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Notebook Letters 6.

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Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:23 pm

River Phoenix

Purefoy as Bond

In response to Ken Cooper, I would have loved James Purefoy as Bond, a great actor. I can't stand Daniel Craig, overrated as Bond and a horrible man in real life. William Farrell, Coventry

Vortex: He speaks highly of you!

Have you actually seen The Dark Knight, Charnjit? It too features the Tumbler, it "hears" the Batpod. Matth, Wakefield

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 17th of September, 2008; 3/6.

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Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:28 pm

River Phoenix

Halloween Playlist

- scareosmith.
- The Tragic Numbers.
- Bad Apparition.
- The Shivertines.
- Fright Eyes.
- Patrick Werewolf.
- Radiodead.
- The Ghostal Service.

Vigiphantom Maelstrom

Call me W-H*ll-W for the day, VM. And I'm a big fan of Ghouls Aloud myself...

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 1/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:32 pm

River Phoenix

Give Lee a knighthood!

Give Christopher Lee a knighthood! He is a living legend, the last of a rare breed. It is no wonder the world's top directors, Peter Jackson, Tim Burton, Spielberg, George Lucas and the like all command his presence in their pictures! A Bafta fellowship would also be more than worthy. Rob Hughes

Once Upon A Time In America didn't pass the BBFC without cuts. It was censored in two places for s*xual violence. Ste

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 17th of September, 2008; 4/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:38 pm

River Phoenix

Toilet Ghosts

Sometimes on dark nights, peanuts come back to haunt bathrooms everywhere! They appear by dreadful magic in the toilet with devil's spawn and on occasion the h*ll spaw sesame seed demons!

To spot these paranormal activities you need Yvette Fielding, a strong stomach and to be brave enough to face sulphurous smells from beneath.

The Horrible Harpie Nesting on lord sebastian flyte's Pumpkin

Sounds like a job for Mabel Mop to me.

Zine; 31st of October, 2004; 2/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:42 pm

River Phoenix

Shaun beating a laugh

Best comic violence has to be the beating an old man with pool cues to the tune of Don't Stop Me Now in Shaun of The Dead. I laughed until I was sick! Woody

Jenna, Philip K D*ck praised Blade Runner because Ridley Scott showed him rushes of the film and he turned to Scott then said he had managed to enter his head, as the opening scene was how he imagined it when he was writing it. Chris Woodcock, Stockport

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 17th of September, 2008; 5/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:46 pm

River Phoenix

Not-So-Fancy Dress

Ahh Halloween is upon us once again, the one time in the year where it's OK for me to dress up as a woman. Why, you may ask, wouldn't dracula be more appropriate? But what's scarier than a 6'4" man in a flowery dress?

Fluffy The Evil One

A 6'4" bearded woman in a flowery dress perhaps? Mabel just doesn't listen- floral prints do nothing for her.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 3/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:49 pm

River Phoenix

Praise for Langella

It is good to see praise for Frank Langella as Skeletor, but Langella has also portrayed one of the most romantic and charismatic Draculas on screen (and on stage) as can be seen from John Badham's 1979 film Dracula.

A very underrated film with the bonus of Laurence Olivier playing Van Helsing as he should be portrayed. Rosie Gilbert, Andover, Hants

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 17th of September, 2008; 6/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:52 pm

River Phoenix

Nevermind

Screams. Terror. Pain. Horror. The horror! Help... please help. Foolish. So foolish. Arrogant. Videotape. Curse. Haunted. Death. Dead. Seven days. Darkness. Helpless. Princess Nikki. Complete first season.

Little Wooo000ooo Fox

So that means Nikki is stuck down a well somewhere? Best leave her there.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 4/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 7:56 pm

River Phoenix

Death Magnetic is one h*ll of an album. It shows that hyped bands will always be average when greatness knocks on your door, and their performance on Later Live sealed the deal. I don't know what Andy expected from the album, it was either that or St Anger II. Everyone wanted a proper Metallica album, and they got it. Yonis Jama

I've just got tickets for The Wedding Present's hometown leeds gig in December. It's going to be mint. The Doc

The Void; Teletext page 827; 17th of September, 2008; 2/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 8:10 pm

River Phoenix

The True Horror

Here's a tip for the most frightening costume to wear trick or treating this Halloween. It's not a ghost, or a werewolf or a witch, or a vampire. It's not even a James Blunt mask and cape. No, the most terrifying apparition possible in October is that red-coated buffoon himself, Father Christmas.

Go away until December, old man!

Insane Jam Sow

Ignore Santa, he's just a stooge. The real power lies in the elves.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 5/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 8:13 pm

River Phoenix

Is Estelle destined to be a one-hit wonder? Her last two singles have barely made an impact, and I'm starting to wonder if American Boy wouldn't have done better, as it's one of my albums of 2008 and I thought she'd be our answer to Missy Elliott. Gav N

Kings of Leon and Metallica at No 1: what a great week for rock. Shame there's no TOTP any more. Pat Palloon

The Void; Teletext page 827; 17th of September, 2008; 1/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 8:17 pm

River Phoenix

Trolleyed

There are trolls in my flat. They are lovely... except on Halloween, when they turn into zombies. Who will save me? Perhaps elden ray will let me hide in her time machine. Maybe Vigilante Maelstrom will zap them with his glasses. Or perhaps One Winged Angel and Satan's Little Helper will lend me a sword and a pitchfork.

You'll help me, won't you, Ziners? Hey, where'd you go?

Smashed Strawberry, Hector's House

Sword? Pitchfork? A simple keyring is usually enough to enslave them.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 6/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 9:54 pm

River Phoenix

Stevie Wonder has created some of the most wonderful music ever, but his Jonathan Ross appearance doesn't excuse his recent dross. There's still brilliant pop around now. Gazzoir

I've been a Queen fan for 34 years, but the new abum is awful. There's no blistering Brian May guitar work or operatic vocals. Even Roger Taylor doesn't sound the same on drums. Drop Paul Rodgers, boys. He's dragging you down. Hartlepool Gerald

The Void; Teletext page 827; 18th of September, 2008; 3/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 9:58 pm

River Phoenix

Acid Rain

So there I was, kicking about when some clouds came over and acid rain popped out. Now you might think that this would only be dangerous to monuments and limestone and stuff, but no. First it stripped everyone to their dermatological layers and then changed everyone into Halifax's Howard. Plus, we now have vampire cows. Spooky.

Standard Class Beta

Bet that turned them into a real laughing stock.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 7/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:01 pm

River Phoenix

While I agree that Snail that Sam's Town is a disappointing album, I wouldn't say Read My Mind is my only highlight. When You Were Young and For Reasons Unknown were also standouts. Sawdust slightly made up for Town's shortcomings, but I hope The Killers' new album is a return to form. Shane Damien

Death Magnetic is excellent, albeit familiar. Each song has a guitar or melody reminiscent of ast work. It's like a Best Of with new sings. Ramsay

The Void; Teletext page 827; 18th of September, 2008; 4/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:05 pm

River Phoenix

A Ghost Story

I live in the most haunted village in Britain. We have been cursed.
Our houses were built on the site of an horrific medieval battle.
The fallen knights haunt us. They scream and whisper, and invade our sleep with visions of their terrible slaughters.
We cry, oh, we cry, awaiting our exorcism.

Blossom Black Shadow (of Death!).

You've really captured the spirit of the Halloween Zine there, Blossom.

Zine; 31st of October, 2006; 8/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:17 pm

River Phoenix

I'm glad Dubstar are reforming, but what about Sarah Blackwood's new band Client? They've gone from strength to strength. Also, I feel sad for the negativity towards Ashlee Simpson's new album. Unlike her past rock ones, Bittersweet Word is brave, exciting pop: much better than the Max Martin pop from America.

As much as I like the new Katy Perry album, Ashlee's one has blown me away. Simon The Big Gay

The Void; Teletext page 827; 18th of September, 2008; 5/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:21 pm

River Phoenix

Paddy Irishman Wherever I go, there I am. Isn't technology wonderful?

You could call it technology, others might just say it was the mirror on yer 'ead.

The Owl of Bewilderment This newbie feels very old- am I an ancient newbie or something?

You are a veteran, Owl.

lilac leopard Wanted- large Iranian tap-dancing carp with lime green veil and own shoes. Must be able to scare children, dogs and WLW.

Hey! If I saw a tap-dancing trout, maybe...

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 1/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:43 pm

River Phoenix

Top 10 pop-punk bands

1) The Ramones
2) Queers
3) Descendents
4) Screeching Weasel
5) Beatnik Termites
6) Groovie Ghoulies
7) Riverdales
Eight) The Mr T Experience
9) Green Day
10) Methadones

Johnster Munch

The Void; Teletext page 827; 18th of September, 2008; 6/7.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:51 pm

River Phoenix

My Afternoon Shocker

It was 1.45pm. The TV was on and I was waiting. How would Susan react to the knowledge that Karl 'I look as though I have plastic hair' Kennedy is having a baby to Izzy the dizzy blonde?

So what happened? Synchronised diving, crazy table tennis muscle women, skinny girls jumping around on mats. Who would choose to watch the Olympics over the classic that is Neighbours?

If you'd kept up with our Friday soap column you'd have known that!

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 2/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:53 pm

River Phoenix

Cage's best and worst

Nic Cage's worst films are Captain Corelli and City of Angels. He sleepwalks through both with the expression of a man slapped in the face. When Meg Ryan encounters the logs in Angels I laughed out loud. His best films are Con Air and It Could Happen To You. Maggie, Glasgow

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 1/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 10:57 pm

River Phoenix

Woohoo! Student Loan!

My student loan will be going on the following things:

* iPod
* Laptop
* Major eBay session
* Holiday

Apparently I have to pay for my course too.

farmer jack

It's a slippery slope, farmer jack, a slippery slope, I know...

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 3/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:01 pm

River Phoenix

Over-hyping reviews

Agree with Dave Jones about overhyped films reviews. Worst example ever is Lost In Translation. Carole, Wolverhampton

Quinten, I read that Shane Black was in talks to write Lethal Weapon 5. If he also directs we could have another Kiss Kiss Bang which is an underrated modern classic. Oliver, Yorkshire

Is Rambo 5 being made? Phil, Kent

Vortex: It's in pre-production.

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 2/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:05 pm

River Phoenix

A Fowl Idea

Why have so many girls started calling people "chicken" since that Geordie girl got famous on Big Brother?

I've spoken to three people this week who each called me "chicken".

That's taking reality TV a little too far, isn't it, WLW? See you soon, turkey.

DJ Dave

I agree, Deej. My mates have started chewing matches, Victor-stylee too.

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 4/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:17 pm

River Phoenix

The Rock for Tarzan

Please have The Rock for Tarzan. He'd be great for that part. He has the body for it. Natalie, Nottingham

Vortex: See the next page. Dwayne to star in Disney's Tomorrowland.

Sorry, Anon, but you got the wrong superhero, buddy. Batman saw the introduction of the 12. No one under that age allowed at all. Not 12A which came along only recently and allowed under 12 with adults. Anon, SMS

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 3/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:21 pm

River Phoenix

Jay And Silent Bob

Has anyone else seen this movie? I have to say that it is comedic genius, with many laugh out loud jokes.

There is also a whole host of cameos, from Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Chris Rock, Carrie Ffisher and more. And last but most certainly not least, Elisa Dushku in a tight body suit. Oh yes, this is a great movie! Go see it.

Slayer Dude

Does Ben Affleck play the bark of a tree or a coffee table in this one?

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 5/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:35 pm

River Phoenix

clockwork penis death

Just read your list of most violent films. In a clockwork orange it was a woman who was killed by the porcelain penis, not a man. Chris, Hartlepool

Out of Africa: amazing score by John Barry and acting by the beautiful Meryl Streep. Kirstie, B'ham

Violent films: Wes Craven's Last House On The Left, Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs. AP, Notts

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 4/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:39 pm

River Phoenix

I've Been Itching To Say It

Today, I have been mostly been peeling the skin from my legs after getting burnt on holiday. They are currently in the third stage of burningment. First they swelled up and went all red then they started itching. Now they are peeling.

Argh. Anyway, you would not believe how big some of the pieces of skin were. I'm running out of moisturiser. The moral of the story is, children, wear suncream. You'll thank me one day.

Satan's Little Helper

At least you escaped blisters like the ones I got on my spindly legs.

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 6/8.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:54 pm

River Phoenix

Violent film scenes

You mentioned Irreversible in your violent films feature, but it was the r*pe scene that was the controversy. Three films you didn't mention were Murder-Set-Pieces, Scrapbook and ichi the killer. The first is banned and the other two cut.

All had scenes which are disturbing to some people. I'm desensitised to violence in films, I look at them as entertainment and that's that, whatever people and the media say. James, Harlow

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 5/6.

Rayanne Graff

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14^th Jun 2010 at 11:57 pm

River Phoenix

Keep Your Distance

They say that you are never more than eight feet away from a rat.

Well, in Stevenage you are never more than eight feet away from a townie. Coincidence?

YeahYeahYeah

How about if you catch a rat and hold it on a nine-foot leash?

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 7/8.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 12:00 am

River Phoenix

RoboCop's shocker

The scene in RoboCop in which Peter Weller's Alex Murphy character is murdered is particularly shocking and violent. MS, Wakefield

Oker, Gotham City: I never said that Jacob's Ladder was rubbish, I merely mentioned it as being a confusing at best film. My original gripe was with Naked Lunch which I still think is rubbish. Please read things through before making inept judgments. DW, Walsall

Vortex; Teletext page 817; 18th of September, 2008; 6/6.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 12:07 am

River Phoenix

Chat-Up Lines That Are Worse Than That of The Owl of Bewilderment

* "Your dad must have been a jewel thief-- you've got such a twinkle in your eye."
* "If I was the commander of the alphabet, I'd put U and I together."
* Go up to a girl/ guy in a bar, take a cube of ice and smash it under your feet before smoothly saying: "Well, that broke the ice."

Class.

He Who Loves To Skank

Someone tried the ice one on me once but broke my foot by accident.

Zine; 26th of August, 2004; 8/8.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 10:19 am

River Phoenix

I cried watching Stevie Wonder on Jonathan Ross. I imagine seeing him live next month will be something I'll tell my grandchildren about one day. But it got me thinking: what happened to the days of the superstar? Where is this generation's Madonna, Jackson, Prince or Springsteen? Is Justin Timberlake and Beyonce as good as they've got? Ralph Wiggum

No Ash in Munch's Top 10 of pop-punk bands? Shame on you. Tommy Cox

The Void; Teletext page 827; 19th of September, 2008; 1/7.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 10:22 am

River Phoenix

Tasty dishes

Gothic Fairy Is it me, or does one of the guys from Il Divo look like one of the Dolmio puppets?

One? Try all of them.

The Psychedelic Gloom I've had a really good idea: try frying chips in cod liver oil to make them more healthy!

Almost as healthy as having a diet cola with a burger.

Zine; 6th of February, 2007; 1/6.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 10:48 am

River Phoenix

What albums are Voiders looking forward to in the next couple of months? Oasis, Keane and Kaisers are anticipated, but for me it's Ben Folds on September 29. He's recently collaborated with Amanda Palmer, Regina Spektor and The Streets. He's got forthcoming projects with Nick Hornby and Elton John too.

Ben is a versatile artist, so it's a shame he never gets any publicity in this country, apart from on Planet Sound. Daisy Dandelion

The Void; Teletext page 827; 19th of September, 2008; 2/7.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 10:51 am

River Phoenix

Armless enough

Cedric The Sea Monster only had two teeth,
the rest were produced by a yob named Keith.
He really shouldn't have spilled his pint.

Naff Naff Bob Face

I've always said he couldn't hold his drink- literally. He has no arms.

Zine; 6th of February, 2007; 2/6.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 11:10 am

River Phoenix

I concur with Jonno's lament at the lack of modern artists as impressive as Stevie Wonder, but there is hope. I saw Gotye this week, an outstanding talent who, like Darren Hayes and Delays, is producing innovative new music. Kuma

Void: All together now: Darren Hayes?!

Musicians shouldn't indulge anyone. Self-indulgence is OK once in a while, but great artists measure themselves against art. They push the boundaries, not solipsise. Phonophobic

The Void; Teletext page 827; 19th of September, 2008; 3/7.

Rayanne Graff

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15^th Jun 2010 at 12:09 pm

River Phoenix

Lapping it out

Outside it was frosty; bitterly cold. Flip, flop, went the cat flap, as the furry one came home. "Ow," he said, as he leapt upon my lap. "Ahh," I thought, "Isn't he affectionate?" Then I became aware of very four very cold paws pressing into my thighs. When they'd warmed up, he jumped off and went to bed. Do you get treated this shabbily, WLW?

The Barking Tree

Try getting Mabel's cold paws all over you, after she's had a sherry or two.

Zine; 6th of February, 2007; 3/6.

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