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JACK NICHOLSON: “I PUT ON A GOOD SHOW”

The Talks Inteview:

Mr. Nicholson, do you often think about dying?

Yes, these are subjects that we think about all the time but don’t necessarily talk about. Everybody has thought about if they want to be cremated, buried, or whatever.

What’s your preference?

I want a big 25-foot pink statue that holds my grave. Or I also might like the way the Indians did it. They hang you up on the top of a tree and the birds eat you. No, really I would probably choose cremating.

Are there any positive aspects of aging?

Plenty. You are more thoughtful because you don’t act as quickly anymore. When I turned 70 it was the first time I felt young for my age. Fifty dropped on me like a ton of bricks – there is something about that number – but when 70 came along I felt good about it.

What made you feel younger?

I don’t know. I mean why relate to a number anyway? I used to be very quick, I would be able to leave the room and be back before you noticed. When you can’t do that anymore you need to change the style of how you do things. But I’m very interested in life and you don’t want to lose that.

What were the highlights of your life?

The first screening of Easy Rider in Cannes, because I had been there before sneaking around. When I was sitting in the screening I realized that I was actually going to be a movie star. When I was over there I was pretty much already thinking about directing because I had been doing movies for 10 or 12 years by then. And everybody said I was good, but being known and not having a big film success is almost tougher than being completely new. It just kind of turned my life around and was definitely a highlight.

Do you ever get that same buzz now?

When they say I’m a great actor, I close my ears because it’s not good for you to think that way.

You seem pretty confident though.

Well, you know, I put on a good show.

Would you say you’re mean to people?

I’m in the movie business; it’s meant to be very cutthroat. But you won’t find anybody that ever says I cheated them or manipulated them.

Not even girls?

The girls only did that because they missed me more than they thought they would.

Are you a womanizer?

Absolutely.

Do you use your acting skills on women?

I never separate.

What do you like the most about women?

I just want them to be a person. I just started a book about how the genders are in two different conversations and it feels like this book was written specifically against me. The male character in that book is my generation and thinks that you have to be your own man, but what the women want is a whole different conversation. She wants reassurance and wants to be supported, yet feels manipulated when it happens. The idea of the book is that we are all talking different languages.

Do you like it when women take the first step?

That would be nice but it doesn’t happen to me. Women are sort of like motorcycle gangs with me. They get really shy and polite. I don’t know why.

What’s your secret?

I’m available.

Are you more of a one-night stand guy or are you more interested in relationships?

Of course I’m capable of being someone’s one-night stand, but I don’t approach it that way.

Do you have a “love of your life”?

More than one unfortunately. At 55 I said the probability is I won’t have another relationship. I just didn’t want to start another family. Between my own bizarre criteria and taste and the fact that I’m not available for many things I thought it was unlikely. Once you know the science about it, I don’t think anybody should consider being committed to a real eternal relationship until you’re through something called the infatuation circle.

How long does that take?

It’s 18 months and it hasn’t changed since the beginning of time. In the first 18 months anything can happen and you are fine with it. For a long time I thought I really loved everything about a girl and then I found out it wasn’t like that.

What about the bizarre criteria you mentioned?

I’m sure I’m something of an egoist in that sense. Who I’m attracted to is not narrow but it’s a high. I’ve also been married once. The mother of my first kid wanted to get married on a Wednesday and on Friday we were married. I always thought it counterproductive to have a policy in this area. If it is difficult to know yourself as an individual, it seems to be more complex as a couple. So if you say, “Oh I like a person who is like this and that,” you might take away the possibility of seeing the only one that might be right for you.

Do you have any regrets in your life?

Not that I can think of. I’m sure there are some, but my mind doesn’t go there. When you look at life retrospectively you rarely regret anything that you did, but you might regret things that you didn’t do.

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Maison Martin Margiela – Hotel La Masion Des Centraliens Paris, France

It seem’s all the big fashion brands are jumping on the hotel buzz. Now it’s Maison Martin Margiela’s turn. A former home to a Viennese princess, the converted townhouse is just brief stroll away from Champs Elysées.

Hotel La Maison – Champs Elysées

8, rue Jean Goujon | Map
75008 Paris France
TEL #: +33-1-40746465

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Amsterdams Blauw “The Merckx” Denim Pant

Named after Eddy Merckx, one of the world’s most talented cyclists ever, Amsterdams Blauw have created a specially constructed denim made specifically to ride in. The custom-tailored slim fit pant is made of 100% organic loom state green selvedge denim. The pockets have been reinforced with canvas taping for extra strength and the legs have been printed with special reflecting cuffs to be seen at night. Additionally the pants features a spoke wrench pocket and actual tool included with each piece. I love a garment with function.

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My latest toy! FPG MAGPUL BB Gun Folding gun

My BB Gun from Luke Norris on Vimeo.

Just picked up this awesome FPG MAGPUL BB Gun Folding gun from a store in Causeway Bay called EX.I.T. It’s gas powered and folds up into a small compact case. It seemed fitting to shoot it in a dodgy little chinese joint down the road that reminded me of something you’d find in a village in China.

— Semi-/Fully Automatic Shooting Mode
— Full Metal Slide & 2inch longer Barrel assembly
— 49rd Long Magazine with Magpul Magazine Cover

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Pound it out Obama

What a dude.

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Live at the Loft Episode 08: Full Crate and Mar

EP08 Full Crate & Mar “2U4U” from LIVE AT THE LOFT on Vimeo.

EP08 Full Crate & Mar “We’re So Broken” from LIVE AT THE LOFT on Vimeo.

EP08 Full Crate & Mar Interview from LIVE AT THE LOFT on Vimeo.

Dutchman Full Crate and Mar jamming for Live at the Loft stage. After their set the two give a bit of insight in to their background and their roots in music.

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Nike Air Presto Black/Black

Got’s to get me a pair of these!!

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Rainy days = Productive days

I’ve grown to love rainy days in Hong Kong. I’m more productive in the office, the city gets a wash and it makes the streets lined with neon lights a little brighter.

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Stussy Deluxe + Converse CX-Pro OX

The sneaker originally appeared in the early 1970s. Now it’s back with a collaboration with Stussy and Converse. Stussy Chapter stores will carry them from July 29th, 2011.

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Highsnobiety TV – Jacket Required

Jacket Required from Selectism on Vimeo.

Highsnobiety TV latest video feature is about the new London based tradeshow Jacket Required. Launching in August, the show was founded by Craig Ford, Andrew Parfitt and Mark Batista, who talk about the London fashion scene.

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The Gypsy Gentleman: Episode 1 – New York City

The Gypsy Gentleman – Episode 01: New York City from Marcus Kuhn on Vimeo.

Started by tattoo artist Marcus Kuhn, The Gypsy Gentleman is a brand new tattoo and travel magazine after 22 years working in the business, Kuhn decided to take some of the memories from his travels all over the world and find a way to express them. Since it was the first city he ever worked in, Episode 1 of the series starts off in New York City.

A fantastic guide for next time you’re in New York to see another side to the city.

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Snap!

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Red Bull Breakdancing Contest Barcelona 2011

Breakdancing will never get old for me. B-boys just seem to be getting more and more tech with their moves. “Teatre Grec hosted one of the most prestigious B-boying international events. More than 1,400 people have attended Red Bull BC One Qualifier and witnessed the victory of the Portuguese Lagaet, who has already ensured his participation in the World Final, where the best 16 B-boys in the world will compete on November 26th in Russia.”

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Tuhinternational. office in Australia

Since branching to Hong Kong. You soon realise when space is measured by square foot not square metre. Space is a luxury. Lucky for my business, as long as I have a laptop and WiFi I can pretty much work from anywhere.

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Conference of Cool: James Dean

Born Feb. 8, 1931, Marion, Indiana, U.S.—died Sept. 30, 1955 in a fatal car crash driving his Porche. An icon to the youth of the 1950s.

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Mercedes-​​Benz Fashion Week Swim: South Beach

Design­ers from around the world unveil­ing their newest col­lec­tions to buy­ers, inter­na­tional press and celebri­ties on South Beach. Great to see one of my favourite crushes Jarah Mariano.

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Travel Essentials by HYPEBEAST

Frank Liew

Jarrett Reynolds

Kevin Poon

Mike West

Taj Reid

We all have our ‘must haves’ when it comes to travelling. For me I seem to travel with more and more I.T. equipment. What started off as just a mobile phone is now an iPhone and a Blackberry, a 15 inch or 17″ MacBook Pro, my iPad, chargers, Leica ‘Safari Edition’ camera, Burton travel hoodie, tracksuit pants, Monocle notepad, magazines, two packs of cigarettes, a spare lighter, business cards, sunglasses, lip balm, passport case and Beats Headphones. All this goes into my LV carry-on wheelie.

Here’s some highlight shots from the interview. Including Taj Reid, Mike West, Kevin Poon, Jarrett Reynolds and Frank Liew.

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Jay-​​Z & Kanye West “Watch the Throne” Studio-​​Session Photos

Can’t wait for this album to drop. Here’s a few pics of the boys in the studio.

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Nike Air 180 Black White Solar Red

Still one of my favourite running shoe’s from the 90’s. Nothing beats a nice clean colour way with a few highlights. A good all round edition for all occasions.

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Dear readers…

It’s been a long wait, but I’m back on the blog grind. There’s still a few creases to iron out with the function and look of the site, but it feels like it’s got some legs to it now. If you followed my old blog at www.tuhinternational.blogspot.com you’ll start to notice I’m trying to make the new and improved site a little more personal on projects I’m working on and I hope the site can be used as a guide for travel, fashion etc. Feedback is welcome and I look forward to the future of the new tuhinternational.

Enjoy,

Luke Norris

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