Par un curieux hasard, je me suis retrouvée au lancement de la page facebook et Twitter de la ville de Sorel-Tracy. Pour tous les incultes de la géographie québécoise voici une toute petite carte:
Bref, une petite soirée fort sympathique avec des cupcakes inspirés, des J'aime! un peu partout et de la bonne compagnie!
Qui m'accompagnait? Ma belle-soeur, Maude, Conrad et bien sûre la fameuse Camille DG! Voici le super vidéo réalisé pour l'occasion:
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Just a little post for you about a fanmade movie that just arrived on ZE Youtube.
Basically, Casey Pugh, the creator, asked youtubers to recreate 15 seconds of a Star Wars: A New Hope's scene and remade the complete movie with it. The result is creative and free to watch on youtube (or on this blog hihihi...)
Trust me, you will not be able to stop watching until the end...
You can see the power of crowdsourcing right there...
Just truly fascinating the imagination some people have... it's crazy!
Question of the post: Which SW movie is your favourite and why? Are you more of a Trekkie?
Love you all, I hope to see you soon! Please leave a comment, it makes me feel good inside ;)
Peace out.
Are you interested in politics? American politics?
Well, you should. The next President of the United States will determine the future of the world.
I am not exagerating.If they cannot balance their budget and repay their debt of 15 000 billion dollars*, we, CANADIANS, are in DANGER . According to the US Department of State, 75% of our export goods and services goes to the States*. If they stop buying, we are in trouble, and that's only one of the many problems related to the economy...
So. Who's in the race?
Democrats:Obama. He lost so many supporters by not delivering the miracles he promised. He was blocked every step of the way (except for Don't Ask Don't Tell and healthcare but this one is going to the supreme court). It's like hiring someone to do a specific job and not giving him the tools to do it. Also, I'm very disappointed with Obama regarding the Wall Street regulations. He didn't fight hard enough. When I say fight, I mean speak out, blame and expose the truth. Too diplomat some will say...
Republicans: Only a couple of guys left running. Mitt Romney, mormon. He thinks that regulations are killing the jobs in America. Pro-life. Thinks Corporations are people. That homosexuals shouldn't have the right to marry. That you should cut taxes for rix people (the 1%: over $375 000 a year). Newt Gingrich, extremely conservative. Also against gay marriage. Cheated on his first wife and left her while she was recovering from cancer and at the same time accusing Bill Clinton of having an affair in the 90s. Cheated on his second wife while she was suffering from Multiple Sclerosis and asked for an open marriage. Nuff' said. Rick Santorum, also extremely conservative. Against gay marriage and homosexuals in general. Google the word Santorum just for fun... No real plan for the economy, nice sweater vests. Oh and against abortion. Ron Paul, libertarian. The most consistent candidate. He never changed his position on taxes or religion, war, etc. Agains any war, wants minimal taxation. The most experienced candidate, his fans are beyond LOYAL.
Independent:Now that's where it gets fun. Stephen Colbert. Comedian, plays a conservative pundits. The man can work a crowd like no other. Decided to show the american public how the corporations and the superpacs are influencing the campaign. He created his own Superpac and exploratory committee. See for yourself:
So this is a incredibely short summary of what is going on. I'll write more on the subject as the weeks go by. If you want me to write about one guy in particular, leave a comment below. Question of the Post: For whom would you vote? Why? Why not? What are you worried about in this election? Love you all, hope you liked my first kind of serious post. Peace out.
Ok you wonderful internet people, I know I haven't been around in a long long time and I apologize for that. Here is a video of an insanely cute puppy to make it up to you:
Sometimes, real life takes over and, to be honest, real life has been pretty good to me. First of all: Christmas. I'm one of those people that are overly excited about it and WAY too soon, like mid-october soon. Singing some holiday's songs just brings me joy and faith.Oh and presents are awesome too ;)
Second of all: laziness. The force/mouvement of inertia. Once you stop, it's hard to get back on, especially since this blog is not a homework anymore. But you know what? I love to write on my blog. I feel like I create something, that my time isn't wasted. It feels like working when in facts, I'm really just taking breaks from studying.
Last of all: internet overdose. I was on the internet all the time for school and at home. I felt connected 24/7. Being on the internet reminded me of school and work so I just cut it. I tried to restrain myself by not checking facebook/twitter/9gag/youtube 5 times a day. The results: I lived a little, went out more (but then I have no money) and slept on average 2 hours more each night (wonderful isn't it?).
So. What's the plan for the future? Hmmm.. some book reviews (I do read books sometimes when the internet is down), some movie reviews (ok I've seen them all don't judge me), some CD reviews (although I am broke --> youtube time before SOPA kills it), some photography ( I did some before the temperature fell below -32, nearly lost a finger)
Here is a little preview just for you:
There you have it America, I'm back.
Love you all, I hope you had a nice break and that your New Year's resolutions haven't already failed. Leave a comment, I want suggestions! Anything! (Yes I am THAT desperate ;)
Alex: So, are there any rules? Paul: Rules? Alex: Ground rules. Anything I should know before we start? Paul: Oh... Not really. It's more or less.. up to you Alex: Oh right, right I'm the customer. Paul: Yeah, though in my profession we say that the customer is always wrong
(Silence) Paul: It's a therapist joke.
"A psychotherapist questions his abilities and gets help by reuniting with his old therapist, whom he has not seen for ten years." -IMDb
I'm changing things up today; I'm doing a TV suggestion for you. I don't know your style, but usually people don't like to be treated like idiots. For that, you have American Idol, Keeping Up with the Kardashians and so on. But for 100 American Idol, you have 1 West Wing. You have 1 Six Feet Under. You have 1 19-2 (those from Qc will understand). These series that have serious writing solid acting performances and a story that will make you come back for more.
In Treatment is one of these series. It aired on HBO from 2008 to 2010. 3 seasons of 48 episodes. It's 22 minutes of therapy with Paul and one of his patients. For example, the monday show is Laura's therapy. Tuesday is Alex therapy, and so on. You'll become addicted, you won't be able to stop until each week is done (+/- 100 minutes).
The serie won 4 emmys, was nominated for 30. It is definetaly worth watching. Please just try it out (ok you have the right to wait after the finals haha). You'll be surprised to recognize some famous faces here and there: Mia Wasikowska (Alice in Wonderland), Josh Charles (The Good Wife) and Michelle Forbes (True Blood).
That's it for now, I'll go study (Wow that's a first!)
Love y'all, Peace out! Question of the Post: Which serie are you the most addicted to? What is the worst serie you have ever watched?
"As the face of law enforcement in America for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career and his life." - IMDb
Now, that one I wanted to see for a long time. It was just meant to be excellent. Clint Eastwood, Dustin Lance Back and Leonardo Dicaprio. It's like the first trio at the All-Star Game. Just add Armie Hammer (the delightful Winklevoss twins in The Social Network) and VOILÀ! Recipe for success.
I have to admit I had high expectations but they were met, ni plus ni moins. The script was smart, well-written and respectful of the characters' personality. The angles were neat, dark and simple. Dicaprio's performance was simply mind-blowing: goodbye attractive and confident Hollywood star, Hello fat, paranoid, sick old man. Paranoid, that is the word that could describe J. Edgar. He was scared of everything and had so much power that he created this tank that was the FBI.
Positive: Everything. Tolson and Edgar fighting. Negative: A bit long, not for everybody.
Final mark: 9/10. Close to perfection, I can foreshadow an Oscar for Hammer and DiCaprio (not for Eastwood, but thanks for playing).
Question of the Post: What is the best actor transformation you have ever seen?
Please leave a comment, it makes me happy!
Love y'all, Peace Out!
"Theseus is a mortal man chosen by Zeus to lead the fight against the ruthless King Hyperion, who is on a rampage across Greece to obtain a weapon that can destroy humanity." -IMDb
Do you like shirtless dudes? Do you like endless fight scenes? Do you likeEPIC graphic and special effects? Than this movie is for you. It wont win an oscar, I can tell you that.
The film is boringLONG, almost two hours. And there is not a lot of story to rely on, only dramatic eye contact and blood filled murders. I'm a big fan of this kind of movie (300, Ninja Assassin) but I got bored after an hour. My dad hated it, my brother loved it, I tought it was Gnahhhh in the middle. Go figure...
Positive: hot guys, not so terrible acting, Epic fight scenes/special effect, JOSEPH MORGAN <3 (those who watch The Vampire Diaries will know which one I'm talking about). Negative: Freida Peinto (much better at taking care of monkeys in Planet of The Apes), weird story line, the destiny of Joseph Morgan's character (he is doomed from the start). LOOOOOONG.
P.S. Zeus is a BAMF. My final note: 6/10. Seeing it in 3D is worth it, and I got no headache so yayy! I would say watch it in 3D or wait for it to air on the Movie Network. Henry Cavill, a name to remember; he is the next Superman after all!
Question of the Post: What do you think of that kind of films (extremely violent, greek style)? Do you want me to review a special movie for you? Leave a comment or Zeus will catch you!
Alex: So, are there any rules?
