Howdy ya'll. Had us some good times in Jackson Hole and Yella'stone this past week. But until I can get the many great foto grafiti's I shall wait on that update. I'm sure ya'll er just dyin to know!!!....!!!!
Speaking of Pez, I want this Pez Dispenser. Whoever can get it for me I will tap your bottom lovingly.
Ok, which of you hasn't seen WALL*E yet? Why are you still reading this? Diddny/Pixar continue their winning streak. Wall-E McWall looks like Johnny 5's kid brother, except he doesn't speak more than a few digitized syllables. Infact, I think that's one reason I loved this one. All of 'em blip about like droids from Star Wars (Thanks to Skywalker Sound I am sure) and I love it. For some reason I am a complete sucker for strange electronic noises (probably why I love Radiohead's Kid A and the like). Aside from that, the story is excellent, touching and funny. Has a good "green" message, as well as a "get-off-yer-lazy-arse-and-do-somethin-with-yourself" message. Still, that doesn't distract from the fun. It's not propaganda, its just a smart movie about a friendly bot. Gotta love that. Every time the Eve bot laughed I got a kick out of it. Up there with Iron Man as my fav of the season so far.
THE WORLD CHAMPION BOSTON CELTICS The Big 3 (Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, Paul Pierce) all finally saw their first championship
Finally, my favorite player in the NBA wins his first. I've watched him for over a decade and now he gets his with a bang! Go KG!
Not only did my favorite player get his, but they CRUSHED the life out of my least favorite player and his Satanic Team of Misfits in record breaking fashion. Seeing Kevin Garnett win, and Kobe Bryant lose...ah how sweet it is! (Kobe is like that kid in high school that thinks he is SO friggin' cool that you love it when they fall...HARD.)
And the Celtics doth record break:
Finals record 18 steals in a game
Tie for most 3 pointers in a Finals game by a player (Ray Allen's 7)
Held Lakers to a Finals record-low 2 offensive rebounds
Largest Finals margin of victory for an elimination game: 39 points
The Celts DOMINATED in every category: points (131-91) rebounds(48–29), turnovers (7–19), steals (18–4), assists (33–16) and blocks (4–0)
Behold...
Game Highlights
Celtic Pride!
KG Takes Over
These are the kind of people that should win. High off his gourd from the thrill of victory and full of emotion.
Kevin Garnett: World Champion
Well done, Boston. Suck it Lakers.
And it looks as though the Hulkster celebrated in his own way by the above picture.By the way, quick review... I really liked the new Hulk. Then again, I loved the first one they did. Its not exactly a sequel as they sorta reinvented it. Not as stylistic as the first, but definately more action packed...and what else do you want with a shmo like the Hulk?
I've decided I really enjoy big angry fellas that get pissed and destroy things. Wishful thinking I suppose.
So, I was eatin' me some Ling Lings Potstickers the other day. Dems good. Not quite as tasty as a homemade gyoza, but "oishii" nontheless. There was a time on my mission when a companion of mine slaved over a small Japanese table making hordes of these morcels, and I downed half of them in about 5 minutes. "It took me forever to make those!" he said (in Japanese.)
My bro Daniel said it sounds like a band... "Ling Ling and the Potstickers." Then I got to thinkin... Potsticker-itus sounds like a disease... Potsticker-mus sounds like a dinosaur... PotSTINKer sounds gross... and Ling Lings sounds like Ting Tings:
And speaking of Chinese Panda's and potstickers....
Suh-WEETNESS! I wanted to see this one since I first heard about it, but this flick exceeded even my expectations. Tis a Jack Black movie, only he looks like a panda. His humor is fully translated. Plus, its got some amazing animation, specifically in the action scenes. My favorite is the various "Buh-HAW's" and "yack-huh-huh" grunts Po the Panda makes as he's getting smacked around. Definately a kung-fun film.
Tomorrow, The Incredible Hulk comes out which I am excited for of course. As well as M. Night Shyamalamadingdong's The Happening, which is rumored to have the first Dragon Ball teaser trailer...we shall see. <--- This is a picture of the Hulk man I have that I shall be bringing to the theater with me. Shutup.
I decided to supply you with a "song of the moment" type thing now and again showcasing something I have been listening to lately, new or old. (In the grand tradition of my buddy Matt @ spitcake)
Lets kick that off in celebration of two exciting releases happening this month. (You can download these by right clicking them, or just stream them with some normal clickery)
Sigur Ros (one of my favs) graces us with their Icelandic genius once again with their new album (brace yourself...) "Með suð í eyrum við spilum endalaust" which apparently means "With a Buzz in Our Ears We Play Endlessly." This is their first single which is quite different from their past material. Gobbledigook
To those unaware of their greatness, I feel the need to insist you behold them! Here is a bonus track from their album by the same name, Agaetis Byjun ("an alright start") This one has put me to sleep for the last couple nights.
Also coming out(next week infact) Coldplay's new one Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends (what's with the long winded titles these days?) Everyone knows Coldplay, and you have most likely heard the song "Viva la Vida" on the iTunes commercial. Though I am a big fan, I haven't been that impressed with a Coldplay single since I heard their first one "Yellow" back in the day. The new album is fantastic! Here is another stand out track for ya: Strawberry Swing
Finally, I have decided my kid brothers are starting to surpass me in witty humor. Check dem blogs for proof: Jordy and DanWell, das it for now. Enjoy your days.
Wow, I really haven't put much on here lately. For the couple that noticed my absence, I do yet live. My only explantion is I have had TOO much time on my hands these days, and as a result I have played too many video games. (specifically, NBA 2k8... i stuck a fake super hero on the Bulls and have pulled them to the playoffs!)
One reason is that I was pretty sick this past weekend, having contracted some stomach virus that my brother gave to my brother gave to my mother gave to me. I just have to reitterate how much I HATE vomitting...it is possibly the worst physical feeling a human can naturally go through in my opinion. (I dare liken it unto the exact opposite of an orgasm. Ahem...moving on...) and it doesn't help that I am the most vocal vomitter ever. Cass high tailed it to her mom's house while I quarantined myself for a day or so.
Also, I am currently jobless. That's right kids, the Big Kirk is a bum while his lovely wife rakes in the cash for us. I don't consider that a good thing. I have looked a bit though. I have put in resume's to a few publishing companies for possible illustration jobs, and a few other random places doing other random things. Anyone have any leads on a good semi-job that will work with my school? If not that, at least something decent for the summer? Help me out, peops!
Furthermore, I have seen some good flicks lately:
This is a tad late, so most of you have possibly seen it already. But if not, I have seen it twice for you. Are you a fan of Dr. Jones? If you are, I think you should like the new one. Too many people expect too much from a movie like this. Were the originals GREAT movies? Not really, but they were some of the FUNNEST you'll ever see. No doubt by now everyone has heard of the sci-fi-ish ending that alot are hating over. I honestly didn't mind it. Of course, this is coming from the kid who LOVES the heart sucking Temple of Doom (why does everyone hate that one?? Docta Jone! Docta Jone!). One thing I loved about his new one is the no holds barred rediculous action stunts. Its hilarious and cool at the same time, and I think its supposed to be. Give it a shot and have fun. Indy still got game! I'd give it 7 out of 10 Crystal Skulls.
Cass and I got a chance to see The Fall in the one theater it was playing in Utah. Many of you probably haven't heard of it, but we've been waiting for it for months. Staring Lee Pace (from the genius Pushing Daisies show that returns this fall!) as an injured silent film stuntman, and a brilliant performance by Cantinca Untaru as a fellow hospital patient that will cute the buttons off your shirt and tug the tears out your eyes. Its somewhat of a Princess Bride type of movie, where a story is being told, and we see it through the innocent imagination of a child. It is rated R for some slight violence as well as mature themes including suicide, but it is an outright fabulous movie. It is a little "artsy" and could be hard to follow at first, but I suggest it to anyone willing to give it a shot. BEAUTIFUL cinematography (shot in 18 different countries) with a very touching and often humorous story. I give it a 9.5 out of 10. Here's a preview:
Speaking of NBA, though my favorite team (the Jazz) did loose, my favorite player (Kevin Garnett) pulled the Celtics to a finals appearance and is set to begin his annihilation of Kobe-frickin'-Bryant tonight! Its gonna be a rumble of historic proportions as the two franchises witht he most Finals wins in history face off yet again! Party at Blair's. FO SHO
Well, I also started up a seperate blog dedicated to my art for the sake of making a mini-portfolio of sorts (link at top right of page). I'll update it now and then with new and old stuff, so check it on out if''n ya like! Here's a lil somethin recent to get ya there.
Saw it Friday. Twas good stuff! Every bit as good, if not better than the first. But, it is different. It jumps right into the action, which is plentiful. It is a tad less "for-kids" than the first. Rather than killing creatures at will, they are slicing up humans. Kind of Braveheart for kids. Its also funnier I think. The kid that plays Peter is quite an intense actor I think. He's the only one you truely believe is in a battle. They are all good though. If'n ya saw the first, and liked it, ya'll shant be disappoited! Cass thinks Caspian is hot, but I liked the warrior mouse. : )
This week, INDIANA JONES! WOO!
Other news: Cass found this adverstisement for the Dragonball movie. Its from a Shonen Jump (the magazine Dragonball originally came from) I believe.
Suh-WEET! I can't wait! It comes out next year sometime. Justin Chatwin (War of the Worlds, Invisible) is Goku, Emmy Rossum (Phantom of the Opera) is Bulma, and Chow Yun Fat (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) is Master Roshi. Also, Stephen Chow (Kung Fu Hustle, Shaolin Soccer) is producing so I hope he has a lot of say in how its done. I doubt it will end up being amazing, but my hope is if they do the movie anything like Kung Fu Hustle it will be genius! Keep in mind all you DB fans, this is starting out pre "DBZ," so you aren't gonna see any Super Saiyans or Saiyans period probably. Still, is' gon' be off da CHAIN!
Well, lately I've been making a pretty sweet cartoon. My first animated short! I think I should be done with it tomorrow. Also, I think its high time I had another list on here.
The Jazz sadly have been eliminated by Satan's team, the Lakers. But, though my favorite team is gone, my favorite players till lives. Kevin Garnett and the Celtics are still alive, and shall CRRRRUSH (roll the R) the Lakers come finals time...if the Hornets don't beat 'em.
Finally its starting to get a little warmer, and my skin a little darker. Ok...that's a lie. But Summa' Time is just around the corner. My Cass has made herself a summer mix (which she has posted at her blog) and I definately need to do that as well. But, for now, its dem movies that are on my mind. Most of you that know me well know I am a movie geek. My friends usually start a conversation about movies with "how is this movie?" rather than "have you seen this movie yet?" I don't get around as much as I did, but I still see myself a flick or two when they come around. Last week began the onslaught of summer movie mayhem. From now until August, every single week has something that I must see. I write this now cuz I am still on a high from this week's arrival (more on that later). LAST WEEK: ch-Check. Saw it twice. Marvel does it AGAIN! One of the best comic book movies ever created, in my opinion. Not only are the special effects and action scenes inevitably amazing, it has a very modern and compelling story, GREAT acting, and its also hilarious. (Director John Favreau directed Elf among other things). Yes, it is as good as it seems. If you haven't seen it yet, I don't think you should be my friend until you do. I usually don't give official ratings, but if I did, I'd give it 5/5 Iron Men.
THIS WEEK: Whew! I just got back from this one and boy are my arms tired! Ba-HA! I have noticed this movie is not getting great reviews. Why? Because all those official critics sitting behind a bland mahogany desk in a room with no sunshine have not sat and watched saturday morning cartoons, specifically Japanese cartoons, through their whole childhood (and into adulthood for some of us). They never had a childhood, they didn't kick it old school. Fan of the series or not, if you enjoy the over the top bombast of most things Japanese, this live-action anime will have your heart racing. I suppose it might be too much for SOME of you...but I absolutely loved it. Its only possible flaw is that it was slightly long, but I didn't notice much with how fast paced it was. I literally cheered when Speed would win (I mean...or does he lose? Ahem...), and after the flick was over I stood up and burst into Nihongo with my fist in the air. "Kore kara mo IKUZO!" 4.5/5 chimps in suits. (This movie got me so Japanisized I think I shall finally make a list of my fav Japanese music artists...stay tuned!)
And here is the forcast until August...
MAY:
next week - Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Week 4 - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Week 5 - Sex & the City (I have an obsessed wife...)
JUNE:
week 1 - Kung Fu Panda
week 2 - The Happening, The Incredible Hulk
week 3 - Get Smart
week 4 - Wall-E, Wanted
JULY:
week 1 - Hancock
week 2 - Hellboy 2: the Golden Army
week 3 - The Dark Knight
week 4 - Step Brothers, X-Files: I Want to Believe
Am I a nerd or what? And proud of it! And these don't include the myriad of limited release films I probably won't get to see (for example The Fall) and the few in August (Star Wars Clone Wars). If'n any o' ya's wants to party harty with us at these films, you are welcome to join the festifications.
On a fun side note, today I saw cousin Dave and his wife Karen and met their chubbalub, Eli. Twas good to catch up and remember old school times (like...semi trucks? I have pictures...)
Ok, I'm still working on gettin my official best of lists out for everyone's boredom. But, in the meantime, I have come across a couple of morcels in the last few days I must speak of. First, the movie Juno, staring Ellen Page (X-Men 3) and Michael Cera (Superbad, Arrested Developement) Just saw this, and it is a fantastically quirky film that made my wife cry (I don't cry in movies a whole lot...). Superb acting, witty dialogue, and real-life humor. Instead of telling you what it's about, here is a trailer for your viewing pleasure. If I was into giving things a numerical rating, I would give it 4/5 Chairs, and its one of my fav movies of 07 now. Go see it!
Second, the currently-on-hiatus-cuz-of-writer's-strike gem of a television show, Pushing Daisies. I don't watch a whole lot of tv these days, but Cass introduced me to this nugget online recently, and I am quite sad I missed the 9 episodes that have aired. It is totally my kind of show. Very goofy, slightly twisted, and (dare I say the word...) "cute." I plan to watch all 9 episodes online, and follow it religiously when it comes back on the air. Here's a trailer!
