Ambientic air no more!

After months of declaring Kara's air conditioning system as being 'ambientic' (due to its very weak strength), I finally had it checked out last Saturday. Seemed that all along (since Feb), the frickin' air cond filter was jammed up with dust particles!


All it needed was a quick clean, and the air conditioning was super. My setting at the lowest level was now what used to be at max level!

And now after riding 7000kms, took her for an oil change at the family's "usual" mechanic who is known as Sunny, who does his work at a shabby shack in Sungai Way. Dodgy. Watch for the stupid decline slope out of the workshack that will graze your front bumper if you're not careful.

Sunny's workshack

Gotta go rotate tires the next month or two I suppose. Next oil change at 26400kms.

Movie log: The Dark Knight

The Dark Knight (2008) - 5 stars

Brilliant. Simply brilliant. The best movie of 2008 to date.

Movie log: Schindler's List

Schindler's List (1993) - 5 stars

I remember rolling my eyes to this 15 years ago (I was 12. Go figure) but am glad that I've finally watched one of Spielberg's finest celluloid masterpieces. The entire film feel as though it was made at present day (except the final chapter). Not to be missed.

Movie log: Wanted

Wanted (2008) - 3 stars

Exciting but forgettable summer popcorn junk

Good luck Nij...

September 2006 - July 2008

Refresh & Rebond: FJ Benjamin Timepiece Division Getaway / My new kicks!

A rather interesting weekend with my new colleagues. Activities included paintball, archery, and ATV karting. The food at A'Famosa Resort was way below par. Received a 2Gb Ipod Shuffle for my troubles! :)

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After returning home yesterday, I did a little shopping and finally got myself a pair of shoes that I wanted. Spanking new Adidas Originals! =)


Oh, that and 3 work shirts from where else but Padini.

Total damage: RM424.

Movie log: The Happening

The Happening (2008) - 3.25 stars

I liked it

The New Guy

That’s me. After a wonderful 21 months, I have left my post as PR Exec at RAPR Mileage Communications to brave other challenges. I am now ‘the new guy’ at FJ Benjamin (M).

I notice a recurring pattern with my ‘job-hop’ choices. The following is an estimated ‘round trip’ mileage count from home to my workplaces.

Home - Cinema Online = <20km | Petrol = Rm1.72 p/litre
Home – RAPR = 30km (+ RM3.20 toll) | Petrol = Rm1.92 p/litre
Home – FJ Benjamin = 50km (+ RM3.20 toll) | Petrol = Rm2.70 p/litre

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Movie log: Get Smart

Get Smart (2008) - 3.5 stars

Movie log: Fright Night 2 / Hellraiser IV: Bloodline

Fright Night 2 (1988) - 3 stars

As entertaining as the original









Hellraiser: Bloodline (1996) - 3.25 stars

Set in three timelines, the fourth installment goes back to the origins of the mysterious puzzle box and delivers an interesting chapter to the series.

Note: This is the last Hellraiser movie (to date) that was released theatrically and marks the end of Pinhead's story

Movie log: Hellraiser III : Hell On Earth

Hellraiser III : Hell On Earth (1992) - 2.75 stars

Pinhead goes Hollywood and flies solo in this one and heads to America leaving his troupe of misfits behind and finds new friends at the local Zouk. An over indulgent script desecrates the mystery of Pinhead's character, but I think that this is the Pinhead that most remember. Terry Farrell made this sequel watchable. Oh and don't forget the one liners.

Note: Hellraiser III theme song by Motörhead!

Movie log: Hellbound - Hellraiser II

Hellbound - Hellraiser II (1988) - 2.75 stars

Gory and grotesque. Weak plot and new characters but shows a more in-depth side of Pinhead and pals. A worthy sequel.

Movie log: Fright Night

Fright Night (1985) - 3 stars

A simple, no brainer 80s vampire horror/comedy film that is a rather entertaining watch. The scary ass poster that I remember as a kid freaked me out.

Floaties

http://brianjchong.com

a random picture post.

14 June - The gang at Bukit Gasing. I think we should make this a fortnightly affair.

14 June - The entry/exit of Bukit Gasing's trekking path. It didnt look like this a month ago!

5 June - Chicks notice the pair of socks that Adele gave me. Nice.

Date unknown - Daymn, these things cost RM24 a pop!

16 June - Kara gets a well deserved bath

16 May - Thumbs up for Camerons!

Movie log: Kung Fu Panda

Kung Fu Panda (2008) - 3.5 stars

Jack Black is absolutely perfect in this one

Movie log: Made Of Honour / Superhero Movie

Made Of Honour (2008) - 3 stars

Formulatic and predictable. The way it should be.









Superhero Movie (2008) - 1.5 stars

The parady bits of Dr. Stephen Hawking made me laugh. The rest is shite.

Movie log: Tales From The Dark Side: The Movie

Tales From The Dark Side: The Movie (1990) - 2.5 stars

An anthology of four stories (with the first one being a 'wraparound' story) from the likes of Stephen King & George A. Romero. Unfortunately, the only stories worth watching are the introductory 'wraparound' and the final one.

Fact! - Cast includes Christian Slater, Steve Buscemi, Julianne Moore, James Remar, and Matthew Lawrence!

Movie log: The Incredible Hulk

The Incredible Hulk (2008) - 3.5 stars

Promoted with a less than enthusiastic trailer, this version of "The Incredible Hulk" shines better before he turns green. A notch lower than the superior "Iron Man".

Movie log: Hellraiser / Fast Track: No Limits

Hellraiser - 2.5 stars

Creative premise but lack of personalities for such iconic characters like Pinhead and his crew. I wonder how the sequels are like.








Fast Track: No Limits - 2.5 stars

Despite being unoriginal and cheap looking, there's always fun to be had with pimped out Nissans and Toyotas.

Fact! - The female lead was the Pink Time Ranger!

Movie log: One Dark Night

One Dark Night (1983) - 1 star

Lame @$$ 80s horror flick

Movie log: Working Girl

Working Girl (1988) - 3.5 stars

Fact - Won the Oscar for Best Music, Original Song

Movie log: Creepshow III

Creepshow III - 1 star

A cheap bullshit movie that isn't even an official sequel to the cult series!

Inflation is a B*TCH part2

	Now	In 8 minutes
1 litre of Petrol	RM1.92	RM2.70

Movie log: Killer Klowns From Outer Space

Killer Klowns From Outer Space - 1 star

Only if you're in the mood for corny campy 80s comedy-horror

FastFood Burger Championship's (FFBC) Burgermania - Fatal Four Way Burger Flagship Title

Wendy's 3/4 Pound VS McD's Big Mac VS Carl's Jr Superstar VS BK's Whopper
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Wendy's 3/4 Pounder is like Randy Orton. New, fresh, cut, and is one BAD (in a good way) chunk of meat.

McDonald's Big Mac, the original superburger is like Hulk Hogan. Immortal.





Carl's Jr's Superstar is like the Hearbreak Kid Shawn Michaels. Sexy, pretty, and packs on hell of a kick.





Burger King's Whopper is like Triple H. It good and meaty, but there's just so much you can do with a grilled patty








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The winner?.. You tell me.
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Inflation is a B*TCH

	Last month	This month
Snickers Bar	RM2.59	RM2.89
Ayam Brand Tuna Can	RM3.59	RM3.99
Banana Leaf Rice + Fried Chicken	RM9.00	RM9.60

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The cost of living in Malaysia just gets worse and worse.

Movie log: Vision Quest / The Mist

Vision Quest - 3 stars

Trivia: Madonna makes a cameo in this one~









The Mist - 3 stars

The Outer Limits meets Stephen King

Movie log: Splash

Splash - 3 stars

Entertaining.

Movie log: Weird Science

Weird Science - 3.5 stars

They really should do a 21st century remake of this one :)

Nerds. Snoop Dogg approved.

Argh dammit. Anyone readin' this who's stoppin' by Singapore, please get me a few boxes of Nerds.

Movie log: Indiana Jones and The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull

Indiana Jones and The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull - 3 stars

"Raiders" left us saying Cool!, "Temple Of Doom" left us cheering Yay!, "The Last Crusade" left us on our feet to a standing ovation, and "Crystal Skull" left me thinking of Stargate and old X-Files episodes. Kinda sad really. But heck, it's Indiana Jones!

Note: Keep your eyes peeled for The Lost Ark!