How do you know when a seemingly well-rounded and extremely talented actor has fallen off the wagon (or stage)? When this hits the internet. I can only question what gave Joaquin Phoenix the idea to try his hand at "rapping", but I feel like the only thing I am lead to believe is the unfortunate use of drugs. Over the last few months, he has become unrecognizable to the average movie watcher with his mad-man beard, shaggy-dog hair and absent look in his eyes. This video, however, takes him to a whole new level that I had truly hoped he would never reach.
The optimistic side of me hopes that he may have had too many Red Bull Vodkas and the drunk energy just needed a release. It also gives me the chance to imagine the day when Joaquin bushwhacks off his beard and accepts another amazing movie role in which people all over can watch with awe (and secretly wish for a cleft lip because he makes it look good).
If you are reading this Joaquin, get through whatever you need to work through, but please come back to your glory days in movies. The world misses you.
Gabby GG
1.18.2009
1.14.2009
SJP, Say it isn't so
The most recent rumor circulating the internet (well, maybe not the most recent rumor - but the most recent rumor that I really care about) is that of Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick splitting. How can this be? Of course I like SJP a lot more than Matthew (minus the Ferris Bueller-ness of him), but together they make sense.
I felt the same way when Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe went their separate ways. In fact, I felt worse. If these two perfect-for-each-other people cannot make it work, what hope is there. (And I realize that my ideals of perfect-for-each-other is based mostly on Cruel Intentions and the fact that they were unable to complete their relationship in the movie so they should continue it in real life (yeah, maybe not so ideal but whatever)). I don't know how long it's been since they divorced, but I'm happy that Reese is with Jake (the world completely makes sense again) and could care less about Ryan and what he does now.
Brad and Jen. America's sweethearts. Maybe this hurt because they were beautiful together. They always looked so happy (no one wants to imagine actors acting in real life - were they really happy? are they just that good at pretending?). Again, my heart went with Jen after this heartbreaking divorce (although I was mesmerized by what was happening with Brad and Angelina - like the rest of the world).
Am I noticing a trend? Maybe I sympathize with the women of these relationships because I'm female? Perhaps I choose to lean toward the person who made me care about the relationship in the first place (Jen = Rachel Green of course).
Back to SJP and Matthew. If Carrie Bradshaw and Mr. Big can work things out (after him leaving her at the alter!!!!), please let this rumor be that of a viciously jealous fan trying to rip them apart and not really true.
Gabby GG
I felt the same way when Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe went their separate ways. In fact, I felt worse. If these two perfect-for-each-other people cannot make it work, what hope is there. (And I realize that my ideals of perfect-for-each-other is based mostly on Cruel Intentions and the fact that they were unable to complete their relationship in the movie so they should continue it in real life (yeah, maybe not so ideal but whatever)). I don't know how long it's been since they divorced, but I'm happy that Reese is with Jake (the world completely makes sense again) and could care less about Ryan and what he does now.
Brad and Jen. America's sweethearts. Maybe this hurt because they were beautiful together. They always looked so happy (no one wants to imagine actors acting in real life - were they really happy? are they just that good at pretending?). Again, my heart went with Jen after this heartbreaking divorce (although I was mesmerized by what was happening with Brad and Angelina - like the rest of the world).
Am I noticing a trend? Maybe I sympathize with the women of these relationships because I'm female? Perhaps I choose to lean toward the person who made me care about the relationship in the first place (Jen = Rachel Green of course).
Back to SJP and Matthew. If Carrie Bradshaw and Mr. Big can work things out (after him leaving her at the alter!!!!), please let this rumor be that of a viciously jealous fan trying to rip them apart and not really true.
Gabby GG
1.11.2009
If you don't like Patrick Swayze, you're nuts (or you're not a girl within the ages of 12-70, which is of course the target audience for Dirty Dancing for the rest of time).
I saw a movie yesterday, that I did not know existed, but had Johnny Castle written all over it. Roadhouse. I walked in on it after it had already began (I'm not sure how long it had been on before I came to the TV, but I'm assuming 1/4 - 1/2 over). The first scene, I honestly thought it was something that had been edited out of Dirty Dancing and the station was running a deleted scene version of the movie... and I was excited. There was Patrick, stepping out of his car in his black t-shirt (sleeves rolled slightly), frame fitting jeans, and boots, strutting (but with a mission, as Johnny was always on) toward an unknown destination with the jaw clenching, serious look on his face. You can imagine my disappointment when I realized that this movie was a completely different movie, but my interest was piqued with the similarities of his character.
While watching the movie, I began to think about what makes Patrick Swayze such a... desirable? character on the movie screen. He has the attitude of a soft-hearted bad ass, the toned body that never seems to be covered with a shirt and the soothing yet scratchy voice of a manly man. He also has the ability to make you cheer for the embrace/kiss on screen, but when he goes in for the kill, you see the awkward stiff "I would never want to kiss that" face that leans in to the other actress. How can such a successful seducer but such a horrible kisser (at least to watch)?
During the movie, previews for his new show continually ran. Unfortunately, with his weakened state (cancer is showing on his body, which is a horrible realization that he may not be "fine" as he states), his face is almost unrecognizable. What happened to the chiseled chin, tan skin and mysterious eyes? Although I wish the absolute best for Patrick (and the most limited amount of pain for what he is going through), I wish that he had retired from acting. Everyone wishes to remember those they love at their best (from grandparents, to neighbors, to Johnny Castle) but it's hard to do when you see them, looking haggard and thin and not very Dirty Dancing-ish.
Gabby GG
I saw a movie yesterday, that I did not know existed, but had Johnny Castle written all over it. Roadhouse. I walked in on it after it had already began (I'm not sure how long it had been on before I came to the TV, but I'm assuming 1/4 - 1/2 over). The first scene, I honestly thought it was something that had been edited out of Dirty Dancing and the station was running a deleted scene version of the movie... and I was excited. There was Patrick, stepping out of his car in his black t-shirt (sleeves rolled slightly), frame fitting jeans, and boots, strutting (but with a mission, as Johnny was always on) toward an unknown destination with the jaw clenching, serious look on his face. You can imagine my disappointment when I realized that this movie was a completely different movie, but my interest was piqued with the similarities of his character.
While watching the movie, I began to think about what makes Patrick Swayze such a... desirable? character on the movie screen. He has the attitude of a soft-hearted bad ass, the toned body that never seems to be covered with a shirt and the soothing yet scratchy voice of a manly man. He also has the ability to make you cheer for the embrace/kiss on screen, but when he goes in for the kill, you see the awkward stiff "I would never want to kiss that" face that leans in to the other actress. How can such a successful seducer but such a horrible kisser (at least to watch)?
During the movie, previews for his new show continually ran. Unfortunately, with his weakened state (cancer is showing on his body, which is a horrible realization that he may not be "fine" as he states), his face is almost unrecognizable. What happened to the chiseled chin, tan skin and mysterious eyes? Although I wish the absolute best for Patrick (and the most limited amount of pain for what he is going through), I wish that he had retired from acting. Everyone wishes to remember those they love at their best (from grandparents, to neighbors, to Johnny Castle) but it's hard to do when you see them, looking haggard and thin and not very Dirty Dancing-ish.
Gabby GG
1.02.2009
A brief look into my life
1. What did you do in 2008 that you’d never done before? Graduated, taught
2. Did you keep your new year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year? I'm not entirely sure I made any resolutions for last year (based solely on the fact that I never keep them), but I'm going to make 1 resolution for 2009 and try really hard this year to remember to at least think about it.
3. Did anyone close to you give birth? Yes, several people: 2008 = water must be flooded with fertility drugs
4. Did anyone close to you die? No one really close.
5. What countries did you visit? I visited the country I presently reside in - United States of American
6. What would you like to have in 2009 that you lacked in 2008? Wisdom to know when to be upset and when to not care, a physic eye to give me flashes of the future and courage to try things I would normally be shy about, tickets to Britney Spear's concert
7. What date from 2008 will remain etched upon your memory and why? Father's Day
8. What was your biggest achievement of the year? Remaining optimistic about life's directions
9. What was your biggest failure? Letting other people affect me (I should not care ALL the time if I hurt someone's feelings if they don't care when they hurt mine)
10. Did you suffer illness or injury? Just the normal
11. What was the best thing you bought? I bought a pair of kick ass rock-star boots (that I have yet to properly wear - only hiding under jeans).
12. Whose behavior merited celebration? Britney Spears (she came back like a champ)
13. Whose behavior made you appalled and depressed? A close relative who seemed to make many many wrong decisions that were based too much on selfishness
14. Where did most of your money go? Bills I believe... 2009, please bring more fun
15. What did you really, really, really get excited about? The ocean. I wanted to go, and we did = amazing
16. What song will always remind you of 2008? Songs don't typically remind of me a year ... unless it's (We're Going to Party Like Its 1999, which of course reminds me of 2000)
17. Compared to this time last year are you:
Happier? Yes
Thinner? Absolutely not
Richer? Not at all
18. What do you wish you’d done more of? Planned and paid attention to student loans
19. What do you wish you’d done less of? Worry
20. How did you spend Christmas? Relaxed
21. How will you be spending new years? Sitting around watching people dance like no one was watching
22. Did you fall in love in 2008? More in love
23. How many one-night stands? 0
24. What was your favorite TV program? Gossip Girl, Property Ladder, Flip This House, Design to Sell, ANTM
25. Do you hate anyone now that you didn’t hate this time last year? No, for once
26. What was the best book you read? I can't say that I read a book for enjoyment during the entire year of 2008 - sad
27. What was your biggest musical discovery? Not sure if it's a discovery, but I'm slowing learning bits and pieces about who sings what (or I'm trying, hard)
28. What did you want and you got? A job (sort of)
29. What did you want and not get? A pet for my cat
30. What was your favorite film of this year? The Dark Knight (but it was the last movie I saw in theaters too)
31. What did you do on your birthday, and how old did you turn? Worst birthday ever. I worked my ass off for $50 - NOT WORTH IT
32. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying? Less drama
33. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2008? I tried to dress better, but towards the end of the year it was more of a "what's on top and clean" strategy
34. What kept you sane? Myself
35. Which celebrity did you fancy the most? I fancied the least Rob Pattinson, the most... not sure
36. What political issue stirred you the most? Maybe the bailout(s)
37. Who did you miss? Old friends
38. Who was the best new person you met? A lot of people where I work are pretty great
39. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2008: Things don't usually end up how you expected, but its OK
40. Quote or Song Lyric that sums up your year: "Sometimes the appropriate response to reality, is to go insane."
12.30.2008
Who...What is Twilight?
Ok, I do know what Twilight is. I do not, however, see the appeal in it. I first heard about the series while reading through Clever Girl Goes Blog (I'm pretty sure it was before the movie came out... maybe) and I thought it sounded like something that would completely disinterest me. (I've never been a fan of sci-fi or fantasy - both of which I think these books fall under). Soon after, the crazyness of the Twilight movie and Rob Pattinson was everywhere.
I have issues with both.
To start, the movie and books. Everyone I've talked to in the last 2 weeks has devoted days to reading this series of books and raves about how amazing it is. "I spent most of the time rooting for them to kiss, rather than enjoying the rest of the story" is a response I received when I asked why they liked the book so much. This made me think - is this story just a guilt free, romance novel that you can feel more confident/comfortable telling people you read than something with Fabio on the cover (which, of course, is something you hide under your mattress and never admit to). I guess I can't really criticize a book I've never read, but I plan on keeping my Twilight virginity based mainly on the fact that everyone and their mom has fallen in love with it (call it rebellion, call it stubborn... whatevs).
Rob Pattinson. Why all the fuss? Before his most recent (much needed!) hair cut, he did not ooze attractiveness whatsoever. He almost looks like a disheveled, thinner version of Ed Westwick (Chuck Bass) without the rich, bad-ass attitude. Not to mention, I hear his performance in Twilight left some to be desired (which went mostly unnoticed because of the infatuation with the character he played).
I'm hoping that by the time Twilight 2 comes out, most of the hooplah has died down about the story and Rob Pattinson has proven himself disrespectful to women or animals or a bigot so that his face and name is not plastered everywhere I turn.
Gabby GG
I have issues with both.
To start, the movie and books. Everyone I've talked to in the last 2 weeks has devoted days to reading this series of books and raves about how amazing it is. "I spent most of the time rooting for them to kiss, rather than enjoying the rest of the story" is a response I received when I asked why they liked the book so much. This made me think - is this story just a guilt free, romance novel that you can feel more confident/comfortable telling people you read than something with Fabio on the cover (which, of course, is something you hide under your mattress and never admit to). I guess I can't really criticize a book I've never read, but I plan on keeping my Twilight virginity based mainly on the fact that everyone and their mom has fallen in love with it (call it rebellion, call it stubborn... whatevs).
Rob Pattinson. Why all the fuss? Before his most recent (much needed!) hair cut, he did not ooze attractiveness whatsoever. He almost looks like a disheveled, thinner version of Ed Westwick (Chuck Bass) without the rich, bad-ass attitude. Not to mention, I hear his performance in Twilight left some to be desired (which went mostly unnoticed because of the infatuation with the character he played).
I'm hoping that by the time Twilight 2 comes out, most of the hooplah has died down about the story and Rob Pattinson has proven himself disrespectful to women or animals or a bigot so that his face and name is not plastered everywhere I turn.
Gabby GG
12.25.2008
12.20.2008
Child #18 has popped
I'm not sure if anyone really watches the show, but the Duggar family (17 Kids and Counting) have counted up to 18 on the 18th of December.
Jon and Kate Plus 8 (the original 'we have a ton of kids and this is how we live' TLC show) has a place in the world as people are interested in what you do with six 3 year olds at one time, in addition to Maddy (who in herself, has the personality of four 7 year olds), and of course Cara. Not to mention, the hilarity of Jon on the show (which I'm positive he is unaware of because I think he's just really zoned out most of the time). However, the 17 Kids and Counting show simply follows a family around that must be insane and has no special contribution to... well, anything. Having never really watched the show, I'm not sure what they do for an income (besides milking TLC for everything they can) but how can anyone afford to have 18 children, plus 2 adults. (I read somewhere that they go through 6 gallons of milk a week which is something like $30 a week just on milk - damn)
Not that I'm for the control of people by a government, but I feel that in the case of this family, someone needs to step in and say "No more kids for you. You exceeded your quota by, oh...15!" Think of all the children that are born and placed in foster homes/orphanages daily that these people could have taken in and helped get off the 'streets', instead of continuing to create them themselves. Help others, Duggar family, and quit procreating!
Oh, and get some updated clothing. You can find things that look like they were designed in the 21st century for cheap too ya know!
Gabby GG
Jon and Kate Plus 8 (the original 'we have a ton of kids and this is how we live' TLC show) has a place in the world as people are interested in what you do with six 3 year olds at one time, in addition to Maddy (who in herself, has the personality of four 7 year olds), and of course Cara. Not to mention, the hilarity of Jon on the show (which I'm positive he is unaware of because I think he's just really zoned out most of the time). However, the 17 Kids and Counting show simply follows a family around that must be insane and has no special contribution to... well, anything. Having never really watched the show, I'm not sure what they do for an income (besides milking TLC for everything they can) but how can anyone afford to have 18 children, plus 2 adults. (I read somewhere that they go through 6 gallons of milk a week which is something like $30 a week just on milk - damn)
Not that I'm for the control of people by a government, but I feel that in the case of this family, someone needs to step in and say "No more kids for you. You exceeded your quota by, oh...15!" Think of all the children that are born and placed in foster homes/orphanages daily that these people could have taken in and helped get off the 'streets', instead of continuing to create them themselves. Help others, Duggar family, and quit procreating!
Oh, and get some updated clothing. You can find things that look like they were designed in the 21st century for cheap too ya know!
Gabby GG
12.19.2008
Dear Direct TV
Dear Direct TV,
Just a quick note to let you know how much I despise your current "Upgrade" commercial that runs at least once an hour on every channel imaginable. Because of your choice in celebrity representatives (ahem, Beyonce), I have made the official decision to never (I know, never say never - but I'm pretty sure I mean this one) select Direct TV as my cable provider.
IF you were to immediately remove this commercial from any and all TV channels, as well as erase the increasingly annoying jingle (lemme lemme lemme upgrade ja, grade ja) from my memory, I will reconsider the above. Until then, rot in hell.
Sincerely,
Very Unhappy TV watcher
Gabby GG
Just a quick note to let you know how much I despise your current "Upgrade" commercial that runs at least once an hour on every channel imaginable. Because of your choice in celebrity representatives (ahem, Beyonce), I have made the official decision to never (I know, never say never - but I'm pretty sure I mean this one) select Direct TV as my cable provider.
IF you were to immediately remove this commercial from any and all TV channels, as well as erase the increasingly annoying jingle (lemme lemme lemme upgrade ja, grade ja) from my memory, I will reconsider the above. Until then, rot in hell.
Sincerely,
Very Unhappy TV watcher
Gabby GG
12.11.2008
Give it a rest already
Don't get me wrong, I love Jennifer Aniston. I am, however, getting tired of hearing about how "tired" she is of hearing and talking about Brad and Angelina. In the latest GQ magazine (which she is again naked on the cover) she makes sarcastic remarks about the friendly-ness of their relationship. This is the nth time she has been quoted in magazines (and not tabloid type magazines... real $6 a pop magazines) about how she wishes people would lay off the Brangelina topic... but yet she continues to have quotes about it.
When Brad and Jen first split up, I (along with most of the female population) couldn't believe our ears. How could he leave Jen for someone like Angelina... she's so not his type...what is he thinking? Fast forward 6ish years and no one has a hard time understanding why, blaming him for doing it, or really caring anymore. This has proven unfortunate for Jen. I believe she would have come out on top had Friends still been a running show and she was still in the limelight as America's Sweetheart. She was pushed on the back burner as the world dissected Brangelina and tried to figure out how things were going to turn out. Jen took the high road for a very long time, choosing not to comment for years... but has somehow forgotten her morals and slipped into the media's grasp for rumors, backstabbing and stinging quotes. (The bombing of most of her movies and the release of her latest one pending, the lack of morals may be in hopes of raising interest and therefore ticket sales but who really knows.)
Jen, if you're reading this. Go back to "no comment" or the ease of a cold shoulder when asked about Brad and/or Angelina. Even if people aren't jumping on the bandwagon to choosing your side, you won't be losing any fans either (which you will soon if you continue to talk about it).
Gabby GG
When Brad and Jen first split up, I (along with most of the female population) couldn't believe our ears. How could he leave Jen for someone like Angelina... she's so not his type...what is he thinking? Fast forward 6ish years and no one has a hard time understanding why, blaming him for doing it, or really caring anymore. This has proven unfortunate for Jen. I believe she would have come out on top had Friends still been a running show and she was still in the limelight as America's Sweetheart. She was pushed on the back burner as the world dissected Brangelina and tried to figure out how things were going to turn out. Jen took the high road for a very long time, choosing not to comment for years... but has somehow forgotten her morals and slipped into the media's grasp for rumors, backstabbing and stinging quotes. (The bombing of most of her movies and the release of her latest one pending, the lack of morals may be in hopes of raising interest and therefore ticket sales but who really knows.)
Jen, if you're reading this. Go back to "no comment" or the ease of a cold shoulder when asked about Brad and/or Angelina. Even if people aren't jumping on the bandwagon to choosing your side, you won't be losing any fans either (which you will soon if you continue to talk about it).
Gabby GG
12.08.2008
I don't know if I can wait until Jan. 5th
Tonight's episode of Gossip Girl was the saddest and best one yet, until the last 5 minutes. It should have ended with Blair hugging Chuck and everyone with a heart watching, crying right along with him (but those silly writers don't know when to stop).
I was amazed by the bombshell of why Lily was in a hospital, as I really had no inclination as to what could possibly matter so much (everyone goes a little crazy sometimes...no?). However, I hated that Chuck left Blair in the middle of the night, with a predictable note nonetheless. I'm also not a fan of ...what's his name, Serena's new b/f (it's never a good thing when a major character for the last 3 episodes has a non-rememberable name), and I suppose the hopeless romantic in me can't wait for Serena and Dan to get through themselves and work it out once and for all.
The next new episode doesn't come out until January 5th, 2009. It might as well be 2050 for that matter. It's completely understandable of having a holiday vacation for the cast and staff of Gossip Girl, but they shoot episodes in advance anyway so couldn't they have had 1 more week of work before Christmas (I don't think it's too much to ask since even schools are required to attend until the day before Christmas Eve)? I guess I'm just grumpy because I want to see what's going to happen.
And what was with Chuck teetering on the edge of a building in the preview... AHHH.
Gabby GG
I was amazed by the bombshell of why Lily was in a hospital, as I really had no inclination as to what could possibly matter so much (everyone goes a little crazy sometimes...no?). However, I hated that Chuck left Blair in the middle of the night, with a predictable note nonetheless. I'm also not a fan of ...what's his name, Serena's new b/f (it's never a good thing when a major character for the last 3 episodes has a non-rememberable name), and I suppose the hopeless romantic in me can't wait for Serena and Dan to get through themselves and work it out once and for all.
The next new episode doesn't come out until January 5th, 2009. It might as well be 2050 for that matter. It's completely understandable of having a holiday vacation for the cast and staff of Gossip Girl, but they shoot episodes in advance anyway so couldn't they have had 1 more week of work before Christmas (I don't think it's too much to ask since even schools are required to attend until the day before Christmas Eve)? I guess I'm just grumpy because I want to see what's going to happen.
And what was with Chuck teetering on the edge of a building in the preview... AHHH.
Gabby GG
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