From Russia with X. I am sick and tired of this incredibly irritating cliche. Jesus, it seems that everyone and their mother, including people who call themselves journalists, jump at the chance to use this cheesy line for an “original yet familiar” title for their article/video/blog entry.
A quick google search reveals a few insidious examples:
- From Russia With Appeal (Chicago Sun-Times)
- From Russia With Loathing (New York Times!)
- From Russia With Hate (Current TV)
- From Russia With Luck, A Memoir (who cares)
- From Russia With WiMax
- From Russia With Blog
the list goes on.
Yes, I know there was a book and a Bond movie. Let’s leave it at that.
I mean, by using this cliche, you’re basically coming out and saying that you couldn’t think of anything creative on your own, and decided to just use one word to describe everything you stand for.
Quit it already. Seriously, It’s godawful!
