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Things I Learned from Movies & TV Shows: Part 1

Student: Miss, since you love movies so much, can you tell us what's your top favorite movie?

Me: Erm....

Student: I mean, the one that had an impact on you?

Me: Let me see....erm...

Student: You don't have one?

 Me: (I'm thinking, dammit!)

Truth is, it's hard to say. I've watched too many. Have you ever had so many choices that you end up not choosing anything? I can name some movies, but I'll end up missing a few that actually matter. So I just....blanked out. But I can tell you some of the things I learned from movies and TV shows. First up: Bridget Jones's Diary/Pride & Prejudice/Sherlock

1. These are the words all women want to hear and these are the kind of men we want to marry.

2. However, there is always a hidden asshole in everyone. Even if he is Prince Charming.

3. Also, glad to know I'm not the only one feeling empty these days:

4. And like Bridget, no matter how much rice I take out of my daily meals...............

5. On the other hand, since Mr Holmes's ego is also mine....

So yes, movies and TV shows actually taught me some things. For example, sometimes things might turn out alright even if you're the most messed up person in the world. And maybe there is such a thing as true love even if it only happens to everyone else but me. Cause even when most of the time when I see this:

I feel like doing this:

whenever I see this:

I go like this:

FIN.

I guess there's a little bit of a romantic in me, huh?

not kicking my bucket yet, but just in case...here's the list

1. Re-learn basic maths. And I do mean basic.
2. Draw or paint something not laughable. Right now, a cat that I draw can also be either a mutated dog or a really fancy table. Depending on your psychotic tendency.
3. Write a short story/novel that looks like fiction but is actually about myself.
4. Volunteer at a zoo/charity organization. Frankly, I just want to play in the water with baby elephants.
5. Learn how to bake anything yummy. 'Cause apparently everyone can do it these days.
6. Memorize basic computer (MS-DOS) commands 'cause it's about damn time.
7. Read all the books that I've bought and all the movies I've downloaded.
8. Learn how to play a musical instrument. For some reason I'm thinking about harmonica.
9. Try bungee jumping and riding in a zorb (globe riding) in New Zealand. Or maybe just take  pictures from The Lord of The Rings film site. Yeah, I'm lazy like that.
10. All around the world tour (especially Barcelona, Bruges, Budapest, London, New York, Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong, Paris & Rome)
11.Go to a public bath house in South Korea and put my hair in two cute towel buns.
12.Sleep in a Japanese capsule hotel and pretend I'm Ryan Reynolds from the movie Buried by screaming "I'm buried in a box! I'm buried in a box!" repeatedly.
13.Quit whatever job I have and open a bookstore. 
14.Act in a movie (a home movie is good enough - quite an achievement, really) and post it on Youtube.
15.Learn another foreign language.
16.Sing and record a song (write the lyrics as well).
17. Adopt a random child from somewhere in Africa.   
18.Visit all the seven wonders of the world - ancient, modern, whatever - especially the Stonehenge (how very Tess of the D'urbervilles of me)
19.Go to Comic-Con. You know why.
20.Have a connection with a stranger ala Before Sunset/Before Sunrise.
21.Research about something weird so I can win the Ig Nobel Prize. Will my name be forever carved into history books? Probably not, but at least it's some kind of recognition.

But then again, the zombie apocalypse will probably happen anytime soon, so why bother?

you will betray me, baby, and i will be true

Wow. I really haven't been doing anything much these days except for going to work. But lately I've been catching up on my reading. The last book that I managed to finish reading was "The Romantics" by Galt Niederhoffer. Bought it for RM9.90 at (where else?) the bargain corner @ BookXcess. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the book. I saw the movie last year, and I thought it was pretty good but the book is definitely better. But only because there are more explanation and background stories about the relationships between the 9 friends (7 in the movie).

The movie focuses more on the three main characters (Laura, Lila & Tom) & their destructive 'love triangle'. I think the movie missed out on the opportunity to explore the dynamics between the rest of the group, which can be pretty hilarious. Also, the book gives more insights on the group's shared feeling of hopelessness & restlessness which is pretty similar to what I think all of us are going through. And by us, I mean people who are in their mid to late twenties. Issues like broken dreams (or lack thereof), dissatisfaction in relationships/marriages & the fear of letting go of control and really just putting yourself out there emotionally are cleverly insinuated throughout the book.

I also think the verbal sparring between the girls and the guys are perfectly written. Friends do that, don't they? Instead of an outright confrontation, we snap at each other when we're angry and attack each other's weaknesses with biting words. And this is done in such a cunning way that you don't know whether to take the words as insults or mere comments. Either way, you can't really ask because then you'd actually fight and your relationship might be damaged by it.  

The writer also wrote the screenplay & directed the movie so I think the overall mood/sentiment of the film stays true to the book. And there's one line in the movie which is not in the book that I think is the best line to sum up Tom's real reason for staying and choosing Lila instead of Laura.

Tom: What I'm trying to say is....I'm afraid of the ocean.

Now, this line would only make sense if you know the difference between Laura and Lila. Basically, Laura = passionate, intelligent, creative & Lila = predictable, superficial, controlled. So Laura is the ocean that Tom is afraid of. And I also like these lines:

Tom: You know, boring is better than maddening.

Laura: I'd rather die of excitement.

LOL. Tom basically just admitted that Lila is boring. You might think that I identify with Laura, but I think I'm actually more like Tom. A freaking coward when it comes to emotions. Like Laura pointed out to Tom, "Greatness makes me sick." Well, the 'me' is not her. She was mocking Tom. Anyway, it's an excellent book, and the movie is pretty awesome too. I know a lot of people hate the ending but I think it's perfect. Don't worry, I won't spoil it for those who haven't watched it yet. So, if you're looking for a book or a movie, check this one out. Just don't kill me if you hate it.

P/S: The soundtrack is pretty bitchin'.

you love all sailors, but hate the beach

I'm not sure if any of you guys are familiar with the 'shipping' phenomenon that avid (or rather, rabid) TV show fans have about couples they love from a TV series or movies. Well, they don't necessarily have to be an official couple, maybe just a pairing of two characters that have chemistry. Shipping basically means you love 'em, root for 'em and want them to end up together. At the very least, once.You might ask, shipping? How old are you, twelve? To that I say, bugger off! I'm sexy and I know it. Tak taula pasaipa respon camtu. Anyhoo, since I'm now a rising apek DVD (Nazlin - watch the throne, beetch. haha), I've been downloading TV shows like crazy. But my favourite couples are always the ones who are not couples. Not yet, at least - hey, being in denial is my prerogative. I don't need permission....make my own decision...sing it! Here's the countdown of my 5 (or 6?) favourite 'couples' on TV right now:

5. Alisha & Simon (Misfits) - Salisha

It's a shame this show is not aired in Malaysia, but it rawks y'all. It's a British series about troubled teens who acquired super powers after being struck by lightning. Yes. Trust me, it is as quirky as it sounds - Alisha's power? She sends people into a sexual frenzy when they touch her skin. And Simon is a-dorable. Kinda retarded at times, but in an oh-so-cute way.

4. Annie & Abed (Community) - err. ade ke gabungan nama?

Coz both their names start with an 'A', susah ni.

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Annie & Jeff (Community) - Jannie

I really can't decide between these two pairings. I used to love Annie & Jeff, but I get bored very easily and Abed & Annie are just hilarious. She always seems to fall for him whenever he plays a character. Han Solo, Don Draper..etc.

3. Franky & Nick (Skins - 3rd Generation) - Nanky? Frick sounds so wrong.

I don't know what it is about these two, but I just love 'em. He always protects her in subtle ways. I don't think she even notices it coz she's too wrapped up with his 'mysterious' brother, Matty. Whatevs. Another British show about teens that's not aired here. But this one's more rock 'n' roll. And drugs. And parties. And sex. OK, so maybe that's why it's not shown in Malaysia.

 2. Bonnie & Damon (The Vampire Diaries) - Bamon

I loved them even before I knew that they actually have a 'thing' in the book series. Honestly, I think they have more chemistry than Elena & Damon. Probably coz Elena is annoying, wishy washy and so...insipid. "Uuuu Stefan is a bad guy now, I have to move on." Helloooo? Damon kills people without remorse kot. Bole plak ko terima. At least Bonnie accepts & see people (esp. Damon) as they are. I also kinda like Bonnie with Klaus. hihi.

1. Dan & Blair (Gossip Girl) - Dair

This is the one pairing that I thought would never happen. So I just ship them in silence for the longest time - otherwise people will be like, seriously? Then, just when I was about to outgrow Gossip Girl (I mean, it's basically a soap opera for teens), Season 4 happened. Dan & Blair (sort of) happened. And I just freaked! So now who's the crazy one, beetches? Gotta say though, they're the only reason I'm even watching this crap. They started off with this love-hate r'ship & ended up being soulmates. They know each other so well & accepts each other's faults. Also, they're sweet & funny whenever they're together. I just....awww...

So there you have it. Give some love to couples you have shipped hard for throughout the years. Come on, Pacey & Joey from Dawson's Creek? Rachel & Ross from Friends? - though I'm more Monica/Chandler myself. Buffy & Spike from Buffy The Vampire Slayer? Rory & Jess from Gilmore Girls? Veronica & Logan from Veronica Mars? OK, maybe I should just stop.

porn de replay

Random conversation:

Bak Kut Teh: Have you heard of Rocco Siffredi?

Me: Who? Rocco Stiff-Ready? hahahaha (gelak lawak sendiri)

Bak Kut Teh: Hahaha. You ah, so dirty-minded one. Siffredi la.

Me: (malu skit sebab x rapat sangat ngan die ni) Ehek. So, who's he? Never heard of him. Writer ke?

Bak Kut Teh: No lah, he's this famous porn star.

Done.

And I'm the dirty-minded one here. Btw, Bak Kut Teh is a pseudonym for a chinese friend of mine, I didn't go to Kedai Bak Kut Teh Ah Lian, bought a bowl of Bak Kut Teh and have an imaginary conversation with it.

Talking about funny names, here's a clip from Graham Norton. Sorry, it's an old episode and the quality is a bit off.

eh eh eh

Remember my entry on vibrators a while back? Well, apparently they're making (or already made la) a movie about it. Weird. Aku mmg patut dok Hollywood la camni. hoho. Hugh Dancy kot berlakon! Takleh jadik ni, kene tengok. Would you like a cup of tea? Sambil usap2 kucing. Sebab British.