15 February 2008
Juno
I am watching Juno right now and I am actually adopting the way she speaks. I'm not trying; it's just that I can do that 'style' or whatever you may call it. But I'm not here to post on what Juno and me have in common with regrds to speech. That's a waste of time, man.16:30 Posted in Blog , Screen | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email this
13 February 2008
Quoting Cameron
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04 January 2008
..House..
I'm back watching House, M.D. Oh, I so miss doing it. I miss the times when I have to pause and think so I could just grasp what the hell they are talking about. It's really nice. I even used to bring my medical dictionaries so I don't get lost. XD17:18 Posted in Screen | Permalink | Comments (0) | Email this
02 November 2007
The Last Samurai
CASTTom Cruise - Captain Nathan Algren
The whole movie was a beautiful piece to capture. Every scene was a photographer's dream scenario. The people, activities, landscape and every thing that has breath as well as those that have none were too wonderful to capture.
My personal favourite scenes, with regards to photography, were the sun's illuminating rays, the horses with their strong legs ready for battle, the mountains, the green fields, Taka plowing the field, the swordsman, the swords, the samurai during their moments of training, and the sakura or cherry blossoms at the time when Katsumoto-san held his last breath. I am not even sure if I have the complete list. I would love to take pictures as much as I can find in this movie.
The transition of scenes was also not mediocre. I have nothing but praise for the cinematography of this movie. If there is any flaw found by other people yet I have overlooked, then let it be known.
The movie has an ambience of what someone would feel depending on where he stands. During the first battle of the civil army and the samurai, it was cold. It may be externally cold, but it was also internally cold. It reminded me of General Maximus in The Gladiator.
MUSIC
A movie without music background is like a body without spirit. There was a scene when Algren fought with Ujio. It was raining and the music just added to the melancholic mood of the situation.
COSTUME
In my humble opinion, the American officers' uniform were too simple. I am aware that there was no need to flaunt the medals and honours during trainings and battles, but it was so plain. I am aware that Americans have concern about ranks yet it was not shown in the movie.
It was easy to spot who were the commoners in the movie. The peasants were even obvious. The clothes the nihonjin or Japanese wore were simple, like what it is ought to be. This is not a negative comment.
Brian Doerksen - Faithful Father
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Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love
30 August 2007
I. Technical Features
Director: Mira Nair
Producers: Caroline Baron
Lydia Dean Pilcher
Mira Nair
Tina Di Feliciantonio
Dinaz Stafford
Michiyo Yoshizaki
Writers: Helena Kriel
Mira Nair
Wajida Tabassuh
Cinematographer: Declan Quinn
Venue: India
Release Date: 11 September 1996 – Canada (Toronto Film Festival)
28 February 1997 - USA
20 June 1997 - UK
Cast: Indira Varma - Maya
Sarita Choudhury - Tara
Naveen Andrews - Raj Singh
Ramon Tikaram - Jai Kumar
Rekha - Rasa Devi
Running Time: 117 min.
Awards: Golden Seashell (1996) – nominated
Independent Spirit Award (1998) – Best Cinematography – won
II. Historical Background
The film was set in 16th Century India when the country was under the Mughal Empire, one of the greatest empires of India. It was also the time when many monuments were built, including Taja Mahal in Agra.
The Mughals had taste for the fine things in life - for beautifully designed artifacts and the enjoyment and appreciation of cultural activities. The Mughals borrowed as much as they gave - both the Hindu and Muslim traditions of India were huge influences on their interpretation of culture and court style. These were notable in the film, especially during the wedding ceremony of Tara and Raj Singh.
III. Summary
Maya (Indira Varma), a servant girl, grows up as a friend of Princess Tara (Sarita Choudhury), who is to marry the prince (Naveen Andrews). But the night of the wedding, Maya betrays her friend and seduces him.
Maya was labeled a whore. Banished from court, she finds refuge with Rasa Devi (Rekha) who teaches the "Kama Sutra," a manual of lessons in love. This wise woman believes that sexuality can be a wellspring of spiritual unfolding. She teaches Maya about intimacy, pleasure, play, and self-empowerment.
With her new knowledge, she becomes a courtesan at court. Maya meets Tara again who blames Maya for the downfall of her marriage. She tries to persuade her friend who is now a queen. But the dispute continues.
Maya finds love with a sculptor, Jai, (Ramon Tikaram) who risks his life to be with her. But with the king’s power they have failed to be together. Jai was even chained in the mountains.
Through Maya’s efforts to prove her desire to amend what she has done, eventually the heroine reconciles with Tara.
The movie ends with the execution of Jai and the attack of the king’s political opponent.
IV. Reaction
Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love used English, which is not uncommon in India although Indians mix it with their languages, e.g. Hindi and Tamil.
The costumes were beautiful, an evidence of Mughal influence. But I did notice that Maya rarely change her clothes, which made me wonder if the movie was out of budget for costumes or it was still part of the Indian culture.
There was also a part in the movie when Maya wanted to see a whorehouse. Jai told her that she must dress like a man. This tells me that a dress, in India, is an indicator if a person is a man or woman.
Watching the movie made me think how Indian women were taught to please their husbands-to-be. And Indian women live that with that idea, no matter the cost.
During one of the copulation scenes of Maya and Jai, some desserts were available. It may be part of the Kama Sutra or an Indian way of foreplay, for which I am not sure. But what was uncanny in that part was the food itself. The place where they engaged had copulation was like a storehouse and they did not plan having coitus there. If food or dessert is part of Kama Sutra, how come there was food? Perhaps there was already food there and they thought it would be nice to please each other with some dessert.
Kama Sutra mostly teaches about the erotic part of copulation, for the pleasure of mankind. It may be taught in a class-setting, as what was shown in the movie. There was a scene where a woman did head-stand, which made me really amazed. The possibility was indescribable, given the knowledge of what the body goes through during sex. I asked a friend if such position does exist and is being used. He said yes. The confirmation made me even more amazed. In that position, the head bears the weight of the woman’s body while she is going through intensive activity. Perhaps it is just part of the foreplay. But still, the skill of balance is amazing.
There was a scene where women fell in line and had a steam between their feet before they could enter the room. The steam went up between their legs, but the purpose was not clear or stated. It reminded me of a sitz bath.
During a battle scene, the background music was contemporary. There was no sign of Hindu music. And such music, I believe, did not exist in 16th Century India.
Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love may have shown what life was like during the Mughal Empire, but it is not enough for a viewer to tell that the movie belongs to such era. It lacks a distinct quality of a Mughal Era.
Hillsong United - Take All of Me
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16 August 2007
The Bourne Ultimatum
Warning: Robert Ludlum fan hereDon't worry. I haven't read the novel. T_T
I'm not going to judge the movie by its book.
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I was supposed to watch Die Hard 4.0 but it was no longer available. But who cares? Who needs Die Hard 4.0 when I've got a movie based on my favourite thriller writer's novel? =p
CHARACTERS
Jason Bourne (Matt Damon)
-- I think he remains the Bourne portrayed when the (movie) first came out. I'm talking about the consistency of the character. And he's convincing with his martial arts move. I like it. Especially in The Bourne Identity when he did that kali act.
Pamela Landy (Joan Allen)
-- I like this woman, especially when she argued with Noah Vosen. The way she talks, moves, her demeanour, it is my ideal CIA Deputy Director. She’s someone who has a calm shell, but be careful as you open it. Her aura is placid but she's someone you can't underestimate. She's got a backbone.
Nicky Parsons (Julia Stiles)
-- She was there from beginning, but I never thought I'd see her again. I believe Stiles was able to portray her role without fault. Or is it just me pleased by her portrayal, or maybe it's still me who is a fan of hers. You choose.
And oh, I love that smile she painted on her face when she watched the news about a CIA agent missing. She wasn't really watching the news, but the news caught her attention. It's my favourite "amusing" smile.
I don't want to talk about the other characters. This is just getting long. But I want to add something. Dr. Albert Hirsch (Albert Finney) reminds me of Robert Ludlum. They quite look the same.
PLOT/CINEMATOGRAPHY
The movie started with Jason Bourne, still on the run, in Moscow.. This makes me nostalgic. I want to watch The Bourne Supremacy again.
There were, as expected, lots of flash backs. Some scenes are blurry because those were the times when thrill and action are on the loose.
I don’t know what’s actually missing, but I was wondering what Nicky and Jason really shared in the past. I was curious. I still am.
ACTION/FIGHT SCENES
I love them!
I love the chasing part where Bourne was, of course, chased by an assassin, Paz I believe, and by the NYP. It reminded me of Bruce Willis in Die Hard 4.0’s trailer, but Bourne did better. But it was quite unbelievable. Bourne had been through lots of chasing before he drove the super police car, was hit a lot, and was hit again yet he still managed to stand up and run. Movies..
I also like the Morocco scene. Bourne was looking for Nicky Parsons and the assassin, Desh, while being chased by the local police. Watching that scene made me realized the gravity of making decisions during situations where time is platinum. I am aware about the gravity part; I just saw it in a different picture.
The fight between Jason Bourne and Desh Bouksani, the Moroccan assassin, made me push the seat in front of me real hard while sinking myself to my own seat. I wonder how long I stayed in that position. While being carried away by the scene, I was having my own flash back. The kali scene in The Bourne Identity. It was in Jason’s apartment in Paris.
When the fight was over, my chest was visibly rising and falling. Nurses won’t have a hard time taking my respiratory rate. XD
There were scenes that I want to confirm the possibility with Physicists. I guess increasing one’s speed can defy G-force. Yes, it does. But does the principle apply to the movie’s Morocco chase? I hope NGC will make a segment about it.
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08 May 2007
"There is nothing more glorious than one's death." -AF Aquino
The movie was interesting. Of course, as well know and would expect it wasn't a hundred percent loyal to the Anime. There were edited scenes/situations but as I reckoned them, I thought those would also be the possible situations in the Anime. It was just interessante.
My friends and me were supposed to watch this on Friday, but the family was watching it earlier. I chose to join the latter. Family first. But I wanted to watch this with my friends. Because I have come to appreciate people's company.
I never thought I'd appreciate this movie. And more than that, like it too. As in I did. I wasn't, and I still am, not fond of such things, e.g. sci-fi thingy, etc. I think the comics-based movie I liked was Batman. But liking it was just a so-so.
Over all, I find the movie sad. There were funny scenes, but the 'feeling' was just sad, even from the start.
Music:
Moonstar 88 - Sa Langit
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03 April 2007
Death Note: Episode 01-24
I've just finished watching the first 24 episode of Death Note, over night. Gosh, it was all straight. I really got hooked. But it was not unexpected.
Crunchyroll only has the first 24 eps so I'm now hunting for the succeeding episodes. Like NANA, I think it'll take for a while. It's good enough that I was able to watch Death Note this fast. I wanted to watch it before but I've been busy with school and such. Over night watching is an accomplishment. But I really want to watch the next eps now.
Patience is a virtue. I made it with NANA so I'm hoping the same here. I hope the fansub sites have already did well with NANA and Death Note.
It may be summer but I already have a busy schedule. I still have many Anime in mind to watch, but it seems that those have to wait. Life's like that.
Music:
Mika Nakashima - Mienai Hoshi [instrumental]
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03 March 2007
NANA movie
I've been quite addicted to some stuff lately. I've added NANA the movie to my Screen category. I finished it last night.Olivia inspi' Reira - A Little Pain
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02 March 2007
Lunch no Joou
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01 March 2007
Fly, Daddy, Fly
Okay, better start the review. Oh! I'm giving it 4 STARS for the characters, moral, plot and side story (I'm talking about Mr. Bus Driver's).
There were also some long conversations where you want to fast-forward the scenes. While I was there, in those scenes, I've been waiting for the appearance of Lee JunKi. When he did, I'd say it was cool. I've seen it on the trailers. It was really cool. I love the way he moved. So graceful; reminds me of The King & the Clown.
Speaking of Lee JunKi, he has impressed me with his acting for the second time. His previous movie, The King & the Clown, really impressed me with his versatility. In this movie his character, Go Seung-Suk, is a mysterious high school student. Mysterious in a sense of being "cool" the typical way. What I like about Seung-Suk is his view in life and, of course, his hobby-reading. There was a scene, in his room, where there were lots of books. BOOKS. He usually carries one around, and reading it while Jjang is on training.16:50 Posted in Screen | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) | Email this
28 February 2007
100 Days with Mr. Arrogant
Ha-yeong is dumped by her boyfriend on the 100th day of their relationship, an important milestone for every couple. Hyeong-jun is a wealthy and handsome man who melts women wherever he goes, but is not interested in dating. One day, as the latter is driving his luxury car, the two will meet. Disgruntled by her recent rejection, Ha-yeong kicks a soda can out of frustration, which finds its way onto Hyeong-jun's head. Startled by the impact, he loses control of his car and scratches it against a wall. When Ha-yeong is unable to pay for the damages, he persuades her to repay him by signing a contract that binds her to his service for 100 days. What happens next is strictly by the (silly) book and inevitably, they both start having feelings for one another.Vivian Hsu - Woman Plans
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02 February 2007
Secret Window
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31 January 2007
Armageddon
I've finally watched the movie. Well, I was just catching up. I like the movie. I like the story and the plot. And of course, I like the sound track.I don't wanna fall asleep
'Cause I'd miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
'Cause even when I dream of you
The sweetest dream will never do
I'd still miss you, babe
And I don't wanna miss a thing
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30 January 2007
January Movies
House of Flying DaggersI've been longing to watch this movie since I was in my first year college. I wanted to buy its VCD, but whenever I visit a store I just ran out of budget. *sigh*
By the way, I like the movie. I love the art in there. And I couldn't help but praise Zhang's skills. So brilliant.
Memoirs of a Geisha
I was in my Sociology and Anthropology class when my professor got a SMS. She said excitedly in the class, "Uy! gagawin na raw movie ang Memoirs of a Geisha." I was sitting at the back of the class and commented, "'Di ba libro po 'yun?" I was the only one who was able to relate. It was like just my professor and me conversation.My comment: Gong Li is such a beauty! Michelle Yeow is still stunning. As for Ziyi Zhang, she's an incredible actress.
Mona Lisa SmileI decided to watched this because I was intrigued by a professor of mine. It was listed on his Friendster's favourite movies so I thought I'd check this out.
Runaway BrideI wasn't able to watch this so I thought I'd catch up. I've seen its trailer before but I was still a 'kid' so innocent to go to movie house on my own.
As for my comment, I love it. I'd say this is my top favourite western romantic (comedy) movie. I like the Gere-Roberts pairing. *giggles*
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23 October 2006
World Trade Center
We watched World Trade Center yesterday in G4-C6. This movie starred Nicolas Cage as a New York cop.
It was a story to reckon. Made me realized how much tribulation a single accident can be, especially if it's a major one- catastrophic. I've also come to consider (again) being in the paramedics. I've thought about it before, but just had the thought back last night. My consideration didn't end in paramedics. I've also or rather say I'm now back considering being a military nurse in the future.
If I end up in the paramedics or military someday, wonder not. I've thought about it before and I've just been with "influencial" things...
Music:
L'Arc~en~Ciel - Finale
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14 October 2006
2-day G4 trip
I wasn't able to get online for the past two weeks because we got "out" of dial tone. The wifi wasn't enough to open a blog. Well, thanks to Milenyo. -_-
We had 3 days of blackout. But during those days, we went to G4 to watch movies and play in TimeZone. Thanks to my godfather. ^_^
28 September 2006
We watched this movie after watching First Day High. I like this movie. It was intersting. My favourite was Christie Allen (Holly Valance). I like her character. I also like Ayane (Natasha Malthe), the assassin.
Synopsis:
In DOA: Dead or Alive four beautiful women begin as rivals in a secret invitational-only martial arts contest, but find themselves teaming up with one another against a sinister force. Tina Armstrong, played by Jamie Pressly is a superstar in the world of women's wrestling. Christie, played by best-selling pop recording artist and actor Holly Valance, is a beautiful cat-thief and assassin-for-hire. Princess Kasumi, played by international fashion model and actor Devon Aoki, is an Asian warrior-aristocrat, schooled by martial arts masters. Helena Douglas, played by Sarah Carter, is an extreme sports athlete whose tragic past binds her to the remote palace in Southeast Asia where the Dead or Alive tournament takes place.
29 September 2006
This movie made me sleepy. But I like the part when they presented their showcase. It was very artistic, a ballet featurig hiphop music.
Music:
Yakenogahara
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28 September 2006
Moon Child
Music:
Gackt and Hyde - Orenji no Taiyou
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20 September 2006
Eiga Sai
13 September 2006. Wednesday
Escaflowne - Memory of Fanelia
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04 September 2006
Arang
Song Yoon Ah and Lee Dong Wook
Veteran detective So-young and her rookie partner Hyun-gi happen onto an incendiary homicide case. While Hyun-gi is goofing up and distracting So-young, So-young senses that there is something wrong in the case. They discover that the present case is somehow related to the mysterious death of a girl ten years previously. At this point, So-young becomes plagued with nightmares in which the girl appears. And the serial killings continue . . .
Source- http://koreanfilm.or.kr
Lee Soo Young - 이 죽일 놈의 사랑
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20 August 2006
Goong
Princess Hours
- Yoon Eun Hye (윤은혜) as Shin Chae-gyung
- Joo Ji Hoon (주지훈) as Lee Shin
- Kim Jeong Hoon (김정훈) as Lee Yul
- Song Ji Hyo (송지효) as Min Hyo-rin
My favourite characters:
GongJu-mama (Hae Myung)
Choi Sang Gong-eunnee 
Tae Hwang Tae Hu-mamaHowL & J - Perhaps Love
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05 August 2006
Sukob
Directed by Chito S. Rono
Tita Glosy, Grace, Aimee and me watched Sukob last Wednesday, 02 August 2006 in G4-C6. I'm glad I was able to watch this for free. I've been curious about this movie since I saw its trailer in TV. The theatre house was filled with shouts albeit not all seats were filled.
I like to watch movies alone, but if I am to choose a company, I'd go for tita and/or tito because watching movies with them means I get free food and drink. What I had when we watched Sukob was Wendy's Chicken Burger with regular fries and soda. I got another fries (medium) because someone seemed to have her stomach full. I enjoyed watching the movie with foods in my hands. It reminded me of a scene... Heehee... It was really fun.
I think Sukob is one of the successful Filipino horror films. I like it because it has a story and the way it scared people has some sense on it. What I also like about it is it's "3-in-1" quality. "3-in-1" because it is:
(+) Horror/Suspense
(+) Comedy
(+) Drama
It was really paradoxical inside the theatre. After screaming, people laughed. I only laughed. There's no reason for me to scream. I was busy eating. *lol*
Music:
BoA - MeriChri
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29 July 2006
My Girl and I
I finally finished watching this movie. At first I thought it was pure romance. I tried to watch it anyway. I guess I was bored. I'm glad I watched it. It's not that pure romance. Of course, the comical side of the movie didn't fail to make me laugh. But this movie is more of a "sad" story. Song Hye-kyo (Full House) starred as So-eun, a pretty girl who had a leukemia. Su-ho, Su-eun's lover was played by Cha tae-hyun (My Sassy Girl and Windstruck).
I like the script of this movie, but I couldn't remember them all. Here are some:
"What's the probability of us meeting together?"
"Like seeing a star in a typhoon."
"Because I love you, you must be happy."
Playing:
BoA - Double
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22 July 2006
My Little Bride
Starring in this movie are Kim Rae-won (Sangmin) and Moon Geun-young (Boeun). The film is fun. I thought it was pure romance, with just very little comedy (which is usually present in korean movies). But I was wrong. It is a romantic-comedy film with more of humour.
Music:
Eugene - Wuthering Heights
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21 July 2006
Korean Dramas
But my favourite among the quartet is Lee Jun Ki. I didn't like him at first. But that didn't mean I forgot him entirely. I was actually watching him, more than the rest of the actors. I like Lee Jun Ki as an actor. 
Mika Nakashima - Seppun
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14 July 2006
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Dead Man's Chest
I've already watched my most awaited movie of the year, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Dead Man's Chest. I watched it alone in G4-C2 at 12:40. It was the first film of the cinema. How did I know? We sang the national anthem.
The movie was great. It was action-packed, comedy filled and full of adventures. My favourite part was the mill scene where Cap Sparrow, Will and Commodore I-forgot-who fought together. The mill was rolling and they had their fight scenes there. It was so cool. And it was also funny. Johnny Depp was still the actor who played Captain Jack Sparrow in Curse of the Black Pearl. Captain Jack Sparrow didn't fail me. I may have my disappointments with him but it's just Captain Jack. All you could do is laugh or chuckle.
The other actors were also good. Brilliant. Keira Knightly was able to portray Elizabeth as a woman of strength and determination yet so delicate and lady-like. Just don't mess with her. Orlando Bloom... he did good. All the actors were good. No. They were brilliant! All their actings contributed to the film's beauty and art. Wonderful.
The ending was a bit sad, or should I say it made me sad. Yes, it did. I actually gasped when I found out that it already ended. It really made me sad! Oh, Captain Jack Sparrow! *sob, sob*
Btw, I was also pleased to see what I wanted to see. Heehee... =p
Liki-liki...
Music:
Pirates of the Caribbean (I) OST - Yo ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)
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13 July 2006
The King and The Clown
I already finished watching this film. Two-thumbs up! I've learned a lot from it. And I am grateful because I was able to watch this for free. ^_^V
This film is about two jesters who came into the palace to mock the king. Eventually, the king favoured to Gong-gil, a shy and feminine looking man. I'd say the story is filled with sadness. There was horror in it in the sense that everyone has his personal demons, but it's still sad. I feel pity for the king. And I am sorry for Gong-gil and his partner. Life is cruel, but jesters look at it as if it's just a stage, a performance.
Starring the film are Lee Jun-ki as Gong-gil, Kam Woo-seong as Jang-seng, Jeong Jin-yeong as King Yonsan, and Kang Seong-yeon as Nok-su, the king's consort.
From Wikipedia.com
The King and the Clown (왕의 남자, Wang ui Namja) is a 2005 South Korean film, adapted from the 2000 Korean play titled "Yi", ("You") about Yeonsangun of Joseon, a Joseon Dynasty king who falls in love with a court clown who mocks him. The movie is based on a small passage from the Annals of the Joseon Dynastythat briefly mentions the king's favorite clown. It is the highest grossing (over $85,000,000 in domestic receipts) Korean film in history with 12.3 million viewers, surpassing total admissions of Silmido and Taegukgi . Production costs were relatively modest for a Korean film, approximately $4.5 million dollars.
O_O
Music:
Lee Jun-Ki - One Word
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11 July 2006
White Valentine
I just finished watching White Valentine. It's a sad story, filled with loneliness. The end was not even happy. Made me thought it's the typical or the usual way life goes. You don't always have happy endings.
By the way, it was Jun Ji-Hyun's debut movie. She was 18 years old then.
Music:
Lee Soo-Young - Grace
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02 July 2006
A Millionaire's First Love
I watched this film yester night. It was nice. I like it. I'm glad and satisfied it's the one I chose among those available.
An arrogant high school student who stands to inherit a fortune discovers that in his grandfather's will there is a clause requiring him to graduate from a small high school in rural Kangwon Province.
I find it sweet, tragic and sentimental.
-For you to grow up.
Music:
BoA - Rock With Me
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01 July 2006
She's On Duty
I watched this movie yester night. I actually finished around midnight. I am so happy because I've won the bid in this item. I like this movie. I'll have this as one of my favourite movies. Lovely. One more thing, I've "discovered" something interessante. The first will be a secret, but I'll somehow write the other one here. I've realized how attracted I am to stories about cops and detectives. Read: Read between the lines.
I think I want to learn how to ride a motorbike.
Music:
Sonicflood - Cry Holy
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19 June 2006
Garfield 2: A Tail Of Two Kitties
My godsister and me watched Garfield 2 yesterday in Market! Market! Heehee... It was her treat. c",) The movie was fun. I have liked Garfield more! Heehee... Been a fan of this obese cat for a long time. I just find him funny. Really funny. *lol*
Music:
Core of Soul - Hello, Hello ~Another Star~
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13 June 2006
Mom Sabrina Explains to Baby Janine
I was watching A Wonderful Life yester night and there's this part where Sabrina explained to Janine why she had hair falls. The little girl has leukemia. As I reckoned her explaining I learned how important it is to explain complicated things to little kids in a way where they could understand it. It was really nice.
Seems like I've learned another therapeutic communication. It's not easy to converse in one, but I have to. I am a student-nurse and I have to put my patients at ease. I've got to be good in my profession. I will be like Jang Geum! ^_^
Music:
Michelle Tumes - Hold On
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19 May 2006
The Da Vinci Code
Thank You Lord I'm already 18! *lol*
The Da Vinci Code is a memorable film to me. It is the first R-18 movie I've watched in cinema. And I was alone when I did so. Preferred to have no company. Can't use "companion". XD
I watched this film in Shangri-La at 1450H. My seat was F08. =p Well, it was not as hassle as it was in G4 when I bought ticket. But a lot of seats were already reserved. "Reserved-seat" system kasi sila eh. Well, before I was allowed to buy, the 'ticket lady' asked me if I'm already 18. "Yes." I replied. This is one of the things that made me appreciate my age. XD
As I watched The DV Code, I realized that there are people who watched the film have not read the book. They simply watched it because of its controversy. I strongly suggest that those people learn to read. Even in age, some people still lack understanding. I shall explain no further.
Robert Langdon... Tom Hanks. It was almost three years ago when I've heard that this book will be made into a movie and that Tom Hanks will take the role of the claustrophobic professor. I used to be against the idea. I was thinking of a man who was cast away with his sole company-Wilson, the soccer ball. But as I watched the film, I was satisfied. He was able to show a professor and not a know-it-all man.
Jacques Sauniere. I've always pictured this curator as a fat man. Well, an obese if you like. So when I saw Jean-Pierre, I was surprised. I was even surprised to see him did the infamous heiros gamos.
The missing scenes:
*In his hotel room.
Professor Langdon was contacted when he was inside his hotel room through a phone call. He was still in "sleeping" state when he answered the call.
*The Fibonacci System1
The 'key' was not entered right away. They were discussing how to key in the numbers. Langdon had an idea, but Neveu's was better and correct.
*It was Sophie who figured it out!!! It was not Langdon!2
There's this part, they're still on board to London, where they were talking about "...lies beneath the rose." Langdon got the piece of metal where a note was written but they could hardly read (NOTE: I'm talking about the one in the novel.). Neveu took the metal piece and studied it. As she did so, she figured out what kind of writing system the riddle was. Langdon and Teabing couldn't figure the writing system.
*Neveu didn't figure out the meaning of the Star of David.
And don't expect it from Langdon. Believe me, the professor was even wondering "How come the Star of David?" It was the curator of the chapel who helped Langdon figure it out. If my memory's right Neveu was outside the chapel at that time.
*It was not Langdon who explained about Neveu's past.
Simple. They're saving time.
*The curator didn't reveal herself right away.
It was Neveu who said her identity, the curator just confirmed it.
*It was in his hotel room, but he was not awake.
Langdon has just awaken like from a sleep or slumber. To confirm it, he got out of bed and left. The last part, starting from Langdon's stepping out of the hotel, was correct. It was what was written in the novel.
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1 What they did here lost the thrill. I hate it.
2 This made me think, even believe, that the director of The Da Vinci Code was not a feminist. Maybe he didn't want to show how Langdon was "inferior" to Neveu's knowledge in cryptology.
Favourite lines from the movie:
Robert Langdon: "'A picture speaks a thousand words.' But what words?"
Prof. Leigh Teabing (on the blades found in military officers): "The more penises you have, the more powerful you are."
Prof. Leigh Teabing (talking to the InterPol-London): "If you really want to stop us then you could just shoot us. You can start at him." *points at his driver*
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03 May 2006
Silent Hill
Yesterday was Gamer Clan's 400th member celebration. As part of the celebration, we watched Silent Hill. It is "horror" movie but it scared me not. It actually made me, and some colleagues, burst laughing.
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27 April 2006
Ice Age 2
23 April 2006. Sunday
At 14:30,we watched Ice Age 2 in G4 Cinema. We don't usually buy popcorn when watching films, but we had fries from Burger King. Our drink was mineral water.
Sid: Maybe we could rapidly evolve into water creatures.
Diego: That's genius Sid.
Sid: Call me, Squid.
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Traffic Vulture: Parents: Please do not leave your children unattended. All unattended children will be eaten.
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Sid: Hey! Can you guys slow down? I'm dying here...
[Vultures flying above]
Sid: It's just a figure of speech!
[Runs away]
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Vultures: [singing] FOOD, glorious FOOD!
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14 April 2006
No Way Out
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Pretty Woman
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10 March 2006
Laptop
I was watching Maalaala Mo Kaya last night. The ‘segment’ was about a girl named Agnes who has congenital heart disease. The story runs while she was having an ‘escapade’ vacation in Baguio City.
The girl had already went through operations but her condition hasn’t improved so she lost hope and got tired living. While she was staying in Baguio, she accidentally met her chat mate. I find it very interessante. They became friends.
I am not here to tell the whole story so I’ll miss some parts.
When Agnes’ friend, JC, found her condition, he tried to cheer her (even when he hadn’t known it). He even convinced Agnes to undergo the operation. I personally like that part. And of course, he confessed his love to her. The nice part about it was that he wasn’t expecting Agnes to answer anything. To love someone without expecting of being loved, that’s so wonderful.
The other thing that I liked about the segment of MMK was the casting. I’m not fond of the casts, but there was someone there who I found acting naturally. The other thing about it was… I think it’s personal. I’m going to keep it to myself. As of now.
Oh! I am not yet done.
Agnes went back to Manila for her operation. During those times, they never had a communication. It was Agnes’ wish before they parted. JC respected that.
The operation was successful. Agnes came back to Baguio to surprise JC. But it was her who was surprised.
JC died of ruptured aneurism a month before Agnes came.
The story is an example of tragedy. And I love it.
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Watching last night’s show made me ponder about life. LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL. That’s what JC told Agnes. And of course, LIFE IS SHORT. You have to use it wisely. Oh, help me God. I can’t do so without Your help.
The story, even if I just think of it, makes my orbits well. I’m the type of person who likes not-your-typical-happy-ending. But as for this one, I couldn’t say “Ang saya! Namatay ang lalake.”
It leaves something that I could hardly describe. Here I go again. But the story is really beautiful, despite the death of JC. And I like Agnes’ reaction. She didn’t became pessimist, raging God with “Why did You take him away?” If I were in her place, I would ask that. But I know I won’t hate God.
I actually watched this show because of my course. I want to see different faces of reactions about suffering. I need it as a student-nurse and, hopefully, as a future registered nurse. I am glad I watched it. It was worth the late night sleep.
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02 October 2005
2 Movies
The Chronicles Of Riddick
I got sleepy in this dream, But I got intrigued when the film ended. =p
Tears Of The Sun
Oh my gulay (may ilaw na)! I almost had my philosophy got compromised! I quite know military business, But I am in the medical profession! This movie is 'brutal'. But life's more brutal. I actually said "shit"! No, I actually did shout the word. But it was just in my head. Of course, I can't spat it loud.
I'm gonna add this to my favourite movies. But I think I don't want to watch this again. I like this movie because I learn things from it.
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20 September 2005
Full House... "Aza, aza, fighting!"
I finished it today! Weeh... yokatta. *clasps hands*
Anyway, I noticed that I'm adopting some of Korean-ism. Haha... It's actually easy to influence me with... uhm... I'm at loss of the right word. T_T But it's not the first time I got influenced with Korean-ism. It did about a year ago when I was watching Non-Stop in Arirang TV.
I think I'm getting used to the way Korean speak. I need that because I could hardly speak Korean, when reading it. Of course, I couldn't just blab with words I thought are Korean.
Life isn't that easy. ^_^ Aza, aza, fighting! Fighting!
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16 September 2005
Full House
I saw my godsiblings watching Full House as I came home last night. I joined them and became interested in it. When it was already past ten p.m. they all went to bed but I stayed up watching it. I only went to bed when it was four o'clock or so. =p I woke up past eight today.
We had brownout last night because it was raining. "I can't see myself. I'm gone!" said me. I was just playing around. Heehee... Anyway, as I finished saying these words, the electricity came back to life. =p
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06 September 2005
Movies from Books
Can't they think of anything else but adapt novels into movies? Here's Harry Potter series, The LOTR trilogy, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Les Miserables, The Series of Unfortunate Events, The Bourne series, and now Pride and Prejudice. I haven't read this book but I'm planning to. It's a must have for me, a book addict. =p
Pride and Prejudice starrs Keira Knightley. I think she takes the lead role, most probably.
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