Let me just say I love my co-workers. Just had a conversation happen at my desk about "soft core lady porn" (thanks Sean for the name). My co-worker Lady X is into these soft core porn books (www.jrward.com) and was telling us about her private group on goodreads.com. Sean is thinking he can write one of these novels. Go for it!
And then lovely Jessie told us about inlaw-ism #412....see her in-laws come to visit each year from England. And they do have some odd ways. Lovely people..... But #412 is when they re-use paper plates. Jessie went to the cabinet this morning to get a paper plate and it was a used one. Ewwww! More to come from the British in-laws I'm sure.
It is hard to get back into the swing of things after being off work for a week. Course it didn't help that some bee-atch was on my ass this morning on Lamar. I guess because she drives a Mercedes SUV, she is allowed to go much faster than the rest of us. She did appear to be very young and I'm sure her daddy bought her that car.
Heard on the radio this morning that news reports are stating that Mike Meyers is coming out of the closet. Wow was all I had to say!
Till next time....
Friday, March 20, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
SXSW - Day 6
I'm a bit late ... my air conditioning broke last night but it is fixed now. Yay!
I just saw one film last night the documentary "The Eyes of Me". It was about students at the Texas School for the Blind. It was an adequate documentary but I really would have liked to learn more about the school, how they educate the students and how they learn to cope with every day life. It did focus on 4 individuals and it was well done, it just left me wanting more substance.
I start work again tomorrow and I only have one more film on the agenda for Saturday - "500 Days of Summer" with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who is one of my favorite young actors. You might remember him from "Third Rock from the Sun".
For all you out there enjoying the music part of SXSW - more power to you!
I just saw one film last night the documentary "The Eyes of Me". It was about students at the Texas School for the Blind. It was an adequate documentary but I really would have liked to learn more about the school, how they educate the students and how they learn to cope with every day life. It did focus on 4 individuals and it was well done, it just left me wanting more substance.
I start work again tomorrow and I only have one more film on the agenda for Saturday - "500 Days of Summer" with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who is one of my favorite young actors. You might remember him from "Third Rock from the Sun".
For all you out there enjoying the music part of SXSW - more power to you!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
SXSW - Day 4 and 5
Sorry folks, I am behind. The sun got the best of me today.
Monday night I saw "Sunshine", a great documentary about adoption, being a single mom and how families are not typical these days. Very well done considering the film was about the filmmaker.
Today I saw the documentary called "Over the Hills and Far Away" about a family's journey to "heal" their child of autism. The editing of this doc was exceptional. I'm still amazed at the story and how this husband and wife have dealt with their child's autism. Considering the rise of this condition, I agree that people with autism need to be incorporated into society, should be regarded for their exceptional abilities and that there need to be more resources to help the families and those with autism cope. This family was mainly concerned with their child's tantrums and lack of potty training. After meeting with shaman's in Mongolia their child was able to overcome these problems and even though he is not cured, he functions better in normal society (whatever normal is). Website is : www.horseboymovie.com/ This film will make it to theatres and PBS. Interesting side note: Sacha Baron Cohen's cousin is a leading Autistic researcher in England and was one of the experts in the doc.
Tonight I saw "The Last Beekeeper". This documentary was about the slow decline of honey bees in the US. Quite depressing as these bees play a vital role in the polination of almond trees.
Well tomorrow the music madness begins so I'll be avoiding downtown at all costs.
Monday night I saw "Sunshine", a great documentary about adoption, being a single mom and how families are not typical these days. Very well done considering the film was about the filmmaker.
Today I saw the documentary called "Over the Hills and Far Away" about a family's journey to "heal" their child of autism. The editing of this doc was exceptional. I'm still amazed at the story and how this husband and wife have dealt with their child's autism. Considering the rise of this condition, I agree that people with autism need to be incorporated into society, should be regarded for their exceptional abilities and that there need to be more resources to help the families and those with autism cope. This family was mainly concerned with their child's tantrums and lack of potty training. After meeting with shaman's in Mongolia their child was able to overcome these problems and even though he is not cured, he functions better in normal society (whatever normal is). Website is : www.horseboymovie.com/ This film will make it to theatres and PBS. Interesting side note: Sacha Baron Cohen's cousin is a leading Autistic researcher in England and was one of the experts in the doc.
Tonight I saw "The Last Beekeeper". This documentary was about the slow decline of honey bees in the US. Quite depressing as these bees play a vital role in the polination of almond trees.
Well tomorrow the music madness begins so I'll be avoiding downtown at all costs.
Monday, March 16, 2009
SXSW - Day 4
Broken little toe aside (stupid laptop on the floor)....so far today I saw the doc "Garbage Dreams". www.garbagedreams.com
The documentary was about the Zaballeen - Egypt's garbage people. It is amazing how much trash you see everywhere in the streets of Egypt. And the Zaballeen recycle more than any other country. Two of them went to Wales to see how they recycle and were surprised at the small bits of plastic and glass that end up in the landfill that they would recycle. One of the Zaballeen Adham was at the screening. He would like to start his own can recycling company but of course needs the money to do so as large trash companies from other countries have come in and taken over the trash business and created huge landfills.
Sat next to an interesting woman....Sharon Drew Morgen. Here is her website: http://sharondrewmorgen.com/index.htm
She highly recommends the doc "Trimpin". Last showing is on Friday so I hope to catch it.
The documentary was about the Zaballeen - Egypt's garbage people. It is amazing how much trash you see everywhere in the streets of Egypt. And the Zaballeen recycle more than any other country. Two of them went to Wales to see how they recycle and were surprised at the small bits of plastic and glass that end up in the landfill that they would recycle. One of the Zaballeen Adham was at the screening. He would like to start his own can recycling company but of course needs the money to do so as large trash companies from other countries have come in and taken over the trash business and created huge landfills.
Sat next to an interesting woman....Sharon Drew Morgen. Here is her website: http://sharondrewmorgen.com/index.htm
She highly recommends the doc "Trimpin". Last showing is on Friday so I hope to catch it.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
One of the Top Shows on TV
If you haven't been watching it....check out the first season of "Breaking Bad" on AMC and then catch up on Season 2. This show is awesome!
SXSW - Day 3
Good evening! The sun came out today. Yay!
Today I saw a documentary called "Sons of a Gun" about a group of 4 men, not related, that live together as a family. The "dad" is an alcoholic and owes the IRS more than a million dollars and the "sons" are 3 schizophrenic men. Brought home the point that you do not have to be related to a group of people to be a family. Also there are way more mentally ill people in the US than there are proper homes or facilities.
Before that I saw "True Adolescents" by Craig Johnson starring Mark Duplass and Melissa Leo. This was Craig's first feature film and he definitely has promise. Mark Duplass is one of my favorite indie actors. You might remember him from "The Puffy Chair"or "Hannah Takes the Stairs". The picture is a bit blurry but from the left are Bret Loehr, Carr Thompson, Craig Johnson and Mark Duplass. Wonderful film. well acted...so far this film and "Moon" are my top two.
Oh and some great music in that movie as well. The Blakes and Band of Horses.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Day 2 - SXSW
Let me just say, I'm at home wrapped up in my electric blanket. The Paramount was the same temperature as the outside. Sunshine will be much welcomed tomorrow.
Definite highlight of the night was seeing "Moon" and Sam Rockwell. He finally made it to SXSW. "Moon" was directed and written by Duncan Jones (son of David Bowie). Interesting story, great acting by Sam Rockwell and looked more expensive than what they spent. Basically Sam plays the lone employee of a moon base station whose only companion is GERTY a robot (voice by Kevin Spacey).
Next movie was "Alexander the Last" by Joe Swanberg. It is his fifth movie at SXSW in 5 years and it not only premiered tonight at SXSW, you can catch it on IFC's Festival Direct via On Demand. (http://www.ifcfilms.com/) I've enjoyed all of the Joe Swanburg films I've seen. He worked with professional actors this time. Jess Weixler of "Teeth" (which I have on my Netflix), Amy Seimetz and Barlow Jacobs. First Swanberg film I've seen where there hasn't been male frontal nudity. As my friend Sven said "I've seen more male frontal nudity with you than any other person".
One recurring theme during this year's festival is bird poop. Friday night I found my car covered in bird poop, I mean covered. Had to stop at a Chevron at 1am to go through the car wash. Tonight I looked down at my jacket and there was a tiny bit of bird poop. I think I have been christened enough.
Tomorrow I'll post a pic of Sam Rockwell if it turns out. Now it is time to sleep.
SXSW Friday - Opening Night
Welcome to my blog!
First movie I saw was "The 2 Bobs". I'll say this....it was filmed in Austin and if you can make it through, the ending is better than the beginning and middle.
Next I waited in the cold and wet (uh, it's Austin in March...I need sunshine!) to see "ExTerminators". Jennifer Coolidge played the straight character well and this chick flick had some of the best one liners I have heard in a long time. A must see for any one that has been burned by an ex. Amber Heard (who has a ton of films in pre-production) is so striking. That black hair and pale skin. Why is Heather Graham so forgettable these days?
Some comments about the attendees at SXSW Film (these were all fellow SXSW'ers at "ExTerminators"):
1. Turn off the tones on your phone so when you are texting during the Q&A.
2. Hey jerk who was on the phone during the Q&A, take it outside.
3. And guy who was snoring during the beginning of the movie, just be glad I wasn't sitting next to you.
So far so good. I'm disappointed there are no SX shorts at the beginnings of the films. Where is Kent Osbourne when you need him?
First movie I saw was "The 2 Bobs". I'll say this....it was filmed in Austin and if you can make it through, the ending is better than the beginning and middle.
Next I waited in the cold and wet (uh, it's Austin in March...I need sunshine!) to see "ExTerminators". Jennifer Coolidge played the straight character well and this chick flick had some of the best one liners I have heard in a long time. A must see for any one that has been burned by an ex. Amber Heard (who has a ton of films in pre-production) is so striking. That black hair and pale skin. Why is Heather Graham so forgettable these days?
Some comments about the attendees at SXSW Film (these were all fellow SXSW'ers at "ExTerminators"):
1. Turn off the tones on your phone so when you are texting during the Q&A.
2. Hey jerk who was on the phone during the Q&A, take it outside.
3. And guy who was snoring during the beginning of the movie, just be glad I wasn't sitting next to you.
So far so good. I'm disappointed there are no SX shorts at the beginnings of the films. Where is Kent Osbourne when you need him?
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