Friday the 13th

So there's a remake of Friday the 13th coming out in February. I think it looks good and I'm definitely seeing it, but there's something about it that I don't quite understand. In the first film, Jason wasn't the killer! But as you can see, he IS in this new one. And then in the second film, Jason doesn't even have the hockey mask! I'm really interested in how everything's put together in this new Friday the 13th. Is it the same story as in the first film, but with Jason as the killer instead of his mom? Is his mom a big part of the story? I read in this set visit report that Jason's mom is seen in flashback sequences. Hmmmm. I understand that it's not only a remake, but also more of a re-imagining of the film, which makes me even more interested. I can't wait to find out the answers to my questions.

Right-Brain Thinking

Even though it was early on in the book, I really liked the talk on right-brain thinking. Yeah, yeah, everyone talks about how the right-brainers are rising up and taking things over -- the creative trumping the brainy -- but I totally agree. In fact, what is life with just logic and numbers and all that? I've heard enough of it. Think about it, we're on this tiny planet in this huge galaxy, in this GIGANTIC universe. I'm not trying to live my life calculating my every move, and check book, and so on. Anyways, I'm trying to have fun. Do what I want in life. Live it to the fullest. Everything. Spend money. Make stupid decisions. Whatever. That's how I think. I look at the stars at night, and it grounds me. When all things seem outta wack, or I'm having a hard time, I just look up there and remember my significance in this universe. Which is big. I believe. Yeah, maybe it's small, my signifance. But what if it is BIG. I'm going off on a tangent.

Anyways, if the left brain controls the right side, the so-called sequential side, the numbers side... that's what I use everyday. I write with my right hand, eat with my right hand, etc. Now I don't consider myself that creative of a person. I mean, yeah I want to make films, somewhat calling myself a "filmmaker" (I'm most definitely not... yet) and I guess you have to be somewhat creative to do so. I don't know, most of my stuff I take from real life. Real life experiences. Things my fried and I discuss everyday. All of that. So I'm not too creative right? But that's my passion. Now here's the funny thing -- whenever I play basketball I can only dribble with my LEFT hand! What's the deal with that?!?!?! I used to love basketball. I still somewhat do, but I haven't played in FOREVER. But what's the deal with me dribbling with only my left hand???? It most definitely feels the most comfortable... but I just don't understand it's significance. I was never THAT great at the game. Yeah I'm big and can play center alright... but it's not my strong-point, by far. So I don't know! I've been thinking about it often since I've read this book. Maybe I'm more creative when playing? Maybe I'm exercising different brain cells? Most definitely. Anyhow... it's something to think about. And just thinking about THAT, makes me thing more -- it's a trip. Our brians are indeed just as complex as the surrounding universe. There's so much to be learned.

upside down

So I took one of my paintings that a friend did for me and turned it upside down. As soon as I did so, I decided I liked it even more. So I'm leaving it like that -- upside down.

All of the sudden I feel more creative. Yeah, yeah, cheesy right? But it's true! I don't know if it's that, or if it's because The Godfather Part II is playing behind me as I look at this painting and type. Or maybe it's both. What, it's a masterpiece! The film, not the painting.

Over the last hour or so I've been thinking of a screenplay idea I've had in my head for quite some time, and as I sit here I feel like working on it some more. Usually at this time of night I'm pretty tired and can't get anything really productive done. But I feel energized. Weird, huh? Maybe. Maybe not...

Anyways, I'll leave it at that. I like my painting upside down.




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CJ7 !

is my favorite movie right now!
i'm in love with it

this little guy is in it:


if you haven't already see it... what's your problem!??!?!
go get it!

you know Stephen Chow? The guy who did Shaolin Soccer and Kung Fu Hustle ??

yeah, he did it.
GO GET IT GORILLA FINGERS!




Seriously, this film is amazing. It's funny. It's heartbreaking. It's everything. My friend Ralph and I are all about it right now... and it hits home. Stephen Chow knows what's up!

And look out... !!! Stephen Chow is going to be directing the new Green Hornet film, whci is written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg (Superbad & Pineapple Express). Seth Rogen is going to play Britt Reid (Green Hornet) and Stephen Chow is going to play Kato ! This film cannot come fast enough!

STOKED !

Chapter 27

Have you seen this film??? It's about Mark David Chapman, the guy that killed John Lennon. Jared Leto plays Chapman... and does a great job at that. He gained 67 lbs to play the role! Now that's dedication. And it completely paid off. Leto is a monster! This is by far the best role he's played yet.

I don't know too much about The Beatles, or John Lennon. I was never THAT big of a fan. But after seeing this film and everything, I plan on looking more into the group, as well as the individual members. Just the happenings that surround all of these guys are very intriguing, and it's something I've yet to really take interest in, until now. I also bought the film Across The Universe over the summer, but have yet to watch it... I NEED TO!

As for Chapter 27... all I can say is WOW. What a film. It reminds me a lot of Taxi Driver, one of my favorite movies of all time. It's a monster. Be sure to watch both of these films if you haven't seen them.



YEAH!

link for THE MASTER PLAN

for some reason my previous blog for The Master Plan wasn't allowing people to write comments. So here you go, write some comments for The Master Plan - EPISODE I - "The Beach" !

and watch it here on youtube!

some music videos coming soon...

So over the summer I shot a music video for one of my friends, Jack, AKA Drastek. He, along with a handful of some other close friends, have been going hard doing their hip-hop thing for a few years now, and stuff is really starting to fall in place. Anyways, I shot a music video, and am still in process of editing it. It's MUCH more dificult than anything I've ever edited or put together before. It's crazy. So I should be done with it within the next month... Also, I'll be shooting another music video shortly for my good friend Nate Williams (of "Nate's Big Adeventure Home" and "Goldbricker" fame) - this should be waaaay crazy. I have no idea when I'll have that up - but be on the lookout! I'd like to have it done before the end of the semester... so we'll see!

And I can't forget one of my main inspirations as far as the whole music video thing goes. His name is Rik Cordero, and he's a BEAST at hip-hop music videos. This dude does music videos for guys ranging from Sean Price to The Roots to Joell Ortiz to Nas (if you know who any of those people are, you'll know he's a big deal). This guy is on top of his game. He shoots everything guerilla-style, going out on the streets, setting up, shooting - no permits, nothing. Well... maybe there are some. And THEN his turn-around is CRAZY. He'll got out and shoot on a Monday and have the video all edited and up on the internet by the weekend. I have much respect for this dude and his craft. Check out some of his work:'

Smif N Wessun - "Stomp"

The Roots - "75 Bars (Black's Reconstruction)"

Nas - "Be A N****r Too"

Joell Ortiz - "Brooklyn Bullshit"

"Nate's Big Adventure Home" an interactive web story

here it is!

The Master Plan - EPISODE I - "The Beach"

Here it is folks! Episode I "The Beach" is the kick-off of this new web-series. Brought to you by yours truly and the rest of the good fellows from Brand 8 Productions, 'The Master Plan' is about a group of friends and their constant pursuit of a good day. Today's master plan:



Please leave some comments and let me know what you think!

MUSIC TO MY EARS: De Niro and Scorsese teaming back up

Read this article on the duo re-teaming for what will be their 9th project together. And YES it's a gangster film !!!

This is the best thing I've heard all year.

Sam MOUW-F*CKIN' Jackson !!!

I went and saw the new Samuel L. Jackson film Lakeview Terrace today. It was pretty good! Roger Ebert gave it 4 out of 4 stars. I didn't think it was THAT great to deserve a perfect rating, BUT I thought it was a well done film. And I think that it's awesome that Sam Jackson has finally been getting the recognition he derves over the last few years. I don't think it'll be too long before he gets that role that he really shines in, and by that I mean an Oscar-winning role. Since I can remember I've been watching Sam Jackson, it's crazy. He never disappoints. Just wait until we see him again as Nick Fury in the Avengers film! And possibly in his own spin-off as well. Oh, and he's gonna kick ass in Frank Miller's The Spirit too.

Also, read this article about a possible sequel to M. Night Shyamalan's Unbreakable.
BIG THINGS POPPIN'! haha