# Cafe Society **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=755 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 756 --- ## [When did the violent CGI pyrotechnic film craze start?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-the-violent-cgi-pyrotechnic-film-craze-start/783170)
**Author:** [@Lamar\_Mundane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamar_Mundane)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 1:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-the-violent-cgi-pyrotechnic-film-craze-start/783170 "2017-03-31T13:18:57Z")
It seems like 75% of new films are of this genre. I’m not looking for the first one necessarily, but what year was the first year to have three or four or five of these? I’m not judging - they’re not my cup of tea, but … --- ## [Jazz / Jazz-y Music Recommendations](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jazz-jazz-y-music-recommendations/781703)
**Author:** [@yearofglad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yearofglad)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 1:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jazz-jazz-y-music-recommendations/781703 "2017-03-31T13:12:23Z")
Hopefully recommendation threads are ok here - I usually post in GQ and don’t think I’ve posted here before. Anyway: I’m looking for jazz recommendations. There’s way too much out there and I don’t know the history or a… --- ## [Why female tentacles in parody cartoons?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-female-tentacles-in-parody-cartoons/783061)
**Author:** [@catweasel1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/catweasel1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 10:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-female-tentacles-in-parody-cartoons/783061 "2017-03-31T10:37:10Z")
Sorry this is NSFW but I was curious. In this Family Guy Disney cartoon parody, Meg has tentacles for her lower half: In Drawn Together, in “Clara’s Dirty Little Secret” the parody of a Disney princess, Cl… --- ## [Sharp turn-Carl's Jr. disses the ads of...Carl's Jr.?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sharp-turn-carls-jr-disses-the-ads-of-carls-jr/783352)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 9:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sharp-turn-carls-jr-disses-the-ads-of-carls-jr/783352 "2017-03-31T09:37:54Z")
Bye bye, bikini babes-Carl’s Jr. is dropping them and mocking it’s own commercials in a new campaign designed around the food itself. I think I like it. --- ## [Martial law/wartime measures - are these realistic/reasonable?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/martial-law-wartime-measures-are-these-realistic-reasonable/783172)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 8:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/martial-law-wartime-measures-are-these-realistic-reasonable/783172 "2017-03-31T08:02:21Z")
I am writing fiction about a relatively small Westernized (like Belgium, Poland, or Japan-type) country under attack by an enemy and wanted to portray what life would look like - the wartime deprivation, rationing, marti… --- ## [Joss Whedon!! Batgirl movie!!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/joss-whedon-batgirl-movie/783393)
**Author:** [@WordMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WordMan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 4:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/joss-whedon-batgirl-movie/783393 "2017-03-31T04:34:04Z")
Article here: http://io9.gizmodo.com/joss-whedon-is-set-to-direct-a-standalone-batgirl-movie-1793838471 Whoa. --- ## [Bones series finale (open spoilers)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bones-series-finale-open-spoilers/783288)
**Author:** [@akrako1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/akrako1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2017, 1:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bones-series-finale-open-spoilers/783288 "2017-03-31T01:44:36Z")
Any thoughts on the Bones series finale that aired last night? I felt it was fairly satisfying. Though all the misdirections in the last two episodes were seemingly unnecessary (Brennan maybe quitting, maybe losing her… --- ## [List of all Star trek actor deaths](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-of-all-star-trek-actor-deaths/783385)
**Author:** [@ssgenius](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ssgenius)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 11:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/list-of-all-star-trek-actor-deaths/783385 "2017-03-30T23:28:36Z")
There is a listing on youtube of all Star Trek Actor’s deaths (and this is only part one of 2) Granted that it includes many guest stars but the shear number of the actors surprised me and yes I realize that the origin… --- ## [Any Model Builders here?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-model-builders-here/783215)
**Author:** [@Enright3](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enright3)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 10:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-model-builders-here/783215 "2017-03-30T22:56:03Z")
I’m an old guy (55). I recently got sucked into an Internet vortex and found myself looking at all sorts of books, videos, pictures etc. of model building and it really appeals to me. I think it’s the narrow focus aspec… --- ## [How long should I cook a pork roast?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-should-i-cook-a-pork-roast/782196)
**Author:** [@Washoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Washoe)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 9:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-should-i-cook-a-pork-roast/782196 "2017-03-30T21:16:13Z")
Everything I can find calls for a two-pound roast, but I have a five-pound roast. Everything I can find also says to cook it at 350° F for one hour. I may be wrong, but this doesn’t seem nearly long enough. On top of th… --- ## [Who are your favorite NEW YORKER artists (cartoonists)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-are-your-favorite-new-yorker-artists-cartoonists/778060)
**Author:** [@Ukulele\_Ike](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ukulele_Ike)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 9:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-are-your-favorite-new-yorker-artists-cartoonists/778060 "2017-03-30T21:08:40Z")
I am a complete sucker for Charles Addams, and will defend him as the greatest of them all. https://www.google.com/search?q=charles+addams&rlz=1C9BKJA\_enUS620US620&hl=en-US&prmd=insv&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKE… --- ## [Do more tea bags need more water?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-more-tea-bags-need-more-water/783360)
**Author:** [@squish7](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/squish7)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 9:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-more-tea-bags-need-more-water/783360 "2017-03-30T21:01:22Z")
Tea gets a bad rep because it’s weaker than coffee (at least if unmedicated ADHD), but if you just use 2 to 4 bags at the same time in the same cup, you get something very strong. My question is, does this require more … --- ## [Which trope? Mooks join leader in self-sacrifice](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-trope-mooks-join-leader-in-self-sacrifice/783341)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 5:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-trope-mooks-join-leader-in-self-sacrifice/783341 "2017-03-30T17:08:24Z")
Open spoilers for Star Wars Rebels ahead! (Spoiler space) (More spoiler space, just in case) In the finale of Star Wars Rebels Season 3, Sato, one of the Rebel leaders, decides to sacrifice himself and carry out a kam… --- ## [The most memorable episode that never existed](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-memorable-episode-that-never-existed/781077)
**Author:** [@panache45](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/panache45)\ **Replies:** 155\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 4:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-most-memorable-episode-that-never-existed/781077 "2017-03-30T16:24:27Z")
Rather than hijacking this thread, list a show’s episode that never existed—but should have. For example: Star Trek: TNG: The entire crew takes turns beating the crap out of Wesley Crusher. --- ## [Edd China leave Wheeler Dealers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/edd-china-leave-wheeler-dealers/782976)
**Author:** [@Enola\_Straight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Straight)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 3:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/edd-china-leave-wheeler-dealers/782976 "2017-03-30T15:58:43Z")
Edd, the wild-haired master mechanic on the Velocity Channel show, is parting ways due to management issues: he dosen’t feel comfortable cutting corners to save money. --- ## [Anyone tried cooking adobo?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-tried-cooking-adobo/783272)
**Author:** [@Avery\_Weisman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Avery_Weisman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 3:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-tried-cooking-adobo/783272 "2017-03-30T15:00:50Z")
It’s the Filipino national dish. It’s very tasty when done right, and keeps very well. It’s a lot like a German pork stew using vinegar. In a pot, you put pressed cloves of garlic at the bottom, whole pepper corns, and a… --- ## [BUD (Big Ugly Dish) Memories](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bud-big-ugly-dish-memories/519737)
**Author:** [@Markxxx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Markxxx)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 12:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bud-big-ugly-dish-memories/519737 "2017-03-30T12:32:15Z")
Before there was Direct TV and DISH TV there were “Big Ugly Dishes.” These were satellite dishes that were huge. Just wondering if anyone on this board had one or knew of people with one and were able to watch it. What… --- ## [Star Wars Rebels season 3: Thrawn is now canon](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/star-wars-rebels-season-3-thrawn-is-now-canon/760087)
**Author:** [@Uosdwis\_R.Dewoh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Uosdwis_R.Dewoh)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 6:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/star-wars-rebels-season-3-thrawn-is-now-canon/760087 "2017-03-30T06:13:08Z")
A trailer for the third season of Star Wars Rebels just hit YouTube and everyone’s favourite expanded universe villain appears to be the main bad guy. Seems to be like his book counterpart; cold and calcu… --- ## [Otis the "Mayberry" town drunk had a HUGE career as a voiceover actor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/otis-the-mayberry-town-drunk-had-a-huge-career-as-a-voiceover-actor/783327)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 2:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/otis-the-mayberry-town-drunk-had-a-huge-career-as-a-voiceover-actor/783327 "2017-03-30T02:47:18Z")
Otis AKA Hal Smith was a much bigger deal than I realized. I’d quote the wiki more extensively but it just goes on page after page with his roles.Check out the wiki. --- ## [I went to a DJ night.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-went-to-a-dj-night/783231)
**Author:** [@harmonicamoon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/harmonicamoon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2017, 2:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-went-to-a-dj-night/783231 "2017-03-30T02:43:51Z")
Last time I went to a DJ night was probably 50 years ago. The DJ spun vinyl records and talked a little. Well, two nights ago I went to a 21st century DJ night. It had great music to dance. Although sometimes the per… --- ## [24: Legacy - Anyone watching?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/24-legacy-anyone-watching/782268)
**Author:** [@Wheelz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wheelz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 11:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/24-legacy-anyone-watching/782268 "2017-03-29T23:35:55Z")
I didn’t find an existing thread. I know there are a lot of fans of the original 24 here; I’m wondering what everyone thinks of the reboot. I think it’s OK, but certainly not the same without Jack Bauer. The first few … --- ## [Umm... What!? Clear Knee Mom jeans](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/umm-what-clear-knee-mom-jeans/782954)
**Author:** [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 11:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/umm-what-clear-knee-mom-jeans/782954 "2017-03-29T23:10:29Z")
Can someone explain this weird concept to me? Attempt at mom sexy? http://m.shop.nordstrom.com/s/topshop-clear-knee-mom-jeans/4619337?cm\_mmc=google-\_-productads-\_-Women%3ABottoms%3APant-\_-5360310&rkg\_id=h-d1bd5816eef52e… --- ## [Songs that had two different videos released for them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/songs-that-had-two-different-videos-released-for-them/782989)
**Author:** [@Mangetout](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangetout)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 10:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/songs-that-had-two-different-videos-released-for-them/782989 "2017-03-29T22:24:26Z")
Thinking about this the other day - the song Somewhere Only We Know, by Keane (which I like a lot) had several different versions of the video made - two of them are very similar, and if you’ve only ever seen the US rele… --- ## [Boba Fett?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boba-fett/783228)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 8:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/boba-fett/783228 "2017-03-29T20:37:20Z")
I confess that the whole Star Wars thing is meaningless for me, but even I’ve heard of the fans’ love for the character Boba Fett. Seems to be a culty kind of thing. My question is- why haven’t they cashed in on his popu… --- ## [TV Shows Whose Theme Song Changed During The Show's Run](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tv-shows-whose-theme-song-changed-during-the-shows-run/710308)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 141\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tv-shows-whose-theme-song-changed-during-the-shows-run/710308 "2017-03-29T20:02:27Z")
I can think of four. Gilligan’s Island - Not only do the lyrics change from “and the rest” to “The Professor and Mary Ann,” it seems that there are new vocalists singing the song. The later voices are deeper. The B… --- ## [Mona (I Need You Baby) - Bo Diddley](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mona-i-need-you-baby-bo-diddley/783189)
**Author:** [@DrForrester](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrForrester)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 6:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mona-i-need-you-baby-bo-diddley/783189 "2017-03-29T18:17:20Z")
When Tom Petty sings Bo Diddley’s song Mona, he changes one of the lines. Tom: Then I’ll come out on the run Bo: Can I see you in the front? And… I’m wondering what Tom’s line means. To what does, “come out on the ru… --- ## [Carrie Fisher already looked and was terrible in "The 'Burbs" (1989)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/carrie-fisher-already-looked-and-was-terrible-in-the-burbs-1989/782631)
**Author:** [@Aeschines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aeschines)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 4:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/carrie-fisher-already-looked-and-was-terrible-in-the-burbs-1989/782631 "2017-03-29T16:42:48Z")
Horrible 80s garbage that I just watched with regret: The 'Burbs. (If you’re going to say this was good, are you going off nostalgia or have you seen it recently?!) Before I say some uncharitable things, I think Carrie … --- ## [Do you like fine restaurants?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-like-fine-restaurants/782451)
**Author:** [@tullsterx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tullsterx)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-like-fine-restaurants/782451 "2017-03-29T15:52:04Z")
A couple of my regular lunch-time co-workers like to avoid the “finer” places for lunch around the downtown area where we work. And frankly, I don’t understand that. And that brought to mind my question. . . Do most pe… --- ## [Fave DC or Marvel comics that don't get mentioned often](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fave-dc-or-marvel-comics-that-dont-get-mentioned-often/782664)
**Author:** [@Dale\_Sams](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dale_Sams)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 3:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fave-dc-or-marvel-comics-that-dont-get-mentioned-often/782664 "2017-03-29T15:35:40Z")
I’ll throw a few out: The end of Grant Morrison’s Doom Patrol run. It genuinely felt like anything could happen. And it did! The Candlemaker was scary as \*\*\*\*, The Chief, and the near solo issue of Crazy Jane. (One of m… --- ## [Rifftrax Live is doing The Five Doctors in August!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rifftrax-live-is-doing-the-five-doctors-in-august/783224)
**Author:** [@Hermione](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hermione)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2017, 1:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rifftrax-live-is-doing-the-five-doctors-in-august/783224 "2017-03-29T13:32:37Z")
YOU GUYS!!! Rifftrax Live is going to be doing Doctor Who: The Five Doctors this August! I’ve always wanted to see MST3K or Rifftrax doing classic Doctor Who. (Rifftrax sort of did in their VOD–riffs of the two Peter Cu… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=754) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=756)