Join hosts Eva Crowe and DJ Blokzyl as they dive into the vibrant Creative Coffee Cafe community in this week's episode of Inks and Lattes. They kick things off by spotlighting the latest anthology release, "That Which Whispers," featuring a gripping tale by cafe member Drea Laj. Set in the mystical Pacific Northwest, this collection of 13 witchy stories promises to enchant and enthrall. Don’t miss Drea's story, "Home of the Abyss," where a forest witch wrestles with a vision of apocalyptic doom and the fate of a young girl.

Eva and DJ also highlight some fantastic offerings from community members, including Aster's Tiny Art, available on Ko-Fi, and Luna Wolf Wyoming Designs' stunning tumblers and mugs. Special mention goes to the exclusive Dripping Creativity tumbler, with 15% of sales supporting the Creative Coffee Cafe.

The episode then dives into an intriguing discussion on the "Devolution of CGI." Eva and DJ reminisce about the early days of CGI in films like Jurassic Park and Terminator, contrasting them with today's over-reliance on often subpar digital effects. They explore how CGI has shifted from a tool to enhance storytelling to a crutch that sometimes undermines the cinematic experience. From lazy post-production fixes to ignoring the laws of physics, they dissect why modern CGI often feels less impressive despite technological advancements.

As always, they wrap up with their weekly picks. DJ revisits "The Matrix Reloaded," praising its innovative scenes while critiquing its over-the-top CGI moments. Eva, on the other hand, brings up the infamous movie adaptation of "Cats," lamenting its poor CGI execution despite a stellar cast and beloved musical score.

Stay tuned for more creative insights and community highlights every Wednesday on Inks and Lattes! Don't forget to subscribe and join the Creative Coffee Cafe Discord Network for more amazing opportunities.

Showcases

"That Which Whispers" Anthology - Available on Amazon

Promotions

Aster's Tiny Art - Art for sale on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/mysticbedhead

Luna Wolf Wyoming Designs: Tumblers, mugs, and stemless wine tumblers: https://lunawolfwyodesigns.com/

Show Topic

The Devolution of CGI

Weekly Picks

DJ’s Pick: The Matrix Reloaded

Eva’s Pick: Cats (2019)

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Show Written by Eva Crowe & DJ DJ Blokzyl

Edited by Chris Corvan

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