Writing Cures the Mind

     So it always seems like a little good writing clears the mind, especially when things are getting stressful. This is a cheerful time of year, but also when things get tight financially and everything is hectic. There are some good films out there which is nice, but there are also some bad ones too. Tomorrow marks the release of The Rise of The Planet of the Apes on DVD. I have been interested in seeing it because of reviews and it seemed to contrast prior films. The new Sherlock Holmes film comes out this weekend and I am really excited about that one. Robert Downey Jr was originally supposed to play the role that Daniel Craig played in Cowboys and Aliens so he could be reunited with his Iron Man director, Jon Favreau. However, he ended up dropping out to focus on Sherlock Holmes because it was placed on the fast track after the success of the first one. Film as you can see is a very interesting topic because things are constantly changing and it makes it interesting to watch and follow.
     Now on to TV. Tonight marked the return of Fear Factor, and it did not disappoint. It was great to have it back on TV. The stunts were crazy, and the pairings we're also interesting. The first episode were family pairings, while in the second episode, it was pairings of exes. That was funny to watch, but also uncomfortable at points. One couple even talked a reconciliation and marriage. So based on this tidbit of information it was easy to say that it was a great comeback.
   
Here are a few poems I wrote, one is old, one is a response to the old one, and the other one I wrote recently:


Love-
Love is a feeling I've never experienced, but have always desired.
Sometimes I put too much pressure on myself to find the one while other times I think I know the one.
It sucks to see the one you want in her own love, but maybe its just not meant to be.
No one really knows exactly what love is, but everyone can explain those same feelings:
Jitters before every date, willing to drop everything for them, and do anything in reach to see them smile.
It's great to see love.
And one day my day will come.
Drop the pressure, it only hurts.
There is no deadline to find it.
It's happens when it happens.
I only wish that after so long, I have the look in my eye for my love that I see in my parents eyes for each other.
Love is word that may be hard to say, but easy to feel.
Let someone in and you'll be walking on water.
Love has everything to do with everything.

Love In Perspective- Dedicated to Ashley
Love is a feeling I finally know.
It is a feeling I love to show.
I see the look in her eyes,
as my parents see in each others eyes.
Now the challenge is the time,
because time will tell.
Is love forever?
I believe it should be.
I love you, I love you.
Always know that.
Love in perspective.

String of Thoughts-
Rain is a good thing,
Rain is a sad thing,
While things go up, they will eventually come down,
Life is built this way
Persevere with love and all will prevail.
Look for honesty because it can be hard to find,
sometime its in front of you, but its not sincere,
While other times it is all you see.
Show me a way and let me see.
Because that is how it should be.

Well I hope you enjoyed, good night and good luck.

Remakes

So today's post comes a lot out of anger for film remakes. In some cases, such The Longest Yard, they work, but in other cases, such as Psycho. In some cases, I like the reboot of films like Christopher Nolan's Batman franchise. However, day after day I am reading stories about how a new film, especially from the 80s is being remade. The newest film I heard talk of a remake is the 80s cult classic remake of Sam Raimi's Evil Dead films. I am so disappointed of the news of this because these films were made famous for using unique effects and poor and cheesy acting from lead actor Bruce Campbell. TV series have also made attempts at remakes of TV shows that were classics of the past. Hawaii-Five-O has had success since its relaunch while Charlies Angels last a few shows. A show that is being remade now is The Munsters. Again I find myself extremely disappointed. That show was a classic. When will executives learn that certain films and shows should be left untouched. Has Hollywood run out of a good story? It would seem that way. Times are changing, so let the stories change with it, but please no more middle eastern and war based films because they have run their course in the last decade. Kathryn Bigelow, director of The Hurt Locker, was actually in the process of writing an Osama bin Laden film where Navy Seals hunted down the terrorist king, but failed. However, since the capture and killing of bin Laden, she re-wrote the script to have the ending fit to match reality. In my opinion this is an original story, and was pleased to hear about it. It made me happier to know that she re-wrote the ending to match reality. This is where I hope the trend will begin. Let's get away from remaking classics and ruining them. Others may feel different, but its like the old saying, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. That's my rant for the day. So goodnight and good luck.

Car Ride

Do you ever find yourself driving in a car just cranking every classic and favorite song from your past? That's what I did this past weekend. I can't listen to any Mumford and Sons song without having flashbacks of last year, or Jack Johnson's CD In Between Dreams without being taken back to Junior year of high school and wrestling. I love listening to the songs of old and remembering some interesting and fun times. My favorite old pop song that really takes me back is BBmak's "Back Here." If someone were in my car they would have probably heard a tone deaf or off pitch me singing it at as loud as I could. Other times in the car I create playlists for the mood, such as a Scrubs playlist which is a compilation of many songs that were on the show with plenty coming from Joshua Radin who got his break on the show with help from lead actor, Zach Braff. Radin is also good friends with the actor. I remember driving this past weekend thinking that I knew I wanted to write a post about this topic because I know I'm not the only one who does this, or maybe I am. I really am just speculating. Zach Braff brings to me to my next topic. Has anyone seen the High Cost of Living because I really want to, but haven't had the opportunity too. It stars Zach Braff and I hear he gives a wonderful performance. I am a huge fan of Zach Braff though from his days as J.D. on Scrubs as he was Vanilla Bear and Donald Faison was Turk or Chocolate Bear. Scrubs truly is an amazing show that honestly everyone should like for its classic commentary on old and current film and TV history with it's 100th episode done according to the Wizard of Oz. I am sorry, I am ranting about the show mostly because its on in the background as well the Zach Braff connnection. Well I will let this be for the night and say, Good night and good luck. (Thanks again Edward Murrow.)

Thanksgiving!!!

So Turkey Day 2011 finally arrives with movies and shopping in high demand come black Friday. The Muppets and Happy Feet Two battle for the top spot among children's movies, while Twilight: Breaking Dawn leads all films in general, already known to have won this holiday. I see this as a trend that will continue for another week or two since MTV considers the film one that must be seen twice at least by Breaking Dawn fans. (Which I thank my beautiful girlfriend Ashley for providing me with.) So we will see how my prediction turns out. I am very excited to head out in an hour or so to partake in the black Friday festivites hoping to cash in on big deals. Just passing by Best Buy five hours ago there was already a large line. It's amazing to see how people go crazy this time of the year to get great deals. On the athletic side of things, the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys prevailed with wins while the Harbaugh Bowl is still ongoing. The main festivities of the day, eating, was absolutely amazing, which I basically ate myself into a coma. Hopefully everyone else's was the same because nobody should lack in the amazing food department. Well black Friday awaits. Good night, and Good Luck.

A new post FINALLY Arrives!!!

So it has been about a year since I last posted an entry and I have to be honest, I never knew whether or not I would continue doing it. However, I realized I missed it, and it there was an emptiness in a part of my brain that was left for my creativeness and writing for the world to see. I have this new drive to write and motivate others and to elaborate and review films which was the original intent of the blog. Hopefully I catch the eye of someone famous who can jump start my career otherwise this can be used as recreational reading for friends and random readers. A year in review in one sentence: It was fast as hell, but an enjoyable ride with ups and downs. A ride called life. Cliche, but who cares. To be honest, I had an epiphany today, which brought a realization to write, write, and write some more, as well an idea for a film which I am excited about, I will keep you updated about that. Recently films I have seen are Bridesmaids and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1. Both may not be the most critic approved films, but ones that are enjoyed by a variety of people. Not going to lie, Bridesmaids was a bit of a disappointment.There was too much hype behind the film, and the comic style didn't match what was seen in the trailers. That is why the art of the trailer can ruin many films these days. Breaking Dawn on the other hand surprisingly lived up to my personal hype. It is sad to admit, but the first Twilight film is where I knew I wanted to be a director and writer. So the saga has some relevance and interest to myself. New Moon sucked and Eclipse was a tad better, but I saw Breaking Dawn as the rebound. That's my opinion and I'm sticking to it. Well, I think this is a good start to the new future of the blog, keep looking out for more. From now on, I am going to end on the words of a news broadcast legend, Edward R. Murrow, Good Night, and Good Luck.

Crazy I'm Back...

It seems like ages since I last wrote an entry, but I think it's about time I dust off this blog. A lot has happened in since I last wrote. Dexter season 5 came to an end and it was awesome. The Vikings did terrible, and Brett Favre's iron man streak came to an end at 297. The Wild are fighting in the hunt to capture the 8th seed in the Western Conference. The Twins traded away JJ Hardy and signed the Japanese batting champ. First semester came to a close and one week of second semester has already passed. I am extremely happy in life because things have finally gone my way. I am motivated again, and me writing about this makes it all that more exciting. I even wrote another poem. I hope to continue to write more posts, but I will conclude this one by saying what I normally do... I think. So long and goodnight (that is new), may your dreams come true.

Love and Film
I cannot put into words what I feel.
This feeling is like a wonderful disease,
which that pairing seems like an oxymoron, but it's the truth.
Your name pops up and it makes me smile.
Could I finally begin to know what love is?
The sky is the limit, as is our future.
Words are just words that I cannot think to say, but I know I feel.
A way to describe it is how Truffaut felt about film, and that is how I feel about you.
And I aim everyday to feel that way over and over as though its one big Oscar-winning film.

Titanic and Dexter

So last night I decided to watch Titanic after someone recently told me that they watched it. It had been a while since I had it I had to admit that it was about I watch it again. This was the last film James Cameron had done before Avatar. And it's crazy he had back to back billion dollar grossing films. In my personal opinion, Titanic was the better of two. Avatar's special effects and animation were surreal, but the plot was too recycled. So I am not looking forward to the two upcoming sequels of Avatar in the works. Anyways, back to the point of business, Titanic. This was the film that changed the use of CGI animation and enhanced the special effect spectrum. Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet did a fantastic job, as well as Kathy Bates as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown." This tragic event in history was portrayed in a very real manner with the infusion of love affair that bloomed between Jack and Rose. This film is just phenomenal and upon last nights viewing I had to place it in my top 10, with Inception being the only other film I know for a fact is in my Top 10. The camera work and the overall re-creation of the Titanic is just amazing. The re-enactment of the ship going down was incredible. I cannot forget the musical score, which helped lead the emotional feelings risen in the film. I just love this film, and if it has been awhile for you since the last time you watched it, set aside 3 hours and watch it soon. Now on to last nights episode of Dexter. It was phenomenal. The acting by Michael C. Hall was amazing as Dexter continued to deal with realities of his loss, as well as a confidant who helps Lumen through her issues. Deb on the other hand had to deal with other issues with her job and love affair. I think this was probably Jennifer Carpenter's best acting episode of the series. I just urge anyone who has not seen the show to watch it. It is so addicting, and you find it odd that you're rooting for a serial killer. I don't want to spoil the show, so I will just conclude by saying the writing, along with the acting of Michael C. Hall above others, is what creates the show. Well I think that's enough rambling on ,so so long to all, may your dreams come true.