Around Town News - New York

Breast Cancer Awareness with the World's Largest Pink Ribbon

The pink ribbon means something different for everyone. For one it might be a memory of one lost to breast cancer. For another it might be a symbol of what the future could bring. For yet another, it could mean survival. No matter what it represents to each individual, it brings hope to the thousands of people who are affected by breast cancer every year. If you're one of these people, join Post-it® Brand in creating the World's Largest Pink Ribbon and "sticking up" for the cause that touches so many lives. Read more info @ www.3m.com/us/office/postit/research/largest_pink_ribbon.jhtml

Movie Review - Open Water **1/2

You are better off renting this movie, and only if you actually like shark movies and unique film style. The film was presented in documentary low budget style, gving you the genuine feeling of reality. This actually fits perfectly since the story is based on a true story. Do not expect your typical hollywood fairytale endings with this one. You will enjoy the reality of the film especially the interaction between the main actors. I was very pleased ith their acting and their lines within the story. It was exactly what you'd expect a couple to go through and relate to. Overall a decent film, but you could afford to wait until released for renting.

Organization

I've decided to create sub-blogs! For ease of navigation and better access to sections within this blog, you can now link to the main groupings.
Movie Reviews
Flash Movies
Around Town News (any town any where, but fun and interesting)
Celebrity News

Flash Movie - Woman Drivers

I love this clip because it demonstrates the truth. Men always scoff at the capabilities of women drivers. I don't want toot my own horn, but I know for sure I am an excellent parallel parker, far better than many men. I must admit the woman on this commercial clip has me beat ;)

Check it out @ HolyLemon.com - Woman Drivers

Celebrity News - Britney Spears

I'm not surprised:

Simon Amstell of the U.K. show "Popworld" asked Spears what was the last thing she’d put in her mouth. Spears reportedly replied that it was a sex toy.

Read the first article from MSN's Gossip Column

Flash Movie - Alcohol Warnings

OMG! This one is hilarious! Common, you know you have done this or been a victim of that obnoxious drunk. For those of you that like to drink to the point of idiodic behavior here are some warnings for you! The Webshite: Alcohol Warnings

Flash Movie - Music Video: 59 Ways to Move Ya

My two main addictions - movies and music (esp. dance). As a child of the eighties I thought music videos were awesome! Check this out, a flash music video. 59 WAYS TO MOVE YA

Celebrity News - Nicole Kidman/Sean Penn

That's Right! You Tell Him Girl.

"What's wrong?" Nicole finally fessed up. "His breath stinks," she wailed. "It smells like smoke . . . and it's making me sick!"

I don't tend to feel sorry for celebrities, but this is a complaint by many women and even men. Don't be rude freshen up before puckering up! Read the full story @ My Way - Celebrity Gossip

Around Town News - Chicago

ABC7Chicago.com - August 16, 2004:
Oprah Winfrey reports for jury duty

The billionaire will wait with about 300 other prospective jurors. A jury supervisor says -- even if Winfrey isn't picked for a jury by the end of the day -- she'll still receive a 17-dollar check from the court for her time.

What are the odds!?! I've served twice now and never has there been a BILLIONAIRE sitting next to me.

Movie Review - Manchurian Candidate **1/2

A Rental Candidate Instead

Was it because I was tired? Doubtful, this movie wasn't as good as I expected. I think some scenes went farther than they should have been, to the point of complete disbelief and irritation. I expected an edgy film dealing with government conspiracy in a realistic modern day scenario. After all this was a remake of much older film. Without giving too much information about the movie, the outcomes and behavioral changes in the platoon could have been achieved by drugs and hypnotism alone. Spoiler here - NO NEED for brain probing and implants. I can forgive the implants, but the cheesy lines that surrendered the characters into a trance were more idiotic and funny than serious.

Many events were also too predictable. I mean common there was a woman who was overly friendly to Denzel's character. We later find out the reason, however no one is that assertive and persistant unless she's a hooker, even if it is Denzel. Movie dragged on, you are better off waiting to see this movie as rental instead.

Pictures - Baby Caps

I stole this from another blog. What can I say I could resist the picture is just soo cute. I do give credit where credit is due here is the blog entry and link:

More mini-me; cats come with hats - August 12, 2004
Apparently, babies don't always come with hats, but sometimes cats do.. posting from: www.cnewmark.com

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Flash Movie - BrainPop

This is a pretty cool, this site has done a good job at making small movies allowing you to learn various subject such as: Health, Science, Technology, Math, English, & Social Studies. Aimed for kids but anyone at any age should learn this stuff.

BrainPOP - Educational Animation for Kids.

Around Town News - Switzerland

Below are pictures of a public toilet in Switzerland that's made entirely out of one-way glass. No one can see you in there, but when you are inside, it looks like you're sitting in a clear glass box.
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OOooooooh!

AAaaaaaah!

Celebrity News - Alicia Keys

ABCNEWS.com : Ga. Man Gets Calls for Alicia Keys
I must admit everytime I heard that song I was tempted to call that number.ABCNEWS.com : Ga. Man Gets Calls for Alicia Keys

Now that I know there is a recoring for her fans I will leave a message.

Around Town News - Chicago

EEEEEEEEWWWW!!!!!!
ABC7Chicago.com: Bus dumps waste on boat below
-I heard on the radio this morning that allegedly the tour bus that made the dumping belonged to the Dave Matthews Band.

Movie Review - Collateral ****

A Must See Action Thriller that will THRILL you

To no surprise to me is the fact that Tom Cruise's charm transcends into his character. Playing a villain for the first time was a nice change of pace. You don't fall in love or have deep sympathy for him, but you can't help to chuckle a few times at his take for his profession. A hired assassin with a job of 5 people within a short period of time, Vince (played by Tom Cruise) hijacks a cab driver to transport him to these their various locations.

I enjoyed the pace of this movie. Some movies hit you off with action sequences off the bat - those are the action movies. Others build up the suspense till toward the last part of the movie, those would be the suspenseful thrillers. Now that brief lesson is over: Collateral eases you in developing the cab driver's character (Jamie Foxx) and builds a bond between you and him and then hijacks you as well in a smart impacting ride.

Jaime Fox adapted well to his character, although I can see why Cruise played the Villain in this film as his character has a stronger spark. This film hold it's plot and anchors it's story with great action sequences. This film has everything required in a summer block buster. The girl, the guy (although no cheesy romance - great omission in this film by the way) and superb action shots. Shooting, car chases, jumping, running, I was thrilled. If you like action go see this movie. If you like suspense movies, go see this movie. If you like either of the main characters go see this movie.

Visit this review & other movie reviews from me - celikins @ movies.com | Collateral

PICTURES - CV Summer Cruise 07/27/04

Anyone who knows me knows I get trigger happy when I have a camera with me. Sorry Julian & Charlie. My small nephew & dog are helpless victims of my camera frenzy.

This year I was quite upset that I forgot to pack my trusty cam with to our second annual boat cruise at work. (wow that was a long name for an event)

Luckily, Michelle was nice enough to lend me her camera for a quick fix of that photography addiction I have. Well not like she had a choice ;) Check out some quick pictures I took or tried to take. I'm known as the Celi Paparazzi in that collection.

CV Summer Cruise 07/27/04

A Regular Day

A man sat next to me on the A.M. Train this morning. More than likely he was on his way to work as was I. I couldn't help but to feel concern instead of irritation as he sat down. He had headphones on, however the music was loud enough that I could clearly hear it, as he crouched over to read his book. I gazed at his back figure as it now faced me. He seems to be a fit tall well groomed black man. I'm curious and wish to see how exactly he looks, not because I may think I have a chance to stir up a conversation. I don't dare dream he would ask me out, but it's early and I could use some eye candy.

I think back on those magazine articles that show the reader: "How to meet & where to meet men” I can picture them now, 'The train is a great way to meet men. Muscle up some courage & say something" - Yeah Right!!

The last thing anyone wants during a work commute is to be hit on. You would think it would be flattering but more than likely that person, who hasn't even looked at you once during the train ride, isn't going to suddenly realize what they were missing in Life. On that A.M. train that person is either sleeping, studying, whatever but he/she is not looking forward to their destination. Think about it!? All the fun places you go to, do you need to get on an early train to get there?

Anyway morale of the story, don't hit on anyone, mind your business and be quiet - some of us are trying to sleep.

Movie Review - Bourne Supremacy ***1/2

Bourne Again - Good Again

The story from this sequel was actually better than the first. It was an intense movie that had you and didn't give out it's entire plot as many blockbuster movies do within the firat 15 minutes of the movie. Within the first 15 minutes of this movie you actually get a surprise twist.

I agree with many of the other reviews for Bourne Supremacy. They story is Great the Acting is Great, Matt Damon NICE

The non traditional camera action could have been better if not used in the fighting sequences and the car chase. I can see how sometimes directors prefer this in order to get a closer look or a feeling that you are the one actually seeing things. When it comes to fighting and chasing cars though, I want to see everything, having snipets of the impact shots goes gar more instead.

Visit this review & other movie reviews from me - celikins @ countingdown.com | Bourne Supremacy

Celebrity News - Lindsay Lohan

I'm sick - Lohan's price tag: $7.5 million

I love Lindsay, I really do. I'm a big fan. Something about this Girl just makes you want to watch her. NOT that perverted way either. She's just a very charismatic beautiful girl. BUT at AGE 18 EARNING 7.5 Million per MOVIE???! Lohan's price tag: $7.5 million Oy Vey America, this is just asking for trouble.