For Saturday Family Night, on Saturday night Sarah bought the new Chronicles of Narnia film; The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian is directed by Andrew Adamson, and stars Ben Barnes, William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, Skandar Keynes, Georgie Henley, Sergio Castellitto, Eddie Izzard (voice), Peter Dinklage, and Liam Neeson (voice). We’ve wanted to see this film for ages, and it was so definitely worth the wait…
This film was very entertaining, and as 23 year old I kept bursting out in laughter b/c it just has lots of fantastically humourous bits throughout the film. The lead characters had much more depth and were quite improved in their performance since the last Narnia film. Also, it had really good special effects, great locations, and wonderful plot that flowed excellently… Though, I think my favourite character in film is Eddie Izzard’s character, where he plays the voice of a sword-fighting mouse that is quite funny and feisty. Overall, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian was a brilliant film that I enjoyed a great deal, and is definitely a must see for all, especially w/ the whole family! ***FOUR STARS***
Can’t wait for next Saturday for Family Night…
Monday 24 November 2008
Monday 17 November 2008
Irish Blood, English Heart
Buggers! I just remembered that I forgot to tell you something. Late on Thursday night, on telly I watch ‘The Wind That Shakes the Barley’ directed by Ken Loach, which starred Cillian Murphy, Padraic Delaney, Orla Fitzgerald, and Liam Cunningham. I have been waning to see this film for ages, and finally was able to on Thursday night.
It’s basically about the British occupation in Ireland, and is set in during the Irish War of Independence (1919–1921) and the Irish Civil War (1922–1923). Resulting in the development of the Irish Republican Army (IRA), and consequent fight for independence from Great Britain. Now I know how the IRA started and where the conflict in Northern Ireland began.
‘The Wind That Shakes the Barley’ is a brilliant film (though just a warning, it a bit gory) that I highly enjoyed… Raw, shocking, and emotional it is, but well worth watching! It shows what a bastard the British Empire was, and the horrors/youth of war. By the end of the fill, I was like ‘shite, oh no!’ That being said, everyone should watch this film b/c it has a solid plot, fantastic acting, and Cillian Murphy’s performance yet again has such great depth (Murphy is just a superb actor). Definitely, not surprising that is won the Palme d'Or at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival. A must see… *** FOUR 1/2 STARS ***
It’s basically about the British occupation in Ireland, and is set in during the Irish War of Independence (1919–1921) and the Irish Civil War (1922–1923). Resulting in the development of the Irish Republican Army (IRA), and consequent fight for independence from Great Britain. Now I know how the IRA started and where the conflict in Northern Ireland began.
‘The Wind That Shakes the Barley’ is a brilliant film (though just a warning, it a bit gory) that I highly enjoyed… Raw, shocking, and emotional it is, but well worth watching! It shows what a bastard the British Empire was, and the horrors/youth of war. By the end of the fill, I was like ‘shite, oh no!’ That being said, everyone should watch this film b/c it has a solid plot, fantastic acting, and Cillian Murphy’s performance yet again has such great depth (Murphy is just a superb actor). Definitely, not surprising that is won the Palme d'Or at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival. A must see… *** FOUR 1/2 STARS ***
Sunday 16 November 2008
Saturday Family Night
After a much a long break for unforeseen reasons, last night we rented ‘Iron Man’ directed by Jon Favreau (not Obama’s speechwriter or related to him in any way) and that stars Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Jeff Bridges, and Terrence Howard.
Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, it is very American, fast-paced, and action-packed film. It was quite enjoyable, though I found myself rolling my eyes a few times.
‘Iron Man’ was really funny w/ serious truths within it, but I’m glad it ended up heading in the more positive direction. I don’t know what else I can say, just that it’s brilliant and that you have to watch it for a high octane of a good 2 hours, 6 minutes, which is well entertaining! *** FOUR STARS ***
Also, Mum made marinated, grilled Mackerel, chips, Yorkshire Pudding, and apple strudel w/ custard for dessert. I cannot tell you enough how bloody good it was, and what a fab cook Mum is... It was so tasty!
I just hope we can startup Saturday Family Nights again, as last night was fantastic and I want to have at least one fun day a week w/ my family...
Based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, it is very American, fast-paced, and action-packed film. It was quite enjoyable, though I found myself rolling my eyes a few times.
‘Iron Man’ was really funny w/ serious truths within it, but I’m glad it ended up heading in the more positive direction. I don’t know what else I can say, just that it’s brilliant and that you have to watch it for a high octane of a good 2 hours, 6 minutes, which is well entertaining! *** FOUR STARS ***
Also, Mum made marinated, grilled Mackerel, chips, Yorkshire Pudding, and apple strudel w/ custard for dessert. I cannot tell you enough how bloody good it was, and what a fab cook Mum is... It was so tasty!
I just hope we can startup Saturday Family Nights again, as last night was fantastic and I want to have at least one fun day a week w/ my family...
Thursday 13 November 2008
Jenna – The Best Hairstylist Ever in History! NO QUESTION…
Recently, Jenna (my one & only true hairstylist) who used to cut my hair at Paul Mitchell the School, in McLean, Virginia to my surprise got in touch w/ me.
HURRAH, I thought I’d lost her forever! It’s brilliant…
Jenna, it’s so good to hear from you, and I wish you could move to London b/c I miss you and you could cut/style my hair again, as I have not found a good hairstylist here (that is not too expensive and has wheelchair access for me) since we left VA in 2006 that is as perfect as you. Well, a man can hope. <3
Take care and keep in touch!
Regards,
TRHL
HURRAH, I thought I’d lost her forever! It’s brilliant…
Jenna, it’s so good to hear from you, and I wish you could move to London b/c I miss you and you could cut/style my hair again, as I have not found a good hairstylist here (that is not too expensive and has wheelchair access for me) since we left VA in 2006 that is as perfect as you. Well, a man can hope. <3
Take care and keep in touch!
Regards,
TRHL
Tuesday 11 November 2008
This Week
What a week the world has had w/ election of Obama and all! [-;
Here are some videos I found to inspire the world of what we have to look forward to very soon (although, DO NOT read the comments, people are just ignorant morons):
*
Obama: All Those Watching From Beyond Our Shores - BBC News
*
Are Michelle Obama and Sarah Palin Alike?
* From the ‘Wassup’ ad campaign =
BUDWEISER WASSUP ORIGINAL + PIZZA GUY
Wassup 2008
*
Barack Obama on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
*
INTERVIEW BARACK OBAMA THE DAILY SHOW (sorry, it has French subtitles, but it was the only place I could find since the one I had saved has been removed)
*
Barack Obama - Highlights from the 2004 Democratic National Convention (whenever you have time, you must check out the full speech; click here to see it)
*
Barack Obama at the Roast of Representative Rahm Emanuel (Obama talking about his selection for his Chief of Staff, Rahm Emanuel, back in 2005; very funny)
And finally, something funny and something that will inspire you to make a better future for all =
*
Barack Obama on Ellen (I so think he should do this before every press conference he gives!)
*
Yes We Can - Barack Obama Music Video
That’s all folks… What do you think?
He’s just a brilliant speaker – Congrats again, Mr. President-Elect!
Love,
The Red Haired Londoner (And all of my London)
Here are some videos I found to inspire the world of what we have to look forward to very soon (although, DO NOT read the comments, people are just ignorant morons):
*
Obama: All Those Watching From Beyond Our Shores - BBC News
*
Are Michelle Obama and Sarah Palin Alike?
* From the ‘Wassup’ ad campaign =
BUDWEISER WASSUP ORIGINAL + PIZZA GUY
Wassup 2008
*
Barack Obama on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
*
INTERVIEW BARACK OBAMA THE DAILY SHOW (sorry, it has French subtitles, but it was the only place I could find since the one I had saved has been removed)
*
Barack Obama - Highlights from the 2004 Democratic National Convention (whenever you have time, you must check out the full speech; click here to see it)
*
Barack Obama at the Roast of Representative Rahm Emanuel (Obama talking about his selection for his Chief of Staff, Rahm Emanuel, back in 2005; very funny)
And finally, something funny and something that will inspire you to make a better future for all =
*
Barack Obama on Ellen (I so think he should do this before every press conference he gives!)
*
Yes We Can - Barack Obama Music Video
That’s all folks… What do you think?
He’s just a brilliant speaker – Congrats again, Mr. President-Elect!
Love,
The Red Haired Londoner (And all of my London)
Monday 10 November 2008
Uni Application
Guess what? I have now completed my Uni Application on UCAS , and just sent it off to the universities. HURRAH! Phew, I have much less stressed now that it is done...
Now I just have to get through the interviews... Additionally, the universities I have visited and the courses I am applying are as to follows (my final choice of what degrees I’m applying to for next September):
A) University for the Creative Arts (Formerly University College for the Creative Arts), Farnham to study Advertising and Brand Communication BA Honours Programme
B) University of East London to study Communication Studies and Creative & Professional Writing Combined BA Honours Programme
C) University College Falmouth to study English with Media Studies BA Honours Programme
And D) London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, to study Creative Advertising Strategy BA Honours Programme
Tell me what you think. I’m so bloody worried and anxious about the uni interviews and if a uni will accept me. Hope everything goes okay… Wish me luck!
Now I just have to get through the interviews... Additionally, the universities I have visited and the courses I am applying are as to follows (my final choice of what degrees I’m applying to for next September):
A) University for the Creative Arts (Formerly University College for the Creative Arts), Farnham to study Advertising and Brand Communication BA Honours Programme
B) University of East London to study Communication Studies and Creative & Professional Writing Combined BA Honours Programme
C) University College Falmouth to study English with Media Studies BA Honours Programme
And D) London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, to study Creative Advertising Strategy BA Honours Programme
Tell me what you think. I’m so bloody worried and anxious about the uni interviews and if a uni will accept me. Hope everything goes okay… Wish me luck!
Sunday 9 November 2008
A Day with Spike
Last night, Mum, Sarah, and me watched Cowboy Bebop: The Movie that is directed by ShinichirÅ Watanabe. Sarah got a while ago, and it was about the third time I’ve seen it, but I just have haven’t had a chance to tell you about it.
It’s basically a Japanese Anime set on Mars in the year 2071 about Spike Spiegel (a really wicked Bounty Hunter) who’s trying to stop a deadly virus from releasing, and get the 300 million woolong reward the government has issued for the man behind it. I am not doing justice, you just much watch it, and it’s based on the Cowboy Bebop telly series (that I’m definitely going to check out soon). It is one of the best Anime films out there (apart from legendary Hayao Miyazaki films), which has much better characters, plot, and depth than other Anime films. Very highly recommend! *** FOUR 1/2 STARS ***
It’s basically a Japanese Anime set on Mars in the year 2071 about Spike Spiegel (a really wicked Bounty Hunter) who’s trying to stop a deadly virus from releasing, and get the 300 million woolong reward the government has issued for the man behind it. I am not doing justice, you just much watch it, and it’s based on the Cowboy Bebop telly series (that I’m definitely going to check out soon). It is one of the best Anime films out there (apart from legendary Hayao Miyazaki films), which has much better characters, plot, and depth than other Anime films. Very highly recommend! *** FOUR 1/2 STARS ***
Friday 7 November 2008
UCA Open Day
Yesterday, as I couldn’t go the Open Day on the 25 October I went to the University for the Creative Arts at Farnham for an access visit. What an interesting day, indeed…
Upon arrival, I went to the reception when I met UCA’s Marketing Officer at the Farnham Campus, who I’d been in contact with. She then took me to a lecture room, where the course leader was waiting for me trying to set up the computer w/ the projector for the presentation. Once he finally got it working, he gave a presentation about the course and all the cool aspects about it. He was a typical Advertising speaker: fast talking, loud, frank, and entertaining. He gave a very good presentation that was really engrossing and enjoyable too, and Mum said she’d like to go there as well (I just smiled and nodded).
I then went on a campus tour w/ disability advisor, which was nice since the campus is unique in a woody area in Surrey about 1 1/2 hours away from my home. The disability advisor at point took me back his office, and I discussed what support I might need while at uni. After that, he then called the course leader b/c he wanted to speak further w/ me after I’d had the tour and all. When he came in, he was very frank w/ me: he said that he had some concerns, not b/c of my disability, but b/c of the amount of stress, rigor, and vigour involved during the course and all. Adding that he thought that I have to take all into account as this is mostly likely what the industry is going to be like. I agreed, and said it was nice for him to be so honest w/ me and explain, but said I that I think I’d be up to the challenge. In addition, looking at my work he also said was not enough to prove my entry into the course, and that I have to make a portfolio for the interview, as he needed to see that I had a ‘good enough creative mind.’ OMG! How am I going make portfolio by the middle of December? Hopefully, I’ll figure it out though.
Finally, by that time it was 4:30, so we said our goodbyes and made our home. Sadly, it took us 3+ hours instead of about a 1 1/2 to get home b/c we got stuck on the M25 (motorway, a highway for all of you in America), as it was rush hour, but thankfully we made it home safely.
Overall, it was cool b/c it was like they made a whole Open Day just for me, which was really nice. I also liked the campus and the course a great deal, and it's far enough from home to get some peace, but close enough to come home when I want and to be with easy access to my specialist hospitals in The City for emergencies. I just have get through the interview. Hoping for the best…
Upon arrival, I went to the reception when I met UCA’s Marketing Officer at the Farnham Campus, who I’d been in contact with. She then took me to a lecture room, where the course leader was waiting for me trying to set up the computer w/ the projector for the presentation. Once he finally got it working, he gave a presentation about the course and all the cool aspects about it. He was a typical Advertising speaker: fast talking, loud, frank, and entertaining. He gave a very good presentation that was really engrossing and enjoyable too, and Mum said she’d like to go there as well (I just smiled and nodded).
I then went on a campus tour w/ disability advisor, which was nice since the campus is unique in a woody area in Surrey about 1 1/2 hours away from my home. The disability advisor at point took me back his office, and I discussed what support I might need while at uni. After that, he then called the course leader b/c he wanted to speak further w/ me after I’d had the tour and all. When he came in, he was very frank w/ me: he said that he had some concerns, not b/c of my disability, but b/c of the amount of stress, rigor, and vigour involved during the course and all. Adding that he thought that I have to take all into account as this is mostly likely what the industry is going to be like. I agreed, and said it was nice for him to be so honest w/ me and explain, but said I that I think I’d be up to the challenge. In addition, looking at my work he also said was not enough to prove my entry into the course, and that I have to make a portfolio for the interview, as he needed to see that I had a ‘good enough creative mind.’ OMG! How am I going make portfolio by the middle of December? Hopefully, I’ll figure it out though.
Finally, by that time it was 4:30, so we said our goodbyes and made our home. Sadly, it took us 3+ hours instead of about a 1 1/2 to get home b/c we got stuck on the M25 (motorway, a highway for all of you in America), as it was rush hour, but thankfully we made it home safely.
Overall, it was cool b/c it was like they made a whole Open Day just for me, which was really nice. I also liked the campus and the course a great deal, and it's far enough from home to get some peace, but close enough to come home when I want and to be with easy access to my specialist hospitals in The City for emergencies. I just have get through the interview. Hoping for the best…
Wednesday 5 November 2008
D.A.N.C.E.
Yesterday, something wicked happened in America… Obama got elected! Wow, I’m numb in wonderment… What else can I say?
Hurrah!!!!! Sadly, we’re struck w/ Brown, and mostly likely Cameron!
CONGRATS, Mr. Obama – President-Elect and please try to stop America being the new Roman Empire. Good luck, I hope you can fight for the good in this world, and I pray you are able to keep good on word:
Best wishes,
The Red Haired Londoner (And all of my London)
Hurrah!!!!! Sadly, we’re struck w/ Brown, and mostly likely Cameron!
CONGRATS, Mr. Obama – President-Elect and please try to stop America being the new Roman Empire. Good luck, I hope you can fight for the good in this world, and I pray you are able to keep good on word:
Best wishes,
The Red Haired Londoner (And all of my London)
America Votes
To all my friends in America: Congrats on the voting yesterday! What a BRILLIANT result!!!
Best of luck...
Best of luck...
Tuesday 4 November 2008
Bond Review
On Saturday we went to see the new James Bond film, and finally have chance to give you my review.
‘Quantum of Solace’ is directed by Marc Forster and stars Daniel Craig as James Bond; also starring Mathieu Amalric, Olga Kurylenko, Gemma Arterton, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright, and Giancarlo Giannini. All in all, I enjoyed the film:
- It was filled w/ action galore throughout
- Locations were cool
- Plot was very good and flowed quite well, much better than ‘Casino Royale’
- Bond Woman was the best one yet, not being a useless bimbo like the others who were all like, ‘Oh James! Take me…’ w/o any question. Though, the Bond Women in this film was brilliant: not only is she bloody hot, but also she kicks some major ARSE!
- And more…
However, there are several things that made ‘Quantum of Solace’ quite disappointing and are as follows:
- I hate Daniel Craig as James Bond: He is not suave the way Bond should be, and sucks all the charm and charisma out of everything. I loved the way Roger Moore portrayed James Bond (my favourite Bond yet), and I think since him the quality of portrayal of Bond has gone down the loo.
- No cool gadgets
- No Q for another Bond film, who I really miss
- Not really any wicked cars, other than for about ten minutes in the first scene
- And more…
Overall, I felt quite disappointed at end of the film, and I felt like I really wanted more depth from it. But, do check ‘Quantum of Solace’ out for yourselves; very much recommended for high action, quite the dog’s bollocks of a time! ***THREE STARS***
‘Quantum of Solace’ is directed by Marc Forster and stars Daniel Craig as James Bond; also starring Mathieu Amalric, Olga Kurylenko, Gemma Arterton, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright, and Giancarlo Giannini. All in all, I enjoyed the film:
- It was filled w/ action galore throughout
- Locations were cool
- Plot was very good and flowed quite well, much better than ‘Casino Royale’
- Bond Woman was the best one yet, not being a useless bimbo like the others who were all like, ‘Oh James! Take me…’ w/o any question. Though, the Bond Women in this film was brilliant: not only is she bloody hot, but also she kicks some major ARSE!
- And more…
However, there are several things that made ‘Quantum of Solace’ quite disappointing and are as follows:
- I hate Daniel Craig as James Bond: He is not suave the way Bond should be, and sucks all the charm and charisma out of everything. I loved the way Roger Moore portrayed James Bond (my favourite Bond yet), and I think since him the quality of portrayal of Bond has gone down the loo.
- No cool gadgets
- No Q for another Bond film, who I really miss
- Not really any wicked cars, other than for about ten minutes in the first scene
- And more…
Overall, I felt quite disappointed at end of the film, and I felt like I really wanted more depth from it. But, do check ‘Quantum of Solace’ out for yourselves; very much recommended for high action, quite the dog’s bollocks of a time! ***THREE STARS***
Sunday 2 November 2008
Bond is Back!
Yesterday, We went go see the new James Bond film, 'Quantum of Solace'. However, since I'm REALLY busy right now working on many projects, I'll let you know my review later.
Bye for now...
Bye for now...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
