George Miller appears to have scrapped plans to shoot the upcoming fourth "Mad Max" film, "Mad Max: Fury Road", in 3D. Instead, the film will now be converted to 3D in the post-production process reports Inside Film. After many delays, filming has finally gotten underway in Namibia with Tom Hardy and Charlize Theron. Miller was said to have … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2012
06/30/2012 – Best hi-fi speakers in the world come to Vancouver!
June 30, 2012 by
The best speakers in the world, the Grande Utopia EM by Focal, will make their Vancouver debut at Commercial Electronics. Audiophiles must act fast; these world-class speakers, valued at $ 200,000CDN per pair, will only be at Commercial Electronics until July 28, 2012.The Grande Utopia EM is immediately identifiable; it is the result of the … [Read more...]
Premier’s new press secretary downplays BC Rail scandal memo
June 30, 2012 by
Nothing to see here. That appears to be the message from the premier's incoming press secretary about a recently-unearthed memo signed by Dave Basi, one of the men who pleaded guilty in the B.C. Rail scandal. Basi claims in the memo, signed before the 2003 raid on the legislature, that fellow accused Bobby Virk allegedly told him that Christy … [Read more...]
‘Consent’ campaign still strong as SlutWalk marches down Vancouver streets
June 30, 2012 by
The rain isn't keeping a crowd of several dozen people from taking part in Vancouver’s second annual SlutWalk. The festivities started with speeches, followed by a march through downtown streets. "Without my consent, I should never ever be touched. It doesn't matter what I portray or what you see. Consent is everything,” says one … [Read more...]
Luc Besson To Tackle A “Valerian”
June 30, 2012 by
Luc Besson is set to write and direct the English-language live-action comic adaptation "Valerian" reports Variety. The 60's sci-fi graphic novels follow time-traveling agent Valerian and his female sidekick Laureline. The project is likely not to begin production for at least a year as Besson will shoot the darkly comedic crime thriller … [Read more...]
Fraser River peaks in Lower Mainland
June 30, 2012 by
Government officials are still monitoring the flood situation in B.C., but they say things are getting better. Chris Duffy with Emergency Management BC says the Lower Fraser has peaked, and the water-level gauge in Mission is expected to dip below six meters on Monday or Tuesday. He says efforts around B.C. are now mostly turning to … [Read more...]
Advanced Valuation & Due Diligence workshop for entrepreneurs & investors
June 30, 2012 by
Due Diligence -effective due diligence is one of the most critical steps in successful angel capital. This half day drill-down workshop takes the angel investor and entrepreneur through the key issues which will determine major risk factors and deal breakers. Workshop attendees learn what it takes to validate the plan and to define and contain the … [Read more...]
International Etiquette 101
June 30, 2012 by
You booked flights, scored a deal on that hotel room, and read about the must-eat foods. What's left beyond getting excited? Study up on some basic (sometimes unexpected) international customs. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]
Latin-themed party hits the streets of Vancouver
June 30, 2012 by
Despite the rain, Downtown Vancouver may have a certain "latin" vibe Saturday...The 4th annual "Carnaval del Sol" has Granville Street closed between Smithe and Hastings - with organizers expecting as many as 50,000 people to take part. "Five blocks, five plazas, we've got lots of food, lots of entertainment, soccer, a fashion show, we've got over … [Read more...]
Annual “Walk for Peace” marks 30 years
June 30, 2012 by
More than 5,000 people are expected to take part in this afternoon's "Walk for Peace." This year marks the event's 30th anniversary. It began in 1982 -- at the height of the nuclear arms race. More than 160 groups came together for a walk from Kitsilano to Sunset beach. "The first year, 35,000 people showed up to deal with the escalating nuclear … [Read more...]
