Updates... Rantings... =p

Wow, I basically spend the whole day out today!! Amazing. I haven't been shopping for a while, and finally I got the chance to walk around the mall today at Jordan Creek. =p Yeah, I know. It does sound weird that a guy would like shopping and walking around in the mall, but I guess too much of routine makes one bored! =p But I seriously do enjoy shopping, not every single day though! =p

Suet dropped by Des Moines with her boyfriend to visit me! How nice of her. =p Finally met up with some old friends. She's still the same I should say, out going and funny... etc. Not much changes I should say. Haha... It was fun getting to meet her again here at the States. =) Thanks for visiting me Suet!! =)

Well, I watched another movie today!! Hahaha... This time I watched The Mummy 3. What do I think about it? Well, another mummy movie I should say, with the beginning a little draggy, and the story line is sort of the same as before. Not much suprise I should say. I would give it maybe a 2.5 out of 5 stars.

And now I would like to set a target for myself -- jog 25 miles in total before school starts. =p I have already made 6 miles in three days of jogging, and there will be this coming week and the week before school starts on the 25th of August for me to build up my "mileage". =p I am heading over to NYC on the 10th, so I guess that will stop me from jogging, or maybe not if I have the chance. =p

The three days of jogging allowed me to discover some pretty sights around Drake I must say. Well, not in Drake campus area I must say, but places around Drake like 42nd Street, Forest Avenue... Some houses there are just so nice and well shaded, which reminds me of my holiday in Australia way back then. =p And now I also know that University Avenue is an easier course than Forest Avenue (only apply from 25th Street to 42nd Street so far! =p). My next run will be 4 miles I hope, and most likely it will be more challenging because there is a big hill past 42nd Street! =p

Alright, that's pretty much about it for now. I will blog again on either tomorrow or Monday, because there will be something to blog about. Something nice, something fun. =p Adioz for now! =)

The Dark Knight

Guess what? I got to watch The Dark Knight yesterday! I watched it at an iMax theather in downtown Des Moines! Hey hey, some part of the film is specially filmed for iMax, so it's of course worth it watching at an iMax theather, don't think so? =p

Anyway, there won't be any spoiler here. It is a very good movie, and it surely lived up to its hype. Hey, the queue to enter the theather started building an hour before the show! Another thing, tickets are sold out in almost all cinema here! That's how many people watching it. Amazing. And I must say this iMax experience is way better than the first one I had in Omaha. Lol!!

I must say this movie deserve 4.5 stars, or maybe 4.8 stars, out of a 5 stars scale. Yes, it is truly a good movie, one worth watching. Heck, the whole theather clapped once the movie ended. Everyone was in awe how good the movie is!! Go watch it for yourself, don't wait till they stop screening it! Dig up your piggy banks and look under your couch for money if you have to, just make sure you watch it at the cinema, or a surround sound home theather system! =p

Truly a good movie. And now let us all remember the person who gave his all for this movie, Heath Ledger.

Ironman

I think I missed out a movie review on this show. I happened to watch Ironman on the day it was released. I guess too much of assignments and finals coming up, that's why I didn't write a review on this movie. Well, since it is so late, this post will contain spoiler. Don't read if you intent to watch the movie! =p

This movie set out by showing this successful guy making high-tech weapons for the US government. Then he went over to the Middle-East to showcase his latest and most powerful bomb, or superweapon I should say, the Jericho. It was broadcasted live on TV, and the whole world knew about it. It was a successful broadcast, and its main purpose is to cast fear to enemies.

While on his way back, his convoy was delibrately ambushed. Admist all the chaos, he found himself staring at his very own company's bomb before it served its purposed in front of him. Fortunately, he was saved by another specialist. But, due to the nature of that bomb, his body is contaminated with metal shrapnels. In order to save him, this specialist created a 'heart' for him, a 'heart' that will hold the metal shrapnels in place in order for him to survive.

When he woke up, the heart was already planted in him. After some explanation, he and the specialist became allies. Forced by the commander who bought his company's weapons, he agreed to make the Jericho. Yes, it is a disguise. He secretly made himself a suit of armor, armed with a flame thrower, and able to fly with booster on the armor's feet.

Sadly, to escape, the specialist sacrificed himself. With all the sound effects and screen effects, Ironman was born. He destroyed the whole hideout of the terrorist group, and started to fly out of the area. Well, it wasn't tested before, so I should say it didn't flew very well, which was quite a funny sight.

After he got back to US, he decided to stop making weapons. Of course, his company's board was not happy. He went on with his decision, and secretly in his underground lab, he continue to refine his suit, his Ironman.

Able to get whatever technology he needed, he successfully created Ironman. He flew back to the Middle East, destroyed the whole terrorist camp, and met two Raptors on his way back. Needless to say, he came home safely, and that is when Ironman is near perfection.

Well, guess who is selling the weapons to the terrorist? Yeap, definitely the company's partner. Profit. Which wide-eyed monster don't go after profit? After he found out this truth, he was angered and he continued to add power to Ironman. Meanwhile, the suit which he made during his escape was found by the terrorist leader and later made its way to the traitor. Making that junk more powerful, making it a more sophisticated weapon, and making it stand against Ironman was what the traitor did.

The fight was nice, though as usual, good guys win in the movies. Well, being overpowered, Ironman can only outwit his opponent. With a little help from his beloved secretary, evil is being destroyed by a burst of technology itself.

With all the fight going on in the city and a crescendo finale to the fight, it's to no suprise that the press, also known as paparazzi, was interested. Headlines of the fight came out, with the name Ironman splash over the newspapers. After reading the papers, he thought the name Ironman was perfect. Being told to hide the truth and given alibis, he stood facing the press. He was asked: "Can you tell me what happened in your power plant last night? Are you involved in the fight? Are you Ironman?" After a little thought, he said:

"As a matter of fact, I AM Ironman!"

What a way to end the show. A line to remember, a line which enables a sequel if they consider making one, and a line which I call killer line. =p I had say this movie is worth 4 stars out of 5 stars as well. Considering the fact that I just wrote another movie review about 45 minutes ago, these two movies stand out for itself, and certainly have its own moment. A great movie, and a movie worth watching another time.

Now, if only I have the chance to catch the next most anticipate movie... The Dark Knight anyone? =p

Wanted!

Time for some movie review again! Finally, after so long, I managed to get myself a chance to the cinema again. Sigh, the trouble of not having a car! Anyway, this time around I watched Wanted.

The movie tells about a guy, just like me and you and everyone else, pathetic (quoted from the movie!), who have a chance to change his life. A group of people who are born-to-be-assassins found this guy, whom his father happens to be one of them. This group of people call themselves the Fraternity. They go by a code of fate, killing whoever the code tells them to.

Well, I can't and won't tell the whole story here. It is well worth the money for you to head over to the cinema to watch this movie. But, as the trailer did show, people of the Fraternity do know how to curve a bullet and hit the bull's eye! That is just a simple imagination of the producer, yet it managed to produce a huge effect on screen.

This movie also have a lot of - what I call - killer line. And most definitely, they saved the best to the last! Haha... I give this movie 4 stars out of 5 stars, and trust my word, head over to the cinema near you and feast your eyes with this movie. Lol. Adioz! =)

Six weeks ago I was a normal guy, stupid and pathetic, just like you....... I have taken control of my life. So, what the fuck have you done lately?

Movie time!! Gameplan anyone?

Finally there's something for me to blog about. It has been routine and a little mundane recently, besides the gradually improving weather. =p

I finally managed to get to watch the show 'Gameplan' yesterday, at my host family's house. Yeap, I was chilling out in their place yesterday, after being unable to meet them for quite some time. Anyway, time for my usual movie review. =p

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is the star of the movie. In the movie, he is a great football player, American football that is, and a very self centered person. The movie also show cases his well toned body, which surely will make the girls ooohh and aaahh. Out of the blue, his never known existed daughter showed up at his door step.

Unknowingly, the appearance of his daughter changed his life. From being the self centered superstar, he became a caring father. Things that his daughter does managed to open up his eyes and showed him that football isn't everything in this world. It sure looks funny when such a huge and muscular guy give in to an 8-year old girl. What's more, he even did ballet! Amazing.

Well, the usual plot of the story -- caretaker come find his daughter, take her away because his daughter thinks that herself is a distraction to his career, and then they reunite when he's feeling down during the football game. When they reunite they have a dramatic win, and both of them are happy together.

Yeap, that's about the whole story, just that I left out more details such as joke scenes and touching scenes and stuffs like that. I would say this movie score an 8 out of 10. Even though certain part of the story line is quite cliche, they managed to pull it off perfectly. =)

Alright, that's about all for now. Time to bury my head into assignments and studies again. I have yet to get the picture I took in my host parents' house, but I promise you I will upload it once I get it. It's just one picture, but it's one amazing picture. =p Adioz!!

Ahh... Movies!

It's been a while since I write about movies I watched, so I am going to write about two movies I watched in the recent week. Be warned, spoiler ahead.

First up, Alien vs. Predator: Requim (AVPR). To say it is a totally kick*$$ show will be a lie; to say it is an ultimately lousy show will be a bluff. So, it totally depends on who watch the show. =p I didn't really like the show, but a friend of mine love it. If you are into plain fighting for no reason, this is the show for you; if not, I guess just grab the DVD and watch it at home. I mean, it is pointless to me that only one Predator come to Earth to battle a horde of reproducing ugly Alien just because the Alien infiltrated a Predator ship and crashed it to Earth. Yes, that's pretty much the story. I must say it is a 2 1/2 stars out of 5.

The next movie I watched, which was today, was Alvin and the Chipmunks. You think I watch cartoon? Well, not exactly. It's the same story about three chipmunks who can talk and sing. They happen to come into contact with humans, where the humans exploited their talents. They became rockstars under the care of money minded tycoon, but they quickly became exhausted and realized their first "owner" actually is the one who really treat them as part of the family. Well, this show let us see the up and down of life, as well as the ugly and pretty side of life, and it all ends with a happy ending. It was quite an enjoyable movie I must say, and it is definitely a family movie. Ah, ratings. I would give it a 3 1/2 stars out of 5.

Well, so much for me watching movie in New York City. Enjoyable, memorable. Oh, did I tell you watching movie in US is free sitting? First come first serve, no come no serve! =p We walked to the cinema in some freezing wind today, and had a lady who talked to the screen, even at the commercials before the movie! Lol! Nice experience I guess! Adioz...

Say it : Rat-a-too-ee

I went to Midvalley today. For the first time, I took bus all the way from ss15 to Midvalley. Lol! Well, according to someone, take bus save money, and also save the energy for us to walk to KTM station from college. Lolz.

Anyway, we had Sushi King for lunch. Guess what? I was having fever at that time! lmao. I think the iced green tea help cool me off a little. After spending some time getting a pair of socks and walking around, we watch Ratatouille.

I would say this movie is good, but not great. Yes, there IS a difference between good and great. =) In case you don't know, this movie is about a rat who have the talent to cook collaborating with a guy who is utterly lost in the kitchen to become the best cook in Paris.

In my opinion, I find some part of this movie boring. Yes, too much talking at certain parts of this movie. Well, it is essential to the build up of the story, but I think it could be done in a much more interesting way. =p But then again, it's just my opinion.

On a brighter note, the story line is very nice. The animation was great, too! They managed to make the hardest element of animation picture perfect. Oh, the element? Water. Yes, gushing water and splashes is the most complicated part of animation. And this movie did it nicely. Cool.

All in all, I would say this is a movie worth watching in the cinema, but not worth watching the second time or more in the cinema. =p Hmm, I had say it score a 3.5 out of 5.

Leaving this coming Sunday. Sigh. Thanks for spending time with me today. =)

Rush Hour 3

I finished my final paper in INTI today. Yes, American History 1, which I practically crap and still don't know what was I crapping. But then again, I need a C+ only to transfer, so why waste so much time? Spend more time with more important people will be more worth it, wouldn't it be?

After doing my withdrawal and a little foosball, I head over to Sunway Pyramid. We watched Rush Hour 3 after lunch, took some pictures after the movie, gave some goodbye hugs and kisses, then parted ways.

About the movie, gosh, it was extremely funny throughout the whole show! Well, typical Jackie Chan movie, everything, including fighting, has a joke in it. Now, add Chris Tucker to the sum. The result, a movie more effective in making you laugh then laughing gas. The story line of this show was quite nice, though some part of the show is quite expected.

Yes, this show still show how agile Jackie Chan is. And, just as Rush Hour and Rush Hour 2, Chris Tucker is still more interested in girls than investigating the case. Of course, the chemistry between Jackie and Chris is great. Oh, this time around, Chris Tucker can kick some arse as well! No more the lousy Chris, this time he took down 4 guys, then a chinese lady while saving the chick! Lolz.

I must say this movie is great, stomach ache due to excessive laughing cannot be define much more clearly in this movie. Even though this movie still lose out to blockbuster of the year Transformers, I must say I'd give this show 4.5 out of 5. =)

Updates

I watched Transformers today. Outdated you say? This is my second time watching. Oops!

I have to admit, this show is so so good. No matter what the critics say, good or bad, I still say this is a great movie to watch. You would have thought that knowing what's going to happen next in the movie takes away the fun and excitement, but you would be so wrong with this movie. This is my second time watching this movie, and I still find myself deeply sucked into all the actions in the movie. The excitement never drops each time I hear those automobiles transform into those high tech wonderful beings. Anyone care to get the DVD for me so that I can watch it over and over again? =p

I met my dear Miss Khor today, together with Chang and Jon. The 4 of us had a great time chatting over a cuppa tea (well, not exactly tea, just for the saying). She's still as cute as ever, and of course, still running high with all her limitless energy! It's really a lost that she's not teaching in INTI anymore. All the new students won't get to know such a wonderful lecturer, more so a great friend. I really hope I won't lose her contacts. Really.

Should I get a flexible keyboard? You know, the kind where you connect to the computer with a USB and can bend and roll the keyboard? Those soft keyboards, like those in the show Die Hard 4.0. My guess is that it can be quite handy later on, instead of always typing on a laptop's keyboard. Should I spend that money? Will it be wise? So far I heard the price today is RM 29. Maybe I should try Low Yat, if it's lower than RM 25, I'll probably get it. Wait and save money.

Nothing much today I guess. Fatigue creeping into my limbs now, and my head is starting to get a little dizzy. It shouldn't be lack of sleep, so my guess will be -- too much of sleep! LoL.

Mati Keras 4.0

Oops, sorry. I just translated the movie's title to malay. Beg your pardon. It's Die Hard 4.0 (aka live free or die hard in the States). It's Friday again, and this time I caught the movie sei ngang. =p

If you want a movie with ass kicking, butt whacking, nerve wracking, amazing stunts, watch Die Hard 4.0 then. It's not really fighting and explosion every minute of the show, but it's enough to keep you excited over all the commotion. I am glad that the director, Len Wiseman, actually spend time building up the villian's character, and also build up the courage in McClane's side kick, the computer whiz Matthew Farrell.

This show is about a group of hackers ripping apart the United States by hacking in the computer systems that run the country. It truly shows how dependant we are on computers in this technological age. Without them, we will be back to the stone age; with them, we may be destroyed in a matter of days. Don't believe me? Watch the movie.

Anyway, the main villian is played by Timothy Olyphant. I would say he played his role well. It's quite convincing to me that he was the one who wrote the computer programs for almost the whole government of the United States. His partner, also lover, is played by the oh-so-hot Maggie Q. Gosh, I would love to be the one kissing Maggie Q!! LOL

Unfortunately, Maggie Q doesn't get so much screen time even though she's the eye candy of the show. I guess playing villian reduces your screen time, doesn't it? I would dare say lots of guys out there would appreciate more screen time from Maggie Q. Why? Well, not many female can exude sexiness in a whole movie just by wearing two different black suits, am I not right?

All in all, I would give this movie an 8 out of 10. Oh, for the boys (and maybe some girls), this show also showcase how maneuverable and deadly the F-22 Raptor can be. Wonderful! I would say this movie is surely worth paying to watch in the cinema, but Transformers is still the undisputed champion blockbuster, wouldn't it be? =)

More than meets the eye

Autobots, let's roll out!


Transformers, there's more than meets the eye.




Yes, you've guessed it. I watched Transformers today. After reading reviews from Nicole's blog, which praised the movie so great, my expectation was very high. And gawd it delivered. There wasn't a boring moment it the movie. I love it so much. I must say this movie is worth paying to watch in the cinema, again and again. =D




There are a few lines I like in the movie, which you can check it out here: memorable quotes.


Since it's such a great movie, I won't spoil it by mentioning what happened it the movie. You want to know? Watch it then. Trust me, no regrets.




Looking at the robots transforming is thrilling; looking at Autobots battling Decepticons is exciting; looking at Mikaela will think that she's hot! LOLZ Well, her name in the show is Mikaela, her real name is Megan Fox. Okay, she's not super hot like Jessica Alba, but at least she's a notable eye candy in an almost fully mechanic show. She has nice curves. =p





I would give this movie a 9.5 out of 10. Yes, it's that good. It will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout the movie. Next movie, Die Hard 4.0. Any takers? Hehehe

Fantastic! Fantastic! Fantastic! Fantastic!

Finally, I got to watch Fantastic 4 : Rise of the Silver Surfer. Thanks to Foo who drove me to the cinema. =) Have you watch this movie? No? Go watch then. It is worth watching, especially in THX sound system cinema. Wonderful. It's a movie which you would not want to miss. You ask why? I'll tell you. There's two reasons, two is more than enough.

First, Jessica Alba. Heck! Tell me which guy who watch this movie say Jessica Alba is not hot, and I'll tell you that he is BLIND! Gosh, she's smokin'!! No one can have that sort of sexiness without wearing skimpy clothings. Only Jessica Alba can clearly define sexiness without having to reveal too much skin. Even becoming invisible or being engulf in flames is sexy! Sexiness just ooze out from her naturally. No wonder she's voted the hottest woman on Earth!

Second, Silver Surfer. Yes, you read it correctly, Silver Surfer. He/It is so cool! I don't mind being silver after watching him! Stand on the surf board and you will practically integrate into it. You think that's bad? NO. Integrate yourself onto the board and you get infinite powers. One word -- Fantastic. You can have all the power in the universe! You go supersonic? Well, you are still way behind me in a race! You have nuclear power? I can crush you like an ant in no time! Unstopable! Owning!! Godlike!!! Beyond Godlike!!!!

I will give this movie an 9 out of 10. With all the jokes, actions, nice story line, Silver Surfer, Jessica Alba, and one more ultra cool stuff in the movie, no one will fall asleep or complaint about the movie. I can't say what's the ultra cool stuff is as that will be a real spoiler, but trust me, it's great. Go watch this movie. You think RM 10 is expensive? Go Summit USJ then. Student price RM 5, THX sound system as well. FANTASTIC!!

Happy Birthday Dear Daddy!!

It's my dad's birthday today!! *Happy birthday dad!* =p

We went to 1 Utama today, proceeded to The Curve and then Ikano. Lolz.

Watched Pirates of the Caribbean 3 in 1 Utama today. Guess what? We actually got to the cinema at 10am, and there's quite a long queue already. And the best part, all shows for Pirates are left with the first row seat, all shows till midnight!! Ticket sales are made 7 days in advance!! OMG! No choice left, have I? We took the 10.45am show, and got our arses to the first row of the cinema. It was tiring to look up all the time, but I guess the show took off the tiredness.

About the show, I guess you have to watch Pirates 1 and 2, or at least know what happened in the prequels. Me and my parents missed Pirates 2, but my brother filled me in on Pirates 2. As a result, my parents were a little lost in the show. I couldn't help but to like Captain Jack Sparrow, and I don't think there will be anyone else who can play that character other than the versatile Johnny Depp. He's so smart, full of humor, best of all, always at the right place right time! Lolz. I am not too sure about this fact of the show though: Does all pirates always betray each other? It really makes me wonder. Anyway, this show is very nice even though the story line could be a little better. I would give it 3 1/2 stars out of 5. =)

We had lunch after the show. My dad disallow us to pay for lunch even though it's his birthday. Lolz. I had Lamb Chop. I wouldn't say it's the best Lamb Chop I have taken, but it's not too bad either, especially if you love the meat slightly more on the fatty side. It was very filling though, making me extremely lazy to walk about after lunch!

I went looking around for ear stud. But, ear studs are so similiar nowadays. I am already having one diamond ear stud, and the others practically looks the same, except for the shape. I really want a unique ear stud, or maybe something that is not so common. I saw this particular one who had all four flowers of a deck of cards on it with a black background. Unique, I thought. Too bad, that's for girls, and it's way too big to be on my ear. =(

We head over to The Curve after that. Guess what? This is my first time going to The Curve after its been opened for that long period of time. Kampung boy? lolz... Quite often I visit 1 Utama rather than The Curve which is just nearby, therefore I find it rather interesting. I am not sure if it's because of the change of environment or not, but I seem to notice more pretty babes in The Curve than in 1 Utama. Not that I say people who visit 1 Utama are not as pretty as people who visit The Curve, just that maybe it suits my taste better. =p Anyway, there was this particular babe who caught my eye in The Curve. If I am not mistaken, she might have appeared in some advertisement poster or something. I may be wrong though, but I am sure most guys (or people!!) will agree with me that she's really pretty. ^^

They had a remote control car racing in The Curve. We happened to be at the right place right time, and we managed to watch the race. It was quite an interesting event I would say, especially with all the cars flipping over or crashing into in other or the barriers. There was this particular green car whose control was simply amazing. It practically outclassed all the other cars! Wonderful. =)

After walking so much today, my feet starts to ache. =( Let's hope a well deserved sleep will cure it all. =p Oh!! One more thing, it would be fun to go back to The Curve again, as I have not really explore it. Any takers willing to be my victim? =p Adioz...

Mr Bean

I went to Sunway Pyramid to watch Mr. Bean's Holiday today, together with Hooi Ching, Esther, David, Jian Wei, and Beng Hui. We had lunch, or rather they had lunch, in KFC before proceeding to watch Mr. Bean. OMG!! Sunway Pyramid is undergoing massive construction!! Even the area under the pyramid was filled up with a web of scafoldings!! The cinema's entrance also shifted to the side and became sort of out of place! I wonder what will happen when the area is filled with peak time crowd. =p Anyway, we walked through a short little 'dark alley' to reach the cinema.

The show:
Well, not that bad if you are a fan of Mr. Bean. All his usual antics are in the show and as usual, he saves the day in the end. Exactly like the recent interview on Rowan Atkinson published in The Star newspaper recently, Mr. Bean is the kind of person who is very self-centered and selfish. I can't figure out why I love Mr. Bean so much when I was young but thanks god I didn't follow his character!! Anyway, the show isn't too bad considering that it actually had some really really stupid acts of Mr. Bean himself (showing of his dumbness!! LOL). I would say it's much much better than Primeval and would give it 3 stars out of 5. =)

That's pretty much all about Mr. Bean, unless you want me to give out spoilers! Hehe... Adioz.