Justin Bieber v. Rihanna

This song is catchy, and I might even go as far as to call it good. But the video is trying too hard. Much, much too hard.


It seems what he is trying to do is this:

Paul Rudd and Wanderlust, among others.

There is something about Paul Rudd that makes him so damn enjoyable to watch. Of course, he's easy on the eyes, but there's something else. Maybe an inherent goodness? Whatever it is, Rudd's good vibes leak out of every film I've seen him in. Wanderlust and Our Idiot Brother are stupid comedies that work, at least for me. Probably because they're wonderfully cast (Jennifer Anniston, Malin Akerman, and Lauren Ambrose (and more!) in Wanderlust and Zooey Deschannel, Elizabeth Banks, Rashida Jones and Emily Mortimer in Our Idiot Brother).

I am going to put Wanderlust in for a third go round. Wanna know why? Well, first, I'm sick and tired of heaviness. Life has so much heaviness already that it's nice to check in to some happy go-lucky floaty fun. Second, I really like making fun of the whole spiritual hippie scene. Why? Because I once lived in a commune and because I still live in the spiritual capital of the U.S. Well, at least of San Diego. I always say, yoga studios are to Encinitas what coffee shops are to Seattle.

So just relax, watch this movie, and have fun. Like I am. For the third time.

And because I'm still feeling sexy...

The lyrics. The artist. The video. Need I say more?

Miguel - Adorn

Mmm mmm mmm. I just love it when a song makes me feel sexy. I was driving home from running errands when this song came on, and my ears got wet. And I don't mean because it was raining.



I like the voice. I like the beat and the keyboard work. I almost like the video. The song reminds me of early 90's R&B music. Two artists that come to mind are Prince and H-Town. Jodeci, even.

I looked him up on my smart phone before the song finished. Miguel? Never heard of him. But after looking him up I'm already looking to download the album.

I love that I'm letting myself live again. No more asceticism. No more spiritual seeking. And especially no more holding back that smooth grooving soul sister in me.

Film Review: The Painted Veil (2006, USA)

I love art. Well, not all art. Moving picture is moving art, and I at least like moving art. But not all moving picture should be considered moving art, and not all moving picture is even worth watching (quite the mouthful, right?). Therefore, it is such an honor (and relief) to watch a film that understands how intertwining breathtaking cinematography and set design with talented actors and a strong story line makes good art. Good moving art. And what movie is that, exactly? The Painted Veil, starring Edward Norton and Naomi Watts.

 
 

 

Yay film! Or should I say, "Yay moving picture art film!"?

Chico Debarge Live

I used to listen to this soulful brother back when I was in middle school. And he still makes my panties wet to this day. Everyone, meet Chico Debarge:

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