User:Dr. Blofeld/March 2016

Peer review
Hai, could you please consider reviewing this list - Mohanlal filmography. I am working hard to get it ready for FLC. --Inside the Valley (talk) 19:08, 29 February 2016 (UTC)

Please remove vandalism on article "Amir Hamzah" under section "Awards." Thanks. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 50.139.74.66 (talk) 20:39, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

Welsh National Opera
As promised, I have overhauled the article. I can't take it to PR, as I am already there with GBS and Brian B. Please have a look and see if you think the revision might pass muster and let me know your thoughts.  Tim riley  talk    19:52, 29 February 2016 (UTC)


 * Wow that was quick!! Nice one! The contest is running in April so you've basically got two months now to get it to PR/GA. It would be great to see it at GA at least by then, and by the looks of it already looking worthy of that!♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:55, 29 February 2016 (UTC)
 * I could go to GA straight away, but it may well sit there for months. You don't know any likely GA reviewers, I suppose?  Tim riley  talk    20:59, 29 February 2016 (UTC)
 * Go for it, I'm sure it will be reviewed within a few weeks. I'll review it myself if nobody else does!♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:14, 1 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I seem to recall my mother loves the WNO, so I'll do it. Ritchie333 (talk) (cont)  14:44, 4 March 2016 (UTC)

Help
Would you like to give a feedback on my soon to be first solo article FA? I would appreciate it. I have worked hard on this. I want to know if It's ready or not. Thank you. Krish |  Talk  08:14, 2 March 2016 (UTC)
 * , i suggest you to list it at WP:GOCE/REQ and request for a thorough c/e for FAC level. It would certainly improve the prose and will help you. Though many copy-editors work there, it will take nearly 15 to 20 days. So, please wait with patience. All the best for your FAC. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 02:40, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I'm a bit tired right now, perhaps later in the week. Have you opened a peer review yet?♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:59, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, a peer review is open. Take your time, there is no hurry. Also, do you think a "Themes and analysis" section is neccessary? Krish |  Talk  13:25, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Do I think it is needed? Depends on what is covered in sources. I would hardly expect a film like that to have proper scholarly material written about it, so it would likely just be fluff anyway. If it was largely fluff then best to avoid it.♦ Dr. Blofeld  22:15, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Just a gentle reminder, as you had promised. Off course, when you are free. Krish |  Talk  09:58, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Eeks, I also have the other Indian one I keep being asked to look at to do. I'm running a national contest right now, but I'll try to look at this and the other shortly.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:05, 2 April 2016 (UTC)

Grave of the fireflies
Hi, Dr. Blofeld. I hope you read the mail i sent you. If not, that's fine. I've completed watching Grave of the fireflies in one go again today (after completing it in parts yesterday). To be frank, unlike the pleasant Late Spring and the spiritually magnificent Ugetsu, Grave of the fireflies is a ruthlessly disturbing and heartbreaking film. The most tragic scene perhaps was the scene where the brother got something to eat but the sister dies hallucinating. Aiming to begin Rosemary's Baby. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 16:25, 2 March 2016 (UTC)

So you didn't enjoy it then? My email address linked for wikipedia is my old address.♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:36, 2 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I liked it, Dr. Blofeld. It is indeed a great film. But the effect of this drama can be more traumatising. I mean, the wrath of the nature on innocent children was something pricky and disturbing. I rated it four out of five that night, though a single flow is prompting me to give it a half more. As i said to you last time, Great films always will not let you smile. In the films i watched in your suggestions, Ugetsu stands in the top followed by Late Spring and Grave of the fireflies in terms of cinematic experience. Half done with Rosemary's Baby, i loved its cinematography. The concept is nice and i aim to complete it today. Coming to the mail, i sent it using "Email this user" option; you must have received it. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 02:23, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * It's not meant for children Pavan! People do assume that because it's animated it is for children though. I rate it so highly because of how powerful and moving it is. ♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:23, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I know that Doctor. The first few minutes did give me some idea of the content. I too rated it high because it was a great film, a thought presented well. But, it was a very moving, disturbing and tragic film. I'm sure Shakespeare will approve this as one of the finest dramas based on WWII. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:06, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * If you want a good comedy try The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!. It has more laughs a minute than any film I can think of. Surprised that Sven hasn't see than one yet, it's funnier than any of the Steve Martin stuff! All three from the Naked Gun trilogy are worth watching, thought the second one is weaker. There's a lot of parodies in them, from the pottery love scene in Ghost to Escape from Alcatraz (in the third one).♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:08, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Sure. Shall watch them asap! As the exam dates have finalised, i guess i have to slow down here as well. One GA attempt of mine, Gundamma Katha (1962), is currently at the GOCE. Once the c/e is done, i shall nominate it, and i hope you would be interested in reviewing it. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:16, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * The Naked Gun ones like the Back to the Future ones I've probably seen more times than most ones. They're those sorts of films you can watch again and again and not grow tired of them. So much that I often forget to mention them as I don't really consider them films for some reason haha. They're pure enjoyment.♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:18, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I've seen its trailers. It doesn't look like a subtle one like Allen's Take the money and run, but promises something very, very funny. Looking forward for this. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:21, 3 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Haha at 1:36 he attempts to wipe the port-wine stain map off Gorbachev's head! "I knew it" LOL!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:26, 3 March 2016 (UTC)

Yes, it was a bit eccentric! :p Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:46, 3 March 2016 (UTC)

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Ping
Just popping by to ask if you can clarify your remaining concerns at Featured article candidates/Thunder (mascot)/archive1. Thanks! Montanabw (talk) 05:19, 4 March 2016 (UTC)

RECOR Ecological Reserve
What is RECOR?Xx236 (talk) 13:04, 4 March 2016 (UTC)

No idea, can't see anything on it by google either. I'll db author it, it's a pretty pointless article!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:39, 4 March 2016 (UTC)


 * Some inclusionist you are then :-P Ritchie333 (talk) (cont)  14:45, 4 March 2016 (UTC)

Couldn't find any sources on it!♦ Dr. Blofeld  14:51, 4 March 2016 (UTC)


 * Just make one up and give it a plausable ISBN - nobody ever checks offline sources anyway. (On a more serious note, I actually do, if I've got them, and I think I have been pleasantly surprised that the facts generally check out okay). Ritchie333 (talk) (cont)  15:19, 4 March 2016 (UTC)

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Still working on a draft,
but your comments are welcome.

See User:Smallbones/vital_articles

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Wishes
Cheers. Being knowledgeable about Nepal I'm familiar with this festival, so it is much appreciated for you to think of me! Is there an ideal film which can be seen for it today?♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:00, 7 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Dakshayagnam (1962). One of my favourites! It features N. T. Rama Rao as Shiva and IMHO it is one of his most effective performances. Do watch it today! Pavanjandhyala (talk) 16:04, 7 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Watching now! How did you find Rosemary's Baby afterwards? It's a really a great film, such a quirky plot and gripping, though the ending a little bit disappointing.♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:08, 7 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Thanks for reminding. Yes, the climax of the film was its Achilles Heel and more intriguing writing could have made it a greater cinematic experience. Perhaps the writer reached "etc" (end of thinking capacity) :p. Otherwise, it is one of the best thrillers i've seen in my life and i thank you for recommending it. Having watched it in a series of five parts, i want to watch it in a flow at one go tomorrow morning so that i can rate it appropriately (either a four or five) and strike it off. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 16:13, 7 March 2016 (UTC)
 * How intriguing do you want LOL? The script is one of the most intriguing of all time IMO!! Even the ending is intriguing, but not what most of us wanted! Yes, always best to watch such a film in one sitting.♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:17, 7 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Haha! What actually disappointed me is that how Rosemary believed the words of Roman and smiles after being such petrified, annoyed and livid at Guy's words. I mean, wasn't she aware that she can become a potential scapegoat in the hands of the satan? And yes, though i prefer watching a film at one go, i have to end up watching in parts like this. I'm now at my residence, safe and sound, and i hope this situation of watching films in parts changes. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 16:24, 7 March 2016 (UTC)

Did you enjoy watching Dakshayagnam? I know it is a bit too long, but it surely featured one of N. T. Rama Rao's best performances. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 01:35, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, quite enjoyable though a bit long and a little too much talking.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:14, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I liked this film mainly because of Rama Rao's performance. It was something different to see him play a short-tempered Shiva instead of the gentle, subdued portrayals of Rama and Krishna. This sequence is the one which i immensely loved. Anything you liked in particular? Pavanjandhyala (talk) 10:23, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, that was the highlight, him being a little grumpy. I thought it had a quite strong ending, it was quite reflective, which a lot of the film lacked I thought.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:28, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Most of the film was quite subdued and Shiva too is peaceful most of the times. It is only after Sati's suicide, Shiva gets enraged fully. That was the most engaging part of the film IMHO. Wish i was successful in making it a GA, but due to lack of information, i failed to make it at least a somewhat better one. All my old film GAs began only when i failed to procure information on Dakshayagnam, mainly Pathala Bhairavi. I felt the latter can never be developed. But, the tables were turned. Period! Pavanjandhyala (talk) 10:36, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Doc, you can try either Kandan Karunai or Thiruvarutchelvar as well for Shivaratri (which was yesterday).  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 05:30, 8 March 2016 (UTC)

I'll run these while I edit today.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:14, 8 March 2016 (UTC) Started watching Kandhan Karunai , it's a beautiful looking film, predict I'm going to love this one!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:26, 8 March 2016 (UTC)
 * "My sisters hands have been chopped by this silly person" haha.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:35, 8 March 2016 (UTC)

..."The fruit is full of sand!"♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:06, 8 March 2016 (UTC)

DYK for Meaza Ashenafi
&mdash; Coffee //  have a cup  //  beans  // 00:01, 8 March 2016 (UTC)

Guitarist
On his birthday, I expanded Gustav Gunsenheimer (for DYK), by a link to Michael Tröster. Any chance to have a bit more on the guitarist? --Gerda Arendt (talk) 13:49, 10 March 2016 (UTC)

Most sources are in German so I wouldn't be much use I'm afraid.♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:19, 10 March 2016 (UTC)


 * But you know about guitar playing ;) - please keep it watched and check if I add nonsense,- not anytime soon anyway, women in March, --Gerda Arendt (talk) 10:25, 11 March 2016 (UTC)


 * I do yup, but writing an article a different kettle of fish haha. I'll see what I can find but might need some proofing help!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:37, 11 March 2016 (UTC)

Added a bit, but sources lack detail on him. Can you find anything else? Enough for a DYK?♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:25, 11 March 2016 (UTC)


 * will look, next week, --Gerda Arendt (talk) 12:19, 11 March 2016 (UTC)

--Gerda Arendt (talk) 08:07, 12 March 2016 (UTC)

Aw thanks but you're definitely the one who deserves the precious for promoting it to FA!! Currently learning Piano Concerto No. 21 (Mozart) Andante. His Evilness would be proud of me! Sounds great on the guitar, it's not one you normally hear. It's in here which has a ton of fabuluous pieces I'm sure would appreciate.♦  Dr. Blofeld  09:59, 12 March 2016 (UTC)


 * Thank you! Sounds like great musical experience! - Please tell Thoughtfortheday also for a first FA, like Messiah was for me. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 12:10, 12 March 2016 (UTC)


 * On Bach's birthday, I nominated a cantata that you started for GA, Lobe den Herrn, meine Seele, BWV 143. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 11:27, 21 March 2016 (UTC)


 * Happy Birthday Bach!! Thankyou! I shall have to try to figure that one out!♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:18, 21 March 2016 (UTC)

Rich young Indians
Your edit made me laugh aloud. I am not so sure about the economic backgrounds of others, but i am surely not a rich young Indian. Because of the wikibreak situations, i cannot participate in an editathon like that with enthusiasm, that's the point. But others may do, who knows? Removing the message may send improper implied messages, Dr. Blofeld. Already this place has become a ghost town, and i don't want to see bad blood running between some good friends of mine. So, i've reverted the edit. Cheers! Pavanjandhyala (talk) 03:11, 11 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I'll be quite busy, especially from next week onwards due to my Final Year Project which will go on throughout the year, and will be in on-and-off doses here, possibly even on a wikibreak. So, unfortunately, I too cannot participate in the Awaken the Dragon edithathon, Doc. Best of Luck with it though.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:49, 11 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I thought more younger editors would jump at the chance of winning something like that that's all! Perhaps if the top prize was £500 more people would show an interest.♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:51, 11 March 2016 (UTC)

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Re: Awaken the Dragon
I'll try to do what I can for the project; it depends on whether I can find sources. ;) We hope (talk) 16:28, 11 March 2016 (UTC)

Publications about China
We have - that's where I'd park it. Although there's a category in there for Chinese-studies journals, which might be the way to go. -- Ser Amantio di Nicolao Che dicono a Signa?Lo dicono a Signa. 17:27, 11 March 2016 (UTC)

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Literary Hall FAC
Good day ! It's been awhile. As you've probably noticed, I haven't been as active on Wikipedia over the past several months, but I am slowly attempting to improve some of my existing Good Articles into Featured Articles. One such article is Literary Hall, which has been languishing on the vine at FAC. If at all possible, would you be able to provide feedback and suggestions at Featured article candidates/Literary Hall/archive1. I know you've cut back, and always have a lot of pans on the stove, but I would greatly appreciate your guidance (as always). Thanks again! -- West Virginian   (talk)  15:53, 13 March 2016 (UTC)

Ken Adam
/ RIP Ken Adam, one of the greatest production designers ever!!! Without him I had no volcano base haha!♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:23, 13 March 2016 (UTC)
 * RIP indeed. No War Room either. MarnetteD&#124;Talk 16:26, 13 March 2016 (UTC)
 * One of those unsung (or inadequately sung) heroes. Yes, RIP.   Montanabw (talk)  04:07, 14 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Shame - IPCRESS is still one of my favourite films of all time, let alone the great designs of the Bond films: a class act – SchroCat (talk) 11:55, 14 March 2016 (UTC)
 * He had a great innings though at 95. Coming from somebody who absolutely loves 60s design and culture, his vision and creation in many films of that period were really important. ♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:02, 14 March 2016 (UTC)

Gundamma Katha
Another GAN of mine, back to the "black and white" era. Let me know if you are interested in reviewing this for GA status. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 06:56, 14 March 2016 (UTC)

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Kalki Koechlin
Hey, I nominated Kalki Koechlin's article for WP:FA, If you find spare time, share your comments. Thank you! Numerounovedant  Talk  07:46, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I am sorrie I don't mean to bother you... but, any reply would be appreciated. Thank you! Numerounovedant   Talk  15:51, 19 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Give me a day or two, I'd not seen your post here previously.♦ Dr. Blofeld  15:58, 19 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Okay no problem! Thank you.  Numerounovedant   Talk  07:33, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Hey, again with no intention of bothering you, you left a comment on Koechlin's FAC page and if you could address to it in any way it would be really appreciated!  Numerounovedant   Talk  12:32, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Maud Carpenter and WNO
I've added a tiny bit of births-and-marriages information, but I'm sorry to say that I can't find anything more about MC from any sources I can think to consult. Anyway, at least she's a got an article now, and thank you for that.

Tangentially, as I've got the Welsh National Opera page to GA, wasn't there something you suggested we ought to be nominating it for? I'm a touch – well, a lot – hazy about this, but if there's anything you'd like me to be doing, don't hesitate to mention it.  Tim riley  talk    09:17, 16 March 2016 (UTC)

Hi, not sure what you mean about nominating, the article is up on the list at the bottom of WikiProject Wales/Awaken the Dragon, so counts towards the overall effort. Thankyou! Yes, I didn't much more could be found on Carpenter, definitely worth having the article as it is though!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:25, 16 March 2016 (UTC)

Dyeing hair
Emma Stone dyed her hair blonde for Spider-Man (2012). Is it something worth mentioning in her biography? --  Frankie talk 19:03, 16 March 2016 (UTC)

Why not?♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:13, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Alright! Btw thanks for the suggestions of the psychological thrillers, watched 'em all. I must say you forgot Stanley Kubrick's horror film. --  Frankie talk 19:20, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I assumed you'd seen The Shining. If you've seen them all why didn't you cross them off?♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:28, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Forgot to do that. Just did it. Yeah, I have watched The Shining. I am a big fan of Jack Nicholson. --  Frankie talk 19:31, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * What about rating them?Do you think I have good taste in films?♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:33, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Sure do! As for rating, I will go with 4.5 for a few and 5 for others, such as Peeping Tom, Rosemary's Baby and Mystic River. P.S. I will come back soon asking for another list of films. :D --  Frankie talk 19:38, 16 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Do you want more psycho thrillers or a different genre? I've added a few more to your to see list, you'll enjoy those, those are classic 40s/50s film noir/thrillers.♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:14, 19 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I do but not now. At the moment, I am planning to watch Quentin Tarantino's KB (vol I and II), Inglorious Basterds and TH8. I will see them soon, I am doing nothing on Easter holiday so maybe then. --  Frankie talk 16:20, 19 March 2016 (UTC)

Inglorious Basterds aside you wouldn't miss much not seeing Kill Bill and TH8 in all honesty. They're pretty average IMO. Jackie Brown on the otherhand is masterful. Jackie Brown's my favourite Tarantino film. I see Mark Kermode agrees with me, got good taste that man like me!.♦ Dr. Blofeld  16:26, 19 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I really love Tarantino's work and I feel like seeing all his films. Btw did you watch those German films? --  Frankie talk 11:06, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * No, but will be seeing Marriage of Maria next week sometime. Tarantino has flashes of brilliance but IMO is a wildly overrated director. The true brilliant directors are the ones in which every or most scenes reflect their genius, look at Kubrick, Tarkovsky, Wilder or Lynch for instance. Afraid to say that can't be said about quite a few of his films Both Django and the Hateful Eight could have potentially been classic wasterns but ended up being largely silly affairs with mindless conversation and "n" word useage!♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:11, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

is Calvin999 really a friend/collaborator of yours on here? Perhaps you could talk some sense into him!♦ Dr. Blofeld  14:08, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Perhaps your Persian could talk some into you, if he hasn't ran away from the chimney stack yet. — <b style="color:#595454">Calvin999</b>  14:16, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I've quite finished talking to you thankyou very much. Just amazed that a decent person like Frankie would be associated with a drama queen like yourself.♦ Dr. Blofeld  14:21, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

Asking one more question regarding Stone; will adding an in the media section be wise for her. Said section is always about quotes and such and I don't know if it is a good idea for an actress like her as I am afraid I might end up writing a fluffy material like I did with this actress. --  Frankie talk 22:10, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I'm sure your friend Calvin can help you out with that, he's the expert on articles and how to format articles around here!♦ Dr. Blofeld  22:18, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
 * What? --  Frankie talk 22:20, 20 March 2016 (UTC)

FLC-Mohanlal filmography
Should I be expecting any more comments from you. --Inside the Valley (talk) 13:17, 17 March 2016 (UTC)

Depends if you want me to support it or not. I'm not convinced. The list is fine but I found the prose a little plodding.♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:24, 18 March 2016 (UTC)

Nelson's Pillar
I am a bit log-jammed at the moment, what with Shaw at FAC, a number of review promises pending, and a need to get started soon on S.O. Davies if it's to have any impact in April. So any help with the furtherance of my behind-schedule Irish project – the Pillar – would be most welcome. I've opened a PR page for comments and would be very pleased if you can contribute there. Brianboulton (talk) 15:09, 17 March 2016 (UTC)

Questia
You may want to get Questia if you don't already have it. Much of what's been added to Smalls Paradise comes from the books at Questia. Saw a lot of music-related books there and will be quite interested to see what they might have about Birdland, etc. Many books about jazz and jazz musicians there. We hope (talk) 17:12, 18 March 2016 (UTC)

I did have it but I rarely used it! If you can agree to work with me on Birdland I might ask for it again! No rush though as I have a contest to run next month and Cary Grant books still sitting on my shelf!♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:21, 18 March 2016 (UTC)


 * It's a deal! I already have quite a bit on Birdland from elsewhere bookmarked in my browser. ;) We hope (talk) 17:25, 18 March 2016 (UTC)


 * Cool, Let's get in the mood ;-)♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:26, 18 March 2016 (UTC)

By funny coincidence Tony Curtis plays Lullaby of Birdland in the film The Rat Race! ♦ Dr. Blofeld  22:27, 21 March 2016 (UTC)


 * ;D We hope (talk) 23:49, 21 March 2016 (UTC)

DYK for Maud Russell
Cas Liber (talk · contribs) 12:02, 21 March 2016 (UTC)

The Wages of Fear
Watching it right now. Do watch Andha Naal, and Anbe Sivam too. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 04:24, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

Cool, OK, I'll watch Andha Naal now! I was going to watch Corleone this morning but that can come later haha!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:17, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

Glad you enjoyed Wages of Fear, it's an unusual one as there's not many films which could pull off a subject like that but it is probably the most intense film I've ever seen, you're literally on the edge of your seat waiting for it to blow up as they travel along the precipitous mountain roads! I loved that broken bridge scene the most I think haha!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:24, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Loved the broken bridge scene, the blowing up the rock scene as well as the "washerboard" sequence. It is one of the most intense films I've seen! Hevi Kabisa!. BTW, how's Andha Naal?  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:01, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Very good so far! 1hr 25 in.♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:09, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Will see Anbe Sivam later in the week when you watch Ugetsu! You need to see it twice really though to get what is going on. The women who meet him at the market are ghosts as is the guy they meet on the boat, as is his wife when she emerges from the building after being raped/killed. Always think that people in the film might be ghosts and you'll get it more! The ending in particular will really spook you! Like Citizen Kane I thought a bit overratesd at first but when you see it again you start to see the genius of it.♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:15, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Deal.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:48, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

Glad you enjoyed Andha Naal! It's a masterful performance from Sivaji, Pandari Bai, especially Javar Seetharaman (the detective) too! Classic film noir stuff with a bit of Rashomon in it. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:00, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, it was masterful the way one suspect being interviewed led to another suspect and some of the flashbacks. I think Hitchcock would really have liked it!

BTW if you enjoyed Scarface, Little Caesar and White Heat you'll love The Public Enemy and Taxi!.. The Public Enemy had a very controversial grapefruit scene, and Taxi! contains a visit to a film within a film and a reference to other films of the period. Both are very enjoyable Prohibition era gangster films!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:04, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * You were right, Dr. Blofeld. Ugetsu requires multiple viewings to get the feel right. The change of perception that happens to the characters and the viewers as well is indeed noteworthy. Thanks for recommending it. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:14, 23 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Spot on, yes. You need to know what happens to the characters first before you can watch it and truly appreciate what happens. Really it needs to be seen at least three times to really see it as one of the best films. Once you know what happens every piece of the film unfolds like magic IMO.♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:58, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

E-mailed you. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 02:22, 24 March 2016 (UTC)

A barnstar for you!
Thankyou for that! We hope and myself are thinking about doing Birdland soon.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:24, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

Nelson's Pillar
Just to let you know, my Irish project has gone to FAC, still with the hope that it will make it as TFA on 24 April. Any further comment you have can be added there. Anyway, the heavy work is done, which will leave me free to start seriously on S.O. Davies – I've collected a lot of information on him, though the absence of a proper biography is a hindrance. Brianboulton (talk) 22:21, 23 March 2016 (UTC)

Ugetsu and Anbe Sivam
Such a great cinematic product, Doc!! Not just the ending, but the whole film kind of spooked me, especially with the film score supporting it. The parts where Genjuro learns the truth about Wasaka an Miyagi's fates and her nurse is spine-chilling! It's chilling right now! I don't really think Ohama was killed (gang-raped like Jodie Foster in The Accused I think, but definitely the guy on the boat, the noblewoman ordering pottery from Genjuro are all ghosts.) Kind of like The Sixth Sense in period Japan, eh? I'm also wondering whether the son, Genichi, himself is a ghost and that even the neighbours who inform Genjuro of Miyagi's death are themselves hallucinating! — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 05:17, 24 March 2016 (UTC)

Thank you for this recommendation! Should have won the golden lion IMHO! Can't get both Ugetsu and Wages of Fear out of my mind! Now, go and catch up with Anbe Sivam. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 05:17, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Anbe Sivam features Kamal Haasan in top form, i'm sure you would love it. I must admit that it is long, slow and very verbose, but i am sure its noble concept and Haasan's performance would redeem all the odds. The climax is the best part, don't miss it. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 05:25, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * And yes, of course, the songs and R. Madhavan's comic timing are plus points. "Poovasam" and the title song are pretty good.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 05:30, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Glad you enjoyed it, I think you have to watch it again though to really absorb it. You'll start to see why I rate it the greatest film! Not sure about that rape part, I thought it was her ghost who angrily appears. I'd thought a ghost manifests itself to the guy later on and that is what convinces him to leave and go home and care for the child, and in effect saves his own life from the manor woman taking him into death. OK, I'll see Anbe Sivam.♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:48, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Figured you might request me to watch it again. Yep, will do so.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:50, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * You have to scrutinize everything! One of the spookiest parts is where the shamen or somebody says that the manor no longer exists and he's just spent a few days there haha! Watching Anbe now :-)♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:52, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Do let me know how it goes (similar to what you did for Kandhan Karunai and Thiruvarutchelvar). :-) —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:57, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * The goggle eyed guy at the airport reminds me of Gary Oldman in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (film) LOL!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:18, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * The "google eyed guy" is none other than Kamal Haasan.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:04, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I know the face, but couldn't name him. I still get a lot of the old Bollywood ones mixed up too!♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:08, 24 March 2016 (UTC)

I had considered getting Gregory Peck to GA for his centenary but thought it was later in the year. I see it's on 5 April, so no chance now, unless somebody like can quickly get books and get up to GA in the next 10 days! Olivia de Havilland and Kirk Douglas... Ah I see Bede has been working on Havilland, great job!!♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:23, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * How's the film so far?  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:12, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Excellent, nastiest bus crash ever and then the intermission, haha! Next challenge, I'll watch Arangetram, you watch Don't Look Now from the same year! Not today though!♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:15, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Challenge accepted. You really are the Evil One. Makin' deals and challenges and all. :P BTW, the accident sequence, which occurs because 'Sangu' the dog gets in the bus's way, brings about a deep change in him and is the turning point in the story.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:20, 24 March 2016 (UTC)

Glad you enjoyed it! As Pavan pointed out, it really shows Kamal Haasan in top form (and not to forget Maddy too.) After watching this film, my faith in god increased even more (Depsite the communist talk and atheism of Kamal's character, he is indirectly being a servant of god by being a do-gooder to the downtrodden (the 910 Rs. Salary bit). The comic intro with Maddy and Haasan, the street play, the train accident, and the transporting of the injured boy to a hospital for blood donation are my most favourites). What was your favourite portion in the film? — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:27, 24 March 2016 (UTC)
 * It had a few good moments, the terrorist accusation, the shower thing hitting him on the head, and tthe bus crash/train accident and the blood donor as you say. Haasan is really quite entertaining to watch.♦ Dr. Blofeld  15:20, 24 March 2016 (UTC)

No need to apologise. It was a recommendation and you have every right to say no for that. I was too fascinated with Kshanam, which made me forget that its blu-ray has to be out before i can recommend it. Even and  are free to remove it from the lists i gave to them. Have a nice day! Pavanjandhyala (talk) 15:26, 27 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I'm polite haha! It's just there's little chance of me seeing films from Tamil/Telugu cinemas which are in the cinemas now or visiting that dubious pay for view site! I would prefer it if you just suggested one one day and in turn you watch one, rather than big lists. I'm sure you, Ssven and Krimuk feel the same way.♦ Dr. Blofeld  20:54, 27 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Is it an offer i can't refuse? Well i shall not. The scheme looks fine to me, bordering on a barter and a QPQ. I amen't sure about Krimuk's views on this, but he may accept this. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 02:47, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

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DYK for Maud Carpenter
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Catherine Glyn Davies
Hook help please. Then I'll nom it. tweeted --Rosiestep (talk) 03:06, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

Well done, thanks for that! Hook for Catherine Glyn Davies ? that she translated André Gide's La Symphonie pastorale into Welsh?♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:44, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

No Muong
Unsourced since 2007.Xx236 (talk) 07:04, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

Then expand and source it!♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:40, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

PSH
Blofeld, I had to drop you a line before I forget, regarding Philip Seymour Hoffman. You and have done a magnificent job on the article – it's so darn good to read a piece on Wikipedia that doesn't just cover a subject's career highs & lows, but also conveys the human qualities behind their professional achievements. I was watching Mockingjay – Part 2 last night at home – well, I was meant to be watching it, but instead I couldn't stop reading the article on my iPad … I'm always banging on about how Wikipedians need to think more like readers instead of losing their focus among the grey corridors behind the scenes here. So congrats to you (both) for achieving that with PSH! Cheers, JG66 (talk) 11:40, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

Thankyou means a lot. Yes, I think that's why it's important when writing actor biographies when you've seen vitrually all of their films as I have with PSH. You can see that we understand his films and acting. I think that makes wikipedia a bit more special than many other sites as you can use your personal knowledge on something and find sources from various places to back it up.♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:02, 25 March 2016 (UTC)

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Re: It Happened in Monterey
The details surrounding the King of Jazz film are interesting. We hope (talk) 15:25, 27 March 2016 (UTC)

http://redhotjazz.com/kingofjazz.html

Excellent find WH, not seen that film! Happy Easter BTW!♦ Dr. Blofeld  18:33, 27 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Same to you, even though it's almost over at your place! :) We hope (talk) 18:49, 27 March 2016 (UTC)

Awaken the Dragon - scoring
Hi Dr B, just wondering whether you have any ideas about how to monitor the scoring of the photography for Awaken the Dragon. At the moment I've suggested the photographer posts a tiny thumbnail and signature next to the relevant entry in the Missing photograph hotlist. That will allow someone (me/you/ANOther?) to review the entry and move it to a 'Done' list (I guess the new photo can be added to a list at the bottom of the hotlist, and added to the relevant participant's list on WikiProject Wales/Awaken the Dragon/Entries if applicable). Where will the scores be added-up? Will there be a 'league table'? Sionk (talk) 19:01, 27 March 2016 (UTC)

Hi. All articles and photographs are to be posted at WikiProject Wales/Awaken the Dragon/Entries under the relative name. For photos just link the file and add a : at the beginning to stop it showing. When you list the photographs like with the articles you have to claim what points you're looking for like +40 top priority and I'll tot them up and approve and add the points to the WikiProject Wales/Awaken the Dragon/Scoreboard. Perhaps you could update the photograph page with instructions to this effect? For participants (rather than contestants) uploading photos such as yourself just add them straight at the bottom of the main page in the photos section as you've been doing though.♦ Dr. Blofeld  20:48, 27 March 2016 (UTC)

Another scoring question
I've been working on Welsh ships since I got the invite a few weeks ago and nominated the finished ones for GA. Rather to my surprise, given the normal backlog of GANs, a couple have already been promoted. Are they still eligible even though they were promoted just recently? I ask because the rules don't say anything about when the work was done, only about when it is submitted.--Sturmvogel 66 (talk) 00:50, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

Hi, according to the rules all work has to be submitted between April 1 and May 1. By submitted I mean posted on wikipedia, I'll make that clearer if you like. If you've already submitted work and they are already GA before the contest they won't count unfortunately. If you could let me know which ones you worked on though I'll add them to the main board as GAs and they will be recognized as entries in the overall editathon, OK?♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:50, 28 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Shoot, that's what I was afraid of. You should probably clarify the wording as "submitted" is kinda ambiguous for somebody like me who normally works solely in mainspace, given the multiple edits usually necessary for a significant expansion, although I gather that you're saying that edits in user space don't count until they're moved to mainspace. The rules for the WikiCup might be useful as a guide for clarification.
 * You can add GAs for HMS Cambrian (1916) and HMS Caradoc (D60) with HMS Cardiff (D58) and HMS Curacoa (D41) already nominated for GA.--Sturmvogel 66 (talk) 15:21, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

What was the Welsh connection other than name again?♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:40, 28 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Cambrian and Curacoa were Pembroke-built; Caradoc and Cardiff have only the names.--Sturmvogel 66 (talk) 17:43, 28 March 2016 (UTC)
 * OK, thanks, I'll include them.♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:46, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

Awaken the Dragon
Hi Dr. Blofeld,

Sorry, I am the least competitive person you are likely to meet. I just plod along writing/editing articles and adding images to Commons when I can, and on subjects that I like, if they are related to Wales or not. For instance, my last article was on Ivan Harbour, who has no relationship with Wales (apart from the lead architect on the Senedd for Richard Rogers Partnership). Best wishes to everyone competing in Awaken the Dragon. Seth Whales  talk    14:25, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

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Egg
Any particular reason that you refer to a film as "egg"? ツ FrB.TG (talk) 17:36, 28 March 2016 (UTC)

I don't, Ssven2 does, it's a reference to him haha! Perhaps he always thinks it's Easter or grew up on a chicken farm LOL who knows ;-)?♦ Dr. Blofeld  17:38, 28 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Actually, the inspiration for the reference comes from dear Captain Jack Sparrow. In POC 1, while on the beach with Knightley, Depp says, "Really bad eggs." So, I've been using variants of that dialogue. BTW, doc. I'm a vegan.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 01:10, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I'm happy that he hasn't used tomatoes to describe films here too. ;) Pavanjandhyala (talk) 02:45, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Leave it to the pros, bro. Hum to sirf ande hain.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:49, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Perhaps, i should refer your films list page as "Ssven2's Egg store" or "Ssven2's chamber of Eggs" hereafter. :p Pavanjandhyala (talk) 12:48, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Ssven's Chicken Farm has a certain ring to it!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:01, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Okay then., your films list has been nicknamed as your chicken farm and i hope you are okay with that. Pavanjandhyala (talk) 13:10, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * You can call them Ssven's Egg store or even Ssven's Fabergés. What d'ya think I'm runnin' here? Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles? Just kidding. You can call it whatever you like.   —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:21, 29 March 2016 (UTC)

Happy Easter
Sorry if I'm late in my wishes, but as a token of my gratitude for your kindness and for the steadfast support you've shown me all along, I present you this. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 01:15, 29 March 2016 (UTC)

Aw thanks Ssven!! Thanks for all of those film recommendations too haha!♦ Dr. Blofeld  07:20, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Thanks from me too to both of you (for films). ツ FrB.TG (talk) 07:41, 29 March 2016 (UTC)

Your inclusion of Tom and Jerry shorts (Huge fan of the original series, even the Gene Dietch and Chuck Jones ones, still watch'em and The Looney Tunes show!) made me want to give you just a few recommendations. Do watch all the oscar-winning shorts of T&J (Johann Mouse is my favourite). Other popular ones include:


 * The Bodyguard
 * Zoot Cat
 * Million Dollar Cat
 * The Mouse Comes to Dinner
 * Mouse in Manhattan
 * Kitty Foiled
 * Heavenly Puss (One of the darker shorts)
 * Tom and Jerry in the Hollywood Bowl
 * His Mouse Friday
 * Cruise Cat
 * Neapolitan Mouse
 * Mice Follies
 * Downhearted Duckling (You'll love the duck, Quacker, in this one)
 * Down Beat Bear

Personally, each of those shorts are worth a watch. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:59, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I don't remember the shorts or episodes I watched as a child but I have spent much of my childhood watching T&J. God, I was like obsessed with T&J, Dragon Tales, The PPG, and Dexter's Laboratory. ツ FrB.TG (talk) 10:19, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * What did I say about no film lists haha! I've seen most of them as a kid but at the time didn't realize they were films! ♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:24, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * No-one has ever recreated the magic of the shorts from the Hanna-Barbera era (1940-1958), not even Hanna-Barbera themselves (evident from the 1975 series). Gene Deitch almost completely destroyed the series with his animation style, but Chuck Jones salvaged it somehow. Kailash29792 (talk) 11:11, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * When I'm in the mood for watching short films I have to see a load of them succession. You can watch like nearly 20 films in the time it takes to see an Indian film ;-) Still a lot of Chaplin/Lloyd/Fields/Arbuckle/Keaton/L&Hardy ones to see.♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:14, 29 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Spot on, Kailash. But one Deitch short (the one with the opera ("Carmen get it", if I'm not mistaken) in particular) is not bad. Chuck Jones added a bit of Looney Tunes to it. As for HB, commercialism got in the way, I guess (remember The Hobbit trilogy). —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 11:17, 29 March 2016 (UTC)

Senghenydd
Hi Doc, Thanks once again for your GA review on the Senghenydd colliery disaster. This is now at FAC, should you wish to comment further. Cheers – SchroCat (talk) 12:08, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Co-ords for Nelson's Pillar
Do you know the best way to accurately source co-ords? I'm asking because this edit changed the co-ords slightly compared to this edit. Am asking you first, but maybe others might know as well? Carcharoth (talk) 21:30, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Sourcing coordinates? Mmm, not something I generally do! If it's a listed building in a town article I might include it in the reference to the listed building site. Otherwise not sure how to do it for buildings which no longer exist! I've just tweaked the coordinates to the exact ones as before though, that OK?♦ Dr. Blofeld  21:35, 30 March 2016 (UTC)
 * That is closer and probably close enough. Thanks for doing that. Carcharoth (talk) 22:11, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Awaken the Dragon
I'd like to help, but honestly, best I might be able to do is a restoration. Adam Cuerden (talk) 00:27, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Even if it's just a restart/rewrite of one article it will all count and go on the list of expansions/creations!♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:18, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

1970s movie lobby cards and posters
I just found out that ebay has a lot of lobby cards right here for instance. You can create a picture of the lobby card on commons and place it into your "Great Films" page if you like to. I've just uploaded a lobby card file of on commons. Just do a check to see if its okay for use. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 06:18, 31 March 2016 (UTC) Not sure that they're OK to use though, you have to have evidence of copyright renewal or lack of it.♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:19, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Can't spot any form of renewal or even lack of it in the ebay URL. BTW, if the case for copyright renewal or lack of it comes up, where to usually get evidence? —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:26, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * BTW, speaking of images, I've noticed that Suspicion is not on your list. —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:31, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * I've seen it of course, but I think it was because originally it was meant to be strictly great films, and Suspicion is not one of them in my opinion. It's OK, but not great. I see it has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes though. I didn't think Grant and Fontaine had very good chemistry at all!♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:36, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Spot on, Doc. In one of Grant's biographies (Eliot I believe), it said he hated Fontaine as he found her quite wooden as well as demanding on sets. She really didn't deserve the Best Actress Award IMO. But, I really found Grant's performance quite powerful and different considering at that time he was beginning to get typecast in comedies. As for Mr. and Mrs. Smith (which was OK really), Hitch did it as a favour to Lombard and, of course, was a departure from his thrillers. —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:42, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * BTW, I've prepared Anbe Sivam for GAN. It's currently at WP:GOCE/REQ awaiting a copyedit. Do let me know if you're interested in reviewing it. —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:45, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Which is rare for Grant as he really had great chemistry with most of his co-stars. Fontaine did seem like she didn't want to be there! I will review Anbe when it's had a copyedit yup.♦ Dr. Blofeld  08:55, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Especially with Bergman, Day, Dunne, Hepburn, Kate, Kelly, Kerr, Loy, Marie-Saint to name a few. She actually was wonderful in Rebecca though. Thanks for accepting the offer to review the article.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 08:58, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Not so much with Kerr I thought (she oddly had better chemistry with Mitchum in Heavens Knows Mr Allison!), but most of the others, especially Bergman, both Hepburns, Day and Russell.♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:07, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yeah, I guess, but you could see that she was smitten by him (all of his co-stars were naturally). In his biographies, he has stated he enjoyed working with Kerr. I absolutely loved the way Bergman gets smitten by him and Indiscreet, when she first meets him. So adorable!  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:18, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, Ingrid in Indiscreet and Audrey in Charade, amazing chemistry. Somebody recommended Charade as a romantic film last month and I agree even though it's a crime film!♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:20, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Are you going to see Don't Look Now then?♦ Dr. Blofeld  11:35, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * First thing tmrw. I thought it was Arangetram.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 14:46, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * OK that then.♦ Dr. Blofeld  15:33, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

70s films
Just watched Don't Look Now. Mysteriously and eerily frightening egg! Sutherland was incredible in it. Personally, The Hunger Games films are a sad waste of his talent. Now, go and watch some KB. As for the next challenge, how about Aval Appadithan vs. Fedora? :-) —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 05:06, 1 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Apologies, I totally missed your post here as I had a lot of new messages at the bottom! Glad you enjoyed it! Very busy at the moment, but will try to see that shortly.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:54, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Not at all, dude. I do understand how important it is. I'll be adding a bit of new material to Cary Grant every now and then to make both our job on the article easier. BTW, how's the contest going? I was wondering if I can sign up and work on Burton as I have some of his biographies with me. Mr. Fantastic as well. :-) —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 12:04, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Sure, you can sign up and work on Burton if you like, that would be great! I had intended working on him soon anyway. He was born 37 miles away from where I live! A fascinating guy and if you really watch him in films like Becket, Virginia Wolff and Look Back in Anger undoubtedly one of the greatest actors to ever appear on screen. Massively underrated because he didn't care about his career really. It's a pity we can't stretch the border a bit around Bristol to include Cary Grant in this though haha! Things like Roald Dahl books and that also part of it. Watching Arangetram now as I look at some of those Indian articles.♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:58, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Oh and yeah, Aval Appadithan vs. Fedora sounds cool from 1978 right?! Fedora is one of Wilder's most underrated films, not too dissimilar in theme to Sunset Boulevard. As it unfolds you'll see it's far better than the critics make out!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:02, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Becket and Virginia Woolf are some of his best performances. You're right too. Massively underrated. Another classic actor who too, is massively underrated, is Jeremy Irons. To me, he captures the flair that Olivier had (He even looks a bit like him!). Possess a more baritone voice (like Big B). I've yet to see his Reversal of Fortune and Damage though. His vocals in The Lion King is phenomenal! Aval Appadithan vs. Fedora. Toh, shart manzoor hai, Doc? (Do you accept the challenge?)  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:07, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, a deal, but not today haha! ;-) ♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:09, 2 April 2016 (UTC)

Great. I've just signed up under the editathon category. — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:18, 2 April 2016 (UTC)

How's Arangetram so far? — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 15:12, 2 April 2016 (UTC)
 * It's OK, still half hour left but to be honest not really feeling like watching anything today! I might enjoy it more on another day with less to think about haha.♦  Dr. Blofeld  15:24, 2 April 2016 (UTC)

Anything else from 1973 you want me to watch? Ulagam Sutrum Valiban maybe? I recommend High Plains Drifter, Clint's at his most rugged in that film. It's quite an eerie film, the music especially at times. It's one of my favourite DVDs. You'll love the barber scene at the beginning. Later on "You're going to look awful silly with that knife poking out your arse", badass ;-)♦ Dr. Blofeld  06:34, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Have been meaning to watch High Plains Drifter. Will do so. As for films from '73, Gauravam comes to mind. You'll feel ROFL looking at Sivaji's overacting as the old barrister. :-D Another KB film, Sollathaan Ninaikkiren is worth a watch, though I haven't seen it yet. Bobby and Yaadon Ki Baaraat are famous Hindi films to watch (haven't seen them yet as well). You can watch Ulagam Sutrum Valiban too if you like, but I highly recommend Gauravam LOL. :-) —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 06:42, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Watching Gauravam now. ♦ Dr. Blofeld  06:47, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * LOL who's the actor in the film with the glasses who looks like the recent Egyptian fake suicide belt hijacker?♦ Dr. Blofeld  07:14, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * I guess it must be Neelu or Nagesh. Is he tall? :-) —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 07:45, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * No, he's a little guy.♦ Dr. Blofeld  07:50, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Then, it's Nagesh (He sported that kind of look in Thillana Mohanambal if you remember). He's fun in it too, but not as much as Sivaji, LOL. BTW, I've nominated Keechaka Vadham for GA. Would you be willing to do a quickie with this one?  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 07:51, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes that's him. Funny seeing Ganesan in colour in normal clothes ;-) I'll try to look at that later! Krish wanted me to look at something first...♦  Dr. Blofeld  07:55, 3 April 2016 (UTC)

How's Gauravam so far? — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:53, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * I've seen it now! Enjoyable!♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:54, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * You'd probably be LMAO at the moment after watching Sivaji's overacting (which won him a Filmfare Award for Best Actor - Tamil!). "The young Bull tries to kill the old Bull, huh? Dammit!" Always gets me. Another one : "TIME! YOU ARE GIVING ME TIME! Are you telling me to go now and come tomorrow!".  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 09:58, 3 April 2016 (UTC)

And people think Steiger overracted. ;-)!♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:05, 3 April 2016 (UTC)
 * So right! Maybe Steiger was inspired by Sivaji. According to my family's POV, other notable films where he overacts include Vietnam Veedu (I've seen this one), Thirisoolam and Miruthanga Chakravathi. Here's a clip from Miruthanga Chakravathi.  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 13:42, 3 April 2016 (UTC)

Watched High Plains Drifter yesterday. Such a deep film and yet, badass. Its only at the fag end of the film that one would notice CE was a ghost! — Ssven2  Speak 2 me 01:25, 7 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Again, I missed your message! Glad you enjoyed it. I see you've seen Fedora now, I'll try to see the 1978 Indian film later if I can! Next challenge, Rickshawkaran vs the 1971 film 10 Rillington Place. Creepy, Attenborough is on top form and totally believable!! ♦ Dr. Blofeld  09:29, 10 April 2016 (UTC)
 * No deal?♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:48, 11 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Most definitely, a deal!  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 10:50, 11 April 2016 (UTC)
 * I'll start watching it in about an hour.♦ Dr. Blofeld  10:55, 11 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Completed Rickshawkaran yet?  —  Ssven2  Speak 2 me 14:25, 11 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Yes, I had to pause it for a bit as I had a delivery to deal with.♦ Dr. Blofeld  14:41, 11 April 2016 (UTC)

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AtD
Awaken the Dragon, what is this? A contest for Welsh articles, started by you? ツ FrB.TG (talk) 19:31, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Yes, you can win up to £200 in Amazon vouchers/books, main prize is £100. Sign up at WP:Atdrag as a contestant if you're interested and I'll add your name to the WikiProject Wales/Awaken the Dragon/Scoreboard. It starts in 3.5 hours time! It's possible that one could be done for India/India cinema in the future. You'll just need to contribute some articles for Wales in April!♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:34, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Ach so! I see that you are quite generous with your money. :D ツ FrB.TG (talk) 19:37, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Not mine, WMUK are kindly supporting it.♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:38, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * It's a nice way to get interest of editors. I hope that it is a success. ツ FrB.TG (talk) 19:40, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Maybe we can start a competition for Hampshire related articles in May? It can be called "Awaken the chav" LOL! JAG  UAR   19:48, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * LOL! They're everywhere though, and not just Britain. My sister went to Madeira last year and said it was full of Portuguese chavs!♦ Dr. Blofeld  19:51, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * If there was one for Essex then I'm sure it would be "Awaken the oompa loompa"! At least Portuguese chavs sound more exotic in contrast to American rednecks etc. JAG  UAR   20:03, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Quick question on A.T.D.

 * Greetings Dr. Can non-entrants work on core articles? Irondome (talk) 20:16, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Hi, yup, anybody can work on anything. But when it begins in a few hours you'll need to sign your name by an article you're going to work on on the core list to avoid conflicts. Just add your name as a participant and any articles you improve to the main list at the bottom.♦ Dr. Blofeld  20:38, 31 March 2016 (UTC)
 * Ok Doc. Irondome (talk) 20:43, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

OK if I put your name down as a participant then? Even if just one or two articles that's fine.♦ Dr. Blofeld  12:53, 1 April 2016 (UTC)
 * Nice one Dr. :) Appreciate it. PC froze up as I was trying to put some rather long cites on a couple of articles, got frustrated and went to bed! Cheers. Simon aka Irondome (talk) 15:11, 1 April 2016 (UTC)

Awaken the dragon
Question for you Dr: Does the Awaken the Dragon contest start at 00:00 BST or UTC?  The C of E God Save the Queen!  ( talk ) 21:00, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

0:00 BST yup, 1 hr 43 minutes from now!♦ Dr. Blofeld  21:17, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

Advice please: I have added Agriculture in Wales to the Wales Topic box (it's a no-brainer and I put sheep farming into a bracket behind it). Do you think the Women's Suffrage in Wales article should go into the politics area of the Topic box or am I overplaying my hand? Thanks FruitMonkey (talk) 13:45, 1 April 2016 (UTC)

Do you mean Template:Wales topics? Yes, agriculture in economy and suffrage in politics, both belong in that main template.♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:49, 1 April 2016 (UTC)


 * You and your technical vocabulary, eh. I think that's what I mean, the Wales Topic Template that sits on the bottom of core articles. FruitMonkey (talk) 13:51, 1 April 2016 (UTC)
 * I thought initially you were talking about topics on the core article list User:FruitMonkey! Great job on Women's suffrage in particular BTW that looks like a future FA to me already. Keep up the great work!♦ Dr. Blofeld  13:56, 1 April 2016 (UTC)

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Wales biographical dictionary
FYI, this source would be great for starting many Wales-related biographies. It's pre-1923 so PD in the US but possibly not PD in the UK given that T[homas] Mardy Rees died in 1953. I'm not sure what our policy is about incorporating text that may not be PD in the country of origin. I noticed this because it has a short bio of Margaret Thomas, a hymnwriter on the missing article list. Calliopejen1 (talk) 21:32, 31 March 2016 (UTC)

If it can be accessed yeah, I can't see it in the UK haha!♦ Dr. Blofeld  21:48, 31 March 2016 (UTC)