Month: April 2024

Go Put Your Records On

Of all music formats, from eight-tracks to cassette tapes, CDs to downloadable files and then streaming, none have ever achieved the caché of the analog king, vinyl records. After a drop in sales for all music-listening mediums, vinyl has seen a resurgence in popularity over the last decade or so. Hipsters love their vinyl, after … Continue reading Go Put Your Records On →

Barbarella, Space Babe

I once read a review of Barbarella (1968), from some long-forgotten blog, that called the titular heroine a “space slut.” That blogger seemed to mean it as a negative thing. Well, we’re decidedly slut-positive around here at the Starfire Lounge, so let’s make it clear we see “space slut” as a positive. There’s been a … Continue reading Barbarella, Space Babe →

Michelle Monday

Released during the glut of mid-1980s fantasy films, Ladyhawke (1985) is a lovely showcase for Michelle Pfeiffer at her most ethereal. The movie is heartfelt and romantic, with two lovers (Michelle and the dearly departed Rutger Hauer) trying to reverse an evil bishop’s curse. Michelle is simply mesmerizing as Isabeau of Anjou (the titular “Ladyhawke”). … Continue reading Michelle Monday →

Hot Shots of the Week: Aqua Velva

Paul Avery: What is that you're drinking? Robert Graysmith: It's an Aqua Velva.You wouldn't make fun of it if you tried it. That exchange from David Fincher’s masterpiece Zodiac (2007) comes to mind here. This model* is sporting a very Aqua Velva inspired, aqua colored lingerie set. And, to take the analogy further, I’m drunk off … Continue reading Hot Shots of the Week: Aqua Velva →