Front of the Class
Posted by: loyster on: June 28, 2009
My only (albeit small) brush with Tourette’s Syndrome so far was that Eminem got very publicly rapped for some comment he made about it, and that ex-Manchester United goalkeeper Tim Howard has it.
That is until I watched Front of the Class, a Hallmark movie based on the true story of Brad Cohen. Now I generally stay away from Hallmark movies (or Hallmark productions, for that matter) cause they are normally saccharine sweet and I’m the type who love jolts and shocks and scares and action.
But this one caught my attention. I’ve always been a sucker for teacher movies and the lead actor was kinda cute 
And I’m so glad I watched it.
Anyway, this is the kind of movie that can make you laugh and cry. I was in tears at the end of it – not cause it’s a sad story but cause it’s so darn inspirational. It’s showing on Astro’s HBO throughout this month so just check your TV Guide and watch it if you can.
Falling From Grace
Posted by: loyster on: June 28, 2009
Watching Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen makes you want to do this:
Bite your tongue to keep from making any sarcastic remarks. Clap a hand over your mouth to keep from shouting in frustration. Grit your teeth to keep from booing.
Honestly, it’s a disappointment not because it was 2 and a half hours of robots whizzing in and out of the screen, with lame attempts at humour haphazardly stuck in between. Unlike my brother, I didn’t mind so much the not sticking to facts where the robots were concerned.
It was more the nonexistent plot that really got to me. AND unnecessary scenes (did we really have to see Sam’s mom going all weird on weed?). AND the terrible script writing (Optimus Prime: You fall, I rise *shudder*). AND the abrupt ending (Sam who died miraculously comes to live for no reason other than to poke the Matrix into Optimus’ chest so that Optimus can destroy the Fallen crashboombang one sentence of wise words from Optimus and THE END).
Megatron too turns out to be a mere *kay-leh-feh* (extra on the set) this time round. Even with better, shinier and more menacing robots than the Autobots, the Decepticons still can lose? This is taking the whole David vs Goliath thing a little too far. Plus allowing Megatron to live for another day? Transformers 3, suckers?
All is not lost though. Shia le Bouf shows that he really can act though he is relegated to mere eye candy in this movie cause Megan Fox’s character simply kicks ass. The part where he is spouting nonsense in his Astronomy – I think, can’t remember – class was pure genius. And the few scenes Josh Duhamel was in were enjoyable.
Sigh. I think Michael Bay definitely took the easy way out with this movie. Would I recommend anyone to watch it? Yeah. But at the end of the day, this summer blockbuster that could have been awesome just comes off as real fluff. And that’s a shame.
I Got My Satisfaction
Posted by: loyster on: June 27, 2009
There is nothing scarier than doing something that absolutely freaks you out and yet the only thing that is moving you along is pure bravado. As I stand on the tiny little platform with my arms wrapped tightly around the tree, I curse myself for not backing down when I had the chance.
I have to admit that this is a good example of me being *sei oi min* (literally translated = die also want to keep face = ego). Even if it very well kills me, I will prove that I can do it.
And do I did Lol. My arms are hurting like hell today but the exhilaration of pushing myself and completing the course and having my Hotel General Manager clapping for me = priceless, man!
Rest In Peace
Posted by: loyster on: June 27, 2009
It’s been a sad week for those in show (and music) biz. Certainly both Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett have been off the radars for some time – though coincidentally both resurfaced this year when Michael announced his concert dates and Farrah with her battle with cancer.
As all the tributes are pouring in for Michael Jackson, the death of Farrah Fawcett seems to be extremely under the radar which is kinda sad 
May both their souls rest in peace, anyhow.
Drag Me To Hell
Posted by: loyster on: June 20, 2009
A movie with a name as delicious as Drag Me To Hell has to be cool, right? Hell, yeah Not punny I know but still very, very appropriate.
This movie has all the necessary ingredients to ensure that movie goers are well entertained. Shocks – check (a group of young-ish girls were sitting behind me and they were screaming the whole time). Comedy – check (I lurve the part where she was deciding who to give the cursed button to). Disgusting moments – check (spraying blood, anyone?)
You really have to commend Alison Lohman though. In this movie, she had a crazed goat demon out for her soul, a crazed gypsy woman cursing her and almost whacking the shit out of her, flies and blood and mud spewed at her, and she still looks credible. You actually find yourself hoping that she can dig her way out of the mess she is in.
As far as horror movies go, I don’t think you can really tag it as one per se. Jolly good watch, though
Wong/Chong Family Reunion
Posted by: loyster on: June 14, 2009
I can’t begin to say how much I loathe Genting Highlands. It’s a place which should only be frequented by a) kids; b) parents with kids cause they get a kick out of seeing how happy their kids are; and c) people with itchy fingers who can sweat off their gambling fever at the many casinos there.
Ok I’m way cynical. And yes, I admit some of my happiest childhood memories are when we were holiday-ing there. However, the glitz definitely wears off as you are viewing it from aged eyes.
Anyhoo, I spent less than 24 hours there this weekend with my family and close relatives and I must say that while Genting will never make my Top 20 Places To Be, the company I was with definitely made it an interesting and fun weekend
Dumb and Dumber
Posted by: loyster on: June 12, 2009
This has got to be the biggest joke of the week. Ronaldo being sold for 80 million?? And to Real Madrid!
As a Manchester United fan, I’m super glad he’s leaving. He’s good but nowhere near as brilliant as he thinks he is, or ought to be. And when he’s bad, he downright sucks.
And honestly, once the rumours started swirling around, we’ve all just been waiting for him to leave. I always say a slightly less talented player who lives and dies for Manchester United is tons better than someone whose heart is not really in it.
Tell me he is not doing it for the money, though. 600k a week is ludicrous!! And talking about challenges, the only club that I can see realistically as a step up would be Barcelona, not Real Madrid.
But oh well. I say thanks for the cash, Perez. Us Manchester United fans are laughing all the way to the bank. Come the close of the 2009/2010 season, let’s see what they can win with the show pony that is Ronaldo.
Black Clouds & Silver Linings
Posted by: loyster on: June 11, 2009
Out 23rd June 2009.
Super. Freaking. Awesome. I can’t wait!!!!!!
ps. Sorry for the small album cover. Can’t find any bigger
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Maybe it was my pessimism of the previous night but I had the worst dream ever. I can’t call it a nightmare cause it wasn’t scary – no flying pontianak or leaping keong si – but it was still disturbing.
Sheesh.
It’s all in the mind, right?
Nothing in Particular
Posted by: loyster on: June 10, 2009
Watching VH1’s One Hit Wonders of the 80s the other day, my Dad innocently asked if that meant they were failures.
God, that is why I love him so much Haha. If being a One Hit Wonder meant being a failure, I hope to be a failure too!
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Hell yeah!
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Why isn’t Hazards of Love as enjoyable as The Crane Wife, which was a musical masterpiece?
Still, I do feel for Margaret. And favourite tracks are Hazards of Love 4 and Won’t Want For Love.
I heart concept albums
Deja Vu
Posted by: loyster on: June 10, 2009
It started with a date for a movie. The simple pleasure of being asked out and the lure of the movie in itself made the request easy to say yes to.
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What makes people enjoy matchmaking? Does the matchmaker ever feel responsible if both parties end up being broken hearted? Or do they think success means bringing two compatible people together, consequences be damned?
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I can’t bear the emotional stress of having someone’s feelings on my hands. It’s a burden I am not willing to take on at the moment.
You like me and so I have power over you. That’s no fun power to have.
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I’m just sad today.
