First post - 2012

Here I am again with another break of silence. Its the first post in 2012 and its already then end of June. Hmm.. Now that Im back in the comfort of a four walled office, perhaps I would have more things to say perhaps? We shall see..

The Lion King 3D

The re-release of The Lion King in 3D was a great move by Disney to reintroduce their highest grossing animation movie to new audiences and older fans like me. Yes, I said older. When I first watched The Lion King, I was 13. Now, 17 years later I still find myself being 'emotionally moved' by that pivotal scene somewhere in the middle of the movie. *Sobs* SCARYOUWORTHLESSSONOFABITCH!!

I found myself questioning the climax of the movie though. Go watch it again (or if its your first time, what are you waiting for!?) and tell me if you know what I mean.

Long live the King!

Score: 9/10

Two cars from the 80s that I still wish I owned

Mazda RX-7 FC3S (1986)
Currently available at RM30k-45k

The second generation RX-7 ("FC"), still known as the Savanna RX-7 in Japan, featured a complete restyling reminiscent of the Porsche 944 or Porsche 924. Mazda's stylists, led by Chief Project Engineer Akio Uchiyama, focused on the Porsche 944 for their inspiration in designing the FC because the new car was being styled primarily for the American market, where the majority of first generation RX-7's had been sold. This strategy was chosen after Uchiyama and others on the design team spent time in the United States studying owners of earlier RX-7's and other sports cars popular in the American market. The Porsche 944 was selling particularly well at the time and provided clues as to what sports-car enthusiasts might find compelling in future RX-7 styling and equipment.

DeLorean DMC-12 (1981)
Unavailable in Malaysia

Most commonly known as the DeLorean, it was the only model produced by the company which would go into liquidation as the US car market went through its largest slough since the 1930s. The DMC-12 features gull-wing doors with a fiberglass "underbody", to which non-structural brushed stainless steel panels are affixed. A modified version of the car became iconic for its appearance as a time machine in the Back to the Future film franchise.

The Three Musketeers (2011)

Im not sure if "The Three Musketeers" is supposed to be a reboot of the 1993 Walt Disney film but there's not much to explore other than better effects and a 21st century retelling of the classic tale. Many over-the-top (OTT) moments are fun yet gives the movie less credibility in terms of relating to classic literature. Impressive music by Paul Haslinger should be noted. Despite being entertaining and hardly boring, the weakest link in the movie is Milla Jovovich's character. No offense to Milla but there should have been lesser emphasis on her character and more on the title fellows. Ray Stevenson steals the show as Porthos. D'Artagnan, Aramis, and Athos are left in the shadows.

Score: 6.5/10

The Thing (2011)

"The Thing" is supposed to be a prequel but rips off so much from the original in terms of storyline and scenes it's absurd. Even the title, its supposed to be a prequel but shares the same name as it's sequel? Okay.. CGI gore is not as effective as John Carpenter's 1982 'sequel'. Music is pretty crap too. Dissapointing.

Score: 4/10

Break of silence

Hmm.. its been awhile. I wonder if anyone still visits. Much has changed.

5 musical acts I would pay to watch perform live

5. Bon Jovi

Caught them while they were on their 'These Days' World Tour back in '95 with Nick. We were 14 then. Still being kids and without cell phones, we were surely "Livin' On A Prayer" to get home.

4. Maroon 5

After two great albums, these bunch of marooners have a bunch of memorable tunes and are sure to a good night of music. Better if the stadium was open air, else it would be 'Harder To Breathe'.

3. Backstreet Boys

Woot! My juvenile ambition to be a Backstreet Boy has come and ... gone partially, but seeing these guys in action again would be "Larger Than Life".

2. Bryan Adams

Canadian legend Bryan Adams. Without his music, puberty would have been boring. Heck, the reason I'm still the way I am is because I'm gonna be "18 til' I Die".

1. Gin Blossoms

The most unlikely act I'd ever have the pleasure to watch live. Please listen to them, and I promise I'll "Follow You Down".

Stuck in Europe

It was supposed to be 9 days of adventure. It is now day 13, and the next window of sliding home will be on day 19. But that is yet to be 100% confirmed.

12 Days to RAW!

*pic courtesy of Desmond Hew

WWE Superstar Weekly Countdown - #1 Undertaker

#1

THE UNDERTAKER

Sitting on top of my list is none other than the 'phenom' himself, The Undertaker. Someone who will always be put up there with the likes of Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair, The Undertaker's two decades of destruction is nothing less than phenomenal.

Championships held: World Heavyweight Champion (3 times), WWE Champion (4 times), WWE Tag Team Champion (6 times), WWE Hardcore CHampion (1 time), WCW Tag Team Champion (1 time), 2007 Royal Rumble Winner

WWE Superstar Weekly Countdown - #2 Degeneration-X

#2

DEGENERATION X (SHAWN MICHAELS & TRIPLE H)

While creating my top ten two months ago, these two veterans were still a unit, heck they were even Tag Team Champions, but at present time, have broken up which makes my number 2 pick comprise of two wrestlers.

Multiple time champions "Heartbreak Kid" (HBK) Shawn Michaels and Triple H changed the face of wrestling 13 years ago when they formed 'Degeneration-X', who were a bunch of immature, and 'in your face' degenerates who wouldn't play by the rules. These two superstars have become staples of the WWE for over two decades.

Championships held (as DX members): WWF Champion [HBK - 1 time / HHH - 2 times], WWF European Champion [HBK - 1 time / HHH - 2 times], Intercontinental Champion [HHH - 1 time], World Tag Team Champions [HBK - 2 times / HHH - 1 time], WWE Tag Team Champions [Both - 1 time]

"She would rather choose a day in Los Angeles with a friend than a day with me in Paris.."

According To Me Life's Not A Fairytale

Pop stars Taylor Swift & Orianthi are giving young girls bad influences in life. This is based on their recent songs that have been hitting the airwaves and MTV.

Here's a simple analysis and example from Orianthi's 'According To You':

According to 'you'
'You' tells her that:
She's stupid, useless, can't do anything right. She's difficult, hard to please, forever changes her mind, a mess in a dress, not punctual even if her house caught on fire. She's boring, moody, can;t take her anyplace. She sucks at telling jokes, she has the worst attention span.

According to 'him'
'Him' tells her that:
She's beautiful, incredible, can't get her out of his head. She's funny, irresistable, everything he ever wanted. He's into her for everything she's not.

Orianthi should realise that 'Him' was actually 'You' when they first got together oh not so long ago. Sure, guys can say some brash things, but that's reality. On another hand, if she decides to go with 'Him', over time 'Him' will change into 'You' over time. So good luck with that.





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And as for princess Taylor Swift. Oh god, I'll just let the lyrics speak for themselves:

Taken from Taylor Swift's 'Today Was A Fairytale'

Today was a fairytale
You were the prince
I used to be a damsel in distress
You took me by the hand and you picked me up at six
Today was a fairytale

Today was a fairytale

Today was a fairytale
I wore a dress
You wore a dark grey t-shirt
You told me I was pretty when I looked like a mess
Today was a fairytale
Time slows down whenever you're around

Life is not a fairytale. Stop destroying young girls lives!! Don't even get me started with Ugly Girl anthem 'You Belong With Me'.

WWE Superstar Weekly Countdown - #3 Chris Jericho

#3

CHRIS JERICHO

Brash, arrogant, and cocky-ness makes the first ever WWE Undisputed Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho my number 3 to watch live.

Having seen him 8 years ago successfully defending the then Undisputed Heavyweight title against The Rock, Jericho is one of today's most entertaining wrestlers both in and out of the ring and deservedly holds the World Heavyweight title now.

Championships held: World Heavyweight Champion (3 times; current), WCW Champion (2 times), World Tag Team Champion (4 times), WWE Tag Team Champion (1 time), WWE Intercontinental Champion (9 times), WWF Undisputed Heavyweight Champion (1 time), WWF European Champion (1 time), WWF Hardcore Champion (1 time)

Kara-lution

Kara Classic (2008)

Kara v2 (2009)

Kara Current (2010)

Birthday Wish List

As my not so significant or numerically sound 29 looms in 10 days, here are a few items that would make my day..my day. ;)

Schick Xtreme 3 (not the refill blades, but the razor itself)Gillette Mach 3 refill blades

Products from the L'Oréal Men Expert line. Specially that cool orange cleanser ;)

Brembo caliper covers. Imitations of course!

WWE Superstar Weekly Countdown - #4 Vince McMahon

#4

VINCE McMAHON

Vincent Kennedy McMahon. The man who started it all. This is the man responsible for a sport that broke out into mainstream entertainment and has evolved over the years. He's not a wrestler per se, but a major character nonetheless.

Being the 'boss' that everyone hates, he is infamous for interrupting or screwing main championship matches. Most recent being John Cena's defeat to Batista by forcing Cena to defend his newly won title a minute after a greuling Elimination Chamber match against a fresh opponent.

Oh what I would do to join in the tens of thousands in the arena and chant.."@$hole!". =)

Championships held: WWE Champion (1 time), ECW Champion (1 time), Royal Rumble Winner (1999)

EuroSawTrip

Recently re-watched 'Eurotrip' and I must say it still holds up even after 6 years. Loads of juvenile brainless laughs to be had here. :)


Also watched 'Saw VI' last night and it was just alright. I wonder how much longer can they stretch the series since the main bad guy died two movies ago. The complicated plots that get even more intertwined with each movie is good. 'Saw 2' & '3' pwn.

WWE Superstar Weekly Countdown - #5 Maryse

#5

MARYSE

Mmmm..The Diva's Champion. Oh yeah.

Championships held: Diva's Champion (2 times; current)

42 DAYS TO RAW!!