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Famous films that were planned but never made include adaptations like Orson Welles of 'Heart of Darkness', Martin Scorsese's George Gershwin biopic, and Spike Lee's 'Porgy and Bess'
The failed rock adaptation of 'Dune' envisioned in the 1970s had a star-studded cast like Mick Jagger and Salvador Dalí, but the ambitious project never materialized due to challenges and lack of funding
Alejandro Jodorowsky's extravagant vision for 'Dune' involved notable figures like Salvador Dalí and Pink Floyd, but the project collapsed after spending extensively on script, storyboards, and negotiations

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The author reflects on a poem by Frank O'Hara and its relevance to their life in New York.
The author discusses influences and mentions relevant reporters and writers in internet culture.

The 10th anniversary of 'The Martian' highlights the power of problem-solving and self-sufficiency in driving progress and celebrating human ingenuity.
The 'Star Trek' franchise embodies a pro-progress, risk-embracing philosophy and has made a significant cultural impact, paving the way for technological advancements and careers.
Science fiction stories like 'The Martian' and 'Star Trek' exemplify Up Wing thinking, focusing on individual initiative, resourcefulness, and a positive attitude towards progress.

Being a film buff is about showing up and watching movies consistently.
Anyone can become a film buff by dedicating time to watching films, whether at the cinema or streaming.
Enjoying and discussing movies with others is a fulfilling aspect of being a film buff.

Create for yourself first - don't try to guess what others will like, make what you like.
Having no investments can sometimes be the best investment strategy.
Using two phones - one for productive tasks and one for distractions - can help increase focus and productivity.

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The Cosmic Companion is launching new episodes in 2024 with more puppets and AI technologies for engaging science education.
They are producing short films like "The AI Man" and working on a feature-length film called "Gaia Rising".
The team is focused on improving the consistency of their newsletter delivery for a better subscriber experience.

Buñuel's final four films explore human desire, repression, and societal civility through surrealistic storytelling.
Jacques Lacan's theories on desire and pleasure are intertwined with Buñuel's filmography, creating a deep exploration of human experience.
The gender dynamics and complexities of desire depicted in Buñuel's films echo the themes discussed by Lacan, showing the universal struggle with desire and relationships.

Reading links posts can provide insights into what influences someone at a specific time.
Compiling lists of books, blogs, podcasts, and music can help you reflect on your media consumption and discover new recommendations.
Exploring a variety of media like books, blogs, podcasts, and music can give you a diverse range of perspectives and entertainment.

The post includes media recommendations like blogs, podcasts, music, films, books, and papers that the author enjoyed in February.
There are interesting reading recommendations from various domains and genres suggested by the author, including philosophy, music, documentaries, and movies.
The author provides a personal touch by sharing thoughts on the media consumed, such as novels, music albums, podcasts, and academic papers.