I'm goin' outta town for the Memorial Day weekend...Rose rented us a room at this hotel in Pt. Townsend...looks like a pretty nice place...should be a good weekend...I need to buy a new sketchbook...the sunny weather has gotten the creative juices flowing again, so I need to jot down those ideas before I forget...
I shall return on Tuesday and tell ya all about it and post pics and whatnot...
Enjoy the weekend and make sure you remember those who died so you can go outta town this weekend.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Friday, May 23, 2008
Indiana Jones Strikes Back!
I'm sure you've been hearing all the whiny fanboys ranting about how terrible the movie is...well, that's their opinion and they're entitled to it.
But, it certainly is a shame that they can't just sit back and enjoy this movie for what it is...a damn fun movie to watch.
Is it a perfect movie? No, of course not. Is it a good movie? Hell yes. Would I see it again? You betcha.
First off, this ain't yo' daddy's Indiana Jones. This is Indy in a new era. It's Indy right smack dab in the middle of the Cold War. He's a victim of McCarthyism. It's Indy in the atomic age. It's Indy being awesome again.
This movie is very different from the other films, but it certainly deserves to be put alongside them. I would liken this one to Temple of Doom for its sheer crazyness and serial feel.
I won't really go into details about the story, but I will comment on some elements that I've noticed people have taken issue with. First of all, it's nice to see Indy going after something other than a religious artifact. He is an archaeologist, first and foremost. Archaeologists study artifacts. They uncover the history of the artifact and study its origins. No matter what it is. That's what they do. Indy just happens to come across some crazy shit most of the time. This one is no exception.
Personally, I like this whole angle. It takes Indy to something new.
I really loved the opening of the film. By far, my favorite opening of them all. Also, my favorite ending. The last scene is, if this indeed is the last film, a perfect end to the series.
Yes, there are some silly moments and I can understand how someone may cringe at them, but to hate the whole movie because of a few silly moments? That, my friend, is silly. They've mentioned some "far-fetched" moments. Haven't all the films had far-fetched moments? Even the precious Raiders.
People often forget, these films are homages to the serials of the 1930's (Much like the Star Wars films). Most of those films featured events that were pretty outlandish, but never took themselves too seriously. They were just there for people who loved escapism. That's what Indy is.
Everyone wants to compare this to Raiders of the Lost Ark and that really isn't fair. It's a different movie. That movie was something special that probably could never be duplicated. You just want to see the characters again and see what messes they can get into and that's what we've gotten. And they were all fun.
I've also heard people bitching about the amount of CGI in this movie. I really don't understand this hatred for CGI. We've lived it for nigh on 20 years and people are STILL complaining about it. Actually, I've noticed they only complain about it when it's a sequel to a movie that originally used old-school effects. Star Wars and, now, Indy. Get over it. Those films used just as many effects, just using different tools. It really is a Catch-22. If they had used old blue screen models and matte paintings, people would say it looks fake. If they use CGI, it's too much CGI. It really irks me. I'm a big fan of CGI and these movies would be very difficult to do without it. Sure, they can over do it sometimes and one can argue that for this picture, but it's really a lame excuse to hate a movie.
Well, that's my two cents. All in all, I freaking love this movie. I wanna see it again. Go see it, take the kids. It's rated PG-13, but I have no idea why. It's less violent than Raiders.
Welcome back, Indy. We missed you.
But, it certainly is a shame that they can't just sit back and enjoy this movie for what it is...a damn fun movie to watch.
Is it a perfect movie? No, of course not. Is it a good movie? Hell yes. Would I see it again? You betcha.
First off, this ain't yo' daddy's Indiana Jones. This is Indy in a new era. It's Indy right smack dab in the middle of the Cold War. He's a victim of McCarthyism. It's Indy in the atomic age. It's Indy being awesome again.
This movie is very different from the other films, but it certainly deserves to be put alongside them. I would liken this one to Temple of Doom for its sheer crazyness and serial feel.
I won't really go into details about the story, but I will comment on some elements that I've noticed people have taken issue with. First of all, it's nice to see Indy going after something other than a religious artifact. He is an archaeologist, first and foremost. Archaeologists study artifacts. They uncover the history of the artifact and study its origins. No matter what it is. That's what they do. Indy just happens to come across some crazy shit most of the time. This one is no exception.
Personally, I like this whole angle. It takes Indy to something new.
I really loved the opening of the film. By far, my favorite opening of them all. Also, my favorite ending. The last scene is, if this indeed is the last film, a perfect end to the series.
Yes, there are some silly moments and I can understand how someone may cringe at them, but to hate the whole movie because of a few silly moments? That, my friend, is silly. They've mentioned some "far-fetched" moments. Haven't all the films had far-fetched moments? Even the precious Raiders.
People often forget, these films are homages to the serials of the 1930's (Much like the Star Wars films). Most of those films featured events that were pretty outlandish, but never took themselves too seriously. They were just there for people who loved escapism. That's what Indy is.
Everyone wants to compare this to Raiders of the Lost Ark and that really isn't fair. It's a different movie. That movie was something special that probably could never be duplicated. You just want to see the characters again and see what messes they can get into and that's what we've gotten. And they were all fun.
I've also heard people bitching about the amount of CGI in this movie. I really don't understand this hatred for CGI. We've lived it for nigh on 20 years and people are STILL complaining about it. Actually, I've noticed they only complain about it when it's a sequel to a movie that originally used old-school effects. Star Wars and, now, Indy. Get over it. Those films used just as many effects, just using different tools. It really is a Catch-22. If they had used old blue screen models and matte paintings, people would say it looks fake. If they use CGI, it's too much CGI. It really irks me. I'm a big fan of CGI and these movies would be very difficult to do without it. Sure, they can over do it sometimes and one can argue that for this picture, but it's really a lame excuse to hate a movie.
Well, that's my two cents. All in all, I freaking love this movie. I wanna see it again. Go see it, take the kids. It's rated PG-13, but I have no idea why. It's less violent than Raiders.
Welcome back, Indy. We missed you.
Ah, To Be a Geek...
So, I had a dream last night that I was shopping for action figures. GI Joe in particular. The store I went to had like 5 aisles of GI Joe figures of all kinds. But, I couldn't decide which ones to buy.
This isn't the first time I've had a dream like this.
This isn't the first time I've had a dream like this.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
I'm Still Alive, I Swear...
Yeah, it's been a few weeks since my last post. I've been a tad busy with life and such...I'll try to recap in no particular order...
My citizen's academy has come to an end. It was a good month and a half...lots of fun, very informative and I've realized that I don't think I could do the job of a cop...those guys are tough, sharp and really know what they're doing...I have a whole new kind of respect for them.
I did get tazered though...that was actually kinda fun...and I just happen to have a video of it...
My citizen's academy has come to an end. It was a good month and a half...lots of fun, very informative and I've realized that I don't think I could do the job of a cop...those guys are tough, sharp and really know what they're doing...I have a whole new kind of respect for them.
I did get tazered though...that was actually kinda fun...and I just happen to have a video of it...
Last Saturday, we got to drive the police cars and go to the firearms simulator...those police cars really have some get up...so make sure not to try and outrun them because you probably won't be able to...and the firearms simulator...well, let's just say I need more practice...I guess all those years of video games really have no practical application...but, I'll keep playing anyway...
Tonight is the graduation dinner...I believe (read I hope) we get a little certificate and we do get a special prize for having perfect attendance...should be fun...and we're all pitching in and giving the officers Starbucks gift cards and a little plaque with our names and group photo...should be fun...
I'm going to put in an application to volunteer with the police department...I think that would be fun...
We did another round of photography...I'll post those as soon as I get around to it...
I've been making a few bucks here and there doing things I can't talk about...so I'm saving up for a PS3 or a 360...I'm leaning more towards the 360...though it's about $200 more because I'm not getting that BS bare bones system...that just seems like a waste...
So, that's pretty much what I've been up to lately...
I'll be sure to keep up on the updating more regularly...
Peace out, home slices...
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
It's Not Mine...I Swear...
Well, I'm back from house sitting...actually, I was back on Saturday, but I had a busy few days, so this is the first chance I got to do a new post...
House sitting went pretty well...I always have a good time over there...I just watch movies all day and hang out with a bunch of dogs and cats...
Surprisingly, I was able to even get my homework finished...I did the majority of it a couple of days before I left, so all I had to do was post in the discussion threads which I could easily do at the house...just had to make sure I made the time...I also went to my police classes too...I just had to leave a lot earlier...
Speaking of that, we had the K9 officers come in finally...that was pretty cool...everyone was looking forward to that...and it was well worth the wait...they discussed the training the dogs have to go through and all that good stuff...these were very well trained and disciplined dogs...it was very cool...everyone was all excited and happy....and then, they busted out with the domestic violence class and brought everybody down...but, it was still a good class =P
I got $150 for house sitting, so I bought a few items that I've been eyeing for a while...I got one of those moss bags...those "man purses" as they've been referred to since I've had it...it's pretty handy to have....I don't have to lug around my backpack everywhere...I can't hold my big sketch book in it though, but I can put my regular size one in there...if I wanna bring my big one, I just have to carry it separately.
I got a few other odds and ends...went to Hot Topic looking for a new wallet, but I didn't see any that I liked...I'll check back in a few weeks and see what I can find...
I also picked up Cloverfield...I haven't bought any dvd's in a couple months, so I thought I should get at least one...I haven't really bought much of any collection stuff lately...no star wars figures, no dvd's (save for yesterday's purchase), no comics, no WW2 stuff...
I've been doing some job searching...I had an interview at Petco yesterday...they're opening a new one 5 minutes from my house, so I'm trying to get in there, so I could just ride a bike to work instead of driving...of course, I'd have to drive until I could afford the bike...heh heh...so, they'll be calling people Monday for second interviews. Wish me luck.
I think that's all that's going on right now...I gotta remember to get my mom a mother's day/birthday gift...that'll give me a reason to go back to World Market for more than just that flask...heh
Until we meet again...
I shall remain...
Brian
aka Mordok
House sitting went pretty well...I always have a good time over there...I just watch movies all day and hang out with a bunch of dogs and cats...
Surprisingly, I was able to even get my homework finished...I did the majority of it a couple of days before I left, so all I had to do was post in the discussion threads which I could easily do at the house...just had to make sure I made the time...I also went to my police classes too...I just had to leave a lot earlier...
Speaking of that, we had the K9 officers come in finally...that was pretty cool...everyone was looking forward to that...and it was well worth the wait...they discussed the training the dogs have to go through and all that good stuff...these were very well trained and disciplined dogs...it was very cool...everyone was all excited and happy....and then, they busted out with the domestic violence class and brought everybody down...but, it was still a good class =P
I got $150 for house sitting, so I bought a few items that I've been eyeing for a while...I got one of those moss bags...those "man purses" as they've been referred to since I've had it...it's pretty handy to have....I don't have to lug around my backpack everywhere...I can't hold my big sketch book in it though, but I can put my regular size one in there...if I wanna bring my big one, I just have to carry it separately.
I got a few other odds and ends...went to Hot Topic looking for a new wallet, but I didn't see any that I liked...I'll check back in a few weeks and see what I can find...
I also picked up Cloverfield...I haven't bought any dvd's in a couple months, so I thought I should get at least one...I haven't really bought much of any collection stuff lately...no star wars figures, no dvd's (save for yesterday's purchase), no comics, no WW2 stuff...
I've been doing some job searching...I had an interview at Petco yesterday...they're opening a new one 5 minutes from my house, so I'm trying to get in there, so I could just ride a bike to work instead of driving...of course, I'd have to drive until I could afford the bike...heh heh...so, they'll be calling people Monday for second interviews. Wish me luck.
I think that's all that's going on right now...I gotta remember to get my mom a mother's day/birthday gift...that'll give me a reason to go back to World Market for more than just that flask...heh
Until we meet again...
I shall remain...
Brian
aka Mordok
Monday, April 21, 2008
The Eye of the Beholder...
So, I spent the weekend with m'lady...we had a good time, but the highlight was going to the park and taking pictures...It was a special experience...I now know that I've been bitten by the photography bug...I would like to dabble in the art of photography...At the moment, I'm lacking equipment...The camera we used was Rose's, so I can only dabble when I see her...It would be nice to have a good camera to use when we aren't able to be with each other...
So, without further ado, go check out my Deviantart page to see what we accomplished...
I only posted the creme de la creme...to see more check out my Myspace page.
I really look forward to dabbling more into photography and perhaps pimp myself out and sell some prints when I get better...
In other news, tomorrow I will be housesitting until Saturday, as I stated before...that's all I have to say about that...
I also saw one of my cats lick the other's butt...
Lick. It.
Gross.
With that, I shall take my leave. Keep in touch, True Believers!
Excelsior!
So, without further ado, go check out my Deviantart page to see what we accomplished...
I only posted the creme de la creme...to see more check out my Myspace page.
I really look forward to dabbling more into photography and perhaps pimp myself out and sell some prints when I get better...
In other news, tomorrow I will be housesitting until Saturday, as I stated before...that's all I have to say about that...
I also saw one of my cats lick the other's butt...
Lick. It.
Gross.
With that, I shall take my leave. Keep in touch, True Believers!
Excelsior!
Friday, April 18, 2008
Me vs. The Weather Master vs. Hillary...
Hey, True Believers!
(You don't mind if I use that from now on, do you, Stan?)
I had another week of my Citizen's Academy...it's been pretty fun and interesting lately. Yesterday, we had the local municipal court judge talk to us about the local court system. It was pretty informative...and the court here is open to the public, so I may go check it out sometime. If it's anything like "Night Court", I'll be there all the time!
We were supposed to have the K-9 officers talk to us yesterday, but there was a scheduling problem and it got postponed to another week...so, we just talked about block watches and what we can do to protect ourselves from theft and the like and what we should do to help facilitate the return of stolen items. Good times!
So, what's up with this weather? It was fucking snowing today! It's the middle of fucking April! Of course, 5 minutes later it was sunny again...
W-T-F, man...
W.
T.
F.
I am determined to find the mad scientist who keeps mucking with our weather. I'm convinced there's a person of Super-Villain stature at work here...and I shall expose him.
My mom mentioned that she's supporting Hillary Clinton now...what is the world coming to?
My family is against me in my fight for a Hillary-free election.
I forgot a couple of items to get at the store the other day. I wanted to buy a notebook to write down story ideas I get on the road and a small little sketch diary for the same. Next time I'm out I'll pick those up.
I will be house-sitting next week for my mom's friend. I believe I've spoken about the house before...it's pretty awesome...I look forward to it...and they pay me pretty well for living in their house for a week, taking care of their sometimes overly affectionate ( but still cute anyway) dogs. Should be good times. I will be broadcasting live from the house all next week (well, Tuesday thru Saturday), so be sure to catch all the exciting action.
Ok, I think that's it for the now. See ya next time!
Excelsior!
(Sorry, Stan...You know, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!)
(You don't mind if I use that from now on, do you, Stan?)
I had another week of my Citizen's Academy...it's been pretty fun and interesting lately. Yesterday, we had the local municipal court judge talk to us about the local court system. It was pretty informative...and the court here is open to the public, so I may go check it out sometime. If it's anything like "Night Court", I'll be there all the time!
We were supposed to have the K-9 officers talk to us yesterday, but there was a scheduling problem and it got postponed to another week...so, we just talked about block watches and what we can do to protect ourselves from theft and the like and what we should do to help facilitate the return of stolen items. Good times!
So, what's up with this weather? It was fucking snowing today! It's the middle of fucking April! Of course, 5 minutes later it was sunny again...
W-T-F, man...
W.
T.
F.
I am determined to find the mad scientist who keeps mucking with our weather. I'm convinced there's a person of Super-Villain stature at work here...and I shall expose him.
My mom mentioned that she's supporting Hillary Clinton now...what is the world coming to?
My family is against me in my fight for a Hillary-free election.
I forgot a couple of items to get at the store the other day. I wanted to buy a notebook to write down story ideas I get on the road and a small little sketch diary for the same. Next time I'm out I'll pick those up.
I will be house-sitting next week for my mom's friend. I believe I've spoken about the house before...it's pretty awesome...I look forward to it...and they pay me pretty well for living in their house for a week, taking care of their sometimes overly affectionate ( but still cute anyway) dogs. Should be good times. I will be broadcasting live from the house all next week (well, Tuesday thru Saturday), so be sure to catch all the exciting action.
Ok, I think that's it for the now. See ya next time!
Excelsior!
(Sorry, Stan...You know, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!)
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