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September 2

Actual location of beach scenes in " Tell Me you love me junie moon" ©1970

Otto preminger directed movie with liza minneli. I think it was old orchard beach in Maine. Cant find set locations anywhere. Thanks. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 97.89.153.120 (talk) 06:45, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

IMDB lists filming locations. AndrewWTaylor (talk) 14:03, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

On the balcony

Resolved

Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 01:25, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Are they able to close in on Steve in one shot, or is it a compilation of several shots?Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 13:19, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

With all due respect, what the f**k are you talking about? -- Jack of Oz ^{[your turn]} 13:44, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The last time Shell asked a really vague question it turned out to be about Pulp Fiction. Since I've tried to block that movie out of my memory, I can't recall if there is a balcony or a character named Steve in it. It would help a lot if Shell would give more context or background to his questions. Dismas|^(talk) 00:24, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I've seen Pulp Fiction enough to re-enact by myself it with handpuppets. There's no such scene in that film. I'm not sure which Steve is on which balcony, but it isn't in that film. --Jayron32 00:34, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Maybe Shell is asking about Hawaii Five-O's title sequence, where the camera zooms in on Steve McGarrett on The Ilikai's top balcony.[1] Then again, maybe not. ---Sluzzelin talk 00:43, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Yes thats what I meant. Here it is at ~:15 to :18. I'm not sure if it was done in 1 shot or several? Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 00:55, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Film and helicopter time being as expensive as they were/are, it was probably done in one or two takes and they used the best one. And in the future, could you add more context to your questions? This could have been answered with a lot less effort if you had told us what you were talking about more specifically in the first place. Dismas|^(talk) 01:17, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

It looks like a much-sped-up single sequence, finished by a closeup from the opposite side taken by a stationary camera. I don't think the chopper really got that close to Jack Lord. The sped-up technique was a visual trick. I'm reminded of the zoom-in shot at the start of The Sound of Music, which was also done from a helicopter, then cut to a ground-level shot. In fact, according to commentary I heard somewhere (possibly Richard Rogers, possibly Robert Wise) the chopper's downwash was so strong it knocked Julie Andrews off her pins. ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 23:03, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks Buggs, the "much sped-up" comment above cleared it up for me, not realizing that made me think it might have been a compilation.

Dismasl, before you go lecturing other editors on their lack or context, I recommend:

Having the Help desk explain this to you.
Sticking to simpler questions if you are getting frustrated. Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 00:55, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Interestingly (ahem), the 2010 remake Hawaii Five-0 (note the difference in spelling) uses the same zoom in on Alex O'Loughlin (instead of Jack Lord) on top of the same building. I think it's shorter, or less catchy anyway. clip. ---Sluzzelin talk 12:05, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I see, thanks much! Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 14:47, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The Legend of Zelda

Is there a Japanese website for The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword? If there is then give me a link. Have the game been rated by the CERO yet?69.131.127.208 (talk) 18:27, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

This Nintendo video clip on Nintendo's Japanese website will interest you, though it looks like an interview and is not a full-blown marketing website. I found this by looking in the "References" section for our The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword article. Also, this is a pretty elementary question that a search engine could find — what happened when you tried a Google search like this one: http://www.google.com/search?q=%22skyward+sword%22&hl=en&lr=lang_ja Comet Tuttle (talk) 21:38, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

But what about the CERO rating part? Was it rated A all Ages in Japan?69.131.127.208 (talk) 22:22, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

It's not out yet. We don't know. Perhaps you should ask nintendo themselves on this webpage. They will answer your question more accurately than we ever could. Here is the link: http://www.nintendo.com/consumer/webform.jsp Mingmingla (talk) 03:45, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Mega Man

Is the whole Mega Man video game series mainly aimed at children in Japan? I am talking about the first Mega Man.Mega Man X,Mega Man Zero, Mega Man ZX, Mega Man Legends, Mega Man Battle Network and Mega Man Star Force. Are they all rated A all ages in Japan? Japan is less Strict on violence and nudity and many other things.69.131.127.208 (talk) 18:38, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I'm not sure if the answer has changed in the last two times you've asked, but I think you would be better served asking Capcom. http://www.capcom.com/ From there, find your region and look for "contact us". I'm sure they will help straighten out your questions. Mingmingla (talk) 23:36, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

M rated games

Is there any games that is rated M in the USA that is rated A All Ages in Japan other than Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne?69.131.127.208 (talk) 18:43, 2 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 3

48 Hours

Does the TV Program 48 Hours pay the people they interview? i.e. would they pay Casey Anthony if they did a segment on her? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 166.248.1.183 (talk) 19:21, 3 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 4

Music Question - Are there more artists like Matisyahu?

I am wondering if there are more artists in the same vein as Matisyahu. Basically kharedi rappers/reggae artists or the like (whatever he qualifies as). Anyone know? Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie | Say Shalom! 00:33, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Lipa Schmeltzer, perhaps? ---Sluzzelin talk 01:55, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Doesn't really seem so. He's a bit more like a rapper, but not in the same style as Matisyahu. Here's a sample of Matisyahu's work if it'll help give an idea of his style. [2]. (Cranking up the speakers is highly recommended. ;) ) Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie | Say Shalom! 15:12, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Have you considered plugging the name into Pandora (music service) and seeing what they suggest? Dismas|^(talk) 21:44, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Stephen Hawkins on the simpsons

When Stephen Hawkins apears on the Simpsons, is it then his real voice machine talking or just af computer created one? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 87.58.113.25 (talk) 07:45, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

No idea who Stephen Hawkins is. Do you mean Stephen Hawking? Britmax (talk) 08:35, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

If you mean Hawking, it's actually him. Dismas|^(talk) 08:42, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you very much, and sorry for the spelling mistake87.58.113.25 (talk) 10:35, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

You know, it's usually more polite (at least from a western perspective, it varies elsewhere) to not point out a person's spelling mistake and just answer the question with the proper spelling of such a famous person's name (that way we don't embarrass the person asking and point out the proper spelling more subtly). Food for though, ladies and gentlemen. Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie | Say Shalom! 15:09, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Where's the fun in that? Britmax (talk) 15:19, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Helps to prevent the same thing happening to you in the future. :p Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie | Say Shalom! 15:30, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

There is that, but if it had happened to me the section title would have been Stephen Hawking on The Simpsons already. Britmax (talk) 15:33, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Shalom! Perish the thought that questioners to the Ref.Desk need help because they are ignorant of one or more facts. It is not politically correct for anyone to show they know something that another doesn't know. Cuddlyable3 (talk) 15:46, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Flinders Petrie, not Shalom. :p Nevermind the point about exercising good manners I was trying to make as it has fallen on deaf ears. Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie | Say Shalom! 16:28, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

You spelled "thought" wrong. Adam Bishop (talk) 06:41, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

It was me asking the question, and I don't mind being corrected, I actually thought his name is Stepgen Hawkins, and now I know it is not. — Preceding unsigned comment added by MummitroldLinda (talk • contribs) 10:58, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

(ec) Wrongly not wrong. Shame on you Adam for your ill-mannered comment. Such sensitive information must only be imparted in obfuscated prose that spares Sir Bill embarassment. For example this post: One is ceaselessly impressed by the extraordinary mastership of English posessed by Sir <insert that long blah-blah name> whose immaculate orthography achieves 99.95% veracity of spelling. Cuddlyable3 (talk) 11:22, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

"..embarrassment...possessed...." Ghmyrtle (talk) 11:33, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I think Muphrys law is applicable here. Astronaut (talk) 11:17, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

TV Contest Show

Can someone remind me (having a senior moment here) of the name of the UK TV show (there was doubtless a US version) in which the presenter interviewed contestants about themselves for a minute(?), they had to answer without saying "Yes" or "No" (or equivalents like "yep" or "nein"), and he banged a small gong when they slipped up? {The poster formerly known as 87.81.230.195} 90.200.79.243 (talk) 22:50, 4 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Take Your Pick, with your quiz-inquisitor Michael Miles. Ghmyrtle (talk) 23:17, 4 September 2011 (UTC) (showing my age!)[reply]

Thanks for that, Ghmyrtle. My youthful UK TV exposure was sporadic, since my parents (who moved often) frequently didn't bother with one, and we also spent 3 years abroad. I could remember Hughie Green from that era, but not his similarly colonial-accented rival. I had also forgotten that it was the "Open the Box! / Take the Money!" show in which this verbal game was a preliminary. I wonder why there was never a Welsh language version :-) ? {The poster formerly known as 87.81.230.195} 90.197.66.121 (talk) 13:08, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 5

Disneys Tarzan Action Game Ending

In the last Level with Clayton, I collected (TARZAN) complete, and win. Then the Screen says you have a new video de-energized, but no video comes. Why? --84.60.103.234 (talk) 08:07, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

You might have more luck getting an answer by looking at a site like GameFAQs or GameSpot. --Colapeninsula (talk) 08:34, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The International

Hey,I am searching for an theatre called The International in London. It should have been located in Gerrard Street,Westminster. Does anyone know if there has been a place called this in London? Evt. when it existed,or if it has changed its name,all information will be usefull. Richard — Preceding unsigned comment added by 80.213.89.27 (talk) 13:34, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

There's nothing matching that description in this list of the "lost theatres" of London, although there was an International Theatre circa 1883/84 in High Holborn - here. Ghmyrtle (talk) 09:09, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

number of players in a football club

How many players should a football team have for starters and for reserves? I am talking about association football. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 174.89.40.198 (talk) 15:26, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The English Premier League allows up to 25 players, plus unlimited under-21s.[3] For the World Cup, the maximum squad size is a total of 23 (see 2010 FIFA World Cup squads). There's a balance between the benefits of depth and the costs of wages and other expenses, and it will depend how many games you have per season, so I don't think there's an ideal number, other than "as many as you can afford". --Colapeninsula (talk) 15:44, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The starting line-up is standard at 11. The numbers of substitutes varies between league and international matches, and again with friendly matches. The standard number of substitutes allowed in a non-international match is 3: in an international match it is any 3 from 7 previously named: and in a friendly match, it can be any number by agreement between the two sides. See Substitute (association football). --TammyMoet (talk) 17:56, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

If you mean a local club / amateur club rather than a professional one my experience would say that you need at least 16 'regulars' to compete in a league and ideally something upwards of 20 people that 'play' for the club. This is because in the amateur world you might lose 4/5 of your plays to an 'event' given that often players are friends/in the same social group (e.g. to weddings etc.). You also have to account for the reality that some players won't play every single week due to injury/illness/work or any other reason. When I used to run a 6-a-side team we had a squad of about 10 regulars and another 5 people that played for the club - that generally meant we could field a full 6-a-side + 2 subs. Oh and having some reliable 'ringers' is the best insurance policy in the world for amateur footy. ny156uk (talk) 20:03, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Top Gear (2002 TV series)

OK, I had never seen this TV show until today. The British hosts typically refer to automobile speeds in miles per hour rather than kilometers per hour as I had expected. To what extent are MPH and perhaps other "traditional" measurements still in common usage in Great Britain? ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 23:59, 5 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Miles per hour might be the answer. Shell (Nut Case) (talk) 00:30, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Metrication in the United Kingdom might be of more help. Dismas|^(talk) 00:45, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Excellent. So much for the argument that the USA is the only country that still uses the "English System". I noticed that the show's host often refers to miles per hour as "The Queen's English" version or "The Church of England" version, and metrics as "the rest of the world" or "the Catholic" version (not sure if he meant catholic as in "Roman Catholic" or catholic as in "universal"). ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 04:14, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The show's host deliberately plays up his highly conservative "Little England" mentality, on TV and in press columns, more for humorous effect and to boost his earning power than with any intention of being taken seriously. It's a comedy programme, basically. Ghmyrtle (talk) 08:05, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, it's a very funny and entertaining show. But the Metrication in the UK article makes it clear that Clarkson's continued use of the "English system" is by no means unusual. ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 15:59, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

As much as I hate to admit it, Bugs, you are right. While I do mock the US for holding on to an illogical and archaic system in my real life, I use pounds, feet and inches to measure myself, and miles to measure distance within my hometown (blocks are measured in half-miles in my city), even while I measure my speed and the weight of everything that isn't alive with metric units. Still, for the sake of scientific consistency, a world standard probably should be used. Mingmingla (talk) 16:43, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The USA does use metrics when necessary or appropriate, and it sounds as if the UK is pretty much the same way. ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 17:42, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

No. The USA uses metrics only when necessary or appropriate, but generally uses the old system. The UK generally uses metrics, but uses the old system only when necessary or appropriate. Huge, huge difference. -- Jack of Oz ^{[your turn]} 20:35, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Well, who should I believe... You? Or Metrication in the United Kingdom? ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 01:15, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Our speed limits are in mph, and road-signs give distances in miles or yards (except some which are in metres). We talk about hot weather in degrees Fahrenheit, and cold weather in Celsius. We ask for half-a-pound of butter, and get 250 grammes, or two pounds of sugar and get a kilo. It's not in the least confusing, except to foreigners. DuncanHill (talk) 07:36, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

That may be amusing, but it's not informative. Yes, we generally talk about miles per hour rather than kph, and road distances are measured in miles (though some of us think that's rather strange and outdated). But most everyday measuring of height, length, weight, etc. is done in metric units rather than imperial, and most temperature measurements are in Celsius rather than Fahrenheit. It may confuse some older UK people, but the rest of us find it perfectly normal and unproblematic. :-) Ghmyrtle (talk) 07:51, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

This. People's height and weight are more often given in imperial, and speeds in miles per hour, and long distances in miles. Other than a few "heritage" measurements - principally pints of beer - I think that's about the extent of my use of imperial measurements. Older people are more likely to use imperial measurements such as Fahrenheit for temperature and pounds and ounces for loose goods. Warofdreams talk 09:59, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Many "older" Brits, by which I mean anyone over say 50 (a few years younger than me) may happily use metric measurements in scientific calculations and the like, or when they actually have a metric tape measure or whatever to hand, but often have to think in, or calculate rough conversions to, the Imperial measures (usually not that difficult) with which they grew up in order to grasp how quantities of everyday items (food weights and measures, temperatures, linear measurements) actually relate to themselves. My feeling is that most Imperial measures (like similar pre-metric measures elsewhere in the world) feel more useful and natural precisely because they were evolved over centuries of usage in everyday life and in some cases derive from the human body, whereas metric measurements are based on elements with less relevance to everyday experience.

Further factors are many British people's general preference for tradition over relentless innovation, and the association of metric measurements and their imposition with the European Union, which many of us resent (logically or not) for various reasons and would like us to leave. {The poster formerly known as 87.81.230.195} 90.193.78.1 (talk) 20:01, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 6

Reference Information for Tanya Rivero

Article Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanya_Rivero In question: According to your Wiki page, "She was born December 12 1955 in NY."

My question is about the accuracy of the stated birth date. Interestingly, on this morning's "ABC World News Now" program, Ms. Rivero stated one of her sons is about to start kindergarten.

A birth date of December 12, 1955 implies that today (09/06/2011) Ms. Rivero is 55 years old.

Given the average age that many children start kindergarten, Ms. Rivero's stated Wiki birth date would mean that a 55-year-old mom has a son (or two) that young. If the child is an adopted child, then I could see this being possible. However, if this son is her biological child, then I would question the validity of the Wiki birth date.

In my opinion, Ms. Rivero is one of the most beautiful women in all of broadcast news. No doubt her past background as a professional dancer has contributed to her youthful looks. She looks a LOT younger than 55. I hope your Wikipedia staff can validate that stated birth date, perhaps by considering whether the source of the information was correct and verifiable.

Respectfully,

172.129.29.162 (talk) 15:02, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I've removed it old bean - the chap who added it didn't say where he'd picked up the gen, so it can't be used. Besides speculating about a lady's age isn't the done thing what. Quintessential British Gentleman (talk) 16:08, 6 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 7

canucks boobs flash

Is there a real tape or clip of a woman flashing her boobs at Ben Eager? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 70.29.33.71 (talk) 01:51, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Yes. Just turn off "safe search" on Google or Bing video search. -- kainaw ™ 01:07, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

"It wasn't my war! You asked me, I didn't ask you!"

First Blood (1982)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qIgVrOy9vM (00:16)

What are these three computers in front of Rambo? Are they IBM PCs? -- Toytoy (talk) 04:19, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

My first impression was that they are Vectrex video game systems. I may be wrong, but the aspect ratio on those monitors is weird, and the Vectrex was the only thing I remember with that odd aspect ratio (taller than it is wide). --Jayron32 04:31, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Nope, not a Vectrex. It's the right general idea, but it's too small, even when taking into consideration that this guy's arms seem pretty beefy. Also, they were one big rectangle, without the tapered "neck" that we see in the video. Could be some kinda Vectrex knockoff tabletop arcade thing, though, 'cause the shape seems conducive to that kind of thing.Foofish (talk) 04:46, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

I just found a better version of the clip:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYbpxilkxIQ (01:00)

You can choose 720p. These small "computers" are really weird. -- Toytoy (talk) 05:01, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Maybe Microfilm readers? They sometimes have that kind of aspect ratio. --188.222.58.219 (talk) 10:02, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Weird sound quality on that last clip; like its been processed by an electronic gizmo to make it sound "sharp". Astronaut (talk) 10:58, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

At least you can get it to play. It's blocked from the US. Dismas|^(talk) 21:09, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

The aspect ratio looks right for a microfilm reader. Usually they had bigger screens than that, but not always. Of course, I can't imagine why you'd want three of them right next to each-other like that, but maybe the set designer pushed them together for visual effect.

They might also be slide viewers. APL (talk) 04:07, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

In music, what is the different between 3/4 and 6/8?

In music, what is the different between 3/4 and 6/8 Rhythm? Exx8 (talk) —Preceding undated comment added 18:55, 7 September 2011 (UTC).[reply]

Addressing the question of such mathematically equivalent rhythms in general, rather than this specific example, our Time signature article states:

"Although formally interchangeable, for a composer or performing musician the different time signatures can and often have different connotations. Firstly and perhaps most importantly a smaller note value in the beat unit implies a more complex notation which can affect the ease of performance; secondly the beaming affects the choice of actual beat divisions mentioned above - it would for example be more natural to use the quarter note/crotchet as a beat unit in 6/4 or 2/2 than the eight/quaver in 6/8 or 2/4; thirdly the time signatures are and have traditionally been associated with different styles of music, e.g. it would seem strange to notate a rock tune in 4/8 or 4/2."

{The poster formerly known as 87.81.230.195} 90.193.78.1 (talk) 20:07, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Quote in Full Metal Jacket

In Full Metal Jacket, there is a dialogue about a recently died soldier who had masturbated excessively - I'm searching for the exact quote. The approximate wording will also help, as I may ask Google with some hints. --KnightMove (talk) 20:11, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Apparently the dialogue goes like this:

Private Cowboy: Tough break for Hand Job. He was all set to get shipped out on a medical.
Private Joker: What was the matter with him?
Private Cowboy: He was jerkin' off ten times a day.
Private Eightball: No shit. At least ten times a day.
Private Cowboy: Last week he was sent down to Da Nang to see the Navy head shrinker, and the crazy fucker starts jerking off in the waiting room. Instant Section Eight. He was just waiting for his papers to clear division.

--Antiquary (talk) 21:15, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks. --KnightMove (talk) 22:02, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Film as allegory for life

Which film is a best match as THE allegory for life? Quest09 (talk) 23:38, 7 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Annie Hall. ←Baseball Bugs ^{What's up, Doc?} carrots→ 00:24, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Life Allegorical? As always, "best" is a matter of opinion. Define "best" if you want a serious answer because everyone else will have a completely different opinion about what "best" means. -- kainaw ™ 01:00, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

No, I won't define best, since I don't want serious answers, just personal opinions. Quest09 (talk) 08:39, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Mega Python vs. Gatoroid--GroovySandwich^Yum. 03:06, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

And speaking of Pythons, one shouldn't ignore the timeless lessons in Monty Python's The Meaning of Life.--Shantavira|^{feed me} 07:22, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

September 8

Online Poker

Are there any decent real money sites that still accept U.S. customers? I'm not very happy with Sportsbook.com. I know Bodog and 5Dimes still take U.S. players, but their poker is far from stellar. Joefromrandb (talk) 00:20, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Political views of Stone Cold Steve Austin

Does anyone have an idea? Is he also deeply Republican? -- 112.205.51.84 (talk) 04:43, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Sensational Mark Messier goal

I'm looking for a clip and the game details behind a goal Mark Messier scored while with the Oilers. I used to be able to find it included in a few YouTube top 10 clips but can't find it anymore. Again, it's when he was with Edmonton, and it's a sensational goal because it's a 1-on-2 ....Mess dekes both defensemen before beating the goalie with a low snap shot. Sound familiar to anyone? Wolfgangus (talk) 06:44, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

This one (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WYK3jE6JZA)? (Though looks like he only dekes one defender so maybe not). ny156uk (talk) 06:55, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Damn that was quick. And that's the one. You're right, he only really dekes one D but the move is dazzling. Thanks so much for your help, not sure why I had such trouble finding it, especially when that clip goes so far as to call it 'The Goal.' Wolfgangus (talk) 07:18, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

He makes Gord Dineen (#2) look ridiculous. And after watching it I think he still technically dekes both D because he opens them up by throwing Dineen out of the play, and it's not like the other D was a slouch-- that's Denis Potvin. And he looks worthless on the play. Thanks again!Wolfgangus (talk) 07:27, 8 September 2011 (UTC)[reply]

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-Quest, this is a reference desk, not a forum.  It isn't the place for discussions or opinion polling.  &mdash;'''[[User:Akrabbim|Akrabbim]]'''<sup>[[User talk:Akrabbim|talk]]</sup> 12:05, 8 September 2011 (UTC)
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