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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

I recently wrote how I am a major fan of the book "The Perks of Being a Wallflower", now I am writing to let you know that I am now a Major fan of the movie!

My all-time movie crush (Emma Watson) plays Sam to a "T" and she is beautiful to boot! The ENTIRE cast was very impressive with Logan Lerman, Dylan McDermott, Kate Walsh, Johnny Simmons, Ezra Miller, Paul Rudd, and the talented Joan Cusack. I started to tear up during this movie (I mean something got in my eye). It made me remember my High school days, but I went to a small high school and for the most part we all got along (CRAP, my 10 yr reunion in is a few months!).
You travel through the life of a freshman in high school that has some deep issues that he needs to deal with, his parents think that the issues stem from his favorite aunt dying, but it goes much further. His best friend commits suicide the year before and Charlie now has no friends, Patrick and Sam (Ezra & Emma) meet Charlie at a football game, learn of his lack of friends and "adopt" him to show him that life really does get better. Follow along with Charlie how he joins this misfit of friends and how they show him that he CAN participate in life, that he doesn't have to just be a wallflower.
You have to buy this movie... you WILL like it!

P.S. Emma... you must Tweet me on Twitter... if would make my day! @TeeJayToday

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Favorite Interview of 2012

Saturday, January 12, 2013

5 More Movie Reviews

I watched a lot of movies this last week (I'm not watching any this weekend... I'm going out of town, so if you are in Shreveport, LA hit me up!)

#1 Looper (starring Bruce Willis, Emily Blunt, Joseph Gordon-Levitt)
WOW! I really loved this movie, there was an actual story line, Bruce Willis is an antagonist. The make-up job done on JGL was fantastic. I really loved the movie. The only thing is that the child actor in this movie was really freaky! ****

#2 Premium Rush
This is a movie that I am going to have to buy. I could watch this one over and over. It has JGL in it again, but this is completely different than Looper, no wonder he is in such high demand for movies in Hollywood right now. Not your typical action movie, but still lots of action! Girls, Gambling, Races, Dirty Cops.... What's not to like? Kind of an expose of the New York Bike Messenger. ****

#3 Judge Dredd
Save your money, if you want to watch this one, wait for it to come out on basic cable. No story line, lots of action though. I bet over 10,000 rounds are let off in this movie. The original is better, but not by much! The main actor is one of my favorites, be he let me down in this one, with his frown that never leaves the face of Judge Dredd. *

#4 The Campaign (starring Will Ferrell, Zack Galifianakis)
Very Funny. I think that this movie needs to be watched every 4 years right before an election to help ease the shock of election commercials. A breath of fresh air. I could see some of the off the wall antics actually happening in real life! It is a movie to buy for sure, just make sure that there are no little ones in the room when you are watching it! Great Chemistry between Zack and Will, hopefully they will work together again! **

#5 Quarantine II
Before you watch this make sure that you have a can of Lysol at home so that when the movie is over you can spray down everything. It is a good little fright movie, with zombies, contagious disease, blood, etc.... But like I said, when the movie is over, you will suddenly be in the mood to disinfect everything! Oh yeah, if you plan on taking a trip by plane anytime soon, make sure you watch this AFTER the trip! No "A" List actors but at the end, they do set it up for a sequel in Las Vegas... I think this would be neat to happen in a casino! **

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Movie Reviews AND a NEW Section!

Over the Christmas Holidays and New Year, I had the chance to consume a lot of movies, new and old! Let's start with the new:

Rise of the Guardians:
I met my little brothers at the movies on Christmas Eve to watch this movie while my parents met "Santa" an the house to get ready for them. They both loved this video and so did I. The mythical creatures, The Sandman, Santa, Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy, and New comber Jack Frost unite to protect the children of Earth from the Boogey Man. It has some touching moments, so bring a tissue. All Star Cast to boot! Animated.

Wind Chill:
This horror/suspense starts Emily Blunt has a college student that snags a ride from a classmate on her way home from Christmas break. Things start to go wrong when they are stuck in the snow on a haunted highway. Actually an alright movie... Emily Blunt's acting skills save this movie from purgatory. Definitely something you stay home to watch....alone...in the dark...

Whatever It Takes:
OMG. not another highschool movie where the Jock & Nerd switch places to get the girls. Oh wait.... it is! Skip this one... not worth the time unless you just want to see James Franco tied to a bed wearing a thong.

Finally! My New Section.... Coworkers and friends think that me... Mr. Entertainment.... Mr. TeeJay Today need to watch more classic movies and talk about them so that they aren't forgotten. They seem it is my "Duty" to share these gems with the public. Well, maybe they are right, maybe I need a little more culture. First movie up for talks is:

Breakfast at Tiffany's
This is the classic of all classics. This one was recommended to me by multiple persons. I can honestly say that I knew nothing of this movie and had no expectations. I could not get into this movie. To me, the characters did not talk loud enough (I had my volume up and I dont need a hearing aide). Also, the story line was not my favorite; two prostitutes ending up falling in love. Audrey Hepburn's character is into her profession just for the money, even though she leads you to beieve it is for her brother. And dont get me started on the cat. Do I think that you need to see this movie? Yes, Do I think you will enjoy it? No. Its too boring. I kept finding myself looking around the room for something to do.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Interview with Lars Christensen; Male Model

I recently had the opportunity to Interview Internation Male Model Lars Christensen via email and twitter! Here is what went down!

TeeJay Today: What made you choose modeling?

Lars Christensen: It can open doors for you in the future!

TJ: What do your friends/family think?

LC: My family and friends love it, though my friends think its quite funny some times.

TJ: If not modeling, what else would you have done?

LC: TV Presenter

TJ: Favorite type of music?

LC: Heavy Base House Music

TJ: Who or what has been your biggest inspiration?

LC: My 2 biggest inspirations are Sir Richard Branson and Lance Armstrong (The Doping Story doesn't bother me)... I am inspired by him getting over cancer!

TJ: What current model do you relate to the most?

LC: I don't really look up to other models, we all are trying to compete and preferably would like to get a role in a series or film.

Rapid Fire, Favorite:

Color. Turquoise Blue

Animal: Dog

Song : A few good old classics from the Rolling Stones. :)

Food: Rib eye steak, With spinach and Bernaise sauce.

Sport: Rugby

Sport team: Stormers Rugby Club. And Pittsburgh Steelers

Number: 16

Celebrity: Dustin Hoffman

Band: Stereophonics

Interviewer: Jonathan Ross

TJ: What's your hobby?

LC: Training in the gym, Rugby, Cooking.

TJ: What do you do when not modeling?

LC: Training, Networking, building my fitness business.

TJ: Biggest celebrity you've met and the story behind it?

LC: Dustin Hoffman, I almost nocked him over on the street. I apologised and then realised who it was.

TJ: Where have we seen you? What campaigns?

LC: Nike (pic below)

TJ: What tips do you have for others that want to get into modelling?

LC: It needs to come natural and need to have charisma. And not about being a big poser:) lol

TJ: How is London treating you?

LC: London is great fun and full of interesting people and opportunities.

TJ: Any favorite poses?

LC: I prefer action shots, they are more difficult but rewarding.

TJ: How much have you learned about photography as a model, is that important information to know?

LC: I have learned what basic photography technology is, what basic editing and retouching terms are. This is good to know.

TJ: How do you stay so fit? What is your regimen?

LC: It's all about what you eat and how you train.

TJ: What workout advice would you give the average joe?

LC: It's 80 % diet, and if you're not sweating after a weights session you are not doing it right. And leg muscles are the biggest muscles in your body, don't deflect them.

TJ: Okay, so I asked around and these are fan based questions that people really want to know... Some are a little to the point!

TJ: Boxers or briefs?

LC: Boxers, but fitted ones. No loose shorts.

TJ: Have you done nude Modeling?

LC: No, but have been offered lots of really dodgy ones.

TJ: Have you modeled underwear?

LC: No, the right one hasn't come along yet.

TJ: Do male underwear models "pad"?

LC: I guess some do!!!

TJ: What is the juiciest story you've encountered behind the scenes at a shoot?

LC: Those stories only get told to people in person, and a Gentleman never tells ;)

TJ: Thanks for doing this interview! Is there anything else you would like to add?

LC: It's all about strength and fitness. When I have to many days off training say due to the festive season. I don't feel my self. And it shows so eat clean and train hard!!

Don't forget to visit his website at www.Lars-Christensen.com and follow him on twitter at @Lars_Official

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

The Hobbit movie review

Okay.... I kind of put this one off until yesterday instead of opening day since I was told this one is boring. But I went anyway. IT IS SO MUCH BETTER THAN LOTR!

Spoiler

How can it be boring when it starts with a dragon destroying a city, then the dwarf pack being attacked by trolls, then attacked by orcs, finding the elvish city, falling through a mountain to be attacked by goblins, meeting Golem, etc.... It is not boring!

Go see the movie, I did in 3D and the panoramic shots of middle earth (new Zealand) are beautiful!

It is a 2.5 hour long movie, so go to the bathroom before it starts!

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Life of Pi. Movie Review

All I can say is WOW! The nature scenes are so vivid and dramatic. The imagery is beautiful. The explanation/twist at the end had me reeling and I was almost in tears. The great thing is that everyone will enjoy this movie, I am sure that my 6 & 7 year old brothers will love this, they might tear up at the end, but in a happy way!

I was listening to people talk about the movie while exiting the theater and they all seemed to love it. If you get a chance to see this movie... Do it! This is one that I will be buying as soon as it hits DVD, and I will probably go see it in theaters again! It is THAT good! Oh yeah, I saw it in 3D so the imagery was that more impactful.

Hint: when you see the island in the movie, look closely at the shape the island makes!