Sunday, March 22, 2026

Truth!

Michael Shinafelt
At:
Cocina Vino, Silverlake, CA

Some people will tell you I'm the nicest guy in the world. While others will tell you I'm a complete a$$hole. 

Believe them both. They got the version they deserved.

Think about it, but not too much.

Have a groovy Sunday Funday!

Michael Shinafelt on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/ 

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Stranger Things: The Complete Series

News straight from WSQK The Squawk: Arrow Films - in collaboration with Netflix - has just announced that Stranger Things: The Complete Series is available to pre-order now in both Special and Deluxe editions, for both Blu-Ray™ and stunning 4K UHD, with the full box set releasing on 27 July in the UK and 28 July in the US and Canada. 


For the first time ever, every single episode of Netflix’s critically acclaimed, cultural phenomenon will be available to watch on Blu-ray™ and 4K UHD. The collection will be available through all major in-store and online retailers across all territories. 

Special and Deluxe editions of Stranger Things: The Complete Series will be available for purchase, featuring an array of exclusive bonus content, including bloopers, interviews with the cast and crew, and behind-the-scenes featurettes, designed for the ultimate Stranger Things experience. The Deluxe Edition is presented in custom packaging featuring newly commissioned artwork, alongside a wealth of extra material: a 148-page booklet, exclusive art cards, a Hellfire Club patch, double-sided posters for each season, and much more! 

“We always dreamed that Stranger Things could be owned in its entirety,” said Matt and Ross Duffer, creators of the series, “not just as a collector’s set, but as a way to preserve the show for decades to come.” 

Created by The Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things debuted in 2016 and quickly became one of Netflix’s most popular series, with Seasons 1-4 amassing over 1.2 billion views. The fifth and final season premiered in 2025 with the biggest English-language premiere week, joining Season 4 on Netflix's Most Popular List. The final season also propelled Seasons 1–4 back into the Global Top 10 for a record eight weeks and delivered Netflix’s most-watched New Year’s Day. 

Dean Lawson, Arrow Films’ Director of Sales and Marketing, commented: “Working with the Netflix team and the Duffer Brothers to bring the definitive physical media release of Stranger Things to fans has been a phenomenal project for Arrow to be a part of. The show is colossal  in influence and scale, is beloved globally, has transcended generations, and has been a huge part of the cultural conversation for nearly 10 years now. We at Arrow are thrilled to play a part in bringing this landmark show to physical media and believe we’ve created a boxset that fans will be delighted to own, packed with bonus features, curios, and memorabilia from the world of Stranger Things.” 
 
Stranger Things: The Complete Series Synopsis 
When a young boy vanishes, a small town uncovers a mystery involving secret experiments, terrifying supernatural forces and one strange little girl. 

A love letter to the ‘80s classic genre films that captivated a generation, Stranger Things is a
thrilling drama set in the seemingly normal Midwestern town of Hawkins, Indiana.    

After a boy vanishes into thin air, his close-knit group of friends and family search for answers and are pulled into a high-stakes and deadly series of events. Beneath the surface of their ordinary town lurks an extraordinary supernatural mystery, along with top-secret government experiments and a dangerous gateway that connects our world to a powerful yet sinister realm. Friendships will be tested and lives will be altered as what they discover will change Hawkins and possibly the world — forever.   
  
25-Disc Special and Deluxe Edition Contents
*Exclusive to the Deluxe Edition  
• High-Definition (1080p) Blu-ray™ / 4K (2160p) Ultra HD Blu-ray™ presentation of all forty-two episodes across five series and twenty-five discs 
• Original DTS-HD MA 5.1 surround and stereo audio for all episodes plus Dolby Atmos for Seasons 4 & 5 
• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing 
• Optional audio description tracks 
• Deluxe packaging including brand new wraparound box artwork by Juan Ramos* 
• Interviews with the cast and crew 
• Behind-the-scenes featurettes 
• Set tours 
• Bloopers 
• Palace Arcade alloy-zinc coin-token* 
• Self-adhesive Hellfire Club patch* 
• Exclusive Hellfire Club d20 dice* 
• Twenty-five artcards from all five seasons* 
• Five double-sided posters featuring original artwork by Kyle Lambert* 
• Reversible sleeves featuring brand new artwork by Juan Ramos and original artwork by Kyle Lambert* 
• Double-sided fold-out Hawkins map* 
• 148-page perfect-bound artbook including original design sketches, concept art, storyboards and new writing on the making of the series from the Duffer Brothers, Shawn Levy, Andrew Stanton, Kyle Dixon & more* 
  
Special and Deluxe Edition prices (RRPs) are as follows
  
Deluxe UHD Edition:  
US: RRP: $269.99 / Cat Code: AV824 / Barcode: 760137208846 
Deluxe Blu-ray™ Edition:   
US: RRP: $249.99 / Cat Code: AV826 / Barcode: 760137209188
Special UHD Edition:  
US: RRP: $219.99 / Cat Code: AV825 / Barcode: 760137209171 
Special Blu-ray™ Edition:   
US: RRP: $199.99 / Cat Code: AV827 / Barcode: 760137209195

Friday, March 20, 2026

Yay! It's Officially Spring!

"Sirens"
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Portia de Rossi, Elle Macpherson & Kate Fischer

Happy first day of Spring Minions! Here are the three Sirens from the 1994 film of the same name to kick it off.

You're Welcome!

Sirens on IMDb -

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111201/  

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Michael's Musings

The Bitch Is Back!
Michael Shinafelt

"I entertain by picking brains
Sell my soul by dropping namesI don't like those, my God, what's that?Oh, it's full of nasty habits when the bitch gets back(Oh-oh-oh)
I'm a bitch, I'm a bitch, oh, the bitch is backStone-cold sober, as a matter of factI can bitch, I can bitch 'cause I'm better than youIt's the way that I move, the things that I do, oh-oh-oh" - Elton John, The Bitch Is Back
I want to take everything that's supposed to be mine, that's all
Taco Bell is now the only place you can get gas for $2.49, the more you know
Where's my Oscar for acting like everything is fine??? Bueller, Bueller...
Speaking of the Oscars big props to Amy Madigan for her win portraying Aunt Gladys in Weapons, bravo!
Pleasure is a radical act, think about it, but not too much
My favorite conspiracy theory? Someday you will ache like I ache 
Heads you hit me, tails you kiss me
If life gives you lesbians make lesbianade 
Woman Crush of the Week - Demi Moore because at 63 years young she is still slaying! Seen here at the Oscars this past Sunday.
Tomorrow is the official first day of spring, boing!!!
A customized prenup was part of the Oscars gift bag this year, how thoughtful, not to mention practical
Weekends are a scam, you spend one day exhausted and the other day anxious, like WTF?!
Reminder: Even demons think you are a dick
Sorry you had a bad day you can tough my ______ if you want
Tell me what you'd like to touch here -

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Hump Day & Chill

Elizabeth Berkley & Paul Verhoeven 


"Different Places!" - Nomi Malone, Showgirls 

Not sure why this photo of Director, Paul Verhoeven adjusting Elizabeth Berkley's make-up BTS on Showgirls makes me want to Hump Day & Chill, but it does. That's the way it goes, sometimes there is no other explanation than that.

Shot by world class photographer Mary Ellen Mark this cooler than you and I will ever be black and white photo is a whole vibe.

Frankly it's the exact vibe I want to catch for this Wednesday March 18th 2026.

It's the perfect Hump Day & Chill after all...

Indeed!

Showgirls on IMDb -

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

My Lucky Charms

Michael Shinafelt



Happy St. Patrick's Day Minions! 

Let me impart you with some wisdom on this green day. 

My 2026 Motto: I refuse to argue with people who should have been swallowed. 

Think about it, but not too much...

Luck of the Irish to ya!!!

St Patrick's Day on Wikipedia -

Monday, March 16, 2026

To Infiniti & Beyond

Last night the Oscars happened and honestly it was one of the better telecasts I have seen in recent years.

Although she was not nominated for her role in One Battle After Another Chase Infiniti gets my honor of Best Dressed for the evening.

There is always one look and dress that are perfection to me every year and Chase was it.

Chase's custom lavender Louis Vuitton gown took over 750 hours to construct, yep that's a whole lotta gown Minions!

It was topped off nicely by the choice to wear her hair down rather than up.

While she missed out on a nomination she richly deserved I'm sure will be seeing more of Chase on the Oscar red carpet in the future.

Onward and upward!

Chase on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/chaseinfiniti/?hl=en