patient x is a 2009 filipino horror film directed by filipino director yam laranas and stars richard gutierrez and cristine reyes .

it is co-produced by gma films , viva films , and rgutz productions .

this is the first movie of richard gutierrez under viva films productions .

patient x ( film )

further patient information about these scans can be found on the royal college of radiologists patient information leaflets .
if a patient is 12 years of age and older , the authorization must be signed by the patient .
no radiation remains in a patient ' s body after an x - ray examination .
orthopedic specialist explaining x - ray film with broken bone to patient with leg in plaster cast . vector illustration on medical and orthopedic concept .
a portable x - ray machine is a compact apparatus that can be taken to the patient in a hospital bed or the emergency room . the x - ray tube is connected to a flexible arm that is extended over the patient while an x - ray film holder or image recording plate is placed beneath the patient .
the equipment may also be arranged with the x - ray tube suspended over a table on which the patient lies . a drawer under the table holds the x - ray film or digital recording plate .
since film is more sensitive to light than to x - ray exposure , film can be exposed with much less radiation if an intensifying screen is used . conventional x - ray film has an x - ray exposure sensitivity in the range of 50 mr to 150 mr if exposed directly by the x - radiation . . when the film is combined with intensifying screens , the sensitivity ranges from approximately 0 . 1 mr to 10 mr , depending on the type of screen and film used .
the sensitivity ( speed ) of an intensifying screen - film receptor depends on the type of screen and film used in addition to the conditions under which they are used and the film is processed .
one of the limitations of film for recording x - ray images is its relatively narrow exposure latitude or dynamic range . image contrast is reduced or completely lost when the exposures are not well within the film latitude . this is the contrast transfer characteristics of the film , which are discussed in the chapter
film contrast characteristics .
theatre and mobile x - ray referrals are requested in the same way as inpatient x - ray .
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handsome doctor talking with his patient for the annual check - up in the hospital .
the technologist is in the next room and can observe the patient through a large window .
what clothing the patient wears depends on the nature of the study . for a ct scan of the chest , abdomen , or pelvis , for example , usually the patient will change into a hospital gown . for a head ct scan , the patient can wear normal street clothes .
the equipment typically used for chest x - rays consists of a wall - mounted , box - like apparatus containing the x - ray film , or a special plate that records the image digitally . an x - ray producing tube is positioned about six feet away .
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manila - - a film from
heneral luna
director jerrold tarog was rated x by the movie and television review and classification board ( mtrcb ) .
if the film and intensifying screen surfaces do not make good contact , the light will spread , as shown below , and will produce image blurring . this is an abnormal condition that occurs when a cassette or film changer is defective and does not apply sufficient pressure over the entire film area . inadequate film - screen contact usually produces blurring in only a portion of the image area .
for some studies , the patient will be asked to hold their breath for up to 20 seconds .
any gp referral for a chest x - ray is now made electronically and the gp will hand the patient a sheet of paper to present at the x - ray department . the patient has 7 days from the date of this referral to attend between the hours of 11am and 3pm , if a patient does not attend within this time frame they will be contacted by x - ray appointments to arrange a suitable appointment date and time . if you have a request made by your gp for a chest x - ray your gp will request this electronically
modern x - ray systems have very controlled x - ray beams and dose control methods to minimize stray ( scatter ) radiation . this ensures that those parts of a patient ' s body not being imaged receive minimal radiation exposure .
patients must complete a radiology patient health information release form before the report or images can be released to the patient . the release form is not necessary for the physician who ordered the exam to receive the report .
if the film emulsion does not completely absorb the light from the intensifying screen , the unabsorbed light from one side can pass through the film base and expose the emulsion on the other side . this is commonly referred to as crossover . as the light passes through the film base , it can spread and introduce image blur , as illustrated above . many modern film - screen receptor systems are designed to minimize crossover blurring . crossover can be decreased by placing a light - absorbing layer between the film emulsion and film base , using a base material that selectively absorbs the light wavelengths emitted by the intensifying screens , and designing the film emulsion to increase light absorption . it is not a significant problem with modern radiographic systems .
most receptors are given a nominal speed rating by the manufacturer . the actual speed varies , especially with the x - ray spectrum ( kv ) and film processing conditions .
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the patient will be exposed to radiation when undergoing a ct scan . however , it is a safe level .
a young male doctor shows the results of tests on a tablet computer . the patient is a woman aged .
both images recorded on film and digital media undergo some form of processing before they are displayed as visible images .
after the hellfire club attacks and destroys division x , moira helps xavier and lehnsherr train the x - men at xavier ' s mansion .
sedation is rarely necessary . the machine is quiet , so the patient hears during the test is a quiet whirr .
if the patient received a contrast injection , the iv is removed from the arm before going home . there should be no ill effects from the scan or the contrast injection . in the rare circumstance that the patient received sedation , they will be sent home once they are awake and alert . however , someone will have to drive the patient home .
x - rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation , similar to visible light . unlike light , however , x - rays have higher energy and can pass through most objects , including the body . medical x - rays are used to generate images of tissues and structures inside the body . if x - rays travelling through the body also pass through an x - ray detector on the other side of the patient , an image will be formed that represents the “shadows” formed by the objects inside the body . one type of x - ray detector is photographic film , but there are many other types of detectors that are used to produce digital images . the x - ray images that result from this process are called radiographs .
note : the contrast in the x - ray beam coming from a patient ' s body is greatly diminished by the scattered radiation produced within the body . that is considered in the next chapter .
the chest x - ray is the most commonly performed diagnostic x - ray examination . a chest x - ray produces images of the heart , lungs , airways , blood vessels and the bones of the spine and chest .
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according to the newly appointed mtrcb chief rachel arenas , two out of the three board members who reviewed the film slapped it with an x rating , while one gave it an r - 18 .
iza calzado in one of the scenes from ' bliss . ' photo from the website of the 2017 osaka asian film festival
jerrold tarog and iza calzado speak to the crowd at the 2017 osaka asian film festival . photo from bliss ' facebook page
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the ct scanner looks like a large donut with a narrow table in the middle . unlike mri , in which the patient would be placed inside the tunnel of the scanner , when undergoing a ct scan , the patient rarely experiences claustrophobia because of the openness of the doughnut shape of the scanner . typically the patient lies on their back on the table , which moves through the center of the machine . the patient moves through the scanner either head first or feet first , depending on the part of the body being scanned . for certain scans such as sinuses and middle ear , the patient would lie on their stomach and go through head first .
x - rays are a form of radiation like light or radio waves . x - rays pass through most objects , including the body . once it is carefully aimed at the part of the body being examined , an x - ray machine produces a small burst of radiation that passes through the body , recording an image on photographic film or a special detector .
biopsies can also be performed in this scanner , avoiding the need for a patient to go to the operating theatre for this procedure .
further imaging studies may be necessary to clarify the results of a chest x - ray or to look for abnormalities not visible on the chest x - ray .
moira mactaggert is a cia agent and an ally of the x - men .
the rundown on the x - men spinoff no one ever expected to see .
this was a decent film and i enjoyed it barely enough – it was a bit of a disappointment . director yam laranas’ film before this titled “sigaw” is one of my top ten favorite films of all time . i highly recommend taking a peek at sigaw if you have a chance . laranas’ brilliant cinematography is complemented by a more engaging story line , and also richard guttierez’s acting is far superior . i felt like they both kind of just coasted along in patient x .
plain film work is done on a prioritised “demand basis” ( as they are needed depending on how sick the patient is ) so there may be a wait depending on how busy the department is when you attend . gp patients for most plain film examinations are sent appointments outside the busiest times –weekday afternoons , early evenings and saturdays . current waits for routine apointments are around 3 - 4 weeks .
time to unite dear filmmakers and film audiences . we have to experience ' bliss ' in the philippines ,
he added .
until recently , x - ray images were maintained on large film sheets ( much like a large photographic negative ) . today , most images are digital files that are stored electronically . these stored images are easily accessible and are frequently compared to current x - ray images for diagnosis and disease management .
that’s from the second - to - last scene of the movie , which basically ends with mulder offering to take her on vacation . they then kiss for the second time in this film about two heterosexual adults who have been in something like a committed relationship for about eight or nine years at least , and then scully goes to perform the operation that in theory will save her patient christian patient named christian .
the department is responsible for all plain film work ( normal x - rays ) in the hospital . it is located on the ground floor of weston general hospital . plain films include chest x - rays , x - rays for trauma ( broken bones ) , accident and emergency work , in patients and out patients . the department also operates an appointment service for gp plain films .
the reaction to the contrast is almost always immediate , so it is very rare to have a reaction after the patient leaves the facility . however , if a patient thinks they are having a delayed reaction to the contrast , they should call the facility where they had the exam .
typically , two views of the chest are taken , one from the back and the other from the side of the body as the patient stands against the image recording plate . the technologist , an individual specially trained to perform radiology examinations , will position the patient with hands on hips and chest pressed against the image plate . for the second view , the patient ' s side is against the image plate with arms elevated .
the x - ray images are captured by the receptor and recorded in some form . this can be on film , or on stimulable phosphor plates or some digital media for digital radiography . a desirable characteristic of radiographic recording methods is that all of the contrast in the x - ray image is fully recorded .
these are imaged through one x - ray room and are imaged according to clinical priority according to how sick a patient is ( i . e . some patients may wait if sicker patients need x - rays at the same time ) . demand is always high and there may be patients waiting outside the room .
the screenplay for this film was featured in the 2013 blacklist ; a list of the
most liked
unmade scripts of the year .
the film also slowly rolled out its cast list , which features a motley crew of mutants you may or may not have heard of .
filming on deadpool wrapped in vancouver in late may . the film will land in the uk and north america on february 12 , 2016 .
most ct scans are conducted as an outpatient procedure . since they do not require hospitalization , the patient has the test and then goes home .
to request a copy of your written report , please complete the patient release form and email , fax or mail it to the eradiology center .
a transfer of care document identifies all queries that we need to know about patients prior to them coming for a procedure e . g . does the patient require oxygen or are they travelling in a trolley or bed ? every ward is contacted for each patient prior to an x - ray in order to obtain the information to fill out the transfer of care document and to make arrangements for the patient’s transfer . theatre staff should inform radiographers of theatre cases 20 minutes before requiring our services , so we have time to prepare .
the gp electronically requests the test ( occasionally this may be via fax ) , this is then picked up by the x - ray appointments team who directly contact the patient to offer an appointment time on one of the above clinics .
ct scanners first began to be installed in 1974 . ct scanners have vastly improved patient comfort because a scan can be done quickly . improvements have led to higher - resolution images , which assist the doctor in making a diagnosis . for example , the ct scan can help doctors to visualize small nodules or tumors , which they cannot see with a plain film x - ray .
the receptor used for most radiographic procedures contains two intensifying screens mounted on each side of double - emulsion film . using two screens in this manner increases x - ray absorption and receptor sensitivity with the least amount of image blurring . in some procedures that require high image detail , such as mammography , one intensifying screen is used in conjunction with a single - emulsion film .
the chest x - ray is performed to evaluate the lungs , heart and chest wall .
x - rays usually have no side effects in the typical diagnostic range for this exam .
the selection of a screen is generally a compromise between exposure and image quality , as illustrated below . thin screens absorb a relatively small fraction of the x - ray photons ; thicker screens absorb a greater fraction and thus require less x - radiation to produce the same film exposure . unfortunately , increasing screen thickness also increases image blur .
women should always inform their physician or x - ray technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant . see the safety page for more information about pregnancy and x - rays .
patient zero is a movie starring natalie dormer , matt smith , and stanley tucci . after an unprecedented global pandemic turns the majority of humankind into violent
infected ,
a man gifted with the ability to speak the infected ' s new language leads the last survivors on a hunt for patient zero and a cure .
patients who cannot stand may be positioned lying down on a table for chest x - rays .
after the film ' s ending credits , she appears again for a brief scene , where it appears that xavier has transferred his mind into the body of a patient , following his physical body being disintegrated by the phoenix persona that inhabits jean grey . in the director ' s commentary for the movie ' s dvd , it is revealed that this patient is , in fact , the identical twin of professor x , whose mind had been destroyed before birth by the power of charles ' mutation . thus it is that charles ' voice is used and moira instantly recognizes him .
in the pandemic thriller , patient zero , humanity is battling intelligent , adrenaline - fueled creatures born from a viral super - strain . after being bitten , human survivor morgan ( matt smith ) realizes he is asymptomatic and can communicate with the infected , leading the last survivors on a hunt for patient zero and a cure .
exorcist iii wields a mighty sword of scares and contemplation , drilling into those primal areas of nail - chewing tension . . . this film is a humdinger .
a characteristic of radiographic film is that its ability to display object contrast is reduced in areas that are either very light ( mediastinum ) or relatively dark ( lungs ) . if there is a relatively high level of contrast between areas within an image , then the contrast of objects within these areas can be reduced because of film limitations . two actions can be taken to minimize the problem . one is to use a wide latitude film that reduces area contrast and improves visibility within the individual areas in many situations ; this is described in the chapter titled ,
film contrast characteristics .
the other action is to use a very penetrating x - ray beam produced by high kv and more filtration than is used for other types of radiography .
the conventional test for film - screen contact is to radiograph a wire mesh . areas within the image where contact is inadequate will appear to have a different density than the other areas . this variation in image density is most readily seen when the film is viewed from a distance of approximately 10 ft and at an angle .
the results of a chest x - ray can be available almost immediately for review by your physician .
don ' t be fooled by the typically ominous action movie opening - it ' s clear that we can expect a lot of classic deadpool comedy from this film .
bliss
is one of the tarog ' s newest projects following the massive success of
heneral luna ,
the highest grossing filipino historical film of all time .
because x - ray imaging is fast and easy , it is particularly useful in emergency diagnosis and treatment .
when light encounters a boundary between materials , reflection can occur at the boundary surface . reflections at boundaries between film emulsion , film base , intensifying screens , and cassette surfaces are known as halation and contribute to image blur . single - emulsion films generally have a light - absorbing layer coated on the other side of the base to prevent halation .
obstetric ultrasound – to determine the age and health of a foetus in pregnancy . these scans are done by sonographers in the x - ray department and also in the ashcombe out patient clinic / department . patients are referred for these scans by their gp ' s , consultant or midwives .
iza calzado is the lead star of ' bliss , ' a film has that has been deemed unfit to be shown in local theaters . photo from calzado ' s instagram page
she is looked over by her cold husband carlo and a sadistic nurse named lilibeth , and then there is rose , a nurse wanted by authorities for sexually molesting a patient .
3 x gi advanced practitioners ( room 12 ) : roy craven , andrew mort and marie davidson - bamford .
the chest x - ray is a very useful examination , but it has limitations . because some conditions of the chest cannot be detected on a conventional chest x - ray image , this examination cannot necessarily rule out all problems in the chest . for example , small cancers may not show up on a chest x - ray . a blood clot in the lungs , a condition called a pulmonary embolism , cannot be seen on chest x - rays .
there are two basic ways to create images with x - radiation . one method is to pass an x - ray beam through the body section and project a shadow image onto the receptor . the second method , used in computed tomography ( ct ) , employs a digital computer to calculate ( reconstruct ) an image from x - ray penetration data obtained by scanning a relatively thin beam over the patient ' s body . at this time , we consider only projection imaging , which is the basic process employed in radiography and fluoroscopy .
different types of intensifying screens are available for clinical use . the selection of a screen for a specific procedure is usually based on a compromise between the requirements for image detail and patient exposure .
the amount of x - ray contrast produced is determined by the physical contrast characteristics ( atomic number , density , and thickness ) of the object and the penetrating characteristics ( photon energy spectrum ) of the x - ray beam .
an x - ray ( radiograph ) is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions . imaging with x - rays involves exposing a part of the body to a small dose of ionizing radiation to produce pictures of the inside of the body . x - rays are the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging .
after the credits there is a scene at the hospital , where the comatose man from the video that xavier showed his students is lying in a hospital bed . dr . moira mactaggart enters the room to see the sleeping patient , only to be greeted by the professor ' s voice coming from him . dr . moira looks towards her patient in disbelief and says
charles ?
.
weston’s mri scanner is to be found in the x - ray department and runs 8am – 5pm monday to friday .
bliss
made its premiere early this month at the 2017 osaka asian film festival , where calzado was awarded the prestigious yakushi pearl award for her performance . it also stars ian veneracion .
the formation of the x - ray image within the body by differences in attenuation is controlled by the
matching
of the x - ray beam spectrum to the characteristics of the tissues or contrast media and the body sections being imaged .
ahhh… i have seen “sigaw” and thought it was pretty good . i’m really looking forward to director laranas’s new film , “the road” … . but haven’t managed to snag a dvd for it yet .
multilingual - as shown in x - men : apocalypse , moira is fluent in both egyptian , arabic , and english .
any other saint mary’s patients who can come down for departmental imaging attend viewing area 1 in the x - ray department .
by referring clinicians or authorized nurse practitioners ( non - medical referrers ) . a clinical referral is made to the radiology department and picked up by the inpatient team and justified prior to the patient being booked .
isn’t in the same league as that one , and i can’t see it inspiring a big budget hollywood remake like his last film . not a fatal flaw here , but a disappointment none the less .
different parts of the body absorb the x - rays in varying degrees . dense bone absorbs much of the radiation while soft tissue , such as muscle , fat and organs , allow more of the x - rays to pass through them . as a result , bones appear white on the x - ray , soft tissue shows up in shades of gray and air appears black .
after escaping a cult suicide , a paraplegic hospital patient is tormented by malevolent spirits and cursed to kill whomever hears her voice , unless she offers up the soul of her innocent nephew in place of her own .
the selection of an optimum spectrum for a specific clinical procedure must take into consideration not only the requirements for contrast but also produce the necessary penetration through the body section and limit the radiation dose to the patient .
the entire chest x - ray examination , from positioning to obtaining and verifying the images , is usually completed within 15 minutes .
some equipment have dual - track x - ray tubes so that either molybdenum or rhodium can be selected as the active anode material because of its higher atomic number ( z ) rhodium produces characteristic x - radiation with higher energies than molybdenum as shown above .
moira mactaggert won ' t be in x - men : dark phoenix , since rose byrne confirmed that she would not return .
after the battle at alcatraz island , she returns to muir island to check on her comatose patient . at the hospital , where the comatose man from the video that xavier showed his students , is lying in a hospital bed . moments later , dr , moira mactaggart enters the room , says good morning to her patient and proceeds to view the vital signs on the monitor . the man then turns his head and to moira ' s surprise , returns the greeting and calls her name in charles ' voice . dr . moira looks towards her patient in disbelief and says
charles
, confirming that charles ' consciousness survived his physical death .
in addition to the x - ray penetration characteristics to be considered in this chapter , image contrast is significantly affected by scattered radiation ( scattered radiation and contrast ) and the contrast characteristics of the receptor and display system . ( film contrast characteristics ) . also , the contrast of small objects within the body and anatomical detail is reduced by image blurring ( blur , resolution , and visibility of detail and radiographic detail ) . as the x - ray beam emerges from the patient ' s body it contains an image in the form of variations in exposure across the image area . this is formed by variations in the attenuation through different parts of the body . in this attenuation image contrast is represented by the amount of variation in x - ray exposure between points within the image ; the amount of contrast produced in a specific examination is determined by both the physical characteristics of the body section and the penetrating characteristics of the x - ray beam .
although the total energy of the light emitted by a screen is much less than the total x - ray energy the screen receives , the light energy is much more efficient in exposing film because it is
repackaged
into a much larger number of photons . if we assume a 5 % energy conversion efficiency , then one 50 - kev x - ray photon can produce 1 , 000 blue - green light photons with an energy of 2 . 5 ev each .
women should always inform their physician and x - ray technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant . many imaging tests are not performed during pregnancy so as not to expose the fetus to radiation . if an x - ray is necessary , precautions will be taken to minimize radiation exposure to the baby . see the safety page for more information about pregnancy and x - rays .
calcium tungstate , the most common screen material for many years , uses tungsten as the absorbing element . the k edge of tungsten is at 69 . 4 kev . for most x - ray examinations , a major portion of the x - ray beam spectrum falls below this energy . for this reason , screens containing tungsten are limited with respect to x - ray absorption . today , most intensifying screens contain either barium , lanthanum , gadolinium , or yttrium as the absorbing element . the k edge of these elements is below a major portion of the typical x - ray beam spectrum . this increases the chance of x - ray interaction and absorption .
ryan reynolds ' s deadpool is the film we never thought we ' d see . 20th century fox kept the x - men spinoff in limbo for years , and after his less than auspicious on - screen debut ( more on that below ) , things didn ' t look good for marvel comics ' ' merc with a mouth ' .
contrast is not the only thing that must be considered in selecting the spectrum for a specific procedure . the spectrum also affects the penetration through the body section being imaged . this has a significant effect on the radiation dose to the patient . also , as the penetration through a body section is reduced , the amount of radiation required from the x - ray tube is increased with a resulting increase in x - ray tube heating . we will see examples as we consider specific procedures .
the inpatient x - ray is situated in waiting area 4 for plain radiography examinations . we see 12 , 675 patients a year , however we hope to increase this number with the help of two extra porters who are critical to the flow of patients in and out of the department . inpatient work includes plain film , mobile work and theatre .
ct is a commonly performed procedure . scanners are found not only in hospital x - ray departments , but also in outpatient offices .
) , detect abnormalities of these organs , and to separate these structures from other structures within the abdomen . the patient will be asked to drink slightly less than a quart spread out over 1 . 5 to 2 hours .
finally , reynolds has said that he hopes hugh jackman will be able to make a cameo as wolverine . jackman is up for it , but it will depend on whether he can fit it into a very busy schedule . if not , it will be fox ' s first x - men film in which he doesn ' t show his face .
x - men team member colossus will also be starring in the movie . reports are claiming that andre tricoteux ( seventh son ) will be replacing daniel cudmore , who played the russian mutant in x2 , x - men : the last stand and days of future past .
reports are automatically sent to your physician who ordered your exam . if you would like additional physicians to receive a copy of your report , please complete the patient release form and email , fax or mail to the eradiology center .
our technologists are highly trained and certified , and focusesd on providing a respectful , prompt and excellent patient care experience . the diagnostic imaging department at rouge valley is a teaching facility affiliated with the michener institute for applied health technology .
this post contains spoilers for “ the x - files : i want to believe . ” but , also , maybe , that’s okay .
the first step in obtaining optimum contrast in an x - ray image is to adjust the x - ray beam spectrum for the specific anatomy and clinical purpose . the penetration and the resulting contrast of a specific object or structure in the body generally depends on the photon energy spectrum .
moira is one of the most significant characters ; she indirectly caused the paralysis of charles’ legs , as well being the first non - mutant to serve as an x - men member , and the one who suggested the name of the team in x - men : first class .
to create a radiograph , a patient is positioned so that the part of the body being imaged is located between an x - ray source and an x - ray detector . when the machine is turned on , x - rays travel through the body and are absorbed in different amounts by different tissues , depending on the radiological density of the tissues they pass through . radiological density is determined by both the density and the atomic number ( the number of protons in an atom’s nucleus ) of the materials being imaged . for example , structures such as bone contain calcium , which has a higher atomic number than most tissues . because of this property , bones readily absorb x - rays and , thus , produce high contrast on the x - ray detector . as a result , bony structures appear whiter than other tissues against the black background of a radiograph . conversely , x - rays travel more easily through less radiologically dense tissues such as fat and muscle , as well as through air - filled cavities such as the lungs . these structures are displayed in shades of gray on a radiograph .
. . . the brain dead patient [ from x - men 3 ] is indeed p . xavier , charles xavier ' s brain dead identical twin brother . when he was born his telepathy was so massive that he essentially stole his brothers brain waves . but when he was killed off by the dark phoenix he transferred the consciousness of his mind into his brain dead identical brother .
you must hold very still and may be asked to keep from breathing for a few seconds while the x - ray picture is taken to reduce the possibility of a blurred image . the technologist will walk behind a wall or into the next room to activate the x - ray machine .
a synopsis for
bliss
reads :
jane ciego ( iza calzado ) started acting in showbiz at a young age . now in her 30s , she decides to produce her own film to win some respect in the industry .
if one looks at a standard x - ray image or radiograph ( such as a chest x - ray ) , it appears as if they are looking through the body . ct and mri are similar to each other , but provide a much different view of the body than an x - ray does . ct and mri produce cross - sectional images that appear to open the body up , allowing the doctor to look at it from the inside . mri uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce images , while ct uses x - rays to produce images . plain x - rays are an inexpensive , quick test and are accurate at diagnosing things such as pneumonia , arthritis , and fractures . ct and mri better to evaluate soft tissues such as the brain , liver , and abdominal organs , as well as to visualize subtle abnormalities that may not be apparent on regular x - ray tests .
. gone is the shape - shifting and flying found in that film , replaced here by a very humanoid creature with super strength , invulnerability , and regenerative powers that comes across as some sort of werewolf crossed with a ghoul . the makeup for them was less than inspired… . although cristine’s look as the slowly healing , burned wretch painfully being consumed by her overwhelmingly torturous need to feed was certainly effective . her role was perhaps the best thing in the entire film… at least for me .
the mouth is not at any point in our film sewn shut . you have your guy who is doing his best to annoy the living s * * t out of everyone around him ,
reynolds reassured fans at comic - con .
the first function performed by the intensifying screen is to absorb the x - ray beam ( energy ) emerging from the patient ' s body . the ideal intensifying screen would absorb all x - ray energy that enters it ; real intensifying screens are generally not thick enough to absorb all of the photons . as we discuss later , increasing the thickness of an intensifying screen to increase its absorption capabilities degrades image quality . in most cases , a significant portion of x - ray energy is not absorbed by the screen material and penetrates the receptor . this is wasted radiation since it does not contribute to image formation and film exposure . the absorption efficiency is the percentage of incident radiation absorbed by the screen material . an ideal screen would have a 100 % absorption efficiency ; actual screens generally have absorption efficiencies less than 100 % . absorption efficiency is primarily determined by three factors : ( 1 ) screen material , ( 2 ) screen thickness , and ( 3 ) the photon energy spectrum .
there is local expertise in the x - ray department to perform a wide range of interventional procedures . these procedures involve the use of scanning equipment or x - rays to perform biopsies ( taking tissue samples ) and other key - hole type techniques . these procedures can be used to treat patients and avoid surgery .
in this chapter we explore the characteristics of both the objects within a body and the x - ray beam and show how optimum image contrast can be achieved .
skilled pilot - moira is a very skilled pilot . she is able to maneuver the x - jet with ease . she and hank often co - pilot .
this weekend marks the seventh anniversary of the film “i want to believe , ” which itself came out six years after what we then called the series finale of the show about two fbi agents investigating the paranormal . which means it’s the seventh anniversary of many people realizing that not only was “the x - files” a franchise that had aged beyond its prime , but maybe it should have remained silent since its unofficial end .
out of the various criticisms levelled against the film , one that kept coming up was the treatment of deadpool . while reynolds ' s initial portrayal was fine , he appeared later in the movie ( spoilers ! ) as a mind - controller monster with no mouth .
the x - ray imaging process transfers physical contrast from within a body ( produced by differences in densities and atomic numbers ) to visible contrast displayed in an image .
the spectrum of an x - ray beam is determined by combinations of the anode material , the filter material and thickness , and the selected kv for the procedure .
we recall that the spectrum is determined by three factors : ( 1 ) x - ray tube anode material , ( 2 ) x - ray beam filtration , and ( 3 ) kv . since most x - ray examinations are performed with tungsten anode tubes , the first factor cannot be used to adjust contrast . the exception is the use of molybdenum and rhodium anode tubes in mammography . most x - ray machines for general radiography and fluoroscopy have essentially the same amount of filtration , which is a few millimeters of aluminum . two exceptions are molybdenum and rhodium filters used with molybdenum anode tubes in mammography and copper or brass filters , sometimes used in chest radiography .
firefly and gotham star morena baccarin will be playing deadpool ' s lover vanessa , known in the comics as copycat . rapper and sometime game of thrones actor ed skrein is taking on the role of deadpool ' s fellow government experiment and the big bad of the film .
but there are two types of “x - files” fans in the world right now : the fans who freaked out with the official announcement , who look toward january 2016 with nothing but untempered enthusiasm… and the fans who saw , and remember , the franchise’s last on - screen adventure , “the x - files : i want to believe . ”
ct of the chest is frequently used to further study an abnormality on a plain chest x - ray . it is also often used to look for enlarged lymph nodes .
we also get a first proper look x - men negasonic teenage warhead and colossus , as well as villains angel dust and ajax and wade wilson ' s lover vanessa .
an insatiably curious lil ' kitten with admittedly odd tastes in film and music , addicted to spicy food and berry wine coolers . . . . generally playful but with a surprising fierceness when annoyed . but don ' t worry . . . she ' s had all her shots !
x - ray radiography : detects bone fractures , certain tumors and other abnormal masses , pneumonia , some types of injuries , calcifications , foreign objects , dental problems , etc .
mind transfer : when his body was destroyed in x - men : the last stand , he transferred his consciousness into a host body ; his twin brother p . xavier .
both the stimulable phosphor plates and direct digital recording methods generally capture and record all of the contrast in the x - ray image because of their wide dynamic range for exposure .
out of hours urgent plain x - rays for saint mary’s may be performed by the children’s department ; please contact mri radiology to discuss , please click here for more information .
ct ( computed tomography ) : combines traditional x - ray technology with computer processing to generate a series of cross - sectional images of the body that can later be combined to form a three - dimensional x - ray image . ct images are more detailed than plain radiographs and give doctors the ability to view structures within the body from many different angles .
skilled hand - to - hand combatant - moira has some degree of fighting experience . this shown when she knocks a man out with one blow in x - men : apocalypse .
film is chemically processed to convert the invisible recorded image into a visible image . if the chemical processing is deficient ( because of inadequate processor quality control , incorrect chemistry , etc ) some of the recorded image contrast ( and visibility of objects ) might not be transferred into visible image contrast .
the contrast in the invisible image emerging from the patient ' s body is an image of the different attenuations through the body and is sometimes referred to as subject contrast , especially in older publications . the contrast in the attenuation image is represented by the difference in exposure among various points within the image area .
x - ray contrast is produced because x - ray penetration through an object differs from the penetration through the adjacent background tissue . for objects that attenuate more of the radiation than the adjacent tissue , contrast is inversely related to object penetration . maximum ( 100 % ) contrast is produced when no radiation penetrates the object . metal objects ( lead bullets , rods , etc . ) are good examples . contrast is reduced as x - ray penetration through the object increases . when object penetration approaches the penetration through an equal thickness of surrounding tissue , contrast disappears .
we are situated in the clinical radiology department at manchester royal infirmary . you can find us in the viewing area 4 , main x - ray department in the purple zone of mri .
you can obtain a copy of your images before you leave johns hopkins radiology after having your exam . if you did not request during your appointment , please complete the patient release form and email , fax or mail it to the eradiology center . a valid photo id is required when picking up your radiology records .
a dismayed noel ferrer , calzado ' s manager , also shared his reaction on social media , saying :
it will be so unfortunate and such a waste if a film that has earned rave reviews and international honors won ' t be allowed to be screened to filipinos in its integral version .
a doctor would not tell a patient ' s family that there was
nothing more that could been done
unless he or she had consulted with multiple professionals beforehand . to do so would not only risk a lawsuit , it would risk the state medical board restrict or removing the doctor ' s license to practice .
x - ray equipment is relatively inexpensive and widely available in emergency rooms , physician offices , ambulatory care centers , nursing homes and other locations , making it convenient for both patients and physicians .
the patient must remain motionless for the length of the study , which is typically just a few minutes . the entire procedure , which includes set - up , the scan itself , checking the pictures , and removing the iv if needed , takes 15 to 45 minutes depending on what part of the body is being scanned .
high anatomical area contrast , as in the chest , is a challenge especially with film radiography . one of the advantages of digital radiography is the ability to overcome some of the problems of high area contrast through a combination of receptors with a wide exposure dynamic range , digital image processing , and digital image windowing .
as moira was having a conversation with levene , charles freezes the surrounding area and tells her to come down to the parking lot telepathically . the man in black then brings them to division x .
this is in the main x - ray department . it is a special type of cross sectional imaging ( simulating slices through the body ) which may be used for any part of the body .
there are six mobile x - ray units which are situated on critical care , outside the lifts near ward 3 , outside the am block lift , on ward 36 / 37 , near ward 12 and one kept in the radiology department for use by a & e . 24 hour theatre cover is provided for cases requiring x - ray support ( covering up to 3 at any one time ) .
moira is the only non - mutant in the films to serve as a member of the x - men , as well as one of the few lead females that aren’t mutants , including vanessa carlysle .
i remember watching x - men 3 and seeing charles xavier get disintegrated by phoenix , however the post - credits scene and his appearance in later movies indicate that he actually survived . how is that possible ?
firstly , the post - credits scene from x - men 3 hints at his survival . if for any reason you can ' t view the video , this is what happens ( from the wiki ) :
in radiography , especially mammography , the objective is to select an x - ray beam spectrum that provides the optimum balance between contrast and dose . both of these factors depend on photon energy as illustrated below .


blood and lace is a 1971 american horror film directed by philip s. gilbert , and starring gloria grahame , melody patterson , len lesser , and milton selzer .

the film follows an orphaned teenager ( patterson ) who arrives at a remote orphanage run by a madwoman ( grahame ) and her handyman , both sadists and child murderers .

shot in los angeles in 1970 and released theatrically in 1971 , blood and lace became a frequent billing on the drive-in theater circuit throughout the 1970s .

at the time , it was considered to be one of the most gratuitous films to receive a gp rating .

it has been cited as a " proto-slasher film . "

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is pure trashy silliness , but its bonkers story curves do provide a certain oddball allure .
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its embellished in gotta patti lace and zardosi embroidery further enhanced in pearl work .
from arrow video :
new us title : blood and black lace ( arrow video ) dual - format blu - ray and dvd and blu - ray steelbook editions .
blood and black lace screens at the gene siskel film center august 19th and 21st for their film series , mario bava : the baroque beauties of italian horror .
so i followed blood and black lace up with another movie about sadistic murders , peeping tom , which could not be more different in tone , but no less artistic .
arrow video announced an early july us release of blood and black lace ( 1964 ) on blu - ray and dvd as well as a limited edition steelbook . directed by mario bava , the blood and black lace blu - ray / dvd is packed with features including , but not limited to , a 2k restoration of the original film and a new documentary exploring the giallo genre .
i must say arrow have done a wonderful job with the blu - ray transfer , and blood and black lace has never looked so good , it gets a huge 5 / 5 . you get three discs and a great little booklet about the film , plus their are loads of bonus features including psycho analsis - a new documentry on blood and black lace and the origins . which i have seen and its very good . all in all a great release and my personal best .
may 13 , 2015 categories : movies that do not suck . tags : blood and black lace , mario bava , michael powell , peeping tom . author : drfreex . comments : leave a comment
available for the first time on a home entertainment format , the 1971 cult favorite blood and lace is a twisted tale of horror frequently cited as a precursor to the slasher films of the late 70s and early 80s .
newly restored from the original camera negative and presented here in its original , uncut italian form , this dual - format release allows fans to see blood and black lace afresh and offers newcomers the ideal introduction to a major piece of cult filmmaking .
blood and lace is an early 70s shocker with decent use of style and mystery . it ' s known as a
shocker
and maybe it was for its time . for me personally i find it fairly tame and wished they had dialed up the intensity a few notches .
a crown jewel of homegrown 1970s schlock horror , blood and lace has been one the most elusive titles of its type for the very fact that it’s never been given a home video release in its own country ; that is until now . one of the few films to actually live up to its “shock after shock after shock” tagline , blood and lace now gets a highly anticipated blu - ray / dvd combo release from scream factory .
putting aside accusations of depravity , how does blood and lace play out ? well , we shouldn’t really judge a film that’s 40 years old through a modern , more cynical lens . however , there’s no getting around the fact that blood and lace is a badly made film . even my contemporaries from decades ago were bemused by this drive - in filler . its poor editing and shoddy sound scream of a time when you spent as little as possible to recoup as much profit as possible .
with striking animated menus and a great array of supplements , vci’s revisitation of blood and black lace gets an a for effort , though the transfer is lacking . still , it’s definitely worth the low retail price and a recommended purchase in that respect . ( george r . reis )
“of course , blood and lace is not for everybody . it’s acting is amateurish in spots , the story and the character’s behavior push credibility often and the whole business is drive - in trashy . the soundtrack , which comes across as random records being played , is the biggest drawback…” kindertrauma
tim lucas starts out his typically excellent audio commentary for the recent arrow films restoration of mario bava’s blood and black lace with an anecdote about ernst lubitsch . apparently the director told a visitor to the set of heaven can wait that technicolor worked best with musicals and comedy , and should never be used for drama or mysteries . lucas presents blood and black lace as the prime exhibit that lubitsch’s reasoning is incorrect . with the synchronicity that runs my life at this juncture , i watched another movie afterwards that also contested it , only earlier .
unfairly obscure - and not to be confused with mario bava ' s rather better known giallo , blood and black lace - it ' s easy to see why this early 70 ' s trash epic has often been described as the ' sickest pg movie ever made ' .
in retrospect , the violence in blood and black lace is both better and worse than contemporary reviews suggest . the gore in the film certainly has not stood the test of time ; bava’s small flourishes of blood and makeup are no match for the flayed dogs of lucio fulci’s a lizard in woman’s skin or even bava’s subsequent impalements in the 1971 giallo twitch of the death nerve . however , the uncomfortable blend of the film’s vibrant style with constant violence towards women makes blood and black lace something of a horror - anachronism . the film aspires to the aesthetics of hitchcock but has a cruel streak that feels , perhaps unfortunately , years ahead of its time .
blood and lace is a 1970 american horror thriller feature film directed by philip gilbert from a screenplay by co - producer gil lasky ( spider baby ; the night god screamed ) . co - producer ed carlin also handled the evil ( 1978 ) and superstition ( 1982 ) .
“murdering mannequins is sheer , wanton waste . and so is blood and black lace , the super - gory who - dunit , which came out of italy to land at neighborhood houses yesterday sporting stilted dubbed english dialogue , stark color and grammar - school histrionics . ” ( new york times , 1965 )
the source , that revealed the dress was the gown from her special day , told the paper : ' she ripped it to shreds and covered it with blood splashes . she even joked she wished it was stephen ' s blood . '
fit for a prince ! louis becomes the eighth royal baby to wear the historic honiton lace christening robe on . . .
mario bava film series - ( august 4th - 29th ) the gene siskel film center presents mario bava : the baroque beauties of italian horror , a selection of nine films from the highly - admired italian horror director throughout the month ! bava was known for making magic on a shoestring budget , using effective lighting techniques for creating stunning visuals that turned many of his films into mesmerizing works of art ( see blood and black lace ) . blood and black lace screens saturday at 3pm . kill , baby . . . kill ! screens saturday at 4 : 45pm . check the site for future listings for blood and black lace ( new digital restoration ) , a bay of blood , the girl who knew too much , and kill , baby . . . kill ( new digital restoration ) ! ( films newly released in dcp . ) gene siskel film center , 164 n . state street , chicago , il 60601 .
scream factory , the horror - thriller offshoot of independent film distributor shout factory , has detailed its upcoming blu - ray releases of philip s . gilbert ' s horror thriller blood and lace ( 1971 ) , starring gloria grahame , milton selzer , and len lesser . the release . . .
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however , when all is said and done , and the idioms have come home to roost , blood and lace is fundamentally a pervy film that admonishes the behavior of sleazy middle - aged men . at least , that’s the argument i imagine could be used . we would have to ignore the scenes of busty 20 somethings pretending to be half - naked 16 year olds and throwing themselves at burly gardeners . in a parallel universe somewhere , blood and lace is one of bangbros . com’s most important and influential p * * n parodies . there are numerous moments where the film is poised to become something a lot dirtier than it’s trying to be .
“ blood and lace is one helluva fun movie . it’s got unintentional humour , high camp , a teenage cat fight , a few lashings of gore and a bucketful of sleaze . it’s hard to believe that little kids would have been allowed to sit through this twisted tale…” justin kerswell , hysteria lives !
what these reviews do best is provide is an opportunity to examine the two biggest names in the italian giallo – mario bava and dario argento – and see if the reception of some of their earliest work compares favorably to their established reputations . what follows are a handful of contemporary reviews of both blood and black lace and four flies on grey velvet and my thoughts on how they’ve aged .
the cristian haute couture fashion house is a home to models… and backstabbing… and blackmail… and drug deals… and murder .
on february 8 1840 , shortly before queen victoria ' s wedding , it was reported as scandal in the times that
her majesty ' s dressmakers and milliners are foreigners and no other finds favour at court . . . her majesty ' s dress is to be made of brussels lace instead of honiton lace , though honiton lace has been purchased as a blind .
this was a sensitive issue , as honiton , one of the oldest lace - making centres , was struggling to survive the onset of industrialisation , and the rumours were indignantly refuted . not only was production undertaken at honiton , the palace retorted , but the commission for the design of the lace had been given to the artist william dyce , as part of a campaign to encourage artistic and technological excellence in british design .
but the plot of blood & black lace plays second fiddle to bava’s stylish execution of the material . the use of colour is as important to the narrative as the characters and their actions , and bava’s experience as a cinematographer comes through as he fills the screen with a variety of lush reds , greens , yellows and purples to create an atmosphere and sense of dread whilst innovating with his fluid camera movements and obscure angles .
blood and black lace ( 2 - disc limited special edition steelbook ) a masked man with a metal - claw glove stalks models at a couple ' s fashion salon in rome . read more about all the new july 12 , 2016 horror releases on urltoken stay up to date on all things horror at urltoken
the real kicker is neither of these movies is really available ( in the forms i viewed ) in the us . blood and black lace for the reasons i mentioned above , and peeping tom … well , the rights currently belong to studio / canal , and all amazon offers are marketplace links to a chinese blu - ray . a sad state of affairs for lovers of the beautiful… and the horrible .
naomi campbell wows in flamboyant feathered gown . . . while ashley graham sizzles in plunging lace dress as they walk in dolce & gabbana show in italy
onlookers told mailonline that the dress was formed of a delicate lace , and it was pictured on her friend ' s instagram to feature spaghetti straps and a plunging back - matching the description of her second dress .
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sporting one of my favorite movie titles ever , mario bava ' s blood and black lace is a prime example of the italian horror genre known as giallo . gialli ( the plural form of the word ) are basically stylized mystery / horror films containing occasional scenes of intense violence . they are often marked by unnatural yet strangely intriguing lighting techniques . naturally , gialli tend to become efforts in creating a moving atmosphere . trying to uncover a secret can only take a film so far , but offering stimulating color use and set design along the way can provide a good boost , depending on what you look for in a film . blood and black lace is light on story but rich in style .
having established a template for the giallo with the girl who knew too much , mario bava set about cementing its rules with blood and black lace . in doing so he created one of the most influential films ever made an italian classic that would spearhead the giallo genre , provide a prototype for the slasher movie , and have a huge effect on filmmakers as diverse as dario argento and martin scorsese .
straight - laced : a complex boot - lacing system favored by racist skins who lace their boots in horizontal , straight lines rather than x or cross patterns .
having established a template for the giallo with the girl who knew too much , mario bava set about cementing its rules with blood and black lace . in doing so he created one of the most influential films ever made – an italian classic that would spearhead the giallo genre , provide a prototype for the slasher movie , and have a huge effect on filmmakers as diverse as dario argento and martin scorsese .
needless to say blood and lace is a weird ass movie . to make things weirder director philip s . gilbert has never done anything else , at least as far as i can tell . i would love to know what he’s up to these days . how does someone make just one really insane movie and then never do anything else ? i find that very odd .
according to greek mythology the delphinium originated from the blood of the greek god aias ( also known as ajax ) , a trojan war hero who was killed during combat . as the flowers blossomed from his blood , its petals became inscribed with the letters “ai” which means alas in greek .
although once used as a medicine to help with relaxation and sleep , the delphinium is no longer used for internal use due to its toxins which cause difficulty breathing , slow heart rate , and severely lowered blood pressure .
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blood and black lace involves a series of murders decimating the models of a high fashion house in rome . this may not be the first giallo movie ( that title usually goes to director mario bava’s earlier , black - and - white the girl who knew too much ) , but it is the one that codifies much of what would become the hallmarks of giallo : a series of sadistic murders , a black - gloved ( and in this case , literally faceless ) murderer , and innovative and stylish camerawork .
if you were to only read contemporary reviews of blood and black lace , you might be excused for thinking you know everything there is to know about the giallo . this small sampling already touches on several of the key aspects of the genre : it is derivative , primarily director - driven , and thrives on its visuals and strong use of color . and while each review seems happy to link mario bava to cinematic excess , the nature of this link has changed over time .
' she finally found use for it ! ' millie mackintosh ' ripped £1 , 500 wedding dress to shreds and covered it with blood ' for halloween . . . after messy split from professor green
blood and lace is one helluva fun movie . it ' s got unintentional humour , high camp , a teenage cat fight , a few lashings of gore and a bucketful of sleaze . it ' s hard to believe that little kids would have been allowed to sit through this twisted tale that takes in the murder of children , pedophilia and incest ! certainly this isn ' t hard - core horror but neither is it a disney flick , either .
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calming & harmonious blue quartz purifies the mental , emotional and physical bodies . it helps calm the mind , allowing expression of the individuals will and assists in reaching out to others . it stimulates intuitive insight and enhances communication and creative expression . healing : reduces stress and negative thoughts , heals the throat , purifies the blood . chakra : throat & third eye
in opening scene , close - up of hammer used in bludgeoning murders already has splotches of blood between claws before it is even used on victims . see more »
there ' s a good deal of blood and a minimum of logic , or lace for that matter , in
blood and lace ,
which was exposed in local theaters yesterday , to illustrate , we assume , that horror can be both vague and silly . exposed also are gloria grahame and a clutch of decidedly lesser - known performers in a low - grade exercise in shadows , screams , traumas and slayings that are largely more laughable than shocking . there is , for openers , the hammer murder of a prostitute whose daughter , melody patterson , a blond chick beside herself with neuroses , hate for her mother and a yen to find her father , is sent to the local orphanage run by miss grahame . miss grahame is not a standard type . she needs the money she gets for operating her sylvan concentration camp and when youngsters try to break out , she has them caught with the aid of her wacky handy man , len lesser , who dispatches them with a cleaver and hangs them up in the orphanage ' s basement freezer .
red laces : bootlace color indicating the wearer has shed blood for the skinhead movement . racist skinheads will often randomly attack non - whites to
earn
their red laces .
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when bearing down to cry or having a bowel movement , an infant ' s skin temporarily may appear beet - red or bluish - purple . red marks , scratches , bruises , and petechiae ( tiny specks of blood that have leaked from small blood vessels in the skin ) are all common on the face and other body parts . they ' re caused by the trauma of squeezing through the birth canal . these will heal and disappear during the first week or two of life .
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newborn jaundice , a yellowish discoloration of the skin and white parts of the eyes , is a common condition that normally doesn ' t appear until the second or third day after birth and disappears within 1 to 2 weeks . jaundice is caused by the accumulation of bilirubin ( a waste product produced by the normal breakdown of red blood cells ) in the blood , skin , and other tissues due to the temporary inability of the newborn ' s immature liver to clear this substance from the body effectively .
the cristiana haute couture fashion house is a home to models . . . and backstabbing . . . and blackmail . . . and drug deals . . . and murder .
the designer headed to the swanky members ' club in kensington with a group of friends in a day of the dead costume , which featured a white wedding gown stained with fake blood .
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protection : pyrite is known as a stone of protection , it wards of negativity energy and physical danger as well as stimulating the intellect . pyrite helps to nourish the mind and body , promoting good health . it enhances the emotional body strengthening the will and helps create a positive outlook on life . healing : relieves anxiety and frustration . aids digestion and improves circulation and oxygenation of the blood , enhances brain function . chakras : base , solar plexus & heart
strawberry or capillary hemangiomas are raised red marks caused by collections of widened blood vessels in the skin . these may appear pale at birth , then become red and enlarge during the first months of life . then , they usually shrink and disappear without treatment within the first 6 years .
emotional balancer jade is a powerful emotional balancer , nurturing and bringing peace and purity into your life , removing negative thoughts and energy . it radiates the divine , promoting unconditional love , serenity , clarity of mind , courage and wisdom . jade is believed to be stone of luck , prosperity and friendship . it can enhance your dreams , allowing you to awaken hidden knowledge and become who you really are . it is a protective stone that keeps you from harm . healing : strengthens the heart , kidneys and immune system , it cleanses and filters toxins from the organs and blood , heals stitches , assists fertility and childbirth , helps relieve menstrual and menopausal symptoms , promotes longevity . chakras : heart
a very young dennis christopher ( fade to black ) plays one of the orphans ( some of them , like patterson and messina , were actually well over the age of 20 ) who is always scrounging for food , and yes , that is june foray’s voice over - dubbing patterson in the opening scene ! copyrighted as 1970 and picked up and released by american international pictures ( aip ) the following year , blood and lace represents the true essence of what makes a 1970s drive - in horror exceed its reputation and notoriety , and hopefully this long - awaited digital release will introduce it to legions of fright fans who have never seen it or heard of it , because it is indeed a significant archetype of the modern slasher film .
this is really a love - it - or - hate - it film , coming from someone who thinks that that description is vastly overused nowadays . if you’re a fan of italian horror , or even the haunted house genre ( think of this as a haunted town movie ) , you will definitely enjoy blood and black lace . its eerie lighting and shocking murders well accomplish the film’s mood - shifting goals . if , however , you’re looking for something with more narrative strength , stick to the american stuff .
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parents are sometimes startled to see that the white part of one or both of their newborn ' s eyes appears blood - red . called subconjunctival hemorrhage , this occurs when blood leaks under the covering of the eyeball due to the trauma of delivery . it ' s a harmless condition similar to a skin bruise that goes away after several days , and it generally doesn ' t indicate that there has been any damage to the infant ' s eyes .
on his motorcycle stein , a half - blood indian , tries to stay out of the hands of the police , who are chasing him for accidentally killing a cop . together with his friend alan and a beautiful . . . see full summary »
according to the sun , the former made in chelsea star , 27 , ' ripped ' and ' bloodied ' the grace loves lace gown she had worn to the evening reception of her wedding to the musician , for the spooky festivities at albert ' s in west london .
energising & vitalising hematite is a grounding and protective stone that energises and vitalises the physical body . it promotes optimism , determination , courage , self esteem and willpower , helping you to magnetise what you truly want and to strive for improvement . hematite harmonises the mind , body and spirit , helping to dissolve negativity . healing : aids circulatory problems , increases iron in the blood and the flow of oxygen throughthe body , stimulates the glands , activates the spleen , liver and gall bladder , increases resistance to stress , eases leg cramps . chakras : base
when their little one comes into the world , new parents might be surprised by their baby ' s appearance . instead of the picture - perfect cherub , babies often look bluish , are covered with blood and cream - cheesy glop , and look like they ' ve just been in a fist - fight .
the film most recognised as kickstarting the giallo genre , mario bava’s 1964 thriller blood & black lace has been given a complete restoration by arrow films , and if any of bava’s films – particularly his earlier works – lend themselves to such a task than this is it . not because it is a film that needs to be tidied up as much as it is such a visually striking film that not to be able to see it in as vivid and clean a print as possible would be as much of a crime as the events in it .
the origins of the slasher movie are usually traced back to that seminal year 1960 which spawned both psycho and peeping tom , though you could probably go way further back to films like 1945’s the spiral staircase . the first fully - fledged body count movie which emphasises the killings above all else though is probably blood and black lace , an evocative title , but not as descriptive of what the film’s about as its original title which translates as six women for an assassin . mario bava proved himself to be ahead of his time in many of his movies , and his the girl who knew too much [ 1963 ] can be called the first giallo , but none of his films are as historically important as blood and black lace , which not only refined the style of the giallo but basically created the template that would be followed by friday the 13th et el . compared with many of the films it spawned , it’s quite low on bloodshed , but unlike many of them , it has a complicated storyline that you really have to concentrate on while also being gorgeously shot in the usual bava manner .
dr . martens ( a . k . a . doc martens ) : brand of durable boots popular with skinheads as well as young people in all walks of life , though skins lace the boots differently ( see
straight - laced
) and wear either red or white laces .
as if things couldn’t get worse for ellie she realizes that the man she believes is responsible for killing her mother begins stalking her and others at the orphanage . as far as slasher villains go , blood and lace has one of the scariest . he’s a big guy who kind of lumbers around , hammer in hand , but he does so while wearing a truly hideous mask . it sort of looks like burned skinned . almost like freddy krueger but more terrifying . it’s really thin and has a very wrinkly texture . it’s incredibly disturbing . if i saw someone in this mask i would totally freak out .
i enjoyed the creepy atmosphere , score and those early 70s feels . unfortunately i found the dialogue and…
when the royal bride was foreign , the dress became part of a jostling for power . in 1863 , before the wedding of albert edward , prince of wales ( later edward vii ) to princess alexandra of denmark , it emerged that alexandra already had a belgian lace dress . queen victoria , however , made it abundantly clear that this would not do at all , and dispatched courtiers to denmark to fit the bride for an english - made dress and a veil of honiton lace . by way of compromise , the princess carried red geraniums , the national flower of denmark , in her bouquet .
recovery and regeneration this is a stone that can encourage recovery and regeneration after a severe illness . epidote helps to lift the emotions , and also helps to dissolve sadness , sorrow , self - pity and grief
clarity of mind it enhances clarity of the mind and concentration , expanding ones awareness of the self and of ones surroundings and having a positive effect on the brain . it soothes the nerves and enhances willpower .
after sitting through odeon’s uk blu - ray of bava’s the whip and the body a short while ago which totally botched the incredible look of the film , virtually anything would have been an improvement for me , but blood and black lace comes onto blu - ray with a release from arrow that is superb in every way , from the complete restoration of the film from scratch which makes bava’s extraordinary colour schemes even more amazing to look at and even vastly improves the sound of the dialogue , to the comprehensive collection of special features . this giallo fan almost hit the roof with joy at things like helene cattet and bruno forzani talking about bava – two geniuses praising another – or dario argento and lamberto bava discussing bava and alfred hitchcock . like arrow’s day of anger , this set is available on both region a and region b and is undoubtedly the definitive release of this seminal film .
like blood and black lace , peeping tom is in eastmancolor , and though not as lurid as the op - art palette of bava , this is still the director who manipulated color so brilliantly in black narcissus and the red shoes . the color here is lush and realistic , giving the world an unmistakable texture ; it is no mistake that mark’s murder movies are shot in black and white . realistically , it’s a process he can perform in his own home darkroom , but in the world of this disturbed young man , it is also easily managed , stark . it allows him to concentrate on the fear of his victims , undistracted . and as i believe hitchcock himself once stated about psycho , black and white can be distancing , a reminder it’s only a movie . or maybe it was kubrick , talking about shooting lolita in monochrome .
blood and black lace has followed me around all my life , it seems . it was released in the us in 1965 , which would put me at eight years of age , already a veteran reader of famous monsters of filmland ; it made enough of a splash that i determined that this was something i needed to see . a bit of confusion led me , a few years later , to watch a late night tv showing of blood and roses ( and talk about being even more confused later – i was much too young for vadim , even edited for tv ) . so it’s actually taken me something like half a century to see this movie , and watching just the opening credits unfurl , all ravishing color and dark wit , lets me know the wait for this version was worth it . ( this sequence was replaced for the american release with one by filmation , included on the disc as an extra . macabre , but much less colorful . much . )
balance & stability polychronic jasper is also known as desert jasper it represents the earth and is a grounding stone that promotes stability and balance in life . it balances the vibrations and emotional energies of the body , and is very nurturing . it helps to bring balance between assertiveness and sensitivity , bringing tranquillity and wholeness into your life , sustaining and supporting in times of stress . healing : supports the circulatory and digestive systems and the sexual organs . chakras : base , sacral & solar plexus
aragonite sputnick patience & reliability enhances patience , acceptance and the ability to take on more responsibility , it strengthens reliability and practicality . aragonite is an earth healer and grounding stone attuned to gaia . it transforms geopathic stress and clear blockages , deepening your connection to the earth . healing : warms the extremities and aids with nerve and muscle spasms and twitches , it helps to heal the bones and discs . chakras : base & earth chakraa
blood and lace opens with a pov shot walking through a house and into a kitchen . the person searches through the kitchen until they find a hammer and begin to make their way to the second floor of the house . this opening scene is very similar to shots seen in halloween and black christmas . the audience is placed in the killer’s shoes . the interesting thing about this shot , and other first - person shots similar to this one , is that the killer holds the hammer out in front of them as they walk . i get why this is done , to let the audience see the potential murder weapon , but if you really think about this it’s kind of silly . would anyone ever hold out their weapon that way while walking ? i don’t think so . this isn’t really a complaint though and rather an observation .
the hue and color patterns of a newborn ' s skin may be startling to some parents . mottling of the skin , a lacy pattern of small reddish and pale areas , is common because of the normal instability of the blood circulation at the skin ' s surface . for similar reasons , acrocyanosis , or blueness of the skin of the hands and feet and the area surrounding the lips , is often present , especially if the infant is in a cool environment .
a cephalohematoma is a collection of blood that has seeped under the outer covering membrane of one of the skull bones . this is usually caused during birth by the pressure of the head against the mother ' s pelvic bones . the lump is confined to one side of the top of the baby ' s head and , in contrast to caput succedaneum , may take a week or two to disappear . the breakdown of the blood collected in a cephalohematoma may cause these infants to become somewhat more jaundiced than others during the first week of life .
tranformation zebra marble aids transformation and self liberation helping you to overcome inner discontentment and unhappiness in life by opening up new perspectives and bring creative solutions to your problems . healing : eases allergies and fortifies the kidneys , spleen , intestines , muscle tissue and the skin . chakra : solar plexus
as the original italian title translates as
six women for the murderer ,
mario bava inaugurated the
body count
film with the legendary blood and black lace . although the first
giallo
is also credited to bava with 1963 ' s the girl who knew too much ( aka the evil eye ) , this time the director uses color - - although he was advised not to - - and formulates an incredibly visual , sadistic yet beautiful paradigm . bava set an unrivaled standard for italian
who done it
thrillers , and countless imitators can be found , even in the american
teen in peril
movement of recent years . vci originally released this title in late 2000 , and are here revisiting it with a different transfer , different packaging and several more supplements , now spread across two discs .
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new beginnings moonstone is the stone of new beginnings and is strongly connected to the moon and helps connect you to your intuition and female energy . moonstone is uplifting and calming , it enhances psychic ability and calms reactions , aiding in self analysis . . healing : moonstone is a powerful calmer of emotions , helping to balance the emotions and to relieve anxiety and stress . it is also particularly helpful with female problems , digestion and reproductive organs . . chakras : sacral & heart
amplifies & cleanses calcite is a powerful amplifier and cleanser of energy , grounding you and bring joy and light heartedness into your life . it helps to balance the emotions , boosts the memory , calms the mind , alleviates stress , enhances trust in oneself and strengthens the ability to overcome setbacks connecting the emotions with the intellect . calcite helps over come laziness increasing and stimulating your energy . it is a spiritual stone that is linked to the higher consciousness , aiding spiritual development . healing : strengthens the teeth , bones and joints , helps the organs to eliminate toxins , aids skin conditions , blood clotting , heals tissue , opens and clears the eyes , fortifies the immune system , elevates fear and reduces stress . chakra : all chakras
amethyst calming & intuition amethyst is the stone of spirituality and contentment , it bestows stability , strength , inner peace . it is a great stone for meditation and enhancing your intuition and psychic abilities with its calming and peaceful energy . amethyst provides clarity and enhances conscious perception and understanding . healing : assists in calming the mind , reduces insomnia and allows restful sleep , reduces stress , eases headaches , helps with hormone production , strengthens the immune system , cleansing organs and respiratory system , reduces bruising and swelling . assists in the function of the pineal and pituitary glands . chakras : third eye & crownn
when it comes to decorating a classic rustic sweetheart table , just remember the bunting . whether its in burlap , lace , or floral fabric , this mainstay of rustic chic decor looks adorable on your table . the couple below added a little glitz to their burlap with gold glitter letters .
love and peace rose quartz promotes unconditional love , forgiveness , infinite peace and compassion . it creates harmony in relationships and teaches us about the true essence of love . it purifies and opens up the heart allowing us to express our emotions . it reduces stress and tension , allowing us to express love , sensitivity and compassion towards ourselves and others . rose quartz brings a deep inner healing , enhancing self love , self trust , self worth and self confidence . it can be used to attract love into your life and maintain happy loving relationships . healing : strengthens the heart and circulatory system , releases impurities , aids in healing chest and respiratory problems , increases fertility .
like many of the giallo films that followed it , blood & black lace isn’t very plot - heavy ; in fact it has the sort of plot that wouldn’t be out of place in an episode of murder , she wrote as it really is a simple whodunnit . on a stormy night , an employee at a fashion boutique is murdered by a mysterious masked killer , who then begins to stalk and kill several of the employees as it comes to light that the murdered girl kept a diary , a diary that seemed to detail a lot of things about a lot of people who work in the boutique .
the salon setting is used in a highly ironic manner , its surface beauty revealing darkness below the surface . the costumes , the set dressings and so forth are often lovely to look at , but one is constantly aware that sordid activity could be taking place behind the scenes . there’s a great tracking shot past some booths which was actually achieved by putting the camera on a child’s toy , so low was the budget . another tracking shot has the camera actually bump into a mannequin , so obvious that it was surely intended to slightly jar the viewer . bava often seemed interested in fashion , possibly mostly for its visual possibilities , but always seemed to have a wry attitude to it . the police procedural scenes in blood and black lace come across as a little dull , with characters often taking ages to respond to others , and inspector sylvestre coming across as very weary as well as , in the end , ineffectual . perhaps bava was deliberately showing his own weariness with such scenes , but it does mean that blood and black lace is a touch uneven and almost seems like the work of two directors . it’s not a major problem , because the film is overall so intriguing and clever , but i don’t think it quite has the consistency of bava’s very best four or five films . that’s not to take anything away from it though , because it still exhibits more artistry than most other slasher films , and you can almost also say that dario argento took his whole aesthetic from this movie while also building on it .
clears blocked energy dissipates blocked energy & negativity . assist grounding , centering and enhances awareness and dreams chakras : base & sacral
i won’t spoil it for you , but the ending of blood and lace is abolutely fitting for a movie of this ilk . i just felt filthy after everything came to a close . even though you can tell the story is going in the direction it ends up going , you really don’t want it to because it’s bad news for everyone . weird , just weird . that’s basically all that needs to be said . weirdness aside , i think this is worth checking out . it’s not nearly as good as slasher kings it clearly influenced , but it’s without a doubt a unique viewing experience you won’t soon forget .
love and peace rose quartz promotes unconditional love , forgiveness , infinite peace and compassion . it creates harmony in relationships and teaches us about the true essence of love . it purifies and opens up the heart allowing us to express our emotions . it reduces stress and tension , allowing us to express love , sensitivity and compassion towards ourselves and others . rose quartz brings a deep inner healing , enhancing self love , self trust , self worth and self confidence . it can be used to attract love into your life and maintain happy loving relationships . healing : strengthens the heart and circulatory system , releases impurities , aids in healing chest and respiratory problems , increases fertility . chakras : heart