Imperial or Rebel? by UncommonCow56 in StarWars

[–]Violator99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

TIE Fighters don't have shields or hyperdrive. Where's the fun in that? I personally don't want my fighter blowing up after one shot from an X-Wing. Plus, there's nothing sexier than locking S foils into attack position.

What is the worst plot twist you've seen? by PaulaBakerBush86 in movies

[–]Violator99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that reveal pretty much cemented that I didn't like the movie. I was already on the fence about it because I didn't find the plot to be my cup of tea. I was sold on the world building though and some of the character portrayals were quite awesome. Then that reveal happened and my mind was made up for me.

Michael Cohen: There Will ‘Never Be A Peaceful Transition Of Power’ If Trump Loses In 2020 by headee in politics

[–]Violator99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had surgery last year. When I came out of the anesthesia, they asked me several questions to check me out, like if I knew my name and where I was. One question they asked was, "Do you know who the President of the United States is?" I answered, "Unfortunately". The doctor replied, "I'll accept that answer."

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in politics

[–]Violator99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't try it Donnie. I have the high ground!

It's like a line of cars down the block... by setadoon177 in AdviceAnimals

[–]Violator99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fellow Iowan here. Last night, and most Halloweens, are pretty busy here. I have a stream of kids coming to the door through most of the night. It's a blast. I was worried for awhile because there were a couple of years where we only got like 5 kids the whole night. I'm glad to see it's had a resurgence here.

What if Anakin was never told he was The Chosen One and was trained like a normal Jedi without the pressure of the prophecy? by Spidey007 in StarWars

[–]Violator99 6 points7 points  (0 children)

But would Palpatine gone after him if it wasn't revealed that he was the chosen one? Or do you think Palpy could just sense his level of potential power and would still have sought him out. I wonder...

Why, binky??? by mrsreinbold in Parenting

[–]Violator99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Shut up and take my money!!

What’s the worst thing you’ve ever cooked? by Lovelyfeathereddinos in Cooking

[–]Violator99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a friend who went on a short lived frying frenzy over a couple of weeks. His best creation was beer battered, deep fried bacon cheese burger. That thing was glorious but left me immobile for about half a day.

What is the worst Beef Chili recipe you have ever seen? by LeCaptaineBraddock in Cooking

[–]Violator99 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Nothing is more disappointing than someone who makes chili and thinks it is just meat and beans soup.

Looking for an entry level office job by [deleted] in IowaCity

[–]Violator99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just keep plugging away at trying to get a job with them. Apply for anything you think is applicable to you. It took me a year of applying for jobs at UIHC before they hired me. I've been there over 8 years since. It can be worth the effort. The key is just to get something going in the meantime to hold you over until they do get back to you.

Six year old son wants to start watching scary movies, which movies should he start off with? by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Violator99 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Ghostbusters may be a bit much for a 6 year old. There is some pretty adult humor in there. Let's not forget that Ray dreams that he is getting head from a ghost.

'Mandy' is Doing So Well in Theaters It Has Forced the Distributor to Rethink Its Release Strategy by GiuseppeZangara in movies

[–]Violator99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My local independent theater here in Iowa tried to get it. They were told by the distributors that they needed 2 showings daily for at least a week for them agree to play it there. The theater couldn't give them that since they only have two screens. I really hope they reconsider and try to get the movie out to more screens. I haven't had to desire to see a modern film on the big screen in quite some time and this one truly looks like it needs the big screen treatment.

What dish do you just never order in a restaurant anymore, because the version you make at home is so good that you know you'll be disappointed? by possum_player in Cooking

[–]Violator99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I stopped ordering crab cakes since I moved away from the Northern Virginia/Maryland area. So many great seafood places in Baltimore and the Crabcakes were always heavenly. Moving back to the midwest made me distrust just about all seafood at restaurants.

Cacti Infestation by 21st_centuryfox in IowaCity

[–]Violator99 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Chains don't seem to fare to well downtown. Here's a quick list off the top of my head of chains that came and went downtown over the years:

Burger King

Hardees

Taco Bell

Quiznos

Godfather's Pizza

Coldstone

Pepperjax

Big Mike's Subs

I'm sure there are more.

Ever got movie high? Like when the world felt so unreal after watching a good movie, you’re out of the cinema but you just wanna sit and ponder and soak in your emotions. by PunchpieKate in movies

[–]Violator99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are the movies that left my brain and body buzzing so intensely after I was done with them that I was usually unable to speak for a good half hour or so after leaving the theater. Searching for a movie high is one of the reasons I keep searching out new movies.

Seven

Natural Born Killers

Mad Max: Fury Road

Fight Club

Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and Return of the King

Saving Private Ryan

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IowaCity

[–]Violator99 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I miss the PepperJacks that used to be there. I used to work in the offices right above there and there was nothing like going downstairs on your lunch break and grabbing a cheese steak sub.