New Column

Hello to my dear readers,
It's been a long time since I've posted anything on this here writing outlet. Well this little blog is a request for YOUR help, yes YOUR help. I recently have been hired to write a column in a small news website, which they have basically just told me write about social issues and just free write about what your feeling (which good be their biggest mistake in the websites history). So for my first column I' am collecting some information through a few poll questions that will be posted on my blog, this is where you come in! This questions will be gender based, so please if your a female answer the female questions if your a male do the RIGHT thing and answer the male questions. The article will be about something I hold dear to my heart "Chivalry" is it slowly fading out in our society, has it died, do you even think their is room for the actions that chivalry requires or is it just something from the Victorian age that we don't need? Just so you know when I say Chivalry I mean "Modern Chivalry" since we really don't have knights anymore... You can find the questions to your right of this posting, thank you for your time. If you find the questions repetitive or silly don't worry there is always a reason for things.

Sincerely,
Trevor

Just In Case

This is not a best or worst list, this is simply a list of films that you may have missed and need to see that came out in 2009.

11. 9.
No I'm not talking about the musical movie NINE. I'm talking about the movie everyone saw the trailer for and either said, wow this movie looks creepy, or wow this movie looks amazing. 9. is a CGI film created by Shane Acker imagine the greatness of Pixar, well what if Pixar went take post apocalyptic yup, sounds amazing right? 9. takes you on a journey through a time where machines rule and humanity is all but dead, all that remains are 9 living puppets to save the earth. In my opinion you either hate it or love it, heavily based on humanity, and using the world for good and "it is what we make it". Even if the film doesn't end up to your liking, it is a very quick and short film, and will leave you in awe at some points of the beautiful art being portrayed on the screen.

10. The Hangover
If some how your funny bone missed this comedy I highly recommend this film for a good laugh. Not only is the story and the crazy antics that occur in the film hilarious, the characters are written and played so well it makes this movie an instant HIT. Be ready to get more hangovers in the future, and to enjoy other films featuring these actors.

9. Paranormal Activity
Many of you heard or saw the commercials stating that Paranormal Activity was the scariest movie of all time, and much more things were said to build this film up. If you somehow escaped viewing this cheaply budgeted film, then go out tonight rent the blu-ray or DVD, lock the doors, shut off the lights, curl up on the couch with a loved one and let the creaks and snaps of your moving house play into the emotional roller coaster you are about to ride.

8. The Hurt Locker
This is not a film, the hurt locker is something bigger. It is a very well written emotional journey into the life of the men that put their life on the line to disarm bombs in Iraq. Although I'm sure it only shows a sliver of what it truly feels like to be in Iraq, the film truly tries it's hardest and succeeds at placing you on the edge of your seat teeth cringing in anxiety. No doubt a favorite film choice for me.


7. Taken
Liam Neeson returns to action films in a big way in this 2009 release. It may not be a perfect film but for lovers of the Jason Bourne action, you will receive it. As Neeson goes on a killing spree to get his stolen daughter back, the viewers get to see Neeson do some great fight scenes and experience some adrenaline rushes. If you take Taken for what it is you will not be disappointed.

6. Watchmen
Based on the 1986 Graphic Novel, director Zack Snyder did the unthinkable filmed the un-filmable comic and did a fabulous job. For those who have read the comic, you will find a slight ending change but it doesn't harm the story or movie, Snyder did an outstanding job, with telling the story of Watchmen and showing the themes it was designed to display. For those who haven't read the comic will find the movie not to be your average "Super-hero Movie" but a movie of humanity and excitement; with some awesome fight sequences. Watchmen is a great movie and also houses one of the greatest and more memorable openings in film.

5. I Love You Man
If your looking for a love story or something for you and lady/man to watch then this is a MUST SEE FILM. The writing in I Love You Man is outstanding the writers took the classic romantic comedy genre and made a movie that will not be topped for a long time. Men and Women a like will enjoy this hysterical story of a groom to be trying to find a male friend. The characters of Jason Segel and the wackiness that is Paul Rudd will make for a fun and enjoyable evening at home with a group of people or just by yourself.

4. Star Trek
J.J. Abrams has used is magical wizardry again and this time in one of the most beloved cannons known to man. Chris Pine and (my favorite hero) Zachary Quinto lead this AWESOME CAST which includes Simon Pegg; YES SIMON PEGG. Not only is the casting hauntingly close in looks to the original cast, they also bring their characters back to life. This movie will blow you away with an exciting story and LOADS OF ACTION. The family will love Abrams take on the Star Trek universe.

3. Inglourious Basterds
Quentin Tarantino doesn't fail to deliver one of the best films of the year, with this WWII film, although it is his take on the matter so there are plenty of surprises. much like we have seen in all of his films; Basterds is a film filled with witty and awesome dialog; as well as some great action. Basterds is a serious story but you can tell it is written to give a little humor on the WWII genre. Basterds is an action adventure filled with great actors playing amazing characters and should be apart of everyone's movie collection.

2. District 9
With a viral marketing campaign that surged through newspapers, street benches, and the internet, and all we knew about this film was Peter Jacksons name was on it. But this brain child of Neill Blomkamp hit viewers and critics by storm when it first came to the silver screen. This Sci-fi action film deals with what would happen if aliens actually came to earth how would we respond. This film is a fun and action filled story, but with a haunting and real underlying realty placed throughout the film. With a film as fun and visually pleasing it is a must see film.

1. Zombieland
If SOMEHOW YOU MISSED THIS FILM, PRE-ORDER A COPY TODAY. If you love comedy, action, and zombies then this film IS FOR YOU; I heard grand parents leaving the theater loving this movie. Zombieland isn't your average zombie movie, it takes you on a fun wacky adventure we you meet some AWESOME and well written characters along the way, and a very amazing cameo. The dialog is fast and whitty, and the directing of the film was FLAWLESS. If you want fun, action, some gore, laughter, and ZOMBIES rolled into one film then this is it. Zombieland has changed the game for future zombie films to come.




Almost there but not close enough.

The Road- This post apocalyptic film is about a father and son walking the earth's burned and war torn streets, and trying to over come certain challenges. Although very depressing the film, is based on a fabulous book, that gives us a haunting and chilling story from start to finish.

UP
This was tough to leave out but oh well. Pixar is the master and again makes a fun family adventure to tide you over till TOY STORY 3.

Avatar
It was visually cool but a weak store killed the movie with a 400million dollar budget.

Blindside
This could very well be one of the greatest sports movies made, I think it needs to age for a little while before you can really judge. But a for sure LIKE!

G-Force
For the kids, its great it is exciting and funny, I even was laughing at Jon Favreau's character.

Man Apart
Not amazing but enjoyable! A different story, but the ending killed most of the joy I gained from the film.

Twas the night before xmas

The video was taking to long it will be up tomorrow! But enjoy the audio of Sir Lord Mustachion reading T'was the night before Christmas.Just hit play it may take a few seconds to load..

The Question: Peak of Moral Decline?

I want to start proposing some thought provoking questions on this blog in hope to spawn some threads and debating.
So here are a few easy teasers in hope to get brains started.

Do you believe all sins are equal? If so why do you think so, if not why not? Do all humans sin? why or why not? Now continue reading, and answer these questions if possible.

Every year you hear the statement the world is getting worse and worse to live in, or the world we live in now, isn't as morally sound as it use to be.

First question, do you honestly believe the world is worse off then it was 50 years ago? If so why, if not then why?
Now if you believe that the world is on a steady decline morally, or that it is at a peak of moral decline.
How can you justify a peak of moral decline if all humans sin and if all sins are equal. Can there actually be a peak in moral decline, if humans have always sinned, and if one sin is no greater than the other. Where is the peak, and how did we reach a peak of moral decline, if humans have been committing sins, since the fall?

Film History or Just Commercial Whoring: A Review of Avatar

I write this review after letting James Cameron's Avatar sink into my brain for 24 hours. I ended up catching the film in 2D, I will be taking another trip to see it in the 3D I-Max experience. For months the media of Hollywood has been promoting and advertising James Cameron's Avatar, as the film to change all films, and the next Star Wars; which are bold statements for a director or a studio house to make about their film that no one had any clue what it was about but James Cameron. So the real question on everyone's mind is, "Did Avatar live up to the hype?" and the answer is clearly no. Avatar opens up with some stunning visuals and a dark journal log placed over the beautiful CGI work. The journal starts to give some nice dark background story but instantly the film shifts. Avatar tells the story of an ex-marine thrown back into the war in Pandora over land and a metal. In short what you think happens, happens with the plot, love, war, twist of sides. Now I give so much props to James Cameron for the beautiful universe he has set his story in, over time Hollywood has strayed from original ideas and just plays with remakes, and novels; so in that since James Cameron I bow to you. When a man spends months and money building his own language for his creatures to use, then he deserves some props. Also the visual effects are stunning like promoted throughout the years, but groundbreaking? No. We all have seen as my friend Mike Brinker says " Photo Realistic CGI", if there is something groundbreaking about this film; it is the fact we now know we can build whole CGI worlds and place humans in it and it not look like CHEESE MASTER. But beyond the beautiful world, creatures, and religion James Cameron's has created Avatar has nothing to offer. The characters that inhabit the world of Avatar seem to just be colorful cardboard cutouts placed in this stunning new world. After leaving the theater I was struggling to remember the main characters name and I can't even remember the Generals name. What Avatar lacked was character depth and developments, it's one thing to keep your characters story partially hidden or even spotty, but these characters seemed to not have any depth, just no foundation. Now could this be fixed in sequels and prequels, maybe? But I don't see the sequels being promising, in Avatar there is no lurking constant dark evil, like the Empire or Darth Vader was to Star Wars. It seems that all Avatar could be is just a repeat of the first, humans are evil and want the metal on Pandora and they fight. But if you are looking for a fun adventure movie for the holidays, Avatar will provide that for you. Seeing James Cameron's new universe is worth the money and the time to see the film. But if your hoping for a 1977 groundbreaking Star Wars experience you will be let down.

15 Greatest robots/cyborgs in Film/TV

We all have watched a movie or T.V. program who a robot has been seen or played a character in the script, or even been the main character. After main hours of debating and coming up with mathematics equations I believe I have posted my top 15 favorite robots seen throughout film and T.V.


15. Sentinel(x-men) These giant robots were mainly a giant mindless neanderthal to the x-men team, and really never posed a huge threat. But not only are they GINORMOUS, they can FLY, and SHOOT LASERS OUT OF THEIR EYES. SCORE!


14.Model B-9 Environmental Control Robot (LOST IN SPACE) The B-9 was the protector of the Robinson family in the T.V. show Lost in Space, some good say he was also in the Lost in Space Movie but I choose to forgot that blemish of a fantastic franchise. B-9 came eqiped with beeps and blips, super robot strength and futuristic weapons; as well as a radar that would alarm Will Robinson that danger was quickly approaching. I mean honestly we all could use a B-9 in our lives.


13.Bender Bending Rodriguez (Futurama) Coming in at number 14 is our favorite wise guy robot created by the brilliant minds of Futurama. Bender is the chain smoking, raging alcoholic, built by Mexican hands anti hero of the comedic cartoon. If he isn't swearing, drinking, or smoking, he is most likely hating on non-robots or causing trouble; well most likely he does all that while smoking and drinking. And that is why he comes in at number 14 on our robot list.

12. Data (Star Trek Next Generations) Data is considered an Android who tags along with the great Captain Picard on the Enterprise, he really is just an encyclopedia for the crew and just an endless plethora of knowledge. Data often struggles to see human emotion and tries to understand which the great Captain tries to show him and teach him their emotions. Pretty much Data is crazy awesome cause he has YELLOW EYES.

11. Ash (Alien) Ash is the android in the film Alien that screws the whole ship over and makes Ripley hate androids, all because of his secret mission to bring the Alien back to be studied. Oh wait you haven't seen the movie yet? Well I dont care, because you obviously oblivious to the whole world and film making, so sorry that you have spent your days living as a hermit on the outskirts of Tatooine. Ash is pretty much a cruel prick who deserves what he gets in the film, and just the fact he has machine coolant for blood is awesome!

10. Mobile Suit Gundam Say what you want, I believe they are more then just vehicles, because they have minds of their own, see the end of endless waltz true fact, WING ZERO has a brain. These guys are made up a new type of metal which is pretty much the toughest stuff ever known and if you have a real GUNDAM you are a master pilot and crazy awesome, with 50cal guns on their heads, beam swords, and lazer rifles, crazy whips, and huges chain guns for arms, these machines are pretty pretty pretty BAD ACE.

9.Mega Man Although he is a child you still don't want to mess with this robot, he will shoot you with a plasma cannon, and then still your power! There is nothing more demoralizing then getting killed by a prepubescent robot and then getting your power of shooting scissors out of your arm stolen.

10. Gort (The Day the Earth Stood Still) Well for those of you that wasted your time seeing the remake I am sorry, but the robot of Gort still was pretty pretty pretty cool, even in the original Gort was quite the robot. Gort is a huge robot that vaporizes weapons, and well, in the remake releases nano things to eat the earth. So I pretty sure he is awesome CAUSE HE CAN'T BE STOPPED!!!!!!

8. Transformers Even Micheal Bay turned these guys into a blockbuster of explosions, transformers was still rockin the television shows and comics. These robots not only pack some heavy fire power, they can transform into anything they want a car, a truck, a tank, a gun, a shank, or a tuna sandwich. Plus they had some awesome CATCH PHRASES, AUTOBOTS ROLL OUT.

7. Robo Cop One of my favorite Crime Fighters as a child, a once human killed and rebuilt as the perfect cop. Robo Cop, had comics, tv shows, and movies, all depict him as a robot who hates crime and uses BIG GUNS to stop it. Looking back on the movies and comics, he is quite violent and I wonder if it has affected me as an adult? Mainly I WANT THE AUTO 9.








6. Tom Servo, Crow T. Robot, Cam-Bot, and Gypsy (mystery science theater 3000) These robots helped provide me with endless pop culture references as I would watch crap science fiction movies, so really they were killers or crazy, they just gave people hours and hours of entertainment.


5. The Sentinels (The Matrix) Not only did these octopus looking robots look SWEET they also were the most feared thing in the land of the Matrix trilogy. These guys want nothing but to kill all the humans, and they do a PRETTY PRETTY GOOD JOB AT IT. To bad after the first Matrix the other 2 didn't live up.


4. The Terminator (T-800 or 101) Now this is where it became so hard for me to deiced the last few robots. I placed the T-800 in fourth because, it was an amazing design and character fathered by James Cameron. In the T-800 we see almost everything we as humans fear technology to become. That one day it will be so smart it will take over the world. So I place the T-800 in 4th because, well it's amazing but not the best.


3. R2-D2 Yes, R2-D2 is in third please send me all the hate mail you want! I placed with little astromech droid, is the face of all robots, it hails from the worlds most well known franchise in film history which made me place him up in the top ranks of this system. R2-D2 is not only capable of hacking into main frames and shutting down garbage dumps in detention blocks, but he has some handy gadgets and a spunky little attitude. He has rockets to make him fly, he has a projector you can watch movies on, a cattle prod, and a spring load lightsaber launcher, and who doesn't want that in their droid.


2. The Borg (star trek)
Number 2 is finally here! The borg, the only race that still scares me from my childhood. I remember watching the next generation and hiding my face under blankets when the borgs would appear in an episode. The borg are a cybernetic race that live in hives and will take humans and turn them into mindless cyborg warriors; in short. I believe what makes them so scary is that another fear of the human race is for robotics to consume us so much that we lose ourselves and become slaves to the technology, thus we become the borgs. RESISTANCE IS FUTILE

1. Terminator (T-1000) Now I may get hated on for having this robot number one but, the T-1000 is taking the character of the T-800 and then making it even more hardcore! The T-1000 which is found in Terminator 2 is a robot sent to kill John Connor, and it has some more tricks then the T-800. The T-1000 is a liquid metal, it can take on any shape, it wants. Like replicate a human or turn its arm into a blade, or make his hand into a blender. The T-1000 doesn't reflect bullets it absorbs them like he is pudding. Although the T-1000 ultimately meets its doom, it still is the greats robot known to film.

What makes you happy?

As humans certain things can make us happy/sad, just seeing a flash of color or hearing the downbeat to a tune playing through some near by speakers can bring back a memory, or bring out a certain emotion. What is the first thing that comes to you mind when you think of happiness? It could be a song, a painting, a person, play or thing, a noun, verb, adjective, or a fantasy(appropriate of course). What as a human makes you happy, and why do you think it makes you happy?