Tag Archives: the wire

Things David Simon Doesn’t Like

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Scott Huffines

By Rachel Monroe (Baltimore Fishbowl, 4/12/2012) Last week, David Simon gave an interview to Jeremy Egner of the New York Times in which he discussed bloggers, Wire fans, and the problems of advertising-based TV. When the interview was published, it … Continue reading →


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David Simon apologizes for ‘amused contempt’ of ‘Wire’ fans

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Scott Huffines

By Jill Rosen (The Baltimore Sun, 4/6/2012) Fans of “The Wire” were taken aback to read that creator David Simon is sort of tired of their rah-rah, late-to-the-game enthusiasm. Simon on Thursday told the New York Times: I do have … Continue reading →


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Red Datsun “Charm City” Music Video

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Scott Huffines

Red Datsun’s “Charm City” music video is an homage to Baltimore and “The Wire.” directed by Steven E. Mallorca. Tags: the wire


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Wind-up Toys Based on The Wire

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Scott Huffines

Mister Frothee: “Finally completed! A set of five miniature wind-up characters from yet another cancelled HBO series, “The Wire”. They’re each about 2.5 inches tall, and have weird proportions due to the small motors they contain. ” View the set … Continue reading →


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David Simon: ‘The Wire’ Has Nothing To Apologize For

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Scott Huffines

Show was not a ‘smear’ but a realistic depiction, its creator says By David Simon (The Baltimore Sun, 1/24/2011) (“The Wire” creator David Simon was invited by The Sun to respond to comments made recently by Baltimore Police Commissioner Frederick … Continue reading →


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David Simon: My Nemesis

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Scott Huffines

David Simon (Stoop Storytelling Series, 4/5/2007) Click play button to listen My Nemesis: Stories About the Enemies, Bullies, and Brawls That Have Shaped Us “It’s an evening of black eyes, wounded hearts, and long-held grudges when seven storytellers get seven … Continue reading →


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