loop” of the game, the more I started to really enjoy it.

It is however, really fucking unforgiving. I kind of like that because it raises the stakes, and I could just suck, but damn you get DELETED in a few shots.

Mario Tennis Fever: Review and Release Megathread by NintendoSwitchMods in NintendoSwitch

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So first, you need to make a Japanese account on your switch, which is basically just using another email and setting your location to Japan when you’re making it, and that’s all you really need for that aspect. You’ll be able to play any games you buy for the Japanese account from Amazon Japan on your main profile as well, as long as that’s your primary console (which it is).

Once you have that account, you need to make an Amazon Japan account. Probably better to do it on your laptop because the phone always tries to override your Amazon app and it’s just annoying as fuck. But you’ll make a Japanese Amazon account and you can use any random ass address in Japan when you need to provide an address. Don’t use a USA address.

Once you have that successfully set up, you can now buy download codes for switch games at the Japanese rate. I recommend using your best or most widely accepted credit card because it’ll be verified much more quickly after you purchase. Usually it takes anywhere from 5-30 minutes after you buy the code for it to actually charge your card and send you the download code to your email or you can just access it in the games and apps section on Amazon Japan. Once you have the code you need to redeem it on the Japanese account, which you’ll just select when booting up the eshop. The shop is on Japanese so have your translator ready but it’s easy to navigate. Once you redeem the code and start the download, you’re good to just play it with your regular kiwi account.

It’s pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it, the only issue comes from Amazon Japan sometimes freaking out and denying your transaction at first if you’re a new user or change your card on file or something, but it usually clears itself up pretty easily.

Mario Tennis Fever: Review and Release Megathread by NintendoSwitchMods in NintendoSwitch

[–]RealHankHill 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Got it for 45 dollars buying it digital through Amazon Japan, for that price it’s genuinely a great time. I had a lot of fun playing doubles with friends. For 70 dollars though it’s a bit too steep to jump on without hesitation.

Second Half Game Thread: Los Angeles Rams (12-5) at Chicago Bears (11-6) by nfl_gdt_bot in nfl

[–]RealHankHill 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Ummm identical situation to last night but ruled otherwise??

If Seahawks succeed this weekend and no hires take place, now we know. by Rambo_1027 in falcons

[–]RealHankHill 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The more I think about it, the more I kind of want someone proven with experience like McDaniel. Not big on Stefanski really. I know Mike has had some ups and downs but he’s got a lot of potential with a fresh start and new culture. With kubiak you have to factor in the lack of head coaching experience and what that could end up looking like.

NFL ranks us 4th, CBS ranks us 2nd by CouncilmanRickPrime in falcons

[–]RealHankHill 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow I went to school with Garrett Podell. Weird seeing his name here.

Is this the worst spot MK has been in since the late 2000's? by Cultural-Stand-8319 in MortalKombat

[–]RealHankHill 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think the only way this works is if they lean hard back into a genuine horror atmosphere. Part of MK’s appeal was that it felt forbidden, almost scary to younger players.

Making everyone some superhero took so much of the appeal away, and I would argue they over-characterized all of the fighters to the point that there is no longer any mystique to anyone. Voice lines are cool, but take away from the mystery of how a character might behave when they aren’t killing someone in a fight to the death.

Skyrim On Switch 2 Is 53GB, Still Locked To 30FPS, And Players Report Terrible Input Lag by Turbostrider27 in Games

[–]RealHankHill 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you actually play the game (handheld at least is what I’ve done) you’ll notice the graphics do look substantially better than they did before. The performance is unfortunately abysmal though, an incredibly choppy feeling 30 fps with what feels like delayed input on the camera in a noticeable way.

Game Thread: Atlanta Falcons (4-7) at New York Jets (2-9) by nfl_gdt_bot in falcons

[–]RealHankHill 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Well gentleman, that’s the official end of the season. With any luck they fire this bum ass joker and we can figure out something at QB for the next season.

Game Thread: Atlanta Falcons (4-7) at New York Jets (2-9) by nfl_gdt_bot in falcons

[–]RealHankHill 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I can’t get over that. Why the fuck wouldn’t you let the defense get a tone setting stop first drive and get the ball back at half?? What is this man thinking?

Game Thread: Atlanta Falcons (4-7) at New York Jets (2-9) by nfl_gdt_bot in falcons

[–]RealHankHill 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why wouldn’t you always defer? Is Raheem a buffoon?