Patton Oswalt is brilliant.
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I received this book in perfect condition at a very fair price. Patton Oswalt's writing style is very unique. This is a huge plus, especially for those who are not avid readers. The book is hilarious and heart-warming and I would recommend to anyone and everyone. I could not put the book down, again it is a very easy and quick read, but also is so enjoyable that I just had to keep on reading. 5 stars for Patton!
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When Faith No More broke up, I had no idea Mike Patton would go on to do something so incredible!  This Mr. Bungle album cements Patton as a musical genius.  His international influences are evident; FINALLY someone has the  talent to blend foreign music into a good sound.  The greatest thing about  Mike Patton is his ability to write a song that you can snap along with.  This whole CD is full of those kinds of songs, and every time I listen to  it I hear something new.  That's what I like.
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Always loved this mini series, don't know how many times watching this already. Hope somehow they do another one like this with a different unit or division. 3rd army Patton would be awesome
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PATTON, one of the greatest movies of all time. I saw it when it first came on the screen, and I watch it at least once a year. I think it's a good film to up your moral, on cloudy days
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This series is so "real"... it feels real and reels you in (I know.. that's a bit cheesy but I couldn't resist). It's very well written and I've now read all 14+2 and I decided to come back and write a review to copy and share on all the books...

Amazingly, consistently, throughout the entire series, in every book and on (ok people, he's human so on ALMOST) every page, he's achieved a caliber of balance I honestly can't remember seeing before.  He doesn't include so much unnecessary "garble" that you're "skipping and scanning" trying to find the story. He utilizes just enough "descriptive writing" to provide the information your mind needs to "see" what's happening in the scene which allows you to feel as if you're truly experiencing it.  . I became so immersed that at times I felt "odd" when I'd go to cook dinner and the water and power flowed freely...

I think the way he's written this, with most of being written in first person, truly "hooks" your mind and pulls you on so that it's almost as if you ARE John.

One component I'd like to share with other readers is how unlike his writing is from several (almost all) other post-apocalyptic books which include military story lines that I've read. Having grown up on military bases literally around the world, and as the member of a family with generations of Army "grunts", I look for these types of stories.

Unlike many of his counterparts, who have to some degree or another jumbled the differences in the branches or inaccurately portrayed elements such as "the heart" of a serviceman, sometimes minutely and others horribly - and in my opinion disrespectfully and dishonorably. Though in one books instance I was so appalled I stopped reading it and never read the author again. Mr. Patton has gone to great lengths diligently endeavoring to accurately portray all aspects from the correct terminology used by and for each branch to the dialogue being "true military speak" to the capabilities and limits of weaponry and arms and so on. While he openly admits to taking literary license as well as the occasional error, he has actually written forewords providing true historical facts regarding previous military actions which he referenced or weaves into his plot.

Mr. Patton has done our men and women proud. He has truly captured the "character of the characters". Due to medical disqualifications I didn't have the honor of serving our country but At 6'7" and with 280 lbs of ferocity, grit and heart my daddy served for 20 years. In multiple countries, including being a trainer for Desert Storm, a Recruiter, an MP and many other positions I don't know, he completed his career as an E-6, First Class Special Staff Sergeant (I'm fairly certain that's how it's said but I might be mistaken). 

In one book there's a discussion regarding the public saying "thank you" because it's "expected"... almost as if it seems empty to the soldier... I'd like all of you who have served and are reading this to know... You may have just been doing your job, but you CHOSE to do that for me... so from this little girl inside of me who ran across the tarmac trying to keep her daddy home, then waited in the window "forever" watching the sky, then waited under the awning for him to finally step off the bus, and then stood in the sun for the hours it took until he was released so I could run across the tarmac when my daddy came home.... and who cried with her friends for what our mommies or daddies "left on the field" whether it was their lives or their limbs or their hearts... from the bottom of my heart, with words that are way too small to ever be big enough to hold the weight I mean them with, which are far from "empty" and couldn't be more full, I truly THANK YOU for your service and sacrifice.
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As someone who does historical research for a living I must say that this film is not overly beholden to authenticity, but nevertheless it is an absolute pleasure to behold. The movie's Patton is a delightful character, with a fascinating motivations. This character alone makes this movie, whether you are an American or not. My highest recommendations!
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I'm a big fan (ahem) of Patton Oswalt's stand up and other work.  This short collection of essays is informed by his English major nerd background and is by turns funny, insightful and poignant.  On at least three occasions I laughed so hard I got light headed from oxygen deprivation.  Here's hoping this won't be his last effort.
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The movie wins!  Patton was not a superstar away from the battle grounds, though very perceptive and bright.  The movie is a, "No letdown" film that shows an array of features, such as great `shots, sound, action, acting, etc.  This movie belongs in all libraries!
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Im a fan of Patton Oswalt. I have been ever since I first listened to Feelin Kinda Patton. From there its been good times all the way and his subsequent albums never failed to live up to the comedy bar he had set for himself (and trust me, he set the bar pretty high). So, the question is, does his new project, Tragedy Plus Comedy Equals Time, live up to the rest of an already stellar discography? Let me answer the question I posed to myself with another question: Is Orudis Blampfortt a horrible name for a person? And flower?

Everything youve come to know and love about Oswalts comedy, I am happy to report, is still very much alive and kicking. When viewing Oswalts personal life from afar and how it feeds into his comedy, its a bit amusing to see how hes evolved. If you were to tell 2004 Oswalt that 2014 Oswalt would be doing bits about raising his scooter-loving daughter while delicately balancing accidental sightings of The Wolfman with Schoolhouse Rock, he might cut you off, letting out a horrible scream before breaking into the gnashing of teeth. If, though, you were to assure 2004 Oswalt that 2014 Oswalt hasn't lost a bit of his edge and his bite still.has bitethen I think hed be OK (Just don't tell 2004 Oswalt that 2014 Oswalt has come to accept all forms of music. I don't know how to explain that away).

Dont let that last paragraph make you think Oswalts material is now all playground adventures and dancing before bedtime. Theres an incredible story of his sort-of encounter with a prostitute that endswellnot how you think it will end and his line about the only reason to visit Florida (I won't spoil it by saying it here), is so simultaneously beautiful and groan-inducingit was like an angel came down and touched my iPod. So be assured, Oswalt-ians (I have no idea what Oswalt fans call themselves, but from now on, they're Oswalt-ians), your hero has not sold out. Well, he sort of has, and his 11-minute chunk on just how he did it is incredible. And sort of makes me want to figure out how to book myself at the Tulalip Resort Casino because if thats selling out, then consider me sold.

While I listened to the CD my only complaint was the handful of visual punchlines that didn't translate to an audio format. I wondered what the audience was laughing at and, no matter what I imagined in my head, nothing struck me quite as funny as what Oswalt seemed to be doing (Thats why hes the one being booked at the Tulalip Resort Casino and not me). Truth be told, though, I really have no room to complain because this is a CD/DVD combo and after listening I watched the video and was able to enjoy the show in its entirety. And - just as I suspected - Oswalts reactions and expressions were much funnier than anything I envisioned.

If you're a fan of Oswalt and you don't already have this project in your collection, Id like to encourage you to pick yours up. And if you're unfamiliar with Oswalt and his comedy, then I would say to you, Really? And then I would encourage you to pick it up, too.
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I love this movie! I can watch it over and over. Why? There are very few films in this category of really creating the feeling that you are in this place with the characters. Sure, the writing is straight out of a high school philosophy class' conspiracy theorists, religious or otherwise. The story doesn't really matter. This is thoroughly entertaining and diverse in its execution. Acting is actually quite good, but many will probably think less of it because of the goofy dialogue.
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Very good.  Very interesting.  Very thought provoking.  Patton was a h--- of a man.
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Will Patton is one of the best readers ever.  He has a thousand voices in him.  Dave Robicheaux is a cop who gets the job done.
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Great album. Very funny. Patton has been consistently solid in his career as a comedian. Was not disappointed by this album though the first review made me thought I might be. He's an awesome story-teller. He did great with his presentation and the jokes were on point and interesting as hell. Good job Patton. BTW, love the album cover. Very cool.
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WW2 is America's greatest story. The Greatest Generation. When we defeated evil, saved the world, established wonderful democracies in some lasting way, and became the superpower. Daniel Inouye, Simo Hayha, Audie Murphy, and stories like theirs are legends that evoke an almost universal respect -- something unlike any other war. It was a war of many historical firsts and lasts.

Suffice to say, it's probably the greatest venue for true-life, historical, epic story-telling available. And what an amazing story for a variety of ordinary, everyday 1940's Americans to invade mainland Europe, from France, to Belgium, to the German Alps, by jumping out of airplanes.

Band of Brothers more than does it credit. The writing explores the military and personal life of these soldiers in very unflinching ways. It isn't flying through some philosophical, illogical mission, a la Saving Private Ryan and so many other war movies. Instead, it starts with basic training! And you quickly learn to admire the leadership and camaraderie of these real soldiers.

The real soldiers are interviewed at the beginning of each episode. It doesn't the least bit detract from the great actors in this series immediately pulling you in. The effects are, of course, top notch. The tanks, equipment, weaponry, everything, is all historically accurate, or at least extremely close by Hollywood's usually lax standards. It's an amazing story that only the most brutal reality can provide, full of humanity's worst and finest. The actors' portrayal of these characters has stuck with me for years. Many of them are British, and yet they are now also pure Americana, having done privilege to our country's icons. But more than being an American war story, it really is the soldiers' stories, as we see from the respect given to the surrendering Germans, who give one of the show's greatest speeches. I love this show with all my heart.
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Scott was made for this part, fine job of acting!

Pattons ability to inspire the men under his command, to greatness on the field af battle, certainly helped preserve our freedom.

The Blue ray excelence is just marvelous, allong with the great sound track.

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There are certainly a number of actors who are forever identified by a single role (think Sean Connery as James Bond), but only a small number seem to actually BECOME the person they portray. George C. Scott becomes General George S. Patton. This is a towering performance, and the movie itself is fantastic.  Scott owns this film, and he is breathtaking. The Limited Edition packaging is quite well done. A must have.
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Aaron Sorkin writes a fantastic cast of characters - this is the best Matthew Perry I've ever seen and Bradley Whitford is exceptional.  I wish there were more seasons of this fantastic show.