Recently I have been trying to catch up on movies that I’ve missed. I always try to have a “balance” in my selections. For example, if I rent a more serious or horror movie, I also get a comedy to go along with it. You know, “balance”. So the other night Nacho Libre was on the list. Jack Black is just plain crazy…a good kind of crazy…a funny kind of crazy. Here is one of my favorite clips from the movie that I can’t stop laughing at:

I don’t know if I have mentioned this before, but since the move I haven’t watched much television. The decision was made not to purchase a t.v. for a couple of reasons: Save money on the cable bill; not much space in the apartment; just don’t need to watch. Besides, the few shows that I do want to keep up with happen to have full episodes online anyway. Why am I telling you this? Well…

Recently there have been family members visiting San Francisco. While here, I took note that both sides of the family insisted on using the trusty ol’ GPS. Don’t get me started, but let’s just say I’m not a fan. I like the idea of having a map or someone giving you directions and going for it (sorry, I had to add that in). There, of course, were a number of times when the GPS would send the family astray with it’s weird directions and the nice woman’s voice would tell the driver to “make a u-turn when possible”. After sharing my story with a friend, he suggested I take a look at this clip from The Office. I found it flippin’ crazy funny because of the fact that the whole GPS-family experience was fresh in mind. So, my whole “I don’t watch much t.v.” sharing above is now followed by a “now I know they have full episodes on the web of The Office”. Uh-oh.

Can you relate? Enjoy…

I don’t know if this is wrong or not, but I can’t help it. I love Adam Sandler and this is from one of my favorite movies EVER (The Wedding Singer). You know, a little something for those of us that aren’t into the whole February 14th deal…

Alright, I’m going to tell you right now that you probably shouldn’t watch this if you’re at work. Or have children around. Or are offended by swearing. Or don’t like Sarah Silverman. Or if you don’t like Matt Damon. Oh, what the heck…it’s funny. I had to share. I apologize ahead of time if you’re not into it so this is me giving your a fair warning…

 

Guess where I was earlier?

Mmmm, hmmm….The first movie we went to see since moving here to San Francisco (other than the ones we rent). So, this is an update to my earlier post of movies that I was interested in seeing…

JUNO! I really loved that movie. The quirky (this word is starting to be thrown around way too easily, by the way) story filled with amazingly fitting music is sweet. It makes you think back to what you were like at 16 (if only we were all as smart and witty as Ellen Page’s character, Juno). This film is really well cast and Diablo Cody’s (go read about her - she’s really interesting) dialogue is quick and honest, which is refreshing. Jason Reitman was able to mesh laughter, love, sadness and sass into this dramedy. I’d say it was 96 minutes well spent on this Sunday evening.

ps - listen to the soundtrack because I haven’t stopped playing it since I downloaded it.

Remember the hot video I posted by Hawaii’s trio NOMASTERBACKS?  You loved it, I know.  Well, here’s your chance to show them how much you loved it.  The guys have been nominated for Best Hip-Hop Album in the Hawaii Music Awards!  Please visit the site and vote for them.  You can vote once per day for every email address you have through February 4.  They are the first/top listed group when you click on the Hip-Hop link to vote.

ps - congrats, guys!  you definitely have my vote(s)! 

There are a couple of movies that I would like to see.  The Darjeeling Limited, Margot at the Wedding and Juno.  I haven’t had a chance to catch any of them but would love to hear what you thought of them if you did.  I’ve already downloaded my Juno album from iTunes and am loving it.  In fact, that’s what I’m listening to as I write this post.  Here’s the trailer (or you can click on the links above and they’ll take you to the trailers at Apple).

Alright, so I am really digging on this song and video. NOMASTERBACKS is a group of 3 talented local boys (Temper T, Well.Being & Wade) from Hawaii that have been writing, rapping, rhyming - you name it - for years. Back in high school these guys were already awesome and they don’t disappoint with this sweet little video that was released earlier this month, “New Rules”, off their most recent album, “At Your Door”.

It’s here. It’s finally here. The start of the new seasons of all of your favorite television shows. Family Guy had its Season Premiere last night and it was part of a two-episode show. It’s Always Sunny in Philadephia (HILLARIOUS) had its Season 3 premier the other week. Why didn’t I start watching this show sooner? I wish I had time to keep up with all of these shows, but that would be unrealistic. So, here are some of my favorites…

Heroes premiers tonight:

I wish I had remembered to follow this show from the beginning of its First season. I saw a few episodes and am pretty hooked now.

Criminal Minds premiers Wednesday, September 26:

Another show that I like to catch when I can. The characters are fun and the cases are interesting.

Ugly Betty premiers Thursday, September 27:

What’s there not to like about this show?

Grey’s Anatomy (my fave) premiers Thursday, September 27:

Yes, it is still my favorite show and I’ve been waiting all summer for the season to start up again. Reruns and past seasons on DVD will no longer cut it. I want Season 4!!

ER premiers Thursday, September 27:

I have watched ER off and on throughout its many seasons. While I’m not 100% in love with the show I still want to watch to see what happens to the characters. Can you believe this will be season 14?

Without a Trace premiers Thursday, September 27:

I hardly ever remember to watch this show, but when I do I’m glad. A good thing about Without a Trace is that during one of the commercial breaks of each episode they feature a missing person in hopes of trying to locate them.

Friday Night Lights premiers Friday, October 5:

Even if you’re not a football fan you can watch this show. It isn’t entirely about the sport. The best acting from this cast, in my opinion, is by the boys of the show. It’s a show that has heart and I like that. Oh yeah, and there’s Kyle Chandler.

Numb3rs premiers Friday, September 28:

This is a show that I think I watch mainly because I enjoy the characters. I have no idea what Charlie is talking about (yeah, he’s the “numbers” guy) but it’s a good time anyway. Hello, Rob Morrow.

Here’s a couple others that I haven’t seen in a while but you may like to know about:

Prison Break had its opening episode last week. I haven’t watched this show but a few times. Which is why when I went to iTunes and downloaded the episode (for free, by the way) I was confused. Hey, Wentworth Miller is in it.

Kitchen Nightmares actually started last week. I missed it but am hoping it’s as fun as Hell’s Kitchen. I love Chef Gordon Ramsay!

CSI: Miami premiers Monday, September 24 (tonight); CSI: New York premiers Wednesday, September 26; The original CSI premiers Thursday, September 27.

The Office premiers Thursday, September 27.

My Name is Earl premiers Thursday, September 27.

30 Rock premiers Thursday, October 4.

Scrubs premiers Thursday, October 25.

Project Runway - Not until late 2007?

Medium - Gotta wait until January!

Okay…so let me know if I’ve missed any shows that you are ready to start watching. Just so you know - I don’t have HBO and all so that’s why I don’t get to watch all the other fun shows that are probably set to begin. Looks like I’m not going to get any work done on Thursdays…

Well, at 11:59, to be exact (that’s what my ticket says), guess what I’ll be doing?

That’s right. I’ll be watching Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix!!! How hard does that rock?!!? Yes, we went and picked up our tickets yesterday and can’t wait for tonight. My husband is such a good sport…

Hope you’ll be viewing the movie tonight, too. Let me know if you’ve seen it/will be seeing it!

Any of you recognize why this is such an important date?

Hint #1: I can tell you that I (along with zillions of others) will be in line outside of a movie theater as July 12 turns to July 13 because at the stroke of midnight I’ll be watching a new movie.

Hint #2: The movie I’m talking about in Hint #1 is the fifth in a series of seven.

Hint #3: A book will be released on July 21, just a little over one week later, that features the same characters that will be in the movie that I’m referring to in Hint #1 and Hint #2.

Know what July 13, 2007 signifies now? Sure you do! HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX!!! I’m ready for the movie. I’ve pre-ordered my copy of book #7. Only thing left to do now is wait.

Go and check out the trailer if you’ve not seen it yet. To read more about Harry and his friends head over to the Harry Potter official website and visit MuggleNet.

Thank you to Jena at Modish and Mallory at Miss Malaprop for the heads up on the sneak preview of Handmade Nation (the official title), otherwise known as the Indie Craft Documentary. This film has been in the works for the past year is the baby of Faythe Levine and Micaela O’Herlihy. Traveling from city to city to meet with and interview indie craft folks for this wonderful film. I can’t wait for the movie to debut which is set to arrive next spring.

While waiting for Handmade Nation to come out, why not show your support by shopping here.