6/30/2014 YOU'VE GOT MAIL
So I'm really into this show...The Office which happens to have Mindy Kaling in it... and Mindy Kaling happens to have her own show, The Mindy Project. Long story short, I just happened to watch the entire series throughout the course of yesterday and happened to be a little obsessed with Mindy Lahiri (Kaling) and Danny Castellano (Chris Messina) who happens to have a bit role in You've Got Mail, which also happens to be one of Mindy Kaling's favorite movies. Plus, it has Tom Hanks in it...so, I mean, he's pretty much a male Meryl Streep...the man can do no wrong.
With that little anecdote out of the way, I better start in on the movie. I completely agree with what Joe said about Starbucks. I always order a hot chocolate to keep it simple, and point at the cup I want because I don't know the sizes. Other than that, I liked what Kathleen said about the "nothings" and the "somethings". I don't think one can truly know someone without all the nothing. Ha. Like Seinfeld, "a show about nothing." Beside the point. Anyway, I'm just saying that all the ingredients to a person are in the nothings.
I enjoyed seeing Tom Hanks on a carousel that was much to small for him. It twas amusing.
I thought it was kind of weird how they talked the emails out loud to themselves. I guess I'll have to overlook that for the sake of narration. It would be frustrating trying to read the emails without the narration and I would probably miss something because I can't read fast enough. I hate when I go to a movie and they have either a subtitle or something I have to read flash past the screen...I'm not even that slow of a reader.
Off topic.
I suppose it was a cute movie. Clever too.
Monday, June 30, 2014
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Developed a small "cult following" (Mean Girls)
6/26/2014 MEAN GIRLS
Not really understanding why this is considered "the most iconic teen movie of our millennium." Okay, I don't know if anyone actually said that, but it's pretty much how everyone acts. The part about wearing pink on Wednesdays...people act likes that's the most hysterical thing in the history of the world. Yeah, it was a good, entertaining movie, but I don't know how "iconic" it really was. I did chuckle at the "you go, Glenn Coco"...it was just so weird, kind of a "why did he even say that" kind of thing. So I'll give you that one.
I don't know why Cady had to suffer almost failing Calculus for some guy. I don't think guys mind if girls are smart. She could've found something more interesting to talk about. I don't know how many math innuendos can actually be used as pick up lines anyway.
What part did Amy Poehlar even play in the movie? It's not like she impacted the movie in the least bit. I don't know how she could be a mother (step-mother) and act that way.
Parts of the movie made me feel bad for Gretchen, but in the end... I realized that she was just one of those people who needed a clique to feel like they belong. While Regina was holding her back, I don't think she minded, as long as she felt like she could be a part of something unique. Karen on the other hand, had a good heart but was mislead. I like how she ended up...as a news caster. Did you know this was Amanda Seyfried's film debut?!
Wow. The wiki page seriously says that the film has developed a small "cult following." Can't say I disagree.
Not really understanding why this is considered "the most iconic teen movie of our millennium." Okay, I don't know if anyone actually said that, but it's pretty much how everyone acts. The part about wearing pink on Wednesdays...people act likes that's the most hysterical thing in the history of the world. Yeah, it was a good, entertaining movie, but I don't know how "iconic" it really was. I did chuckle at the "you go, Glenn Coco"...it was just so weird, kind of a "why did he even say that" kind of thing. So I'll give you that one.
I don't know why Cady had to suffer almost failing Calculus for some guy. I don't think guys mind if girls are smart. She could've found something more interesting to talk about. I don't know how many math innuendos can actually be used as pick up lines anyway.
What part did Amy Poehlar even play in the movie? It's not like she impacted the movie in the least bit. I don't know how she could be a mother (step-mother) and act that way.
Parts of the movie made me feel bad for Gretchen, but in the end... I realized that she was just one of those people who needed a clique to feel like they belong. While Regina was holding her back, I don't think she minded, as long as she felt like she could be a part of something unique. Karen on the other hand, had a good heart but was mislead. I like how she ended up...as a news caster. Did you know this was Amanda Seyfried's film debut?!
Wow. The wiki page seriously says that the film has developed a small "cult following." Can't say I disagree.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
That marriage wasn't really working out... (Close Encounters of the Third Kind)
6/25/2014 CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND
Throwback Wednesday to Close Encounters of the Third Kind made in 1977. If your into movies of the paranormal, than this is probably one of the best...although it took me like half the movie to realize what was going on. My thought process was basically "shouldn't there be subtitles"... I mean, it's good that I took French this year so I wasn't totally thrown off. I love how the mom from A Christmas Story was in it, and her son Barry was SOOO cute and, despite his age, still more talented than a majority of actors on Disney Channel today. For realzzz...
I was a little confused as to why Roy kissed Jillian when he was married with three children...I guess that marriage wasn't really working out...after the whole "showering in my clothes" incident. I would've left to...especially after he started throwing all of the shrubbery into the kitchen. Maybe it's for the best he left with those aliens (who, by the way, looked a tincy wincy bit like ET).
The whole reason I watched this movie was because I get to go to Mount Rushmore this year, which I guess is near Devils Tower. It's not really a tower exactly...more of a flat mountain or hill or something.
While I probably won't remember this movie, I am glad I saw it. It gave me a little bit of relief from last night's atrocity...Bridesmaids...'shutters'
Throwback Wednesday to Close Encounters of the Third Kind made in 1977. If your into movies of the paranormal, than this is probably one of the best...although it took me like half the movie to realize what was going on. My thought process was basically "shouldn't there be subtitles"... I mean, it's good that I took French this year so I wasn't totally thrown off. I love how the mom from A Christmas Story was in it, and her son Barry was SOOO cute and, despite his age, still more talented than a majority of actors on Disney Channel today. For realzzz...
I was a little confused as to why Roy kissed Jillian when he was married with three children...I guess that marriage wasn't really working out...after the whole "showering in my clothes" incident. I would've left to...especially after he started throwing all of the shrubbery into the kitchen. Maybe it's for the best he left with those aliens (who, by the way, looked a tincy wincy bit like ET).
The whole reason I watched this movie was because I get to go to Mount Rushmore this year, which I guess is near Devils Tower. It's not really a tower exactly...more of a flat mountain or hill or something.
While I probably won't remember this movie, I am glad I saw it. It gave me a little bit of relief from last night's atrocity...Bridesmaids...'shutters'
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Ew. (Bridesmaids)
6/24/2014 BRIDESMAIDS.
Ew. I don't get it. Why was that movie such a hit? Besides Chris O' Dowd and Ellie Kemper...I wasn't a fan of ANYTHING about this movie. I am proud to say that I am naive enough to not understand what was happening half the time and am pretty appalled after having read the wiki page. I was pretty sure I was watching the wrong movie for like an hour because it was SO not what I expected.
It was kinda cute how Annie's date's son was saying really uncomfortable things before the date they were supposed to go on before Annie found her date trying to convince his wife to get back together with him. "She's not even pretty."
I liked when Ellie Kemper asked for a "glass of alcohol." Her character was so much like Erin from The Office.
It was also humorous how the 2nd maid-of-honor's name was Helen Harris III. I don't think I have ever heard of a female being a full namesake of their mother...if that makes any sense, I don't know how else to explain it.
Okay. I admit...the puppies were cute. And Megan turned out to be not so repulsive...
Now if you'll excuse me, I'll just be trying to block what I just had to endure for over two hours from my mind. Bleh.
Ew. I don't get it. Why was that movie such a hit? Besides Chris O' Dowd and Ellie Kemper...I wasn't a fan of ANYTHING about this movie. I am proud to say that I am naive enough to not understand what was happening half the time and am pretty appalled after having read the wiki page. I was pretty sure I was watching the wrong movie for like an hour because it was SO not what I expected.
It was kinda cute how Annie's date's son was saying really uncomfortable things before the date they were supposed to go on before Annie found her date trying to convince his wife to get back together with him. "She's not even pretty."
I liked when Ellie Kemper asked for a "glass of alcohol." Her character was so much like Erin from The Office.
It was also humorous how the 2nd maid-of-honor's name was Helen Harris III. I don't think I have ever heard of a female being a full namesake of their mother...if that makes any sense, I don't know how else to explain it.
Okay. I admit...the puppies were cute. And Megan turned out to be not so repulsive...
Now if you'll excuse me, I'll just be trying to block what I just had to endure for over two hours from my mind. Bleh.
Monday, June 23, 2014
Meryl Streep...Is there anything she can't do? (Mamma Mia)
6/23/2014 MAMMA MIA
The movie ends and I am left wondering why Sky proposed if he didn't want to get married...at least the wedding didn't go to waste. My, my, Meryl Streep...is there anything she can't do? IT REALLY WAS HER SINGING! I also enjoyed Colin Firth's performance. I had previously only seen him in Bridget Jones's Diary so it was refreshing to see him as someone not as high-strung. Honestly, I was kind of routing for him to be the dad. Also, I was a bit disappointed that we didn't find out who the real father was. I was betting on the fact that we would find out it was none of them. At least that would pave the road for a Mamma Mia 2! Kidding...I liked that they all agreed to share Sophie.
The singing took some getting used to, but by the end, I was dancing along with them...more like moving my head back and forth to the beat. I liked the songs "Lay All Your Love on Me", "Gimme Gimme Gimme", and "Mamma Mia." It was refreshing that no one was named Mia...they used the title more as an expression, not a person or a person's mother.
I was a little weirded-out that that young fellow was into the older lady...Tanya I think her name was. She could of been his grandmother...honestly, who's she fooling? I came to the conclusion that their is probably a lack of women on the island.
I thought it was odd how Donna was not more worn out by the jog up that hill to her daughter's (and later her own) wedding. I would probably die before reaching the top...how was she not a wet mess walking her daughter down the aisle? I guess that's Meryl Streep for ya...possibly the most talented actress of our generation...and our parents' and grandparents' generations for that matter.
The movie ends and I am left wondering why Sky proposed if he didn't want to get married...at least the wedding didn't go to waste. My, my, Meryl Streep...is there anything she can't do? IT REALLY WAS HER SINGING! I also enjoyed Colin Firth's performance. I had previously only seen him in Bridget Jones's Diary so it was refreshing to see him as someone not as high-strung. Honestly, I was kind of routing for him to be the dad. Also, I was a bit disappointed that we didn't find out who the real father was. I was betting on the fact that we would find out it was none of them. At least that would pave the road for a Mamma Mia 2! Kidding...I liked that they all agreed to share Sophie.
The singing took some getting used to, but by the end, I was dancing along with them...more like moving my head back and forth to the beat. I liked the songs "Lay All Your Love on Me", "Gimme Gimme Gimme", and "Mamma Mia." It was refreshing that no one was named Mia...they used the title more as an expression, not a person or a person's mother.
I was a little weirded-out that that young fellow was into the older lady...Tanya I think her name was. She could of been his grandmother...honestly, who's she fooling? I came to the conclusion that their is probably a lack of women on the island.
I thought it was odd how Donna was not more worn out by the jog up that hill to her daughter's (and later her own) wedding. I would probably die before reaching the top...how was she not a wet mess walking her daughter down the aisle? I guess that's Meryl Streep for ya...possibly the most talented actress of our generation...and our parents' and grandparents' generations for that matter.
Friday, June 20, 2014
Mid-Movie Frustrating Dance? (Footloose)
6/20/2014 FOOTLOOSE (2011)
I guess I decided to go with a Julianne Hough movie again tonight and I was fairly impressed. When I first read about the movie and how Bomont banned music and dancing... I was thinking "seriously, like that would ever happen". I guess in a small town with Dennis Quaid as your preacher, anything is possible. He can be fairly persuasive. However, sometimes I found myself wondering if he was buying anything that was coming out of his mouth.
Officially, the law was that "public dancing among Bomont's minors" was banned. What about the majors...ya know...the adults? I get that the law was to keep kids safe after an accident that killed five teens, but quite honestly, I have met some adults that don't necessarily make the safest or smartest decisions.
Miles Teller (ya know, Peter from Divergent, or Sutter from the Spectacular Now) was in this movie. I initially hated him...a lot. But, I couldn't help but smile at the end when he and Ren (what kind of a name is Ren, anyway) were dancing. He's alright I guess. Andie MacDowell (Four Weddings and a Funeral) was also in the movie playing the preacher's wife. Think about it: Dennis Quaid, Andie MacDowell, and Julianne Hough in the same family. I didn't understand what all the rave was about concerning MacDowell in Four Weddings and a Funeral...I didn't think she was all that great. I did enjoy her performance in this movie.
Okay. I'll be the first to admit that I didn't understand that mid-movie frustrated dancing that came from Ren. And the swinging from chains? And yet he's the one trying to convince adults to trust their teens.
At first, I thought that Ren's uncle Wesley might have been a little cold toward him. But I appreciate that Wesley didn't buy into any of the crap that the preacher was feeding him...he never doubted Ren for a second. Reverend Shaw did not see that coming, to say the least.
I guess I decided to go with a Julianne Hough movie again tonight and I was fairly impressed. When I first read about the movie and how Bomont banned music and dancing... I was thinking "seriously, like that would ever happen". I guess in a small town with Dennis Quaid as your preacher, anything is possible. He can be fairly persuasive. However, sometimes I found myself wondering if he was buying anything that was coming out of his mouth.
Officially, the law was that "public dancing among Bomont's minors" was banned. What about the majors...ya know...the adults? I get that the law was to keep kids safe after an accident that killed five teens, but quite honestly, I have met some adults that don't necessarily make the safest or smartest decisions.
Miles Teller (ya know, Peter from Divergent, or Sutter from the Spectacular Now) was in this movie. I initially hated him...a lot. But, I couldn't help but smile at the end when he and Ren (what kind of a name is Ren, anyway) were dancing. He's alright I guess. Andie MacDowell (Four Weddings and a Funeral) was also in the movie playing the preacher's wife. Think about it: Dennis Quaid, Andie MacDowell, and Julianne Hough in the same family. I didn't understand what all the rave was about concerning MacDowell in Four Weddings and a Funeral...I didn't think she was all that great. I did enjoy her performance in this movie.
Okay. I'll be the first to admit that I didn't understand that mid-movie frustrated dancing that came from Ren. And the swinging from chains? And yet he's the one trying to convince adults to trust their teens.
At first, I thought that Ren's uncle Wesley might have been a little cold toward him. But I appreciate that Wesley didn't buy into any of the crap that the preacher was feeding him...he never doubted Ren for a second. Reverend Shaw did not see that coming, to say the least.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Befriending a Ghost (Safe Haven)
I guess I'll just start off by saying that... I KNEW IT! I totally called that Jo was really the ghost of Alex's late wife. How did I know? Well, I figured it out right before she told Katie that she was "leaving", because she didn't need to be there anymore. Basically, she told Katie to take lots of pictures, or else she will always regret the moments that she didn't capture. It was then that I was like "wait...Alex likes taking pictures too...must be a town thing. What if their related. Wait. She could be his wife, it would explain why their not seen together...nooo...it couldn't be..." It explains how she was able to warn Katie through a dream about Kevin being there. And also why she kind of "set up" Katie with Alex because she could tell that Alex liked her. That was one twist that I liked, usually you can see them coming when the movie starts. This time, it took until nearly the end.
Other than that, I quite enjoyed the movie. I went from thinking Katie...Erin... was a murderer to realizing that she had a over possessive drunkard of a husband....which I guess is better than a murderer. I mean, she does end up killing him, but there were witnesses to say that it was self defense.
Who called that they were going to fall in love when it rained? The normal archetype associated with rain is that something bad will happen. In romance movies, the archetype rules are different. See, in romance movies, rain often means that someone will finally make a move, and there will probably be kissing. I was pleasantly surprised that this time, the kissing occurred after it rained. Way to break stereotype. I tell ya... every time someone goes "What?! It's not gonna rain..." you can pretty much guarantee that it will be the biggest storm that said town has seen since 1936. Why did they seek shelter from the rain under a tree? Didn't your parents ever tell you not to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm?
...I would be at least a little freaked out after realizing that I had befriended a ghost...
Other than that, I quite enjoyed the movie. I went from thinking Katie...Erin... was a murderer to realizing that she had a over possessive drunkard of a husband....which I guess is better than a murderer. I mean, she does end up killing him, but there were witnesses to say that it was self defense.
Who called that they were going to fall in love when it rained? The normal archetype associated with rain is that something bad will happen. In romance movies, the archetype rules are different. See, in romance movies, rain often means that someone will finally make a move, and there will probably be kissing. I was pleasantly surprised that this time, the kissing occurred after it rained. Way to break stereotype. I tell ya... every time someone goes "What?! It's not gonna rain..." you can pretty much guarantee that it will be the biggest storm that said town has seen since 1936. Why did they seek shelter from the rain under a tree? Didn't your parents ever tell you not to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm?
...I would be at least a little freaked out after realizing that I had befriended a ghost...
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
"She's in sales..." (Pretty Women)
6/18/2014 PRETTY WOMEN
If I had to sum up this movie in one word, I would probably use the word 'satisfying'. I think it was a perfect love story, and it ended up how I wanted it to. I think I finally found what I was looking for in a movie. Plus, George Costanza was in it so...win win. Calm down, it's not like I was a fan of his character, in fact I hated the character. Still, I believe Jason Alexander to be quite the talented actor, and I love Seinfeld.
I know Richard Gere is like 60...but he was kind of attractive, to say the least. I thought it was funny how he asked his ex-girlfriend if she spoke to his secretary more than she did to him. To this, she replied "she was one of my bridesmaids." I don't know, that made me release quite a chuckle. I feel like Edward's fear of heights was representative of his apprehension to let himself be happy...with Vivian (Julia Roberts). He said he never went out on the balcony...but after meeting Vivian, he was sitting out there, even if he wasn't that close to the edge. By the end, he had almost made his way out to the edge. Coincidentally, this was at the point in his relationship with Vivian where he was nearly ready to commit.
I loved the transformation that Vivian went through. She never lost her ways and she was almost never unsure of who she was. My favorite moment was when she turned around in her chair wearing her new black dress. This was the first time Edward had seen her...not dressed for work. Speaking of her work, I thought it was humorous how he referred to her line of work as "sales".
One of my favorite characters was the doorman. I guess I just thought it was cool how he got to see their story unfold through little moments. Barney, the hotel manager, was also quite the character. He was so nice and pleasant to Vivian, no matter how she looked.
What did he mean by "stop fidgeting"...I didn't notice any fidgeting.
In the end, Vivian's fairy tale came true. Okay, well that's not exactly true. Instead of a white horse, she had to settle for a white limousine. And she wasn't trapped in a tower...more of a low-rent apartment. Still...
If I had to sum up this movie in one word, I would probably use the word 'satisfying'. I think it was a perfect love story, and it ended up how I wanted it to. I think I finally found what I was looking for in a movie. Plus, George Costanza was in it so...win win. Calm down, it's not like I was a fan of his character, in fact I hated the character. Still, I believe Jason Alexander to be quite the talented actor, and I love Seinfeld.
I know Richard Gere is like 60...but he was kind of attractive, to say the least. I thought it was funny how he asked his ex-girlfriend if she spoke to his secretary more than she did to him. To this, she replied "she was one of my bridesmaids." I don't know, that made me release quite a chuckle. I feel like Edward's fear of heights was representative of his apprehension to let himself be happy...with Vivian (Julia Roberts). He said he never went out on the balcony...but after meeting Vivian, he was sitting out there, even if he wasn't that close to the edge. By the end, he had almost made his way out to the edge. Coincidentally, this was at the point in his relationship with Vivian where he was nearly ready to commit.
I loved the transformation that Vivian went through. She never lost her ways and she was almost never unsure of who she was. My favorite moment was when she turned around in her chair wearing her new black dress. This was the first time Edward had seen her...not dressed for work. Speaking of her work, I thought it was humorous how he referred to her line of work as "sales".
One of my favorite characters was the doorman. I guess I just thought it was cool how he got to see their story unfold through little moments. Barney, the hotel manager, was also quite the character. He was so nice and pleasant to Vivian, no matter how she looked.
What did he mean by "stop fidgeting"...I didn't notice any fidgeting.
In the end, Vivian's fairy tale came true. Okay, well that's not exactly true. Instead of a white horse, she had to settle for a white limousine. And she wasn't trapped in a tower...more of a low-rent apartment. Still...
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Meryl Streep was a plus... (It's Complicated)
6/17/2014 IT'S COMPLICATED
I hadn't even heard of this movie until I saw John Krasinski on Ellen talking about it...in case you're wondering why I chose it. Meryl Streep was a plus, as was Steve Martin. I have to confess my deep hatred for Alec Baldwin, never been a fan. I don't blame Jane (Meryl Streep) for rejecting him. I suppose I was entertained by this movie, not one of my favorites, not something I will remember for more than a week...but entertaining.
Just a few issues:
I hate Alec Baldwin
No person in their right mind would give their child their credit card. Plus, how did she pay for all those drinks later, no one carries that much cash...
Her house is big enough, why is she building on?
I don't know why any person would name a bakery "The Bakery"
Her shrink needed to make up his mind...why is she paying him?!
Now that I've got that out of my system...this movie did make me conflicted. Although I hate Baldwin, by the end of the movie, I didn't know who to route for. Adam (Steve Martin) was the obvious favorite, but when I saw how happy Jane and Jake (Baldwin) together would make their children...I didn't know how to feel. I don't blame Adam for breaking up with Jane, he doesn't need the drama...especially after his wife left him for his best friend. I guess I'm happy with the way things ended up, which coincidentally was exactly how they started.
John Krasinski once again stole the movie, for me at least. I don't know if he plays anything but a comic relief, or some kind of quirky, nervous character that kind of just tags along, in movies anyway. He does always end up playing a very important role in the outcome. Seeing him in girls pajamas, pink mind you, was an invaluable experience...I don't know if that makes sense.
I hadn't even heard of this movie until I saw John Krasinski on Ellen talking about it...in case you're wondering why I chose it. Meryl Streep was a plus, as was Steve Martin. I have to confess my deep hatred for Alec Baldwin, never been a fan. I don't blame Jane (Meryl Streep) for rejecting him. I suppose I was entertained by this movie, not one of my favorites, not something I will remember for more than a week...but entertaining.
Just a few issues:
I hate Alec Baldwin
No person in their right mind would give their child their credit card. Plus, how did she pay for all those drinks later, no one carries that much cash...
Her house is big enough, why is she building on?
I don't know why any person would name a bakery "The Bakery"
Her shrink needed to make up his mind...why is she paying him?!
Now that I've got that out of my system...this movie did make me conflicted. Although I hate Baldwin, by the end of the movie, I didn't know who to route for. Adam (Steve Martin) was the obvious favorite, but when I saw how happy Jane and Jake (Baldwin) together would make their children...I didn't know how to feel. I don't blame Adam for breaking up with Jane, he doesn't need the drama...especially after his wife left him for his best friend. I guess I'm happy with the way things ended up, which coincidentally was exactly how they started.
John Krasinski once again stole the movie, for me at least. I don't know if he plays anything but a comic relief, or some kind of quirky, nervous character that kind of just tags along, in movies anyway. He does always end up playing a very important role in the outcome. Seeing him in girls pajamas, pink mind you, was an invaluable experience...I don't know if that makes sense.
Monday, June 16, 2014
Queen Latifah? Jennifer Hudson? Alicia Keys? (The Secret Life of Bees)
6/16/2014 THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES
Ever since I read this book last summer for school, I've desperately wanted to see the movie. Let's just say that I didn't exactly picture Queen Latifah as August. While we're on the subject, I wasn't quite on point about Jennifer Hudson or Alicia Keys either...nevertheless, I did enjoy seeing them in their respective roles. Queen Latifah just looks like a person that is a good hugger. It was cool to see Jennifer Hudson acting, considering the last time I saw her on the television, I was watching American Idol...or was it that Weight Watchers commercial...either way, most singers-turned-actors (or visa versa) are horribly unconvincing. J Hudson, on the other hand, was an old pro. I have to say, I connect with Alicia Keys' character June the most. hashtag stubborn.
Did anyone else feel like Lily was whispering the entire time? Maybe it was just the accent, or a nod at the fact that Lily was constantly unsure of herself. I can't really blame her, having to live with the guilt of killing her mom in all...and stuff.
One of my favorite parts was when August was telling the story of the Black Mary. Those women were really taking in everything she said. They were all closing their eyes, saying "Mm" to every single thing she said. It's inspiring how they had something to believe in. Not entirely sure why Lily fainted, too many emotions at once or something. I wonder how the Boatwright's came to own the Mary statue.
I imagined the last fight scene to be more epic. The little tussle between Lily and T-Ray was described much differently in the book. I could actually say that about all the dramatic scenes. For instance, in the honey house, after Lily has found out the truth about her mother, I imagined the entire honey house in ruins, not just a couple jars broken. Pretty sure that's how it was in the book as well.
I was very confused as to what happened to Zach when they were at the movies...in the book, he was arrested for something totally different. After reading the Wikipedia page, it turns out he was kidnapped for sitting with Lily in the "colored" section of the theater. I don't understand how that could anger someone enough to kidnap him, but it was different times I guess.
If you're up for a feel-good movie about forgiveness and the true meaning of family, I have a feeling you're gonna like this one. If you like feel-bad movies about hatred and the true meaning of the word "stranger", then this movie may not be for you. You'd be surprised...there are always those people out there.
Ever since I read this book last summer for school, I've desperately wanted to see the movie. Let's just say that I didn't exactly picture Queen Latifah as August. While we're on the subject, I wasn't quite on point about Jennifer Hudson or Alicia Keys either...nevertheless, I did enjoy seeing them in their respective roles. Queen Latifah just looks like a person that is a good hugger. It was cool to see Jennifer Hudson acting, considering the last time I saw her on the television, I was watching American Idol...or was it that Weight Watchers commercial...either way, most singers-turned-actors (or visa versa) are horribly unconvincing. J Hudson, on the other hand, was an old pro. I have to say, I connect with Alicia Keys' character June the most. hashtag stubborn.
Did anyone else feel like Lily was whispering the entire time? Maybe it was just the accent, or a nod at the fact that Lily was constantly unsure of herself. I can't really blame her, having to live with the guilt of killing her mom in all...and stuff.
One of my favorite parts was when August was telling the story of the Black Mary. Those women were really taking in everything she said. They were all closing their eyes, saying "Mm" to every single thing she said. It's inspiring how they had something to believe in. Not entirely sure why Lily fainted, too many emotions at once or something. I wonder how the Boatwright's came to own the Mary statue.
I imagined the last fight scene to be more epic. The little tussle between Lily and T-Ray was described much differently in the book. I could actually say that about all the dramatic scenes. For instance, in the honey house, after Lily has found out the truth about her mother, I imagined the entire honey house in ruins, not just a couple jars broken. Pretty sure that's how it was in the book as well.
I was very confused as to what happened to Zach when they were at the movies...in the book, he was arrested for something totally different. After reading the Wikipedia page, it turns out he was kidnapped for sitting with Lily in the "colored" section of the theater. I don't understand how that could anger someone enough to kidnap him, but it was different times I guess.
If you're up for a feel-good movie about forgiveness and the true meaning of family, I have a feeling you're gonna like this one. If you like feel-bad movies about hatred and the true meaning of the word "stranger", then this movie may not be for you. You'd be surprised...there are always those people out there.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
I think you're gonna have to drag me...(Bridget Jones:The Edge of Reason)
6/15/2014 BRIDGET JONES: THE EDGE OF REASON
Oh Bridget...she never gets cut any slack...quite honestly, Bridget's whole life makes me uncomfortable. It's like nothing ever goes right for her, and yet, she still has a man who loves her unconditionally. Maybe I shouldn't say that, she was right when she said that Mark wasn't willing to take risks or be spontaneous for her. I don't know, I guess that even the mere fact that he is with her is a bit spontaneous. Although, you'd think that he would let her know that she were on speaker phone, or maybe not take a phone call in a meeting that important. When she called to tell him what she told him, was perhaps the most uncomfortable part of the whole movie.
Is it weird that I loved when she went to jail? Not like a "she deserved" it kind of way, more like a "it thoroughly entertained me" kind of way. I liked when she realized what she had walked out on. Here she was in a cell with women who had been beaten and abused, and Bridget is sitting there worried that Mark is to conservative.
I can't believe that I genuinely thought that Daniel Cleaver had changed for Bridget. I guess I thought that he had realized what he was missing out on (what that is...I'm not exactly sure) and wanted her back. I'm glad that woman (we later find 'her' out to be a man) walked in when she did so Bridget didn't go through the same old stuff with Daniel. That Hugh Grant tho...
It was exciting when the subject of Bridget being pregnant arose. It was humorous how in the span of waiting for the results of a pregnancy test, Mark and Bridget had resolved that a baby wasn't the best option at the moment. He wanted to send it to a preppy school and Bridget wanted it to grow up like she did, and also not to be stuck up.
I was surprised how things with Rebecca turned out...I did not expect that. I'm sure she has her reasons.
Mark Darcy: Would you step outside please?
Daniel Cleaver: I'm afraid it's not possible.
Mark Darcy: Look are you gonna step outside or do I have to drag you?
Daniel Cleaver: I think you're gonna have to drag me.
Oh Bridget...she never gets cut any slack...quite honestly, Bridget's whole life makes me uncomfortable. It's like nothing ever goes right for her, and yet, she still has a man who loves her unconditionally. Maybe I shouldn't say that, she was right when she said that Mark wasn't willing to take risks or be spontaneous for her. I don't know, I guess that even the mere fact that he is with her is a bit spontaneous. Although, you'd think that he would let her know that she were on speaker phone, or maybe not take a phone call in a meeting that important. When she called to tell him what she told him, was perhaps the most uncomfortable part of the whole movie.
Is it weird that I loved when she went to jail? Not like a "she deserved" it kind of way, more like a "it thoroughly entertained me" kind of way. I liked when she realized what she had walked out on. Here she was in a cell with women who had been beaten and abused, and Bridget is sitting there worried that Mark is to conservative.
I can't believe that I genuinely thought that Daniel Cleaver had changed for Bridget. I guess I thought that he had realized what he was missing out on (what that is...I'm not exactly sure) and wanted her back. I'm glad that woman (we later find 'her' out to be a man) walked in when she did so Bridget didn't go through the same old stuff with Daniel. That Hugh Grant tho...
It was exciting when the subject of Bridget being pregnant arose. It was humorous how in the span of waiting for the results of a pregnancy test, Mark and Bridget had resolved that a baby wasn't the best option at the moment. He wanted to send it to a preppy school and Bridget wanted it to grow up like she did, and also not to be stuck up.
I was surprised how things with Rebecca turned out...I did not expect that. I'm sure she has her reasons.
Mark Darcy: Would you step outside please?
Daniel Cleaver: I'm afraid it's not possible.
Mark Darcy: Look are you gonna step outside or do I have to drag you?
Daniel Cleaver: I think you're gonna have to drag me.
You see, this isn't the first time... (Edge of Tomorrow)
6/15/14 EDGE OF TOMORROW
There is something about movies that repeat the same day over again...ya know? I just love how the characters can have as many "do-overs" as they want in order to get it right. However, in Edge of Tomorrow, Major Cage has to kill himself after getting injured in order to reset, because if he allows himself to get a blood transfusion, his ability to reset no longer works. I thought it was funny how Sergeant Vrataski (we'll call her Rita) never hesitates in killing him in order to reset, it's almost like she enjoys it.
When Major Cage resets...does his previous reality keep going...or does everything erase and start over? I would like to think that everyone else forgets and starts over while Major Cage retains his memories. Some of my favorite parts were when he told people what they were going to say before they said it.
One thing that he often says when explaining his situation is basically that it will sound crazy, but it will become more rational if you hear him out. I think I felt a little more insane after this movie. Almost everything we do, we do because we know the future. Think about it, we brush our teeth because we know they will become discolored if we don't. We eat because we know we will starve if we don't. Even school is in preparation for our future. All throughout our lives, we are in preparation for something or another. It's funny really, when do we actually live?
Off topic. Alright. Well. Long story short, I absolutely loved this movie. The best part was the happy ending. Although Cage had already had a blood transfusion, he got to live because he absorbed more Omega blood. He gets to go back and hang with Rita all over again...under different circumstances this time.
There is something about movies that repeat the same day over again...ya know? I just love how the characters can have as many "do-overs" as they want in order to get it right. However, in Edge of Tomorrow, Major Cage has to kill himself after getting injured in order to reset, because if he allows himself to get a blood transfusion, his ability to reset no longer works. I thought it was funny how Sergeant Vrataski (we'll call her Rita) never hesitates in killing him in order to reset, it's almost like she enjoys it.
When Major Cage resets...does his previous reality keep going...or does everything erase and start over? I would like to think that everyone else forgets and starts over while Major Cage retains his memories. Some of my favorite parts were when he told people what they were going to say before they said it.
One thing that he often says when explaining his situation is basically that it will sound crazy, but it will become more rational if you hear him out. I think I felt a little more insane after this movie. Almost everything we do, we do because we know the future. Think about it, we brush our teeth because we know they will become discolored if we don't. We eat because we know we will starve if we don't. Even school is in preparation for our future. All throughout our lives, we are in preparation for something or another. It's funny really, when do we actually live?
Off topic. Alright. Well. Long story short, I absolutely loved this movie. The best part was the happy ending. Although Cage had already had a blood transfusion, he got to live because he absorbed more Omega blood. He gets to go back and hang with Rita all over again...under different circumstances this time.
Friday, June 13, 2014
A Hill's Journey Toward Mountain-hood (The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill and Came Down a Mountain)
6/13/14 THE ENGLISHMAN WHO WENT UP A HILL AND CAME DOWN A MOUNTAIN
The very idea that you can just add a few feet to a hill to make it a mountain is so simple it's almost genius. I respect this town's determination; the ability to go after what they wanted. I was quite pleased to see Pastor Jones slash the surveyors' tire in order to delay their journey. Even for the Pastor, it was vital that he see his hill turned into a mountain (little did he know that his own casket would provide a couple extra feet) In fact, the Pastor himself dumped the first bucket of dirt. Thus beginning the hill's journey toward mountain-hood.
The face that the teacher made after having nearly all of his students excused to help with the mountain was priceless, quite frankly. I guess he couldn't believe that so many people could care about something so trivial. I did feel bad when the town started tearing up the school's sports field to provide grass for the new edition to the hill...erm...mountain. I guess a village has got to do what a village has got to do.
Does anyone else think that the pleasantly plump surveyor looks like Uncle Vernon? It's not, but still.
I appreciated that his film had some romance, but that the romance by far was NOT the main focus of the movie. Just a little something on the side. The movie was about a prideful town coming together to make their hill all that they knew it could be, a mountain. I was very inspired by the shots in the movie that showed long lines of people going up and down the hill. It made me realize how large of a hill (and later mountain) it really was, and how many people were involved.
I thought it was cute when the Hugh Grant (!!!) character stated "I don't think that the word 'just' would apply to you about anything" when referring to the girls personality. He is basically saying that she is largely her own person and every aspect about her is very bold and not like another.
Even though the marvelous Hugh Grant was in this film, I do think that the guy at the train station stole the show...what, with his ridiculous excuses and incapability to find the surveyor's a train north.
The very idea that you can just add a few feet to a hill to make it a mountain is so simple it's almost genius. I respect this town's determination; the ability to go after what they wanted. I was quite pleased to see Pastor Jones slash the surveyors' tire in order to delay their journey. Even for the Pastor, it was vital that he see his hill turned into a mountain (little did he know that his own casket would provide a couple extra feet) In fact, the Pastor himself dumped the first bucket of dirt. Thus beginning the hill's journey toward mountain-hood.
The face that the teacher made after having nearly all of his students excused to help with the mountain was priceless, quite frankly. I guess he couldn't believe that so many people could care about something so trivial. I did feel bad when the town started tearing up the school's sports field to provide grass for the new edition to the hill...erm...mountain. I guess a village has got to do what a village has got to do.
Does anyone else think that the pleasantly plump surveyor looks like Uncle Vernon? It's not, but still.
I appreciated that his film had some romance, but that the romance by far was NOT the main focus of the movie. Just a little something on the side. The movie was about a prideful town coming together to make their hill all that they knew it could be, a mountain. I was very inspired by the shots in the movie that showed long lines of people going up and down the hill. It made me realize how large of a hill (and later mountain) it really was, and how many people were involved.
I thought it was cute when the Hugh Grant (!!!) character stated "I don't think that the word 'just' would apply to you about anything" when referring to the girls personality. He is basically saying that she is largely her own person and every aspect about her is very bold and not like another.
Even though the marvelous Hugh Grant was in this film, I do think that the guy at the train station stole the show...what, with his ridiculous excuses and incapability to find the surveyor's a train north.
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Prepare yourself for a celebrationapalooza of Hugh Grant (About a Boy)
6/12/2014 ABOUT A BOY
Probably my new favorite movie...no lie. The story of Will, sort of a Frankenstein in himself, learning to find companionship in others, is not one that I will soon forget. He is a loner, plain and simple, and perfectly okay that way. There were so many things that I loved about this movie...so prepare yourself. Plus, Hugh Grant was in it so...you can probably imagine the look of astonishment on my face for the 97 minutes I spent watching About a Boy. I can't get over it.
First off, Will (HUGH GRANT) holding a baby, was priceless. He looks like he had stumbled into foreign territory, and he doesn't know how to speak the native language. I love how he refers to this innocent little boy-Barney- as the "anti-Christ." So yeah...you can pretty much imagine how he feels about children. Not often does one reject the offer of being a godfather...however Will managed to do that...oh so memorably. He basically stated that their was no worse choice for the godfather of baby Imogen saying "I really am this shallow". A+ for self-awareness Will! Imogen and Barney, theses parents clearly have a knack for naming children, maybe it's just a British thing.
Later, Will becomes involved with a single-mom (lucky him) briefly...make that very briefly. Anyways, when Angie breaks up with him, you can tell that he wants to flip up the tables and have a celebrationapalooza right then and there, but can't because she's expecting him to be torn apart. After marveling at the wonders of dating single moms, Will decides to make up a child, and join SPAT (Single Parents Alone Together). Boy was Will unaware that getting involved with this group would ultimately lead to him learning to actually care about something. His attempt at "very nearly" volunteering at a homeless shelter was hysterical. He just couldn't bring himself to do it.
Long story short, Will goes on a picnic date with a single mom Suzie, who brings Marcus, a friend's son, along. With a loaf of bread his mom made, Marcus attempts to feed ducks. Poor kid can't even tear scraps off that lump of bread to feed the ducks. He ends up chucking it in the pond and killing a duck. I guess things don't work out with Suzie, but Marcus likes Will, and thinks that Will could make his depressed mother have something to live for (she has previously attempted suicide). I couldn't quite put my finger on what Fiona (Marcus' mom) looked like on her and Will's first date until Will said it himself..."some kind of Yeti costume."
Marcus eventually starts hanging out with Will, showing up at his house after school. It was delightful how, one day, Will opened the door knowing precisely what time Marcus would arrive. Although annoyed at first, Will begins to enjoy Marcus' company, and even stick up for him against bullies at school. In the end, after a couple spats (haha, see what I did there) Will and Marcus end up in each others' lives for the better
Things I love about Hugh Grant in About a Boy
His laugh
His "cool walk"
His pink hat on Christmas
The way he stuck up for Marcus and sang with him in front of the entire school <3
Probably my new favorite movie...no lie. The story of Will, sort of a Frankenstein in himself, learning to find companionship in others, is not one that I will soon forget. He is a loner, plain and simple, and perfectly okay that way. There were so many things that I loved about this movie...so prepare yourself. Plus, Hugh Grant was in it so...you can probably imagine the look of astonishment on my face for the 97 minutes I spent watching About a Boy. I can't get over it.
First off, Will (HUGH GRANT) holding a baby, was priceless. He looks like he had stumbled into foreign territory, and he doesn't know how to speak the native language. I love how he refers to this innocent little boy-Barney- as the "anti-Christ." So yeah...you can pretty much imagine how he feels about children. Not often does one reject the offer of being a godfather...however Will managed to do that...oh so memorably. He basically stated that their was no worse choice for the godfather of baby Imogen saying "I really am this shallow". A+ for self-awareness Will! Imogen and Barney, theses parents clearly have a knack for naming children, maybe it's just a British thing.
Later, Will becomes involved with a single-mom (lucky him) briefly...make that very briefly. Anyways, when Angie breaks up with him, you can tell that he wants to flip up the tables and have a celebrationapalooza right then and there, but can't because she's expecting him to be torn apart. After marveling at the wonders of dating single moms, Will decides to make up a child, and join SPAT (Single Parents Alone Together). Boy was Will unaware that getting involved with this group would ultimately lead to him learning to actually care about something. His attempt at "very nearly" volunteering at a homeless shelter was hysterical. He just couldn't bring himself to do it.
Long story short, Will goes on a picnic date with a single mom Suzie, who brings Marcus, a friend's son, along. With a loaf of bread his mom made, Marcus attempts to feed ducks. Poor kid can't even tear scraps off that lump of bread to feed the ducks. He ends up chucking it in the pond and killing a duck. I guess things don't work out with Suzie, but Marcus likes Will, and thinks that Will could make his depressed mother have something to live for (she has previously attempted suicide). I couldn't quite put my finger on what Fiona (Marcus' mom) looked like on her and Will's first date until Will said it himself..."some kind of Yeti costume."
Marcus eventually starts hanging out with Will, showing up at his house after school. It was delightful how, one day, Will opened the door knowing precisely what time Marcus would arrive. Although annoyed at first, Will begins to enjoy Marcus' company, and even stick up for him against bullies at school. In the end, after a couple spats (haha, see what I did there) Will and Marcus end up in each others' lives for the better
Things I love about Hugh Grant in About a Boy
His laugh
His "cool walk"
His pink hat on Christmas
The way he stuck up for Marcus and sang with him in front of the entire school <3
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
"Please putout Her Grace's hair" (The Duchess)
6/11/2014 THE DUCHESS
The Duchess, is an excellent movie that did a perfect job displaying that life doesn't always lead toward a "happily ever after"... sometimes just a compromise for the better. Georgiana, The Duchess of Devonshire, was shown as somewhat of a tortured soul, who couldn't follow her heart because of an image to protect. She often found herself in a situation where she had to choose the lesser of two evils.
I thought it was clever how the beginning of the movie, showing Georgiana betting on who would win a race, somewhat foreshadowed her future frequent gambling. I can't help but wonder how those men run so fast in tights. Years of practice, I guess. Shortly after, when Georgiana's mother had informed her of her engagement to the Duke, I found it tough to distinguish whether she was happy or sad about the fact that she was to marry a complete stranger. I was pleased to find out that she was excited, even though I previously saw that she had feelings for a certain Charles Grey. Rarely are the girls in these movies happy about arranged marriages.
Why the wigs? That is one concept of the past that I don't think I will ever understand. I get so distracted by the little loops at the end of them...I suppose the Duke was somewhat handsome...for someone in a wig. I guess it doesn't matter...since he's a duke and all. I found the Duke and Duchess' wedding night horribly awkward, I guess that was the point. The hasty undressing of a couple back then was quite different than that of today...longer. Also, while I do have a deep hatred for the Duke...I did chuckle a little when he plainly stated "please put out Her Grace's hair", after it had caught afire at a party.
During a dinner scene, not long after the wedding, Georgiana says something quite profound. She states that things must be "a matter of either, or", making it sound like the simplest concept, which I guess it is. Yet, it is this concept that the world struggles with even today.
"I'm sure you are full of the best intentions, Mr. Fox, but I dare say I would not spend my vote, if I had it, of course, on so vague a statement. One is either free or one is not. The concept of freedom is an absolute. After all, one cannot be moderately dead or moderately loved or moderately free. It must always remain a matter of either or."
The Duchess, is an excellent movie that did a perfect job displaying that life doesn't always lead toward a "happily ever after"... sometimes just a compromise for the better. Georgiana, The Duchess of Devonshire, was shown as somewhat of a tortured soul, who couldn't follow her heart because of an image to protect. She often found herself in a situation where she had to choose the lesser of two evils.
I thought it was clever how the beginning of the movie, showing Georgiana betting on who would win a race, somewhat foreshadowed her future frequent gambling. I can't help but wonder how those men run so fast in tights. Years of practice, I guess. Shortly after, when Georgiana's mother had informed her of her engagement to the Duke, I found it tough to distinguish whether she was happy or sad about the fact that she was to marry a complete stranger. I was pleased to find out that she was excited, even though I previously saw that she had feelings for a certain Charles Grey. Rarely are the girls in these movies happy about arranged marriages.
Why the wigs? That is one concept of the past that I don't think I will ever understand. I get so distracted by the little loops at the end of them...I suppose the Duke was somewhat handsome...for someone in a wig. I guess it doesn't matter...since he's a duke and all. I found the Duke and Duchess' wedding night horribly awkward, I guess that was the point. The hasty undressing of a couple back then was quite different than that of today...longer. Also, while I do have a deep hatred for the Duke...I did chuckle a little when he plainly stated "please put out Her Grace's hair", after it had caught afire at a party.
During a dinner scene, not long after the wedding, Georgiana says something quite profound. She states that things must be "a matter of either, or", making it sound like the simplest concept, which I guess it is. Yet, it is this concept that the world struggles with even today.
"I'm sure you are full of the best intentions, Mr. Fox, but I dare say I would not spend my vote, if I had it, of course, on so vague a statement. One is either free or one is not. The concept of freedom is an absolute. After all, one cannot be moderately dead or moderately loved or moderately free. It must always remain a matter of either or."
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
...and if he won't do it, than I want one with you... (One Day)
6/10/2014 ONE DAY
A roller coaster of a film to say the least. While I've read that others didn't like it so much, I strongly disagree. It would have been in my list of all time favorite movies HAD SHE NOT DIED. There. I've said it.
As far as the movie...I'm gonna start out with a WOOT WOOT for Anne Hathaway's one piece. It's refreshing not to see a bikini everywhere I turn...especially now that it's summer. At the beginning of the movie, Anne Hathaway's British accent made me uncomfortable. I guess that because I know she's American, it seemed unnatural. Though, as fake accents go, I thought it was pretty convincing.
I thought it was cute how Dex and Emma literally slept together the first night they really met. A year later, I was surprised to see where they had found themselves. Emma, a British server at a Mexican restaurant explaining Mexican food was one of the best things I've seen in a while.
"A tortilla is either corn or wheat, but a corn tortilla folded and filled is a taco, where as a filled wheat tortilla is a burrito. A deep fried burrito is a chimichanga. Toasted tortilla, it's a tostada, roll it, it's an enchilada."
...the way she says chimichanga.
My first impression of Dexter's mother is there is no way that young looking woman is Dexter's mother unless he was conceived when she was nine...The father on the other hand could pass for his grandfather.
I thought it was clever when Emma saw Dexter's tattoo and he explained that it meant "a perfect union of opposites." It was then that I got a big whiff of foreshadowing. Come on, I think we all knew that they would end up together. I also had a good chuckle when Dexter made the analogy about how he felt about women; "It's like I've just got out of prison all the time!"
It was sweet how when they fell asleep together while on vacation, Emma was wearing the same shirt that she wore during their first night together. This also happens with Emma's long dress, her swimsuit, and Dexter's mom's shoes. Speaking of his mother...when Dexter was at his all time low, and his dad told him that his "mother would've been...most impressed", I think we all knew that couldn't possibly be true. I do think, however, that she would be incredibly pleased with him at the end of the movie.
The wedding scene. I got really scared when I saw this scene in the middle of the movie and thought one of them had gotten married. I was relieved until I found out that Dex was, in fact, going to get married and had also gotten his future wife pregnant.
The highlight of this movie by far was the line, that I will never forget, spoken by Emma. "I want a child with the man I love...and if he won't do it than I want one with you." I'd ruin it by trying to analyze the perfection that is that quote, so I'll just leave you with that.
A roller coaster of a film to say the least. While I've read that others didn't like it so much, I strongly disagree. It would have been in my list of all time favorite movies HAD SHE NOT DIED. There. I've said it.
As far as the movie...I'm gonna start out with a WOOT WOOT for Anne Hathaway's one piece. It's refreshing not to see a bikini everywhere I turn...especially now that it's summer. At the beginning of the movie, Anne Hathaway's British accent made me uncomfortable. I guess that because I know she's American, it seemed unnatural. Though, as fake accents go, I thought it was pretty convincing.
I thought it was cute how Dex and Emma literally slept together the first night they really met. A year later, I was surprised to see where they had found themselves. Emma, a British server at a Mexican restaurant explaining Mexican food was one of the best things I've seen in a while.
"A tortilla is either corn or wheat, but a corn tortilla folded and filled is a taco, where as a filled wheat tortilla is a burrito. A deep fried burrito is a chimichanga. Toasted tortilla, it's a tostada, roll it, it's an enchilada."
...the way she says chimichanga.
My first impression of Dexter's mother is there is no way that young looking woman is Dexter's mother unless he was conceived when she was nine...The father on the other hand could pass for his grandfather.
I thought it was clever when Emma saw Dexter's tattoo and he explained that it meant "a perfect union of opposites." It was then that I got a big whiff of foreshadowing. Come on, I think we all knew that they would end up together. I also had a good chuckle when Dexter made the analogy about how he felt about women; "It's like I've just got out of prison all the time!"
It was sweet how when they fell asleep together while on vacation, Emma was wearing the same shirt that she wore during their first night together. This also happens with Emma's long dress, her swimsuit, and Dexter's mom's shoes. Speaking of his mother...when Dexter was at his all time low, and his dad told him that his "mother would've been...most impressed", I think we all knew that couldn't possibly be true. I do think, however, that she would be incredibly pleased with him at the end of the movie.
The wedding scene. I got really scared when I saw this scene in the middle of the movie and thought one of them had gotten married. I was relieved until I found out that Dex was, in fact, going to get married and had also gotten his future wife pregnant.
The highlight of this movie by far was the line, that I will never forget, spoken by Emma. "I want a child with the man I love...and if he won't do it than I want one with you." I'd ruin it by trying to analyze the perfection that is that quote, so I'll just leave you with that.
Monday, June 9, 2014
Obvious Much? (Bend it Like Beckham)
6/9/2014 BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM
"Where do you normally play?"
"In the park!"
...Jess says oh so delightfully. Moments like these are what make up this fantastic movie. I loved how Jess wasn't the stereotypical rebellious...somewhat skanky,teen female lead. As a matter of fact, neither was Jules. Another aspect that makes Jess an awesome protagonist is the fact that she was underestimated at first. When she first met Joe, the coach, he thought she was some joke who had never kicked a ball in her life. I absolutely love when people are underestimated and they prove everyone wrong. I guess that is why it is human instinct to root for the underdog.
Another thing that makes Jess my hero is the fact that she said that celebrating your culture is more important than sleeping around with boys you have no intention of marrying. Pinky must have missed out on the "good morals" gene because she was under the impression that Jess playing soccer would be even more of a disappointment than marrying someone outside the culture. I guess it doesn't matter...because Jess will probably do both. I think her parents will get over it. I mean, it was kind of adorable how Jess' dad started clapping when he watched her play.
As for the coach..."Joe" as he likes to be called. I think it is quite humorous how his name is "Joe"...in a movie with lots of pretty and unique Indian names. Whether his name is "Joe" or not, I got a little sick of hearing his sob stories. Suck. It. Up. I also think that he stared a little to long when he saw Jess in her "clubbing outfit." Obvious much? And then we have the classic balcony scene...until Jules promptly ruined it...kind of glad she did. What was with her top, though?!
There were also things about this movie that I didn't understand...at all. For instance, why did Joe make Jess run 5 laps only to forget about her? Why did he make her run in the first place? Did she miss practice or something? Also, I didn't understand why one of Jess' teammates asked "is that your mom and dad" referring to the only disapproving Indian couple in sight. WHO ELSE'S PARENTS WOULD THEY BE?! AND I was slightly confused as to why Jules' mom brought up George Michael in her distraught state. What does he have to do with soccer?
"Where do you normally play?"
"In the park!"
...Jess says oh so delightfully. Moments like these are what make up this fantastic movie. I loved how Jess wasn't the stereotypical rebellious...somewhat skanky,teen female lead. As a matter of fact, neither was Jules. Another aspect that makes Jess an awesome protagonist is the fact that she was underestimated at first. When she first met Joe, the coach, he thought she was some joke who had never kicked a ball in her life. I absolutely love when people are underestimated and they prove everyone wrong. I guess that is why it is human instinct to root for the underdog.
Another thing that makes Jess my hero is the fact that she said that celebrating your culture is more important than sleeping around with boys you have no intention of marrying. Pinky must have missed out on the "good morals" gene because she was under the impression that Jess playing soccer would be even more of a disappointment than marrying someone outside the culture. I guess it doesn't matter...because Jess will probably do both. I think her parents will get over it. I mean, it was kind of adorable how Jess' dad started clapping when he watched her play.
As for the coach..."Joe" as he likes to be called. I think it is quite humorous how his name is "Joe"...in a movie with lots of pretty and unique Indian names. Whether his name is "Joe" or not, I got a little sick of hearing his sob stories. Suck. It. Up. I also think that he stared a little to long when he saw Jess in her "clubbing outfit." Obvious much? And then we have the classic balcony scene...until Jules promptly ruined it...kind of glad she did. What was with her top, though?!
There were also things about this movie that I didn't understand...at all. For instance, why did Joe make Jess run 5 laps only to forget about her? Why did he make her run in the first place? Did she miss practice or something? Also, I didn't understand why one of Jess' teammates asked "is that your mom and dad" referring to the only disapproving Indian couple in sight. WHO ELSE'S PARENTS WOULD THEY BE?! AND I was slightly confused as to why Jules' mom brought up George Michael in her distraught state. What does he have to do with soccer?
Sunday, June 8, 2014
What do YOU think, oh wise one? (Something Borrowed)
6/8/2014 SOMETHING BORROWED
John Krasinski was the star of that movie, I don't care what anyone says. I mean, his facial expressions, quite frankly, can be matched by no other. Also, the sight of him in a pink, eight-year-old girl's bed is what my whole life's been leading toward! There ya have it...this is officially the climax of my life. It's so weird seeing him as...not Jim. Ohhmygoodness..when Darcy left her purse at the bar and Rachel was like "Her new Chanel?!" and John's character Ethan was all like "Not the new chanel..." with just the right amount of sarcasm. He said it best when he said that dudes should definitely not know that kind of stuff. To top that scene off by telling the cab driver that he (the cab driver) needed a hug was the absolute best. I mean really, is Ethan the only sensible person in the whole movie. He is 47 and one half times the man Dex could ever be.
If Dex was so infatuated with Rachel, why didn't he ask her out WHILE THEY WERE IN LAW SCHOOL. Ha. To be honest, when I saw Rachel longingly staring at the book called Torts, I thought the movie would be about her following her dream of starting a bakery. I don't know...maybe she would bake their wedding cake...and fall in love in the process. But that's beside the point; WHY DID DEX EVER PROPOSE TO DARCY?! Honestly, there were SO MANY better opportunities to get out of that relationship...unless it was one of those "she proposed to him" type deals. Plus, Dex's cardigan looks like he bought it at a charity auction supporting the world famous competitive knitting group, the "Knit-Wits". #TRUTH
Mid-movie synchronized dancing? Why yes please.
Am I the only one majorly repulsed by Marcus? I honestly doubt I'm the only one.
I thought Rachel was being stupid when she heard Dex on the phone with his mom saying "it's gonna be alright mom" before asking "was that your mom?" UGH. It's like, seriously?! What do you think, oh wise one? And when Dex sent Rachel flowers...it's all romantic until Darcy sees a bill for flowers that were sent to someone else. At the end though, I don't understand why Darcy is that upset after she just admitted that she got pregnant while engaged. Compared to what she did, Rachel's betrayal didn't seem so bad. And ya know what they say...betrayal ain't just a river in Egypt.
As the wise Dr. Phil likes to say..."if they'll do it with you, they'll do it to you." Take a lesson.
John Krasinski was the star of that movie, I don't care what anyone says. I mean, his facial expressions, quite frankly, can be matched by no other. Also, the sight of him in a pink, eight-year-old girl's bed is what my whole life's been leading toward! There ya have it...this is officially the climax of my life. It's so weird seeing him as...not Jim. Ohhmygoodness..when Darcy left her purse at the bar and Rachel was like "Her new Chanel?!" and John's character Ethan was all like "Not the new chanel..." with just the right amount of sarcasm. He said it best when he said that dudes should definitely not know that kind of stuff. To top that scene off by telling the cab driver that he (the cab driver) needed a hug was the absolute best. I mean really, is Ethan the only sensible person in the whole movie. He is 47 and one half times the man Dex could ever be.
If Dex was so infatuated with Rachel, why didn't he ask her out WHILE THEY WERE IN LAW SCHOOL. Ha. To be honest, when I saw Rachel longingly staring at the book called Torts, I thought the movie would be about her following her dream of starting a bakery. I don't know...maybe she would bake their wedding cake...and fall in love in the process. But that's beside the point; WHY DID DEX EVER PROPOSE TO DARCY?! Honestly, there were SO MANY better opportunities to get out of that relationship...unless it was one of those "she proposed to him" type deals. Plus, Dex's cardigan looks like he bought it at a charity auction supporting the world famous competitive knitting group, the "Knit-Wits". #TRUTH
Mid-movie synchronized dancing? Why yes please.
Am I the only one majorly repulsed by Marcus? I honestly doubt I'm the only one.
I thought Rachel was being stupid when she heard Dex on the phone with his mom saying "it's gonna be alright mom" before asking "was that your mom?" UGH. It's like, seriously?! What do you think, oh wise one? And when Dex sent Rachel flowers...it's all romantic until Darcy sees a bill for flowers that were sent to someone else. At the end though, I don't understand why Darcy is that upset after she just admitted that she got pregnant while engaged. Compared to what she did, Rachel's betrayal didn't seem so bad. And ya know what they say...betrayal ain't just a river in Egypt.
As the wise Dr. Phil likes to say..."if they'll do it with you, they'll do it to you." Take a lesson.
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Sincerely Overwhelmed by Daniel Cleaver (Bridget Jones's Diary)
6/7/2014 BRIDGET JONES'S DIARY
Bridget Jones's Diary is one of those movies that I always used to hear people make references to, but never really understood what they were saying because I never made the effort to watch it. It was always on my "to watch...eventually" list. I finally got around to it and man am I glad I did. While this movie is the epitome of a good, solid chick-flick, it made it's mark in the cinema world because it went about the genre with a different approach. Rarely is the protagonist, our hero, an awkward, overweight, smoker in her thirties. Somehow, the creators of this film made us fall in love with her, just as much, if not more, than any ordinary hero. Another thing that sets this film apart from the others is the fact that there are two males of interest, and oddly enough- Bridget gets her shot at both of them.
My absolute favorite part about this movie was at the beginning, around the book launch party, when Bridget finally decided to go for Daniel Cleaver (HUGH GRANT <3), and not care so much about what other people thought about her, because it was only holding her back. I love the fact that she set out to "fix" the things about herself that she didn't like and do what she set out to do. She got her boss interested in her and changed the way others perceived her at the same time... although she still maintained her awkwardness.
HUGH GRANT AT HIS PRIME. I suppose I was so overwhelmed by Daniel Cleaver that I hadn't even considered what role Mark Darcy would play until he confessed to Bridget that he liked her "just the way she [was]". I find it greatly admirable that he was willing to admit that he loves every single fault that she has. When he admitted this to her, I was kind of taken off guard because we, the viewers, hadn't really had enough time to see the spark develop between them. Even so, I think he is the right balance for her...quirkiness.
Who doesn't love a good Daniel Cleaver/Mark Darcy fight? I mean, Bridget must have been enjoying the brawl at least a little-to have these guys fight over her?
Bridget Jones's Diary is one of those movies that I always used to hear people make references to, but never really understood what they were saying because I never made the effort to watch it. It was always on my "to watch...eventually" list. I finally got around to it and man am I glad I did. While this movie is the epitome of a good, solid chick-flick, it made it's mark in the cinema world because it went about the genre with a different approach. Rarely is the protagonist, our hero, an awkward, overweight, smoker in her thirties. Somehow, the creators of this film made us fall in love with her, just as much, if not more, than any ordinary hero. Another thing that sets this film apart from the others is the fact that there are two males of interest, and oddly enough- Bridget gets her shot at both of them.
My absolute favorite part about this movie was at the beginning, around the book launch party, when Bridget finally decided to go for Daniel Cleaver (HUGH GRANT <3), and not care so much about what other people thought about her, because it was only holding her back. I love the fact that she set out to "fix" the things about herself that she didn't like and do what she set out to do. She got her boss interested in her and changed the way others perceived her at the same time... although she still maintained her awkwardness.
HUGH GRANT AT HIS PRIME. I suppose I was so overwhelmed by Daniel Cleaver that I hadn't even considered what role Mark Darcy would play until he confessed to Bridget that he liked her "just the way she [was]". I find it greatly admirable that he was willing to admit that he loves every single fault that she has. When he admitted this to her, I was kind of taken off guard because we, the viewers, hadn't really had enough time to see the spark develop between them. Even so, I think he is the right balance for her...quirkiness.
Who doesn't love a good Daniel Cleaver/Mark Darcy fight? I mean, Bridget must have been enjoying the brawl at least a little-to have these guys fight over her?
Friday, June 6, 2014
Like a walrus trying to hop back into the water... (Save the Last Dance)
6/6/2014 SAVE THE LAST DANCE
How to begin...let's see... I definitely enjoyed the move, don't know if I would see it again, but it was good, entertaining to say the least. It kept my attention and didn't seem to drag on, so I suppose it was successful in those fields. Criticisms? To start, the fact that she called her father Roy confused me to no end. Towards the close of the movie when he was explaining how he had failed her as a FATHER, things finally clicked for me. Other than that, I thought that Sarah's first attempt at hip-hop was similar to a walrus trying to hop back into the water. I guess you could say I am pretty neutral when it comes to this movie, in other words...decent, but nothin' to write home about.
Derek's dance pants that he wore when we first saw him at STEPPS were fantastical...I mean "slammin'." It was also slammin' when Derek was telling Sarah about his hopes and dreams and how he wanted to be a doctor for children because he "liked kids" and Sarah was all "Do you have any?" and he was all "NO. :| Do you?!" The look on his face was indescribable, like a cross between "what the heck?!" and "who do you think you are?" with a dash of "are you for real?!" Hahaha. Slammin' indeed.
ALSO, when Sarah and Derek are at Sarah's place and she shows him her "bed" and then mentions that her dad won't be home all night, I think we all knew where that was going. And if you didn't get the hint concerning what was about to happen between them, the twinkle in Derek's eye should've tipped you off.
I thought it was clever how every time we observed Sarah practicing ballet there was hip-hop music playing in the background. I just knew that she was gonna do some sort of ballet-hip-hop mix choreography for the Julliard audition, which is pretty much what sealed the deal for her. Heck, I wouldn't be surprised if one of the judge's comment cards said "slammin'"
How to begin...let's see... I definitely enjoyed the move, don't know if I would see it again, but it was good, entertaining to say the least. It kept my attention and didn't seem to drag on, so I suppose it was successful in those fields. Criticisms? To start, the fact that she called her father Roy confused me to no end. Towards the close of the movie when he was explaining how he had failed her as a FATHER, things finally clicked for me. Other than that, I thought that Sarah's first attempt at hip-hop was similar to a walrus trying to hop back into the water. I guess you could say I am pretty neutral when it comes to this movie, in other words...decent, but nothin' to write home about.
Derek's dance pants that he wore when we first saw him at STEPPS were fantastical...I mean "slammin'." It was also slammin' when Derek was telling Sarah about his hopes and dreams and how he wanted to be a doctor for children because he "liked kids" and Sarah was all "Do you have any?" and he was all "NO. :| Do you?!" The look on his face was indescribable, like a cross between "what the heck?!" and "who do you think you are?" with a dash of "are you for real?!" Hahaha. Slammin' indeed.
ALSO, when Sarah and Derek are at Sarah's place and she shows him her "bed" and then mentions that her dad won't be home all night, I think we all knew where that was going. And if you didn't get the hint concerning what was about to happen between them, the twinkle in Derek's eye should've tipped you off.
I thought it was clever how every time we observed Sarah practicing ballet there was hip-hop music playing in the background. I just knew that she was gonna do some sort of ballet-hip-hop mix choreography for the Julliard audition, which is pretty much what sealed the deal for her. Heck, I wouldn't be surprised if one of the judge's comment cards said "slammin'"
Thursday, June 5, 2014
Nothing short of iconic... (Dirty Dancing)
6/6/2014 DIRTY DANCING
I don't know what I was expecting from a movie entitled "Dirty Dancing". Patrick Swayze said it best when he stated "sometimes in this world you see things you don't want to see". By the first scene in the Dirty Dancing club (?) I was left shocked that this was the kind of thing my parents watched. But that's beside the point. The awkwardness of Baby's first attempt to dance dirtily was priceless, although she soon got the hang of it.
Basically, my mindset for half of the movie was "IS THAT NEWMAN FROM SEINFELD?!?!" I'm pretty sure it was. Other than that, I suppose the movie was touching and definitely a definitive movie of the 80s. I'm beginning to understand why it's a classic and I also have to admit that the lift scene at the end is nothing short of iconic. I enjoyed the little detail around the middle of the movie (before they discovered that Penny's operation had been botched) when Johnny opened the door of the car for Baby. Just little things like that are what I appreciate.
I think it is very appropriate that Jennifer Grey participated in (and won!!!) Dancing With the Stars. She really did live the part. She basically described it as revisiting a former passion of hers, or at least something that made her happy.
...Alright, so I guess the movie wasn't THAT bad. While it was a little unbelievable that all of that drama took place in the span of three weeks, I will suspend my disbelief for the sake of the story, heartwarming as it was.
I don't know what I was expecting from a movie entitled "Dirty Dancing". Patrick Swayze said it best when he stated "sometimes in this world you see things you don't want to see". By the first scene in the Dirty Dancing club (?) I was left shocked that this was the kind of thing my parents watched. But that's beside the point. The awkwardness of Baby's first attempt to dance dirtily was priceless, although she soon got the hang of it.
Basically, my mindset for half of the movie was "IS THAT NEWMAN FROM SEINFELD?!?!" I'm pretty sure it was. Other than that, I suppose the movie was touching and definitely a definitive movie of the 80s. I'm beginning to understand why it's a classic and I also have to admit that the lift scene at the end is nothing short of iconic. I enjoyed the little detail around the middle of the movie (before they discovered that Penny's operation had been botched) when Johnny opened the door of the car for Baby. Just little things like that are what I appreciate.
I think it is very appropriate that Jennifer Grey participated in (and won!!!) Dancing With the Stars. She really did live the part. She basically described it as revisiting a former passion of hers, or at least something that made her happy.
...Alright, so I guess the movie wasn't THAT bad. While it was a little unbelievable that all of that drama took place in the span of three weeks, I will suspend my disbelief for the sake of the story, heartwarming as it was.
Mr. Collins is the BOMB.COM (Pride and Prejudice)
6/5/2014 PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (2005)
Although it takes some time to understand the flow of how English was spoken back then, Pride and Prejudice is honestly a movie that never stops giving...if that makes any sense. Every time I see the movie, (not gonna lie...I've seen it around a dozen times) I gain a whole new understanding of the events that transpired. I love Mr. Bennet and his old-fashioned sarcasm. Elizabeth no doubt has inherited her humour and wit from him. I also love the relationship between Elizabeth's parents. In the movie anyway, I felt like they really loved each other even though they got on one another's nerves. I have a feeling that Mrs. Bennet was a lot like Lydia when she was younger.
Mr. Collins, one of the many suitors of Elizabeth, is the bomb.com. I read somewhere that he was described much differently be Jane Austin in the book, tall and plump or something...either way, I about lost it when he went to "make himself known" to Mr. Darcy and Darcy about whacks him in the face with his elbow. So. Short. I was cracking up when he presented Elizabeth with a flower shortly before proposing...it was practically a weed, or something he found growing between the cracks in the road.
One of my absolute favorite Elizabeth/Darcy moments was shortly after they first met. Long story short, he called her "barely tolerable" and she called him out on it.
Although it takes some time to understand the flow of how English was spoken back then, Pride and Prejudice is honestly a movie that never stops giving...if that makes any sense. Every time I see the movie, (not gonna lie...I've seen it around a dozen times) I gain a whole new understanding of the events that transpired. I love Mr. Bennet and his old-fashioned sarcasm. Elizabeth no doubt has inherited her humour and wit from him. I also love the relationship between Elizabeth's parents. In the movie anyway, I felt like they really loved each other even though they got on one another's nerves. I have a feeling that Mrs. Bennet was a lot like Lydia when she was younger.
Mr. Collins, one of the many suitors of Elizabeth, is the bomb.com. I read somewhere that he was described much differently be Jane Austin in the book, tall and plump or something...either way, I about lost it when he went to "make himself known" to Mr. Darcy and Darcy about whacks him in the face with his elbow. So. Short. I was cracking up when he presented Elizabeth with a flower shortly before proposing...it was practically a weed, or something he found growing between the cracks in the road.
One of my absolute favorite Elizabeth/Darcy moments was shortly after they first met. Long story short, he called her "barely tolerable" and she called him out on it.
Elizabeth Bennet: And that put paid to it. I wonder who first discovered the power of poetry in driving away love?
Mr. Darcy: I thought that poetry was the food of love.
Elizabeth Bennet: Of a fine stout love, it may. But if it is only a vague inclination I'm convinced one poor sonnet will kill it stone dead
Mr. Darcy: So what do you recommend to encourage affection?
Elizabeth Bennet: Dancing. Even if one's partner is barely tolerable.
She then proceeds to walk away leaving him stunned and probably a little bit (...or a lotta bit) embarrassed.
I also love the end, after Mr. Darcy has prevented eternal shame upon the Bennet family by paying for the marriage of Lydia and aiding Mr. Bingley in proposing to Jane, when he runs into Elizabeth while they are both conveniently roaming the fields early in the morning.
Mr. Darcy: You must know... surely, you must know it was all for you. You are too generous to trifle with me. I believe you spoke with my aunt last night, and it has taught me to hope as I'd scarcely allowed myself before. If your feelings are still what they were last April, tell me so at once. My affections and wishes have not changed, but one word from you will silence me forever. If, however, your feelings have changed, I will have to tell you: you have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you. I never wish to be parted from you from this day on.
While I could easily go on for 47 and one half days about this movie, I will save us both some time and just leave you with the very brief highlights. hashtag yourwelcome
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Wow. Things have escalated quickly. (A Walk to Remember)
6/4/2014
A WALK TO REMEMBER
Gosh
darn that Nicholas Sparks...sure knows how to tug at the ol' heart
strings. However, let the record show that I DID NOT CRY...depending
on your definition of "cry".
The
movie starts, about 10 seconds in, I'm left wondering whether I'm
watching the right movie because the beginning, quite frankly, didn't
exactly seem like the traditional Sparks romance. But hey, who
doesn't love the classic "bad boy falls for good girl"
story line? Before I go any further, I just have to note that I was
NOT expecting a voice like that to come out of Mandy Moore. I was
fairly convinced that it wasn't actually her singing, but upon
further investigation, I discovered that it was indeed.
I
thought it was really sweet when Landon defended Jamie after the whole “flier” incident. It definitely showed maturity on his part, and
I was quite pleased that a fight scene didn't break out then and
there. However, I was fairly taken aback when the Landon character
suddenly told Jamie that he loved her...kind of a "wow. things
have escalated quickly" reaction. I then realized that the movie
was barely 100 minutes, and that they had to squeeze the "I love
you's" in somewhere. By this point in the movie, I was still
under the impression that she needed to develop a personality, which
she later did much to my delight.
As in
all cases, the movie would have been infinity to the tenth power
better if SHE HAD NOT DIED. What is this fad with killing off main
characters? Heck, it would have been a better ending if the comet had
crashed into the earth and killed all forms of life. At least they
could be together... I suppose you could argue that Landon "grew"
by the death of Jamie, and while he might have, it didn't make for a
very pleasing ending. So there...that's my take.
Alan Rickman's Voice(: (Sense and Sensibility)
6/4/14 SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
Sense and Sensibility is probably my favorite movie right behind the third Die Hard (<3!) I love all chick flicks in which it takes MORE than five seconds for the female to go to bed with someone. Maybe I'm just a sucker for politeness. Either way, this movie had Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, HUGH GRANT, and Alan Rickman in it, so basically there was no reason for me not to watch it. I wish Alan Rickman could narrate my life, he could make is sound way more awesome than it actually is. Although, every time I see his face, the only thing I hear is "Turn to page three hundred and ninety four." Haha...hashtag throwback...
My very favorite part was the conversation between Emma Thompson and Hugh Grant on the location of the Nile...ya know...which is apparently in Belgium. I also loved how awkward it was when Edward Ferrars came to see (or to profess his love to) Elinor Dashwood, but then realized that Lucy Steele, his current fiancee was also present. One of the classic "facepalm" moments.
It's not that I'm obsessed with Hugh Grant...It's just that.. "I greatly esteem him" and "like him" very much (to say the least). It was priceless when Elinor used these phrases to describe her feelings for Edward to Marianne and Marianne was not about to buy the bullcrap Elinor was selling her. As far as Marianne and Willoughby? I think they both got what was coming to them. How on earth did Marianne NOT realize that Alan Rickm- I mean Colonel Brandon was a way better voice for her Shakespeare sonnets. Who cares if he's likely twenty years her senior? Quite frankly, it was adorable how shaken up the Colonel was when Marianne was ill, and how pleased he seemed when she thanked him for bringing her mother to her.
Did anyone else find the crying at the end by Elinor a little...unsettling? Maybe it's just me. By no means was it a "wail" and I understand why she broke down after holding all those emotions in for so long but...could she have not masked it a little better? As far as I'm concerned she's lucky Edward didn't waltz out the door right then and there. Okay, maybe a bit of an exaggeration, but still.
Sense and Sensibility is probably my favorite movie right behind the third Die Hard (<3!) I love all chick flicks in which it takes MORE than five seconds for the female to go to bed with someone. Maybe I'm just a sucker for politeness. Either way, this movie had Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, HUGH GRANT, and Alan Rickman in it, so basically there was no reason for me not to watch it. I wish Alan Rickman could narrate my life, he could make is sound way more awesome than it actually is. Although, every time I see his face, the only thing I hear is "Turn to page three hundred and ninety four." Haha...hashtag throwback...
My very favorite part was the conversation between Emma Thompson and Hugh Grant on the location of the Nile...ya know...which is apparently in Belgium. I also loved how awkward it was when Edward Ferrars came to see (or to profess his love to) Elinor Dashwood, but then realized that Lucy Steele, his current fiancee was also present. One of the classic "facepalm" moments.
It's not that I'm obsessed with Hugh Grant...It's just that.. "I greatly esteem him" and "like him" very much (to say the least). It was priceless when Elinor used these phrases to describe her feelings for Edward to Marianne and Marianne was not about to buy the bullcrap Elinor was selling her. As far as Marianne and Willoughby? I think they both got what was coming to them. How on earth did Marianne NOT realize that Alan Rickm- I mean Colonel Brandon was a way better voice for her Shakespeare sonnets. Who cares if he's likely twenty years her senior? Quite frankly, it was adorable how shaken up the Colonel was when Marianne was ill, and how pleased he seemed when she thanked him for bringing her mother to her.
Did anyone else find the crying at the end by Elinor a little...unsettling? Maybe it's just me. By no means was it a "wail" and I understand why she broke down after holding all those emotions in for so long but...could she have not masked it a little better? As far as I'm concerned she's lucky Edward didn't waltz out the door right then and there. Okay, maybe a bit of an exaggeration, but still.
The Last Brownie (Notting Hill)
6/4/2014 NOTTING HILL
I never had one of those celebrity crushes until I started watching Hugh Grant movies. Not like "current" Hugh Grant...more like Bridget Jones-era Hugh Grant...if that makes any sense. But that's beside the point. I've recently watched the movie Notting Hill...which is basically only called that because that is the setting of the story. I think it is supposed to be near London since that is where the Julia Robert's character Anna Scott was temporarily staying.
The movie? It was a lot better than I expected it to be, although I was thoroughly disturbed by Hugh Grant's "flatmate". Part of me thinks that that was the whole point of the character in the first place. As love stories go, I appreciated that this one was unique from the others. I mean it's not like the whole "movie-star falls for regular person" idea is all that different, but the way the story was told was just that. Although I don't understand what kind of person would ever open a book store that solely sells travel books, I liked how Will and Anna met, it's definitely not a stereotypical "love at first site" kind of thing, at least not for Will anyway. I am not ashamed to say that I have absolutely not idea what Anna Scott was thinking or why she was even in a travel bookstore to start with. Just browsing I suppose.
I guess you could say that she got more than just a travel book to Turkey (I think?!) when she entered that store. I thought Will's sister's birthday party was a really sweet scene, but I think that the lady in the wheel chair should have gotten the last brownie because her story was far more tragic than that of Will. I also fail to understand how Anna Scott could deny Will (HUGH FREAKING GRANT) in order to stay with Jeff King (Alec Baldwin). It's just one of those things I guess. Either way, Will and Anna do end up stuck with each other in the end, and apparently expecting.
:)
I never had one of those celebrity crushes until I started watching Hugh Grant movies. Not like "current" Hugh Grant...more like Bridget Jones-era Hugh Grant...if that makes any sense. But that's beside the point. I've recently watched the movie Notting Hill...which is basically only called that because that is the setting of the story. I think it is supposed to be near London since that is where the Julia Robert's character Anna Scott was temporarily staying.
The movie? It was a lot better than I expected it to be, although I was thoroughly disturbed by Hugh Grant's "flatmate". Part of me thinks that that was the whole point of the character in the first place. As love stories go, I appreciated that this one was unique from the others. I mean it's not like the whole "movie-star falls for regular person" idea is all that different, but the way the story was told was just that. Although I don't understand what kind of person would ever open a book store that solely sells travel books, I liked how Will and Anna met, it's definitely not a stereotypical "love at first site" kind of thing, at least not for Will anyway. I am not ashamed to say that I have absolutely not idea what Anna Scott was thinking or why she was even in a travel bookstore to start with. Just browsing I suppose.
I guess you could say that she got more than just a travel book to Turkey (I think?!) when she entered that store. I thought Will's sister's birthday party was a really sweet scene, but I think that the lady in the wheel chair should have gotten the last brownie because her story was far more tragic than that of Will. I also fail to understand how Anna Scott could deny Will (HUGH FREAKING GRANT) in order to stay with Jeff King (Alec Baldwin). It's just one of those things I guess. Either way, Will and Anna do end up stuck with each other in the end, and apparently expecting.
:)
Here goes it... (Perks of Being a Wallflower)
6/4/2014 PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER
Never thought I'd be doing one of these things...but it's summer, and I'm bored so here goes it. I've decided to occupy myself by attempting to watch 41 movies by the end of summer...because that's how much free time I have...so why not, right? I also know that there is no possible way that I will remember each and every movie I watch (I like remembering things), so why not write something down? Anyways, last night I finally got around to watching Perks of Being a Wallflower. And yes, I do understand what all the hype is about.
I thoroughly enjoyed it although I do think that Emma Watson's attempt at an American accent was just that...and attempt. But "A for Effort" nonetheless. Although I liked it, the movie made me rather sad, it was all too painfully real. I mean, it's not like my best friend committed suicide or I got into a relationship with virtually no way out like Charlie. I just get what its like going to high school not knowing anyone, sitting alone at lunch, etc. I've struggled with being deathly shy for sometime...I mean, I warm up to people eventually, but I just don't understand how speaking comes so naturally to people.
"I know I'm quiet... and, and I know I should speak more. But if you knew the things that were in my head most of the time, you'd know what it really meant. How, how much we're alike, and how we've been through the same things..."
I've heard the part about "accepting the love we think we deserve" quite a few times, but I didn't truly understand it until I saw the movie. I guess as humans, we sometimes think lower of ourselves than we should, and this movie really brings that to light. If we said even half the things we thought, the good things anyway, life would be vastly different. I think we'd all be pleasantly surprised at some of the things other people have to say about us...well, most of the time anyway.
Never thought I'd be doing one of these things...but it's summer, and I'm bored so here goes it. I've decided to occupy myself by attempting to watch 41 movies by the end of summer...because that's how much free time I have...so why not, right? I also know that there is no possible way that I will remember each and every movie I watch (I like remembering things), so why not write something down? Anyways, last night I finally got around to watching Perks of Being a Wallflower. And yes, I do understand what all the hype is about.
I thoroughly enjoyed it although I do think that Emma Watson's attempt at an American accent was just that...and attempt. But "A for Effort" nonetheless. Although I liked it, the movie made me rather sad, it was all too painfully real. I mean, it's not like my best friend committed suicide or I got into a relationship with virtually no way out like Charlie. I just get what its like going to high school not knowing anyone, sitting alone at lunch, etc. I've struggled with being deathly shy for sometime...I mean, I warm up to people eventually, but I just don't understand how speaking comes so naturally to people.
"I know I'm quiet... and, and I know I should speak more. But if you knew the things that were in my head most of the time, you'd know what it really meant. How, how much we're alike, and how we've been through the same things..."
I've heard the part about "accepting the love we think we deserve" quite a few times, but I didn't truly understand it until I saw the movie. I guess as humans, we sometimes think lower of ourselves than we should, and this movie really brings that to light. If we said even half the things we thought, the good things anyway, life would be vastly different. I think we'd all be pleasantly surprised at some of the things other people have to say about us...well, most of the time anyway.
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