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  1. Joe Wong

    Hulu We Were The Lucky Ones

    After the stellar A Small Light (2023), we decided to go straight into another story about the Holocaust during WW2. Similar to A Small Light, it shows the bonds of family, even when hundreds of miles apart, the resilience, the courage, and, of course, the horrors. We have finished the 4th...
  2. Joe Wong

    Hulu A Murder At The End Of The World

    I've seen the first 4 episodes so far. Pretty cool (figuratively and literally) murder mystery with plenty of internet era context (AI, social media, amateur sleuths, etc.). Has some Mare of Easttown mixed with Glass Onion vibes.
  3. Joe Wong

    RIP Matthew Perry

    RIP Mr Perry (if confirmed). https://www.tmz.com/2023/10/28/friends-star-matthew-perry-dead-dies-drowning/
  4. Netflix Leave the World Behind (2023)

    Title: Leave the World Behind Genre: Drama, Thriller Director: Sam Esmail Cast: Ethan Hawke, Julia Roberts, Kevin Bacon, Mahershala Ali, Myha'la Herrold, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Charlie Evans, Farrah Mackenzie, Vanessa Aspillaga, Josh Drennen, Stephanie Groves, Pavel Frolov, Kevin Kenny...
  5. Joe Wong

    Hulu No One Will Save You

    Looks interesting...
  6. Kraven the Hunter (2023)

    Title: Kraven the Hunter Genre: Action, Science Fiction Director: J.C. Chandor Cast: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose, Fred Hechinger, Christopher Abbott, Alessandro Nivola, Levi Miller Release: 2023-10-04 Plot: Sergei Kravinoff is a big game hunter, who takes a...
  7. Joe Wong

    The Last of Us - Season 2

    Season 2 confirmed to be filmed in Vancouver, BC. https://vancouversun.com/news/local-news/last-of-us-season-2-vancouver/wcm/51eda16d-f794-4191-8a2c-59de3dd33ed3/amp/
  8. Joe Wong

    Oscar winning composer Ryuichi Sakamoto has passed away

    RIP Mr Sakamoto. You music for Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence is unforgettable...
  9. Joe Wong

    Tom Sizemore dead at 61

    RIP Mr Sizemore… you were memorable in Saving Private Ryan and many other films. https://variety.com/2023/film/news/tom-sizemore-taken-off-life-support-brain-aneurysm-1235538021/
  10. Joe Wong

    Variety: 100 Greatest Movies of All Time

    Following the recent Sight & Sound poll, we now have Variety's first ever (!) list of greatest films. https://variety.com/lists/best-movies-of-all-time/ The list: 1 PSYCHO 2 THE WIZARD OF OZ 3 THE GODFATHER 4 CITIZEN KANE 5 PULP FICTION 6 SEVEN SAMURAI 7 2001: A SPACE...
  11. Joe Wong

    Kirstie Alley dead at 71

    https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/kirstie-alley-dead-star-cheers-011545744.html?ncid=facebook_yahooenter_yxwbqqk7sto&fbclid=IwAR1s2likyHnMKoEOZ3iTAziOL8DzObSvgzpdZV7jtjDULtw9NHe-J0Qrkw8
  12. Joe Wong

    Wonder Man (MCU series on Disney+)

    Wonder Man is the D+ series being exec-produced by Destin Daniel Cretton, director of 2021's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and the forthcoming Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Here is some casting news...
  13. Joe Wong

    RIP Ray Liotta, 67

    https://deadline.com/2022/05/ray-liotta-dies-67-godfellas-1235033521/ Iconic in Goodfellas, and many other films.
  14. Joe Wong

    Disney+ Echo (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

    Production is underway. https://www.marvel.com/articles/tv-shows/echo-alaqua-cox-maya-lopez-first-image
  15. Joe Wong

    For sale: RBH SX-8300/r speakers

    Hi all, Due to downsizing I have a pair of the RBH SX-8300/r floorstanding speakers for sale. Info and specs below. https://rbhsound.com/img/spec_sheets/tis_sx8300r.pdf Purchased in 2015. Lightly used as a stereo pair. Then, due to a couple of interstate relocations in 2016 and 2018, they've...
  16. Joe Wong

    HTF Meet Photos: Disney Studios

    Final set... The Mouse House Disney water tower The fantastic Drew (a self-confessed Disney geek) was our tour guide. Close-up of street signs Corporate office building Roy and Minnie Walt and Mickey A true legend Good to see Disney is a working...
  17. Joe Wong

    HTF Meet Photos: Paramount Studios

    Next set... Paramount water tower Breakfast items On the studio tour, we stop at the film memorabilia warehouse...where we find Bumblebee! Wait...is that...Optimus? A veritable treasure trove Dave...why so serious? :B) Back outside...the blue sky water tank where...
  18. Joe Wong

    HTF Meet Photos: Fox Studios

    Hi all! Here are some pictures I took last week. Unfortunately none from Sony as I had to leave my camera backpack in the car, but still a varied assortment. A nice welcome from Fox Breakfast locale Fresh fruit Delectable pastries Awesome mural Fox studio store...
  19. Joe Wong

    Mini HTF meet in SF

    I posted a few photos from a mini meet in San Francisco with Andy Melomet: http://www.hometheaterforum.com/t/325066/northern-california-meet-being-planned-for-january-2013 Not the greatest lighting as the sun was harsh but some interesting sights. Hope you enjoy! Joe
  20. Joe Wong

    email attack?

    Hi all, looks like my email is being bombarded with "delivery failure" emails. Anyone know what I can do to stop these? Not too familiar with this continuous spam. Seems like one is being sent every few secs. Thanks! Joe
  21. Joe Wong

    PS3 startup screen - purple?

    Hi, for all those who have a PS3... when I power up my PS3, the startup screen now has a purple background rather than black. I have upgraded to v1.90 but had been playing a lot of SD-DVDs lately and hadn't noticed the purple hue. Is this a function of the new firmware or do I have...
  22. Joe Wong

    Weight of CS+ 20-39?

    Hi, Can anyone tell me what the approx weight of a single (boxed) CS Plus 20-39 sub is? Also, a boxed Samson S1000 amp? I can't seem to find the specs on the SVSound web page. Thanks in advance!! Joe
  23. Joe Wong

    FS: Vutec Silverstar screen and BenQ 8700+

    Due to moving house, I am selling * Vutec Silverstar 80 x 45 (92" diagonal) screen with 3 inch velvet frame http://www.vutec.com/silverstar.htm http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/show...threadid=262466 Price: $500 (lowered on 8-06-06) * BenQ 8700+ 1280x720 DLP projector with 1000...
  24. Joe Wong

    Keith H?

    Hello, Haven't been to the Music area for a while...I notice Keith H hasn't posted since about April this year. Any news? Is he on hiatus? He was a good source of knowledge. Thanks! Joe
  25. Joe Wong

    Tes tones with BFD

    Hi all, I’m considering using a BFD to equalize my subs’ response. Looking at Snapbug’s excellent site, he provides test tones in MP3 format, or, thru a converter program, in WAV format. Sorry if the following are basic questions… My DVD player can play MP3, but I’ve never done so. If I...
  26. Joe Wong

    Sub eq - Behringer Feedback Destroyer or Art 351?

    Hi all which would be better or more flexible in terms of smoothing/taming the subwoofer output in my room? Thanks! Joe
  27. Joe Wong

    FS: Plus Piano HE3100 16:9 DLP projector - perfect for DVDs

    Hi all, Due to a projector upgrade, I am looking to sell my Plus Piano HE3100 DLP projector (www.plushometheater.com). This is a perfect match for DVDs, as it has a 4:3, 800x600 mode, plus a 16:9, 848x480 mode for all those anamorphic discs. Links to reviews It is 2 years old, but...
  28. Joe Wong

    Subwoofer rattle...bottoming out?

    Hi all, I have a dual SVS 20-39CS+ setup, with one in each corner at the front of my HT (see http://forum.av123.com/photopost/sho...er=374&thumb=1 for some pix). This afternoon I put on the re-issued DTS Jurassic Park (with the massive LFE) just to have some fun. During the T-Rex attack...
  29. Joe Wong

    CD writing software

    Hi, Are there any freeware CD writing programs available? Just wondering if there alternatives to something like Roxio. Thanks! Joe
  30. Joe Wong

    Leonard Maltin 4 stars for recent movies

    Maltin is perceived to have an affiinity for older movies rather than more modern ones. The number of films he has awarded in the last 10 years (in his movie guide) or so seem to bear testament to this...the ones I know of are Schindler's List, Little Women, and Cider House Rules. Any others he...
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