23
February

Oscars go to the birds!

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bird falling

   “BIRDMAN” won best picture of the year and I feel like I’m eating crow.  This was a movie without a point/beak. There were definitely some fine performances but best picture of the year come on have the Oscars flown the coop. I apology for all the bird references but at least I’m going somewhere with this piece unlike “Birdman” which went know where.  Maybe I don’t understand the artistic principles involved in it but maybe I’m supposed to go to a movie to be entertained and feel like there was a point in blowing over 2 hours of my time.  “BIRDMAN” deserved best picture and pigeon tastes like caviar.

P.S. I’m very happy that J.K Simmons won best supporting actor in Whiplash. He not only deserved for his powerful performance but gave a moving acceptance speech as well.

 

21
February

Oscar’s Should and will Win

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the oscars

 

Here (below) is who I believe should win the nomination in various categories and who I predict will actually win and why.  Disclaimer-if I didn’t see a majority of the movies in a category I will * star that category.

(1) BEST PICTURE

A. SHOULD WIN- American Sniper– This is the real deal great acting, directing, cinematography and one of the few movies better then the book. Won’t win because the topic and director are political incorrect.

B. FINE IF IT WINS-Whiplash is a strong 2nd place but I’m fine if Imitation Game takes it as well.

C. WILL WIN- Boyhood- Too much hype about a movie that was made over 12 years and felt like that for the viewer.

(2)BEST ACTOR

A. SHOULD WIN- Bradley Cooper-A performance of a lifetime but since he’s in a politically incorrect movie it might be tough for him to win

B. FINE IF HE WINS- Eddie Redmayne- An incredible transformation of a character.

C. WILL WIN- Michael Keaton- He has the sympathy vote since he hasn’t been in a big dramatic movie in years.

* (3) BEST ACTRESS 

A. SHOULD WIN -I really don’t know since the only movie I saw in this category was “The Theory of Everything” and she was fine but not spectacular.

B. WILL WIN- Julianne Moore- Plays a character who is developing Alzheimer, need I say more

(4) BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

A. SHOULD WIN- J.K Simmons– Hands, Feet and Drumstick down the best actor in this category.

B. FINE IF HE WINS-Robert Duval– I’m not actually fine with it but I like Robert Duval and he did a decent job in this role.

C. WILL WIN- Edward Hawke– He’s the popular good looking dude in Hollywood probably is the life of the party as well.

Disclaimer didn’t see Foxcatcher

(5) BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

A. SHOULD WIN-Keira Knightley– very captivating in her role

B FINE IF SHE WINS- Emma Stone- She really did a terrific job in a lousy movie.

C. WILL WIN- Patricia Arquette– The emotional scene at the end of the movie has the Oscar pickers grabbing their handkerchief and their vote for her.

*(6) CINEMATOGRAPHY

A. SHOULD WIN- The Grand Budapest Hotel-It is visually captivating

B. FINE IF IT WINS- Not sure because didn’t see many of the nominees

C. WILL WIN- Birdman– For it’s artistry experiment. Please note experiments can lead to Frank stein.

(7)  BEST DIRECTOR

BOYCOTT- MY PICK- How could Clint Eastwood in American Sniper not be nominated.

(8) BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY

A. SHOULD WIN & WILL WIN- American Sniper-  This way they can give an Oscar to a fine film and rub it in at the same time. 

B. FINE IF IT WINS- The Imitation Game- It had a unique way to tell this story.

(9) BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY

A.  SHOULD WIN– Nightcrawler – This script is incredible and I feel sorry this film was nominated in other categories.

B.    FINE IF IT WINS-Grand Budapest Hotel- A unique story that takes you on a maze of adventure.

C.  WILL WIN- Boyhood- I close my eyes with tears as I write this but the Oscar Pickers feel sorry for any film that takes 12 years to make. I wish it took a 100 years to write and then I probably wouldn’t have seen it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

09
February

STAR MOMENT

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red carpet

Most of us never have a chance to meet a celebrity even if it’s just for a moment but with “STAR MOMENT” we can make your dreams come true.  “STAR MOMENT’ finds a time and place for you to meet this individual whether it be at their local grocery store or coffee shop because even celebrities have a moment free.  “STAR MOMENT’S” will be brief 5-10 minutes and might be a distance to get there but who knows where that moment can lead and aren’t you worth it.

08
February

Bruce Jenner & Mental Health

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bruce jenner bobbi houston brown

We watch in despair as many of our celebrities sink down in a mental health spiral that leads to destruction and even death as we feel helpless to stop the fall.  Adults should be able to do what they want with their bodies but when a 50 year old man suddenly desires to be a woman this could be a cry for attention or desperation. Bobbi Houston & Bruce Jenner are just two of the most recent celebrities that have fallen due to untreated mental health issues.  Whether it be Michael Jackson or Marilyn Monroe mental illness effects the celebrities as well as the general public. While we in the public might feel helpless those family and friends feel paralyzed as they watch their loved one fall further and further down.  It’s time that we make it easier for the  family and friends of loved one to intervene on  their behalf  (even if they don’t accept their illness) and in so doing stop this downward spiral.

07
February

Shark Tank 2-06-15- Worst Idea & Coolest Idea

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Shark tank

 

Which idea sank to the bottom?  I didn’t have to get to the end of the show to see which product was left eaten up.

LIP BAR- Unusual natural colored lipstick. I can’t imagine this product doesn’t exist already even it’s at a circus or punk rock bar.  Sorry but this just didn’t work.

Click to see a great website without a great product

BEVERAGE BOY- Allows you to drink any beverage in water. Great for Hotels, Colleges & hot tubs.

Click to see this cool idea

06
February

PINK SLIP for NBC Anchor Brian Williams

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brian williams

REALLY?

NBC Anchor Brian Williams should be packing his desk tonight if there is an ounce of integrity at NBC news.  How can your leading Anchor fabricate a lie that he repeats over 12 years and only admits fault when the Roosters & Chickens come home to roost?  If this was not enough of a reason for his dismissal he has also fabricated lies during Hurricane Katrina that again were used to bolster his image.  Network news should be some what true or we could all just watch MSNBC.  Brian Williams could still work at NBC maybe as a skit writer for SNL because he has become a total joke.  PLEASE SHARE IF YOU AGREE

04
February

Whiplash = POWERFUL

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whiplash****1/2

 

“Whiplash” is what films should be. It captures the never say die attitude that we see in movies such as “Rocky” and takes it to the dark side as scene in “Black Swan” but with twists and turns that throws the “Hollywood Formula” right where it belongs (please remember to flush).  It is far from PC especially in today’s world which makes it even more refreshing and leaves you with questions way after the viewing such as “How much is really enough”?  The only drawback is it doesn’t hit the emotional peaks as seen in “American Sniper” but I wouldn’t be disappointed if it won best movie of the year.

Ad 1/2 star more for the best drum solo ever recorded in a film

03
February

Worse to live

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fear 2

Every horror movie ends with the ultimate penalty death to the victim but what if the “evil one” forced you to live instead.  Are there examples where a “sadistic person” would keep you alive instead of allowing you to “rest in peace”?  Would this be a twist that would draw viewers to the screen or be so horrible they would turn away? Of course we might trade our death instead of the death of a loved one or be willing to sacrifice our life if we were in continuous pain and fear but would this be to horrific to watch?    Here’s your morning challenge name an example where death would truly be the easier escape and which viewers would still be enticed to watch? 

02
February

Best & Worst Superbowl Ads-OVER NIGHT

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Superbowl

It is not whether you remember an ad for the moment but whether it lingers the next day to complete an action. Here is the top 3  Ads (below) that I believe hit the bulls eye  and ones that never made it off the launch pad and why I made such a determination

BEST

1. SNICKERS- Funny, nostalgic  and had good identification with the product. If I could eat peanuts I’d grab one today.

2. DORITOS- Sexy, Funny and got it’s point across. It’s time for  bite or two or….

3. MCDONALD’S, COCA COLA, BUDWEISER – 3 WAY TIE -Great Feel Good Ads.  The problem is the products are too distant from the feeling yet they might have a longer impact then initially gauged. If I had to pick one it would be Budweiser because animals still work.

WORST

(1)NATIONWIDE-Wrong Time & Wrong Place-They might have had good intentions but came across as the party pooper.

(2) CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE- Boring- It is the opposite image I would think  a cruise line would want to express especially one that has the name Carnival in it.

(3) GODADDY- Work & Superbowl don’t mix.  It’s like Peanut Butter and Chocolate in my stomach…. just cruel.

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