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Kitsch, Kitschy: Mid-Century Modern Collectibles, Eames, George Nelson, Frank Lloyd Wright,This article takes a point if the view that Kitsch is in the eye of the beholder and provides reason why this is so. -
Collecting Vintage Kitsch: The Epitome of Bad Taste and We're Loving ItMany people have heard the word kitsch but most would have difficulty making it clear in one sentence exactly what 'kitsch' is.
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What is Kitsch?You know kitsch when you see it, right? But can you give a definition.
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What Are Some Examples of Kitsch?Kitsch is difficult to define, but once you get an idea of what they are, you can pretty easily pick them out. Here are some of the greatest examples and most popular items of kitsch around. -
Chicgo Illinois's Kitsch'n Offers Great Food but Not a Great ThemeTells about Kitsch'n in Chicago Illinois.
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Hellboy 2: The Golden Army Movie Review: High Fantasy Vs. Pop Culture KitschHellboy 2: The Golden Army is filled with visionary sense. It has a wide imagination and a heartfelt plea for environmental concern and cultural diversity. However, its spectacular sense of artistry could have worked much better...
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Music Review of Soviet Kitsch by Regina SpektorRegina Spektor's first major release album is a showcase to her talent.
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Two Must-See Kitschy Chick Flicks: Fathom and Valley GirlIf you love kitsch, then check out the lime-green-bikini-clad Raquel Welch in the 1967 spy comedy "Fathom," and Nicolas Cage as a Hollywood punk in the '80s teen flick "Valley Girl." -
Movie Review: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) Starring Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Taylor Kitsch, Will.I.Am, Ryan Reynolds, Lynn Collins, Danny HustonMovie Review: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) starring Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Taylor Kitsch, Will.i.am, Ryan Reynolds, Lynn Collins, Danny Huston
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Shopping for Art and Kitsch in Guadalajara, MexicoFrom exclusive art galleries to street markets and vendors, there are plenty of ways to spend your money in Guadalajara if you are looking for art and kitsch. Explore what Guadalajara, Mexico has to offer.
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Happy Fisherman in Osage Beach, Missouri - Restaurant ReviewThe perfect kitsch dining experience while vacationing in the Ozarks of Osage Beach, Missouri. The best fish in town!
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Snuggie for Dogs: Last Year's Hot Holiday Gift Goes CanineIs the Snuggie for Dogs canine kitsch or a great gift? Or is pet pampering barking up the wrong tree with Snuggie for Dogs? Here's a look at the Snuggie for Dogs, offered as a hot holiday gift for this year. -
Red Riding Hood on DVD and Blu Ray June 14thRising star Amanda Seyfried cannot seem to escape teen targeted, B-movie kitsch like Red Riding Hood which arrives on DVD and Blu Ray on June 14th.
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OK, I'm a Drag QueenThere’s no denying it. I’m a Drag Queen. I think I’ve been one most of my life. It’s not just because of my encyclopedic knowledge of movie musicals or fond appreciation of kitsch and camp.
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Knight and Day: Action with a Side of KitschKnight and Day is being billed as a comeback for Tom Cruise in the vein of Jerry Maguire. But the awesome action can't overcome the cliched writing, cheesy jokes and banal plot. -
How to Make a Granny Square ScarfCrocheting your own scarf usingspecific geometrical patterns joined into a strip revitalizes the once-arcane granny square motif.
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Trailer for 'Battleship' Promises Alien-Fighting Action, ExplosionsThe trailer for 'Battleship,' a movie based on the iconic Hasbro game of naval combat, is now out. It stars Liam Neeson, Alexander Skarsard, Taylor Kitsch, Brooklyn Decker, and Rihanna and opens in May 2012.
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Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone Take to the Red Carpet for the Premiere of "Crazy, Stupid, Love"Prior to the red carpet event, Carell spoke with "On Air with Ryan Seacrest" and described his role in the new movie. He plays main character Cal Weaver, who gets dumped by his wife following 15 years of marriage. -
The Future is Bright for Actors from TV's Friday Night LightsActors portraying the high school students on the "Friday Night Lights" television series have graduated to success in movie and TV roles. Minka Kelly and Taylor Kitsch are among the show's breakout actors.
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Collecting Pulp FictionWith their racy Kitsch covers and questionable literary content, pulp novels never pretended to be anything other than a ten-cent throwaway read for the man on the move.
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Four Filling Diner & Bistro Choices in Daytona Beach, FloridaSavor homemade zucchini bread in a former drugstore. Dine where Harley riders frequent. Take in American style cultural kitsch to the max! All this and more when you eat in Daytona Beach, Florida! -
Island Living: Decorate Your Urban Spaces in Resort StyleRevitalize your home and bring the island lifestyle inside. The luxury of a beach bungalow is easier to live with than the bikini kitsch of a theme restaurant. Use sun-bleached shades and whitewashed wood, accented with souvenirs of the tropics.
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Using Chic, French Style to Decorate Your HomeWhat turns an apartment into an atelier? A little je ne sais quoi. For inspiration in chic living, turn to those who invented the word. French style isn't found in Eiffel tower or pink poodle kitsch, but in effortless grace - and on flea-market budgets.
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Finding the Right Corporate Office Gag GiftThe office is always in need of some uplifting things to bring the atmosphere down to a fun and calm level. At the PopCultureSpot.com. we've been serving up the fun since 1998 with our specialty of pop culture kitsch.
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How to Make Creative Decorations With NewspapersWhether you're really strapped for cash, hoping to impress friends with your kitsch style, or just feeling creative, you can decorate your apartment with old newspaper. -
Ben Harper & the Marriage of Vice and VirtueAn odd combination of independent/underground kitsch and popular acclaim has put Ben Harper into a netherworld, both on and off the musical map. The musician has been helped and hurt by his penchant for criss-crossing genres and styles.
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Digital NatureThe PC offers laymen like me the empowerment to create. Whether others will judge this as art or kitsch, I do not know. It was a thrilling experience for me, nevertheless. -
The Bubble Room of Captiva Island, FloridaThe Bubble Room is one of the most outrageous restaurants in Florida. How can you go wrong with ample cake and kitsch?
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Michael Jackson Auction to Stimulate Aging Singer's Personal EconomyThe Michael Jackson auction scheduled for April 22nd to the 29th is hailed as a once in a lifetime bidding experience at Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills, CA. Will you place a bid on the aging pop legend's accumulation of art and kitsch? -
Friday Night LightsNBC's Friday Night Lights has been acclaimed by critics, has a small but loyal following yet can't get a toehold in the ratings. Here's why this well-crafted, well-written and well-acted show should stay on the air and not get sent to the showers.
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Famous Fashion Critic Releases "47th Annual Worst-Dressed Women" ListWith the Oscars just around the corner, Richard Blackwell returns to 2007 with his infamous "Worst-Dressed Women List," documenting the latest follies, foibles and fashion flops of Hollywood.
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A Daytona HoneymoonIf you're planning a honeymoon in the coming months, consider sunny Daytona. Above and beyond the great weather, the area has sights to see, fine dining, and enough sand and surf to make even a hard-core beach person giddy.
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Collecting Bar and Cocktail MemorabiliaThe cocktail shaker is a lasting and highly collectible symbol for the Jazz Age, during which no self-respecting high roller or his flapper would consider kicking off an evening with anything other than a dry martini.
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Explore Erotica, Opium Gardens and Monkey Jungles in South Beach, FloridaThe World Erotic Art Museum offers a collection of approximately 4,000 erotic objects and antiques dating back to as early as 200 B.C. -
Egypt - Land of the NileEgypt is one of the most facinating places on earth to visit. The views are amazing and the region is like no other in the world. Make sure to travel during a cooler time for comfort and plan on bringing comfortable shoes and sunscreen.
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Art of the 20th Century: Roy LichtensteinRoy Lichtenstein's art is immediately recognized. It looks like a blown-up comic strip or comic book panel. -
Turning Stone Resort: A Fabulous, Romantic Escape Near Utica, New YorkWhether you are looking for a Valentine's celebration destination, low-key honeymoon spot, or a simple, romantic weekend, Turning Stone Resort hits the jackpot. -
El Cortez: The Best of Las Vegas' Fremont StreetIf you are planning a trip to Las Vegas, there are some reasons you may consider spending a night or two at the El Cortez hotel downtown on Fremont Street, the original Las Vegas Strip. -
Welcome, Tourist, to EdenObdurate but lovable artist with one semester of formal training returns to alma mater as professor of art and generates a small but avid following amongst figurative art cognoscenti, despite an eccentric refusal to pander to art trends. -
White Elephant Gift Ideas for the Faux SophisticateDuring your next white elephant gift exchange, spruce up the gift-giving with pretentious, useless items. Items such as Poker Playing Dogs, a poster of the Mona Lisa, smoking jacket, a pipe, and a bust of Mozart are ideal gifts for the faux sophisticate.
