And also: back in ‘91, things were bad.

It’s such a complicated issue in California. Even if you did store more water (where and how and at what cost?), you have to take into account the impact of water runoff or lack thereof. It affects salinity levels in streams, lakes and the ocean. Too little runoff affects wildlife and agriculture, creating dust bowls,…

Because growers can export almonds overseas at huge profit.

He’s well cast as an insufferable jerk. Now go watch and enjoy this greatness.

Traditional matte paintings are a lost art—thanks for showing some great ones. One note—the Carpathia painting by Chris Evans was for a Titanic scene made in 1996 while he was working at Matte World Digital (not ILM). I used to work there too. Chris is a true master. His original painting from this shot hung on the…