Sentences with phrase «throws nods to»

It's a retro styled (8 and 16 bit) action platformer that throws nods to games of the past.

It's one thing to throw a nod to Ridley Scott for «The Martian» because he's been around forever and has been nominated and lost before (his best shot was 2000's «Gladiator,» but he lost to Steven Soderbergh for «Traffic»), or to Jennifer Jason Leigh for «The Hateful Eight» because she's been defiantly original for over three decades without ever being nominated for an Oscar (or an NBR award).

The first Deadpool movie made sure to throw nods to comic creators in the form of street names, and the same is done for the sequel - you'll just have to listen for it, instead of look for it this time.

Using bold colors, geometric motifs, and uneven textures of layered paint, Cuneo throws a nod to his kindergarten art experiences and celebrates the finger - painter in all of us.

Alternatively, think small If you don't want to redecorate, you can just throw a nod to the metallic trend.

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The rally featured Neal Bernard «The Roughneck» Hancock removing his shoes and throwing them at the doors of the Legislature, former federal cabinet minister Chris Alexander appearing to nod as protesters chanted «lock her up» in reference to Premier Rachel Notley, and climate change denying, anti-gay and anti-immigration messages on signs and pamphlets.

Throw in his extensive experience as a Pit Master for the Mill Creek Pub & Grill in Battleground, WA, and you can see why he got the nod to step up and show off his grilling chops (pun shamelessly intended).

You keep telling her to slow down, to make better decisions, to forget the spin move, to throw the simple 10 - foot chest pass instead of the blind 40 - foot bounce pass, and she keeps nodding her head, but 30 seconds later, there's the dang thing again!

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Even though Kosar's 2,629 passing yards in»83 exceeded by some 1,000 the yardage Marino threw for in either of his first two seasons at Pitt, if you had to choose between the two right now, you'd naturally give the nod to Marino, for no other reason than he has a head start and plays at the higher level.

With a nod to her apparent knack for everything thrown at her, Street added: «She was probably the best potato picker ever.»

I thought for sure I was going to throw up (I think my blood pressure must have dropped from the spinal or something) and I looked at the anesthetist with «that look» I suppose, because he asked me and all I could do was nod.

A nod to Addabbo would kill two birds with one stone for Cuomo, throwing a bone to both same - sex marriage supporters and his fellow Democrats in the Senate.

A third Democrat has thrown his hat into the ring in NY - 19, creating a three - way primary to land the party's nod to challenge freshman Republican Rep. Nan Hayworth.

The potential candidate for the 2016 Democratic presidential nomination gave nods to both early voting states this weekend — attending an inaugural ball thrown by Iowa Democrats on Sunday, and inviting New Hampshire's newly elected Democratic governor to his official swearing - in ceremony on Sunday.

I just adore the very subtle nod to gingham and the beautiful embroidery details, whilst I'm not at Coachella this year, I have spent the weekend at Soho Farmhouse and this made the perfect dress to throw on for a day hanging out in the sunshine.

Pair it with a crisp white button down shirt for the ultimate in classic styling, and throw on a pair of black penny loafers, a simple nod to retro and classic styling.

With a nod toward Andrei Tartovsky, whose films carry metaphysical tones and a wink toward Robert Bresson, whose minimalism includes a spare soundtrack and all - around minimalism, director Paul Schrader is unconventional enough to throw in some surprises, including one of the most resonant climaxes you're likely to see this year.

The opening scene, in which Johnny Caspar (Jon Polito) confronts Leo O'Bannon (Albert Finney) and Tom Reagan (Gabriel Byrne) is an obvious nod to the opening of The Godfather: another small, balding Italian man, asking a lethal favor of a crime boss seated behind a large desk, while throwing in a reference to people behaving like «animals.»

Perhaps it is all simply a pastiche of movies close to Blomkamp's heart such as Robocop, Ghost in the Shell with a few nods to his own best work thrown in.

Most are simply accomplished online shooters - yes, they do exist on mobile - but we've also thrown in a nod to Battlefield 1's unusual World War I setting.

AMG badges are thrown around the place, nods to its performance and heritage are evident.

The optional leather - covered sport seats of the 3 - door are quite comfortable, but we'll give the nod to the seats in the 5 - door, whose plaid pattern recalls the first GTIs of 1983... and hopefully not that old Members Only jacket your wife made you throw away just last year.

I don't have that kind of money to throw around, though, and hearing several other (well known) indie writers nod and agree that «they, too, do this» makes us poorer indies feel a bit inadequate.

The 2MP camera is a throw - away nod to having one onboard and snaps distinctly low - end pics.

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Polished stone floors are a welcome contrast to the warm sand outside, striped throws and bedding are subtly nautical touches that nod to the beachfront setting and glass - walled shower and bathtub areas make the most of the gorgeous views.

Wicker sofas, stools and side tables have relaxed natural texture, throw pillows add lively pattern and color and plenty of polished wood is a nod to the rainforests of Belize.

And thrown in to the mix is plenty of nods to the comics like Robin's constant seeking of approval, Batman's jealousy of Superman and even a reference to how often the Joker escapes from Arkham Asylum.

Gained later in the game this ability lets Dante tap into his latent demonic powers, turning his coat red and hair white in a nice nod to the original games while background colors go black and white and all enemies in the area are thrown up into the air.

There's a ton of throwback nods to old - school Shinobi goodness, including the break - your - controller difficulty of the bonus stages (tossing ninja stars at ninjas as they do ninja flips at your ninja, ninja - like), as well as the all - time classic, «bald - guys - with - pony - tails who throw some sort of boomerang thing at you.»

Most are simply accomplished online shooters - yes, they do exist on mobile - but we've also thrown in a nod to Battlefield 1's unusual World War I setting.

RETROSPECTIVE is a review of the latest news and happenings related to art by and about people of African descent, with a few nods to culture thrown in.

Read ahead for a little explanation of some confusing terms that agents tend to throw around, so that when it is discussed you can truly nod your head in agreement, or better yet — ask some questions.

I am lucky to have a gorgeous view, so I try to keep things to a minimum so I don't distract, but I have cozied up the place with kilim pillows, plush throws, and artwork that tends to nod to nature.

Antique Style Ruffled Duvet and Shams — Land of Nod Pom Pom Bedskirt and Shams — Country Curtains a couple of years ago Bunny Pillow — We made it Black and White Pillows on Bed — Target Rug — HomeGoods Chair — The Loft furniture outlet in Williamsburg Pink Tufted Poof — Land of Nod Little Girl Pillow — Land of Nod Black Velvet Pillow — HomeGoods Black and White Throw — Ikea Heart Garland — Target Tall Dresser — Joss and Main Trophy Urn — Arrows» Nest Horse Bookend — HomeGoods Mirror above Dresser — Pottery Barn close to ten years ago Standing Lamp — from a consignment shop years and years ago Drapery Panels — Ritva Panels from IKEA (96 ″) with Pom Pom trim from JoAnn's Shades — from Lowe's, they are now discontinued Bunny Desk Chair — Pottery Barn Teen Desk — Pottery Barn Kids Chandelier — Restoration Hardware Baby and Child (over seven years ago) Heart Shaped Pin Board — Target Heart Shaped Marquee Light — Target Dog Tape Dispenser — Target Silver Chest — TJMaxx with pulls from HomeGoods Little White Round Table — Target years and years ago Lamp on Table — HomeGoods Piggy Bank — Gift years ago (from Target) Books — American Girl Polka Dot Jewelry Box — Target Chest with Stuffed Animals — HomeGoods L on Desk — Michael's L on wall — Micheal's Bunny on desk — thrift shop notebooks and pencils — HomeGoods Sound of Music posters — Movie Market Metal Boxes next to desk — HomeGoods You Are My Sunshine Print — Dear Lillie (sold out) This Little Light of Mine Print — Dear Lillie