Inspired Readings

Happy New Years to all. The below links should provide some inspiration for those wanting to improve themselves this year.

Peter Whitehead was one of the first to explore the music video promo in the 60's. His promo videos are usually shown only in film festivals and thus are hard to come by, which is too bad since they are great examples of a now ubiquitous format in its infancy. His story, though, goes far beyond film. His bio, as told in the above link, could kick start anyone to drop the remote (or close the internet browser) and follow their myth in one form or another.

Philip Hoffman An actor that has deftly balanced pursuing his craft in its more pure (and less financially rewarding) form with commercial blockbuster roles without acquiring the almost inevitable over-inflated ego.

Eartha Kitt Can anyone else top her combined longevity, toughness, and sass?

Ron Rivera: “How is it that scientists can work so hard on improving TVs and cellphones when so many people don’t even have clean water to drink?” As a patent agent, I am all too familiar with this sad reality. At this point, I only have sheepishness to offer in response to Mr. Rivera's inquiry.