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...crafting films, had begun to forge a distinctive adult American cinema. Few thought in terms of box office megamillions. The idea was to earn enough to entice someone into financing your next picture. (Jean-Luc Godard had done this successfully in France in the 60s; Robert Altman adopted that model for his pioneering 70s works.) Most films by the most gifted Americans were present-day dramas that picked at some social scab until, in the last reel, it burst...
...exposed not only our logistical incompetence, but also the deeply fractured state of American society. NCCC is a platform of practical help and a bright beacon of hope. Its activities, rather than being harshly cut at the height of their success, should serve as an inspiration and provide a model for expanded programs...
...creativity that feeds its bottom line. I was impressed to learn that each Google employee is supposed to devote 10% of his or her time to exploring far-out ideas. I also like the company's emphasis on developing technology first and finding an economically viable business model second. Google could apply those values by entering the spam wars. If it could develop an antispam tool that defeats e-mail evildoers, Google would continue its growth while furthering its philosophy. Kevin A. Keane Lafayette, New Jersey...
...basic principle of the new model is to get the driver farther away from points of impact. So engineers have made it wider and and taller, creating what the drivers call a bigger greenhouse. That could be important when the car, say, rolls onto its roof. The driver's seat has been moved 4 in. to the center, which is supposed to achieve two things: it lets NASCAR reinforce the driver's side with energy-absorbing, staggered steel plates and gives the driver more comfort. Over the years, as NASCAR began adding such safety devices as the HANS head...
...wider and moved 3 in. (7.6 cm) rearward SIDE-DOOR BARS They are staggered and will collapse in succession to lessen any impact NEW OLD FRONT BUMPER The boxier bumper matches the rear bumper's height and is 3 in. (7.6 cm) higher and thicker than the current model. The shape traps air, slowing...