Check these out, all you apple fanatics.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/suzieautomatic?page=1
Might be getting one for myself soon.
Monday, March 29, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Switch it Up
Though my blog is primarily movie reviews, this week I considered a welcomed switch to the usual mold.
Lately I have been enveloped in the album "Hospice" created by the Brooklyn band "The Antlers."
The Antler began as the solo project of Peter Silberman, as he released two solo albums "Uprooted" and "In the Attic of the Universe" before forming a trio with Michael Lerner and Darby Cicci. Then the newly formed band self released "Hospice" before signing with French Kiss Records and having the album remastered.
"Hospice" is a concept album narrating the story of a man who is witnessing his lover dying of cancer in hospice. Both sad and beautiful, I recommend the album to everyone.
You can stream the album in it's full length on myspace
My favorite tracks: Two, Wake.
Enjoy
- John
Lately I have been enveloped in the album "Hospice" created by the Brooklyn band "The Antlers."
The Antler began as the solo project of Peter Silberman, as he released two solo albums "Uprooted" and "In the Attic of the Universe" before forming a trio with Michael Lerner and Darby Cicci. Then the newly formed band self released "Hospice" before signing with French Kiss Records and having the album remastered.
"Hospice" is a concept album narrating the story of a man who is witnessing his lover dying of cancer in hospice. Both sad and beautiful, I recommend the album to everyone.
You can stream the album in it's full length on myspace
My favorite tracks: Two, Wake.
Enjoy
- John
Monday, January 18, 2010
Cold Souls
Here's a movie to check out...if you love Paul Giamatti it's a must see.
I quite enjoyed the film.
I quite enjoyed the film.
Monday, January 04, 2010
The New Year
Ok, so I know it the 4th of January 010, but I wanted to look back at 09 and give you my "best of" picks. So without further ado, here they are:
Best movie of 2009: "An Education"
Not often will you discover a coming to age film told in the prospective of a woman, however this film greatly surprised me. I have always been a fan of Peter Sarsgaard, and the addition of the very likeable Carey Mulligan aided in my pick for this film. Based off of a memoir with the same title written by the British journalist Lynn Barber, this movie does not disappoint, it inspires. Check it out ASAP, well worth it.
The other movies I was contemplating choosing were: "Moon" and "Shrink," both very good movies, also worth the time.
Best movie of 2009: "An Education"
Not often will you discover a coming to age film told in the prospective of a woman, however this film greatly surprised me. I have always been a fan of Peter Sarsgaard, and the addition of the very likeable Carey Mulligan aided in my pick for this film. Based off of a memoir with the same title written by the British journalist Lynn Barber, this movie does not disappoint, it inspires. Check it out ASAP, well worth it.
The other movies I was contemplating choosing were: "Moon" and "Shrink," both very good movies, also worth the time.
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Hello again
After and extensive break from blogging, I have seen 3 movies over this period. Two are worth seeing, and the other not worth your time or money.
Movie #1: Sherlock Holmes
This movie I saw on Christmas day, in a packed cinema, with three of my sisters. As a very critical critique, I went into the movie with a somewhat open mind. I knew how I depicted Sherlock Holmes as a character, and I knew how I enjoy Robert Downey Jr. as an actor, so as I said, I had an open mind. The scenery was very well depicted, and I thought quite highly of each actor depicting each character. It was at some points quite amusing, and other times action packed, delivering a whole hearty serving of greatness. In a nutshell, it's a must see.
Movie #2: Avatar
Now this critique might surprise you. After sitting for 2hours and 40 minutes in a not so comfortable seat, I do have insight on how the movie was. This of course could be explained in two simple words: long and boring. My ass hurt so much after that movie I honestly could care less about how I had just wasted $10. One thing I can give credit to james cameron for is the amazing scenery and graphics. However this was completely wasted on the plot which held no originality or creativity. I was sorely disappointed. Pass on this one until it comes out on DVD, not worth the cinema charge.
Movie #3: The International
I really was skeptical of this movie, but was happily impressed with the film at the end. After seeing Children of Men, I always have enjoyed Clive Owen, and this time he really surprised me. Though somewhat slow at points of the film, it was summed up in a wonderful way. A classic story of corruption and justice taken into ones hands, it was one of those movies that leaves you feeling warm at the end...I don't know why. But I would suggest you see it.
Movie #1: Sherlock Holmes
This movie I saw on Christmas day, in a packed cinema, with three of my sisters. As a very critical critique, I went into the movie with a somewhat open mind. I knew how I depicted Sherlock Holmes as a character, and I knew how I enjoy Robert Downey Jr. as an actor, so as I said, I had an open mind. The scenery was very well depicted, and I thought quite highly of each actor depicting each character. It was at some points quite amusing, and other times action packed, delivering a whole hearty serving of greatness. In a nutshell, it's a must see.
Movie #2: Avatar
Now this critique might surprise you. After sitting for 2hours and 40 minutes in a not so comfortable seat, I do have insight on how the movie was. This of course could be explained in two simple words: long and boring. My ass hurt so much after that movie I honestly could care less about how I had just wasted $10. One thing I can give credit to james cameron for is the amazing scenery and graphics. However this was completely wasted on the plot which held no originality or creativity. I was sorely disappointed. Pass on this one until it comes out on DVD, not worth the cinema charge.
Movie #3: The International
I really was skeptical of this movie, but was happily impressed with the film at the end. After seeing Children of Men, I always have enjoyed Clive Owen, and this time he really surprised me. Though somewhat slow at points of the film, it was summed up in a wonderful way. A classic story of corruption and justice taken into ones hands, it was one of those movies that leaves you feeling warm at the end...I don't know why. But I would suggest you see it.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Lovely sounds
My favorite song right now.
Definitely getting a classical guitar as soon as I can scrape up some money. I love the sound, and it is so much more fun to play. Don't get me wrong...I love my seagull acoustic, but a classical guitar would be fantastic to have.
Monday, November 09, 2009
Requiem for a Dream
Quick blog:
Watched Requiem for a Dream last night, had to watch it twice to really pinpoint what I felt about the film. It is a film adaptation of the novel of the same title, written by Hubert Selby, Jr. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans, and directed by Darren Aronofsky, I would say this is quite a masterpiece film. You really feel connected to the characters as they are caught in between the self induced desperation and delusion, and the hard fact of reality. Portraying different forms of addictions, the film is beautiful in the way it was filmed with the use of many montages of short shots. Requiem also progresses very well, showing how the characters changed with time, and how the ultimate ending occurred.
Thus after all of that, I can only say one thing: This was a beautiful film
Watched Requiem for a Dream last night, had to watch it twice to really pinpoint what I felt about the film. It is a film adaptation of the novel of the same title, written by Hubert Selby, Jr. Starring Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly, and Marlon Wayans, and directed by Darren Aronofsky, I would say this is quite a masterpiece film. You really feel connected to the characters as they are caught in between the self induced desperation and delusion, and the hard fact of reality. Portraying different forms of addictions, the film is beautiful in the way it was filmed with the use of many montages of short shots. Requiem also progresses very well, showing how the characters changed with time, and how the ultimate ending occurred.
Thus after all of that, I can only say one thing: This was a beautiful film
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