The Reading Drive is now over and I am lazy.
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Friday, June 17, 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Rebecca Black, Friday, and YouTube
You know those songs that you hate but are addicted to? You listen to them, your ears bleed, and then you show them to a friend? That's what Rebecca Black's song "Friday" is like.
Everyone is singing it and every Friday there are some "Friday" jokes. In fact, other days of the week aren't safe as there is a Tuesday version of it too.
Recently YouTube removed it. The company that made Black's song was asking for money (yeah, right, money for that song?) for people to listen to the song.
Fear not, viewers, as the "Friday" rage will still go on strong (as I've found a video of it uploaded by another YouTube user)!
Everyone is singing it and every Friday there are some "Friday" jokes. In fact, other days of the week aren't safe as there is a Tuesday version of it too.
Recently YouTube removed it. The company that made Black's song was asking for money (yeah, right, money for that song?) for people to listen to the song.
Fear not, viewers, as the "Friday" rage will still go on strong (as I've found a video of it uploaded by another YouTube user)!
Banning Movies
There are disturbing movies but should they be banned?
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
CIA Taken by Lulzsec
I am of the opinion that the USA government isn't as secure as it wants its citizens to think it is. However, I am still disturbed when that is confirmed.
The CIA website has been hacked by the group known as Lulzsec. A group of anonymous people on the internet were able to hack into a government's website. I repeat...no, I don't want to repeat that. Plus you can just reread it anyways so what's the point?
The CIA isn't just your average Joe, it's an organization with confidential information. Information that affects the security of the USA. If the wrong information is leaked it could make protecting our security hard indeed.
So, CIA, hope things work out and that the USA isn't endangered because of this.
The CIA website has been hacked by the group known as Lulzsec. A group of anonymous people on the internet were able to hack into a government's website. I repeat...no, I don't want to repeat that. Plus you can just reread it anyways so what's the point?
The CIA isn't just your average Joe, it's an organization with confidential information. Information that affects the security of the USA. If the wrong information is leaked it could make protecting our security hard indeed.
So, CIA, hope things work out and that the USA isn't endangered because of this.
The Host Rant (Part 15)
I talk about the Fireworld Discussion as read in The Host by Stephenie Meyer.
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Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Amber Portwood: Teen Mom Tries to Commit Suicide
Yes, the Teen Mom star Amber Portwood star tried to commit suicide. The mother of Gary Shirley made the call. Amber is not injured.
I am confused about this. She tried to commit suicide and wasn't injured? I have read that she was depressed and so Gary Shirley's mother made the call.
I am someone who is clinically depressed so I hope any suicidal feelings are washed away. I have read that she has other troubles and wouldn't be surprised if that part of her life is catching up with her.
I am confused about this. She tried to commit suicide and wasn't injured? I have read that she was depressed and so Gary Shirley's mother made the call.
I am someone who is clinically depressed so I hope any suicidal feelings are washed away. I have read that she has other troubles and wouldn't be surprised if that part of her life is catching up with her.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
A cool concept is neat, but it needs to last throughout the entire movie.
Title: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Based on the Short Story by: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Director: David Fincher
Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Tilda Swinton
Rated: PG-13
Released: 2008
Rating: 3/5
Oscars: 3
Basic Plot: Benjamin Button is born old and grows up into a baby.
The Concept
The concept for this movie is very neat. How would a person grow up old and die young? Besides getting to see this acted out on screen, there is symbolism for those that dig that sort of thing. To me, though, this movie's draw of a person growing up backwards doesn't last long. 30-40 minutes go on and then it loses its charm and this is a 2 hour and 30 minute movie (or a little longer). The slow pace does wear down on one (and this from someone who is mesmerized by 2001: A Space Odyssey all the way through) though there are scenes that make you feel decent for waiting.
Daisy
When Benjamin has his first interaction with Daisy it's very clear that Daisy is his love interest. It's not very subtle which makes their first time together like a bright light shining in your face shouting that they're meant to be together forever. Benjamin does die in her arms, but they do go through some turmoil. Plus, both Daisy and Benjamin get love interests, besides each other, during the movie. So the movie does get some brownie points for that.
Benjamin's Adopted Mother
This woman is a very amusing part of the movie. She is the one to first accept Benjamin and keep him safe. If I had to pick a favorite person of the movie, it would be her. Her strength and faith are very comforting to watch on screen. Benjamin goes away for awhile and she always accepts him back in.
Final Thoughts
Cinema Snobs will really dig this movie as it's slow, drawn out, and has symbolism. Other people that were attracted by the concept only, don't bother watching it. Myself, I can tell the beauty of the film but it had the failings of not holding my interests for the entire movie and making me wonder if it was worth watching the entire movie.
Title: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Based on the Short Story by: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Director: David Fincher
Starring: Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Tilda Swinton
Rated: PG-13
Released: 2008
Rating: 3/5
Oscars: 3
Basic Plot: Benjamin Button is born old and grows up into a baby.
The Concept
The concept for this movie is very neat. How would a person grow up old and die young? Besides getting to see this acted out on screen, there is symbolism for those that dig that sort of thing. To me, though, this movie's draw of a person growing up backwards doesn't last long. 30-40 minutes go on and then it loses its charm and this is a 2 hour and 30 minute movie (or a little longer). The slow pace does wear down on one (and this from someone who is mesmerized by 2001: A Space Odyssey all the way through) though there are scenes that make you feel decent for waiting.
Daisy
When Benjamin has his first interaction with Daisy it's very clear that Daisy is his love interest. It's not very subtle which makes their first time together like a bright light shining in your face shouting that they're meant to be together forever. Benjamin does die in her arms, but they do go through some turmoil. Plus, both Daisy and Benjamin get love interests, besides each other, during the movie. So the movie does get some brownie points for that.
Benjamin's Adopted Mother
This woman is a very amusing part of the movie. She is the one to first accept Benjamin and keep him safe. If I had to pick a favorite person of the movie, it would be her. Her strength and faith are very comforting to watch on screen. Benjamin goes away for awhile and she always accepts him back in.
Final Thoughts
Cinema Snobs will really dig this movie as it's slow, drawn out, and has symbolism. Other people that were attracted by the concept only, don't bother watching it. Myself, I can tell the beauty of the film but it had the failings of not holding my interests for the entire movie and making me wonder if it was worth watching the entire movie.
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