Eric Flowers, Author at The Source - Bend, Oregon

Hanging on the Line: One Missed Call is laughably bad

Bark at the MoonHere we go with another Japanese remake to accompany The Ring, The Grudge, Dark Water, and Pulse. The original versions have always

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008August 16, 2023

Bark at the MoonHere we go with another Japanese remake to accompany The Ring, The Grudge, Dark Water, and Pulse. The original versions have always achieved a creepy ghost story atmosphere, perhaps due to the fact that the Japanese have been telling these "possession" stories for centuries. Now, the tales have become a loose-cannon commodity, as spin-offs run rampant in Japan as well as in the U.S. The only thing the American versions have in common is their ability to botch a potentially cool idea. One Missed Call (a remake of the 2003 Japanese flick Chakushin Ari) is no exception. Although this idea is pretty damn far fetched, even by Japanese horror standards-ghosts in a cell phone? Yeah right, sure.

News

A Historic Lay Off: City of Bend cries poor, lays off historic preservation watchdog

Pat Kliewer had been called the historic preservation “sheriff” for her dogged efforts to protect Deschutes County’s historic and cultural resources. And she’s been called

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008June 1, 2024

Pat Kliewer had been called the historic preservation "sheriff" for her dogged efforts to protect Deschutes County's historic and cultural resources. And she's been called other things too - not all of them flattering - for her unwavering enforcement of the county's sometimes strict historic codes.
But come March she's being called something else - unemployed.

Opinion

The Perverted Initiative Process

Oregonians have a long and proud tradition of being ahead of the curve when it comes to social and political reforms. One of the most

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008February 6, 2023

Oregonians have a long and proud tradition of being ahead of the curve when it comes to social and political reforms. One of the most important of those reforms was the creation of the initiative process back in 1902. The idea was that if the legislature was too stupid, cowardly or corrupt to pass laws that the people wanted, the people could do it themselves through the ballot box.
It was a good idea at the time, and it was quickly copied by more than 20 other states. But over the past century - and especially in the last 20 years or so - the initiative process has been perverted into something its progressive creators would hardly recognize.

Opinion

Basic Fairness, Basic Rights. It’s About Time

Last March, I took my 3-year-old daughter to Salem to lobby for two laws that would increase the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008December 2, 2023

Last March, I took my 3-year-old daughter to Salem to lobby for two laws that would increase the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the state of Oregon. Both laws - an anti discrimination law and a domestic partnership law passed during the 2007 legislative session. As the director of Human Dignity Coalition, I joined my family, friends and others in the Central Oregon progressive community, celebrating this victory in the civil rights movement for sexual and gender minority rights. Legislative successes like these lead me to be optimistic that my daughter will grow up in a society free from hatred, oppression and discrimination. But, we are not there yet and this last week proved it.

Opinion

My Top 10 Predictions for 2008

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008October 16, 2024

10. I will have a wildly successful year, dadgummit!
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Opinion

Get Big Business Out of Health Care

The United States “health care” system is a national disgrace. Two changes in the current “Privatized For Profit” mess would guarantee a fair and just

Eric FlowersJanuary 9, 2008February 5, 2024

The United States "health care" system is a national disgrace. Two changes in the current "Privatized For Profit" mess would guarantee a fair and just system of health care for everyone from womb to tomb.
First…insurance companies must be totally excluded from the health care system. Insurance companies must not be allowed to insure people capitalizing on health problems to reap enormous profits. Insurance companies must be restricted exclusively to insuring property, not people.

Opinion

Mining Snow for Gold

We are informed the city has busted the bank, shot its wad, ejaculated prematurely … spent all the budget money because, you know, the housing

Eric FlowersJanuary 3, 2008May 22, 2025

We are informed the city has busted the bank, shot its wad, ejaculated prematurely … spent all the budget money because, you know, the housing boom will go on forever, right?
Critical services such as planning, snow removal (huh?) and law enforcement are facing severe cutbacks, so much so the city police recently announced delaying the anticipated hiring of additional critically needed patrol officers. With that in mind, I have a modest proposal:

Culture

Now Hear This!

While coming out of a recent film I commented to my viewing partner how much I had enjoyed the film’s score. She had a classic

Eric FlowersJanuary 2, 2008April 12, 2025

While coming out of a recent film I commented to my viewing partner how much I had enjoyed the film's score. She had a classic comment, "I never notice background music." Although we may not register a movie score as something we want on CD, it can make or break the atmosphere of a film as much as cinematography or acting. Below is a little ode to the unsung heroes of movie scores with their best works as recommended views.

Food & Drink

Making Its Mark: Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes

The Cyrus family is trying to do something a little bit different with its resort restaurant. This Central Oregon ranching family has taken some of

Eric FlowersJanuary 2, 2008May 3, 2024

The Cyrus family is trying to do something a little bit different with its resort restaurant. This Central Oregon ranching family has taken some of its land and created a first-class golf community and, more recently, a fine dining establishment. Located outside Sisters, Aspen Lakes is a golf-centric, high-end housing development that has recently completed a majestic lodge with a formal dining room, bar and café.
The architecture is reminiscent of Mount Hood’s Timberline Lodge, but with modern touches. Huge timbers and floor-to-ceiling windows framing the Cascades give this large-scale lodge a homey, country feel. There are spots for private parties, a conference room as well as a sport shop. But it’s the menu at “Brand 33” that sets Aspen Lakes apart from other golf resorts.

Food & Drink

Making Its Mark: Brand 33 at Aspen Lakes

The Cyrus family is trying to do something a little bit different with its resort restaurant. This Central Oregon ranching family has taken some of

Eric FlowersJanuary 2, 2008August 5, 2023

The Cyrus family is trying to do something a little bit different with its resort restaurant. This Central Oregon ranching family has taken some of its land and created a first-class golf community and, more recently, a fine dining establishment. Located outside Sisters, Aspen Lakes is a golf-centric, high-end housing development that has recently completed a majestic lodge with a formal dining room, bar and café.
The architecture is reminiscent of Mount Hood's Timberline Lodge, but with modern touches. Huge timbers and floor-to-ceiling windows framing the Cascades give this large-scale lodge a homey, country feel. There are spots for private parties, a conference room as well as a sport shop. But it's the menu at "Brand 33" that sets Aspen Lakes apart from other golf resorts.

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