If you've read my previous post, you'll know that last night, I was sitting in a movie theatre in Oakville waiting to watch the 12:10am showing of The Dark Knight Rises. Every other film is going to get destroyed at the box office this weekend by this movie, and it'll be well deserved.
When Catwoman leans into Batman in The Dark Knight Rises, and tells him that a storm's coming, she's not kidding. The bulk of the film really is a war between Gotham City, and Bane, and it's fantastic, especially since Bruce Wayne's toys are used against him.
I only had one issue with this movie, and it was my difficulty with being able to understand Bane. Because of his mask, he had a machine-like sound, but unlike Darth Vader, I had difficulty making out what he was saying. If Darth Vader was made easy to understand in the 1970s, there's no excuse for the audibility difficulties with Bane in 2012.
All things considered, this movie is definitely worth seeing. I won't say that seeing it in theatres is a must, but you'll appreciate the experience a whole lot more.
Friday, 20 July 2012
Thursday, 19 July 2012
Waiting for the Knight to Rise
I couldn't help but share that I'm either awesome or foolish. Methinks I'll go with awesome.
As many of you are probably aware, The Dark Knight Rises officially comes out in about an hour and a half. Guess who's currently sitting in a movie theatre at the Oakville-Mississauga border waiting for it to begin? That's right. Yours truly. Oddly, I never did such a thing with Star Wars. Strange.
Anyways, when the final installment of this trilogy is over, I'll be certain to post my review. With luck, this film won't disappoint.
Quail of a Tale
As you all likely know, I've been job hunting a lot lately. Just in this past week, I've had three interviews. One didn't go anywhere, I had a follow-up with one today, and I'll hear my fate about the other next week. I didn't think I'd ever classify a follow-up interview as delicious, but today, it definitely makes sense.
I had a meeting at the Oakville campus of Liasion College, which, for those of you who don't know, is a private culinary school (it's geared a bit more for those who are mid to late twenties+. Not that they're particular about ages, but it's a case of if you attend a more public college, at least there would be extra curricular activities, however, if you're looking at changing careers, it's the sort of place you'd want to attend). I was introduced to the head chef, and the students who were there. One of the students, who's in the advanced program, was making quail. I was informed that if I was still around, I'd get to give it a try. What you need to know is I've never had quail before, and I wasn't quite sure what to expect... if I hadn't left yet, that is.
Well, I was having my follow-up, everything's going well, and then there was a knock at the door. Sure enough, just like the student had said, he brought in a small plate with the quail he'd prepared for the interviewer and I to share, and some cutlery. I can say that my first quail experience was quite good. It was slightly gamey, but not in a bad way. I think that's how it's supposed to taste. I swear, the quails looked like over-sized chicken wings. But then, I didn't really know how big or small they were to begin with.
So that's my story. Taking the position at the college would mean that I'd be very well fed. And the best part is apparently Mondays are baking days. I'm thinking my arm could possibly be twisted.
I had a meeting at the Oakville campus of Liasion College, which, for those of you who don't know, is a private culinary school (it's geared a bit more for those who are mid to late twenties+. Not that they're particular about ages, but it's a case of if you attend a more public college, at least there would be extra curricular activities, however, if you're looking at changing careers, it's the sort of place you'd want to attend). I was introduced to the head chef, and the students who were there. One of the students, who's in the advanced program, was making quail. I was informed that if I was still around, I'd get to give it a try. What you need to know is I've never had quail before, and I wasn't quite sure what to expect... if I hadn't left yet, that is.
Well, I was having my follow-up, everything's going well, and then there was a knock at the door. Sure enough, just like the student had said, he brought in a small plate with the quail he'd prepared for the interviewer and I to share, and some cutlery. I can say that my first quail experience was quite good. It was slightly gamey, but not in a bad way. I think that's how it's supposed to taste. I swear, the quails looked like over-sized chicken wings. But then, I didn't really know how big or small they were to begin with.
So that's my story. Taking the position at the college would mean that I'd be very well fed. And the best part is apparently Mondays are baking days. I'm thinking my arm could possibly be twisted.
Monday, 16 July 2012
Review: I Suck at Girls
I Suck at Girls was written by Justin Halpern, who just happens to be the same guy who brought the world Shit My Dad Says. And yes, much of the content in this book is shit that Halpern's dad has said.
Justin Halpern decides that he wants to propose to his girlfriend, and the first person he tells is his dad. His father, in the only way he knows how, informs Justin to take a day to think everything over, so he can be certain that he is making the right decision. This book is the 24 hours worth of stuff that goes through his mind that pertains to the female gender, to help him confirm or deny with himself that proposing really is what he wants to do.
The book starts with Halpern's childhood, chronicling his first attempts at trying to impress a girl when he was seven or eight years old, to losing his virginity, to going off to an island in Spain, and getting his party on for nights on end. The entire tale, from start to finish, is absolutely hilarious.
If you like sarcasm with hits of profanity with a mix of innocence and desperation, I'm certain you'd enjoy I Suck at Girls.
Justin Halpern decides that he wants to propose to his girlfriend, and the first person he tells is his dad. His father, in the only way he knows how, informs Justin to take a day to think everything over, so he can be certain that he is making the right decision. This book is the 24 hours worth of stuff that goes through his mind that pertains to the female gender, to help him confirm or deny with himself that proposing really is what he wants to do.
The book starts with Halpern's childhood, chronicling his first attempts at trying to impress a girl when he was seven or eight years old, to losing his virginity, to going off to an island in Spain, and getting his party on for nights on end. The entire tale, from start to finish, is absolutely hilarious.
If you like sarcasm with hits of profanity with a mix of innocence and desperation, I'm certain you'd enjoy I Suck at Girls.
(Partially) Crossed Off the List: #15
For those of you who've been keeping tabs on my Summer To-Do List, I've already started to make decent headway on #15: See as many summer blockbusters as possible. I think I'm off to a half-decent start.
Back in May, when I wrote the initial summer to-do list, I had The Avengers on it for #15. For me, that was my summer blockbuster start (sorry Hunger Games, but you don't count for this). Since, I've seen Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, and The Amazing Spiderman (reviews for both of them can be found on this site). Well, this week, I'll be adding to the list.
Only once have I attended a movie on its opening day, and that was back in 2008 when Inglorious Basterds came out (my cousin and I went to an early evening show). This Thursday night, well, Friday morning if you want to get really technical, I'll be going with a group of people to see the third and final installment of Chris Nolan's Batman saga, The Dark Knight Rises. It'll be the 12:10am show on the Friday, and I'm feeling equal parts foolishness and excitement. Excited, because the first two films, particularly The Dark Knight, were fantastic, but foolish to be going to see a film at such a crazy hour. But, I get the feeling that it'll be worth it.
So, come Friday, you can expect a review for the latest item on my list. Let's see how many more blockbusters I can add to it...
Back in May, when I wrote the initial summer to-do list, I had The Avengers on it for #15. For me, that was my summer blockbuster start (sorry Hunger Games, but you don't count for this). Since, I've seen Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, and The Amazing Spiderman (reviews for both of them can be found on this site). Well, this week, I'll be adding to the list.
Only once have I attended a movie on its opening day, and that was back in 2008 when Inglorious Basterds came out (my cousin and I went to an early evening show). This Thursday night, well, Friday morning if you want to get really technical, I'll be going with a group of people to see the third and final installment of Chris Nolan's Batman saga, The Dark Knight Rises. It'll be the 12:10am show on the Friday, and I'm feeling equal parts foolishness and excitement. Excited, because the first two films, particularly The Dark Knight, were fantastic, but foolish to be going to see a film at such a crazy hour. But, I get the feeling that it'll be worth it.
So, come Friday, you can expect a review for the latest item on my list. Let's see how many more blockbusters I can add to it...
Saturday, 14 July 2012
Bastille Day
To my readers in France, I hope you're all having a good Bastille Day celebration.
For those who have never heard of such a thing, the Bastille was a prison in Paris for the higher class crowd (if my memory serves me correctly... If I'm mistaken, please let me know). During the French Revolution, what was known as the "Storming of the Bastille" occurred on this day in 1789. The prison was seized, and those inside were released. Since it was such an important event to occur during the Revolution, the French have celebrated the Bastille's storming ever since.
Happy Bastille Celebrations, France!
For those who have never heard of such a thing, the Bastille was a prison in Paris for the higher class crowd (if my memory serves me correctly... If I'm mistaken, please let me know). During the French Revolution, what was known as the "Storming of the Bastille" occurred on this day in 1789. The prison was seized, and those inside were released. Since it was such an important event to occur during the Revolution, the French have celebrated the Bastille's storming ever since.
Happy Bastille Celebrations, France!
Review: The Amazing Spiderman
Before I get started, I must first admit that I only saw about 15 minutes or so of the Spiderman with Toby Whatshisface (which I found to be incredibly cliche, and therefore a combination of cheesy and tacky), so this review will likely be biased.
Last night, I went to see The Amazing Spiderman, and yes, it was fantastic. Other than a guy dressed up in a spandex suit shooting webs from his wrists, with a touch of sarcasm, I really wasn't sure what to expect from this movie. I had been told that the particular Spiderman comic that this film was supposed to be based on was his origin story. So that's what I had to go with.
I wasn't disappointed. The action was fantastic, there was plenty of humour, and Stan Lee made his cameo appearance, like he's known to do in all the other films based on his comics. Some of the story was heartbreaking, such as the fate of Perter Parker's parents, and his Uncle Ben. However, all the swinging around that Spidey was doing made me a wee bit envious. It looked like he must have had a ton of fun doing the filming.
There were members of the cast who I hadn't seen before (I couldn't tell you the name of the actor who plays Peter Parker/ Spiderman, or Dr. Connors), but there were also some names I hadn't seen in a while (Sally Fields and Martin Sheen). Also, Dennis Leary did a pretty good job as Captain Stacey, and I could see why people enjoy Emma Stone so much. I liked the mix of the known, and not so well known in the acting business.
I would certainly suggest going to see this movie, especially if you're a fan of action films.
Last night, I went to see The Amazing Spiderman, and yes, it was fantastic. Other than a guy dressed up in a spandex suit shooting webs from his wrists, with a touch of sarcasm, I really wasn't sure what to expect from this movie. I had been told that the particular Spiderman comic that this film was supposed to be based on was his origin story. So that's what I had to go with.
I wasn't disappointed. The action was fantastic, there was plenty of humour, and Stan Lee made his cameo appearance, like he's known to do in all the other films based on his comics. Some of the story was heartbreaking, such as the fate of Perter Parker's parents, and his Uncle Ben. However, all the swinging around that Spidey was doing made me a wee bit envious. It looked like he must have had a ton of fun doing the filming.
There were members of the cast who I hadn't seen before (I couldn't tell you the name of the actor who plays Peter Parker/ Spiderman, or Dr. Connors), but there were also some names I hadn't seen in a while (Sally Fields and Martin Sheen). Also, Dennis Leary did a pretty good job as Captain Stacey, and I could see why people enjoy Emma Stone so much. I liked the mix of the known, and not so well known in the acting business.
I would certainly suggest going to see this movie, especially if you're a fan of action films.
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