Not everyday you find someone who knows what his talking about, you go man.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Merdeka!
Sorry guys, Long time no update! (not that I have a lot of people reading this anyway)
I've been working for 31 days straight! (Yes including church camp at Rawang)
1st week of August -- Klang Creative Festival
2nd Week of August -- Work in office for 8tv Mobile Presentation
3rd Week of August -- Visit Raub to promote 'A Bruised Reed'， 压伤的芦苇
4th Week of August -- Church Camp at Rawang 马圣休闲中心
Now I'm gonna take a time off and rest myself.
Zzzz........
I've been working for 31 days straight! (Yes including church camp at Rawang)
1st week of August -- Klang Creative Festival
2nd Week of August -- Work in office for 8tv Mobile Presentation
3rd Week of August -- Visit Raub to promote 'A Bruised Reed'， 压伤的芦苇
4th Week of August -- Church Camp at Rawang 马圣休闲中心
Now I'm gonna take a time off and rest myself.
Zzzz........
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
KCF 2009
KCF (Klang Creative Festival) is happening this Saturday and Sunday, so don't miss it out!
Being in charged of the indie movie panel, I have specially arrange for you 8 MOVIES to be screened, 4 on Sat and another 4 sun...all for free!
so here's the movie and the timetable:
Saturday
11.00am - 1.30pm KURUS by Woo Ming Jin
2.00pm - 4.00pm Elephant and the sea also by Woo Ming Jin
4.30pm to 6.00pm A series of Short film by Edmund Yeoh
Click here to visit his website to get more info on his short films
8pm to 9.30pm RABUN by Yasmin Ahmad
a special tribute to this wonderful person.
Sunday
11.00am to 1.30pm Gadoh by Brenda Dankor and Namron
2.00pm - 4.00pm Bird House by 丘涌耀
4.30pm - 6.00pm A Bruised Reed by Chew Cheng En
8.00pm to 9.30pm Before we fall in love again by James Lee
So there you have it, the list of films showing during the festival, do remember to come!
and also of course a intro about the festival itself by the organizers:
Being in charged of the indie movie panel, I have specially arrange for you 8 MOVIES to be screened, 4 on Sat and another 4 sun...all for free!
so here's the movie and the timetable:
Saturday
11.00am - 1.30pm KURUS by Woo Ming Jin
2.00pm - 4.00pm Elephant and the sea also by Woo Ming Jin
4.30pm to 6.00pm A series of Short film by Edmund Yeoh
Click here to visit his website to get more info on his short films
8pm to 9.30pm RABUN by Yasmin Ahmad
a special tribute to this wonderful person.
Sunday
11.00am to 1.30pm Gadoh by Brenda Dankor and Namron
2.00pm - 4.00pm Bird House by 丘涌耀
4.30pm - 6.00pm A Bruised Reed by Chew Cheng En
8.00pm to 9.30pm Before we fall in love again by James Lee
So there you have it, the list of films showing during the festival, do remember to come!
and also of course a intro about the festival itself by the organizers:
Friday, July 31, 2009
A story from the story teller
Everyday I pray for god to give me more wisdom, so that I might solve life's problem and look at the world differently. God has obviously blessed her (Yasmin) with a huge amount of wisdom, so that she may deliver it through her movies. Here's an excerpt from her blog I friend of mine found.
(Taken from Jasemaine's blog)
"One evening, an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.
He said, "My son, the battle is between two 'wolves' inside us all. One is Evil - It is anger, envy, jealousy, greed, and arrogance. The other is Good - It is peace, love, hope, humility, compassion, and faith."
The grandson thought about this for a while and then asked his grandfather, "Which wolf wins?"
To which the old Cherokee simply replied, "The one you feed."
My respect to you great Yasmin, I'm sure you picked the right one to feed. Thank you once again for everything.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Talented Yasmin Ahmad
As everyone know by now, Yasmin Ahmad, one of Malaysia's greatest film director has passed away. She has left behind a legacy of great films such as Sepet, Gubra, Mukshin as well as some famous heart warming commercials.
I only met her once in person, and I must seriously thank god for that. How often do you get to meet someone who is not only a famous celebrity, but more importantly someone you respect and look up to from time to time. In fact her movie SEPET was the first local film I ever watched in a Cinema, and ironically Talentime was the last local movie I also saw in the Cinema
It was thanks to her (as well as other indie film makers out there) that inspired not only me, but many other people out there to pursue their dream to make movies and even music in this country, where Creative talent and art is not always appreciated.
I'll still keep her blog link, reading it I learned many things and I can see what she has gone through to become the person she is today.
RIP Yasmin Ahmad, and thanks for everything.
News from The Star
Pemergian Yasmin Ahhmad:Reaksi Artist on Gua.com.my
Also Edmund's thought on this tragedy news
Friday, July 24, 2009
KCF Press Conference
A press conference was held to promote the Klang Creative Festival happening in Klang Centro, 8th-9th August.
I was honored to be invited, at the same time I was surprised that I actually had to be in front at the desk with the big committees and organizers @_@
Newspaper clipping the next day
I'll be in charge of the indie feature film screening, so once I 100% confirmed everything I'll post schedule and shows that will be showing, till then, peace y'all
I was honored to be invited, at the same time I was surprised that I actually had to be in front at the desk with the big committees and organizers @_@
Newspaper clipping the next day
I'll be in charge of the indie feature film screening, so once I 100% confirmed everything I'll post schedule and shows that will be showing, till then, peace y'all
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Stimulating Conversations
A very meaningful weekend just passed. Manage to to hang out with some of my closest buddies and just chatting away through the night. After working in an office for so long I guess I really need a break out of the normal routine.
Saturday night I met up with Ah Wai and Yaw Yee at Sunway. We talked about the both of them getting out of the office and working freelance. I guess even so called stable jobs have their cons. Chatting with them I had a sense of confidence I have lost for so long, makes me want to lead role again and do crazy stuffs.
Sunday night after Cheng Hui's house warming I went to Sunway again to yum cha with Cheng En, Tan Jie and Cheng Li. Again Cheng En and Tan Jie have been freelancing without a norm job for quite some time. It's tough but I'm happy because they are putting their effort to chase their dreams, doing what they want to do. Although many people kinda look down on people like this, but I respect them for their passion and strength to move on. You go guys~
Monday Night was another session in Bangsar with Damian and Izuan. I was so surprised with Izuan told me (I'm not suppose to tell people yet) but I am so happy for Izuan as me and him are both experiencing the same thing, we both can hear destiny calling out to us and it's about time we answer the call. I'm with you Izuan all the way. Oh and thanks for lending the Screenplay book, I'll be sure to read it, haha.
All this while I've been playing safe and not taking any major risk for fear of failing and of course family pressure. For once I just screw it all and get into some real action.
Anyways I finally upload my short film on youtube, you can watch it here, enjoy ^^
Agony
Saturday night I met up with Ah Wai and Yaw Yee at Sunway. We talked about the both of them getting out of the office and working freelance. I guess even so called stable jobs have their cons. Chatting with them I had a sense of confidence I have lost for so long, makes me want to lead role again and do crazy stuffs.
Sunday night after Cheng Hui's house warming I went to Sunway again to yum cha with Cheng En, Tan Jie and Cheng Li. Again Cheng En and Tan Jie have been freelancing without a norm job for quite some time. It's tough but I'm happy because they are putting their effort to chase their dreams, doing what they want to do. Although many people kinda look down on people like this, but I respect them for their passion and strength to move on. You go guys~
Monday Night was another session in Bangsar with Damian and Izuan. I was so surprised with Izuan told me (I'm not suppose to tell people yet) but I am so happy for Izuan as me and him are both experiencing the same thing, we both can hear destiny calling out to us and it's about time we answer the call. I'm with you Izuan all the way. Oh and thanks for lending the Screenplay book, I'll be sure to read it, haha.
All this while I've been playing safe and not taking any major risk for fear of failing and of course family pressure. For once I just screw it all and get into some real action.
Anyways I finally upload my short film on youtube, you can watch it here, enjoy ^^
Agony
Thursday, July 16, 2009
World Builder
A fantastic short film, perfect combination of Visual Effects + Simple story telling. A cool reference for me in the future ^^
Monday, July 13, 2009
Daicon
Went to Daicon fest @ Cyberjaya MMU recently, being forced to be driver and photographer >.<
(some pictures I curi from http://hxyume.com haha hope you dun mind :P)
Special appearance by Chihara Minori who performed as well
Funny thing I only been in this hall twice, the first being when I had my convo and this was the second. haha...
Congrats Daicon, it was pretty cool though I hoped there would have been more stuff. Looking forward to Comic Fiesta end of this year
(some pictures I curi from http://hxyume.com haha hope you dun mind :P)
Special appearance by Chihara Minori who performed as well
Funny thing I only been in this hall twice, the first being when I had my convo and this was the second. haha...
Congrats Daicon, it was pretty cool though I hoped there would have been more stuff. Looking forward to Comic Fiesta end of this year
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
The agony of ... Michael Jackson?
Ok first off Thank god I finally finished my short film - Agony, and submitted it to BMW shorties and now just hope for the best. Shout out to all those who helped me especially Palia Wai and Tehping who worked day and night to get the work done. You guys rock lar
Some stills...
Anyways I was in on my way to Johor when I heard the news of Michael Jackson's death, apparently I had no internet connection so I can't do any tribute to him. But still I just wanna say that despite all those negative news, Michael Jackson is still a legend and will always remain as one
But still his not Jesus, so don't get over upset about it like this woman here.
Some stills...
Anyways I was in on my way to Johor when I heard the news of Michael Jackson's death, apparently I had no internet connection so I can't do any tribute to him. But still I just wanna say that despite all those negative news, Michael Jackson is still a legend and will always remain as one
But still his not Jesus, so don't get over upset about it like this woman here.
Friday, June 26, 2009
The Agony of being...
Wow...finally getting my engine started, what's it been like? 2-3 years since I even started doing anything. After much 'encouragement' from my friends all over I finally decided to start doing something.
Well basically this new project of mine entitled agony is something I came out with while brainstorming alone. It's kinda special in a way as it involves animation and live footages. Well not to say it's the first of it's kind but I guess it's a good start for me.
Thanks to the brilliant effort of Charlie Chan Kam Wai and Tehping Lim, we finally got things started, also a special thanks to Miharu for willing to help me out in this.
Well sadly due to the short period of time, I have to be my own camera man
Another special thanks to Ah wai's Manager - Kimo
Ah Wai disagrees with me sometimes
Shooting location is actually ah wai's apartment in puchong
Well the live scenes only take about 40% of the whole thing, the rest is animation being handled by the great Tehping Lim, his a one of a kind genius and hopefully he can safe my ass in this one.
Wish me luck folks!
Well basically this new project of mine entitled agony is something I came out with while brainstorming alone. It's kinda special in a way as it involves animation and live footages. Well not to say it's the first of it's kind but I guess it's a good start for me.
Thanks to the brilliant effort of Charlie Chan Kam Wai and Tehping Lim, we finally got things started, also a special thanks to Miharu for willing to help me out in this.
Well sadly due to the short period of time, I have to be my own camera man
Another special thanks to Ah wai's Manager - Kimo
Ah Wai disagrees with me sometimes
Shooting location is actually ah wai's apartment in puchong
Well the live scenes only take about 40% of the whole thing, the rest is animation being handled by the great Tehping Lim, his a one of a kind genius and hopefully he can safe my ass in this one.
Wish me luck folks!
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
The legend continues
I guess you all know by now, David Carradine, actor and star of the Kill Bill Series (he plays Bill himself) as well as my favorite Kung Fu The legend Continues, was recently found dead in his hotel room in Bangkok while he was there filming his other movies.
I can't say how sad I was when I got the news. I remember being a kid one of my favorite TV series was Kung Fu, The Legend Continues (along side X-files and Quantam Leap). In fact it was this series that inspired me to take up WuShu when I was in school.
I only prayed that his soul may rest in peace, and that I will always remember him for the legend he is.
I am caine, and I will help you
I can't say how sad I was when I got the news. I remember being a kid one of my favorite TV series was Kung Fu, The Legend Continues (along side X-files and Quantam Leap). In fact it was this series that inspired me to take up WuShu when I was in school.
I only prayed that his soul may rest in peace, and that I will always remember him for the legend he is.
I am caine, and I will help you
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Chocolate and Blood
How many Ferrero Rocher can you eat in one minute?
Current world record is 7 in one minute
Rules:
1. All Ferrero Rocher must still be wrapped
2. You must finish the 1st one before eating the second one, the referee will decide whether or not you have completely finish the first one.
3. No drinking water
Give it a try, I dare you!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
無言無語
喜欢看电影，因为喜欢把自己带入它的幻想世界。
想象自己如果是个世界二战的兵士，为了保卫国家或者保护自己的兄弟而壮烈牺牲
想象自己是个武士，只需要一秒就可以把敌人砍９９９次
想象自己是个音乐天才，１２岁就开个人演唱会，用歌声给世界带来希望
想象自己有一天得到某种超能力，决定用这力量来保护无辜百姓，打坏人，当然少不了有形的服装
想象自己和心爱的人，经历千万种风波，最后有情人得成眷属
以前听过一个导演说，电影永远都少不了一样东西。。。
就是爱，或者是缺乏爱 （Love or the lack of it)
她说可能主角很爱跳舞，或者是冒险，或者是爱杀人。。。
又或者缺乏爱，缺乏自信心，缺乏人生刺激。。。
而导致角色所做的每一样事，所说的每一句话，最后影响真个故事的发展
虽然很多圈内的朋友都不一定赞成这个道理（Love or the lack of it)，
但我个人觉得这道理对我们的人生是蛮适合的，尤其是我这个天枰座的真的是对爱看的很重
（说明我平时不信星座这种东西的）
听了侧田一首无言无语，歌词还蛮不错的
如要靠開口 先知我在左右 講多久都也未夠
神情若協奏 心事能看透
讓漂亮說話化做每日美麗挽手
情要說出口 先知那是溫柔 只因彼此愛未夠
一擁抱顫抖 比愛字還深厚 無言無語 才無憂
我还想起独孤九剑，无招胜有招，哈哈
唉。。。
人家找白马王子，我反而在找白雪公主。。。
失恋了６个月还在习惯当中，我真的想像不到那种阴阳隔离的怎样过日子。
算了，早点去睡吧，想多无谓
黄子华有一句说得好:
"人生最大的悲剧，莫过于,你爱的得唔到，你唔爱的，甩唔到"
想象自己如果是个世界二战的兵士，为了保卫国家或者保护自己的兄弟而壮烈牺牲
想象自己是个武士，只需要一秒就可以把敌人砍９９９次
想象自己是个音乐天才，１２岁就开个人演唱会，用歌声给世界带来希望
想象自己有一天得到某种超能力，决定用这力量来保护无辜百姓，打坏人，当然少不了有形的服装
想象自己和心爱的人，经历千万种风波，最后有情人得成眷属
以前听过一个导演说，电影永远都少不了一样东西。。。
就是爱，或者是缺乏爱 （Love or the lack of it)
她说可能主角很爱跳舞，或者是冒险，或者是爱杀人。。。
又或者缺乏爱，缺乏自信心，缺乏人生刺激。。。
而导致角色所做的每一样事，所说的每一句话，最后影响真个故事的发展
虽然很多圈内的朋友都不一定赞成这个道理（Love or the lack of it)，
但我个人觉得这道理对我们的人生是蛮适合的，尤其是我这个天枰座的真的是对爱看的很重
（说明我平时不信星座这种东西的）
听了侧田一首无言无语，歌词还蛮不错的
如要靠開口 先知我在左右 講多久都也未夠
神情若協奏 心事能看透
讓漂亮說話化做每日美麗挽手
情要說出口 先知那是溫柔 只因彼此愛未夠
一擁抱顫抖 比愛字還深厚 無言無語 才無憂
我还想起独孤九剑，无招胜有招，哈哈
唉。。。
人家找白马王子，我反而在找白雪公主。。。
失恋了６个月还在习惯当中，我真的想像不到那种阴阳隔离的怎样过日子。
算了，早点去睡吧，想多无谓
黄子华有一句说得好:
"人生最大的悲剧，莫过于,你爱的得唔到，你唔爱的，甩唔到"
Monday, May 18, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
A wolf loves pork
Crazy photography stop motion from some crazy Japanese dude. Heard it was even shown on NHK. A serious MUST WATCH for all you aspiring creative people out there.
This goes to show that it's not just about creative ideas in your head but the difficult and hard effort you have to put it to create a masterpiece. This guy earned my respect.
*Thanks to Tan Jie for showing me this video. Really opens my eye (hell, my eye balls almost fell out
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Juice
Damm it, my head's not working right!
I remember the good old days where my brain was flowing with creative juice. I had millions of ideas and interesting stories playing in my head. I had confidence and faith that there is NOTHING I couldn't achieve. Heck, I could conquer the world if I wanted to!
But now, when I come home all I want to do is sleep and rest. Maybe watch a few movies or play some computer games (and facebook). I don't even feel like doing anything else anymore. I can't even think of anything else anymore, except day dreaming.
"To dream anything that you want to dream. That's the beauty of the human mind. To do anything that you want to do. That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits. That is the courage to succeed.”
Guess I need a holiday, I haven't travel in like...8 years? Sure I've been to Langkawi or Melaka or even Kuching but that's just domestic traveling. I really need to go some place totally different and experience the culture there. Then maybe I can have my old juices coming back.
I admit I do need to lose weight though. Wonder if it's all the pork and chicken damaging my brain tissues...(looking for someone to sponsor my gym fees)
Perhaps I should consider moving out...Anyone willing to take me in? (or even better give me your entire apartment unit for free?)
I guess I'm just so tired... I don't know how to enjoy my youth anymore...
I remember the good old days where my brain was flowing with creative juice. I had millions of ideas and interesting stories playing in my head. I had confidence and faith that there is NOTHING I couldn't achieve. Heck, I could conquer the world if I wanted to!
But now, when I come home all I want to do is sleep and rest. Maybe watch a few movies or play some computer games (and facebook). I don't even feel like doing anything else anymore. I can't even think of anything else anymore, except day dreaming.
"To dream anything that you want to dream. That's the beauty of the human mind. To do anything that you want to do. That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits. That is the courage to succeed.”
Guess I need a holiday, I haven't travel in like...8 years? Sure I've been to Langkawi or Melaka or even Kuching but that's just domestic traveling. I really need to go some place totally different and experience the culture there. Then maybe I can have my old juices coming back.
I admit I do need to lose weight though. Wonder if it's all the pork and chicken damaging my brain tissues...(looking for someone to sponsor my gym fees)
Perhaps I should consider moving out...Anyone willing to take me in? (or even better give me your entire apartment unit for free?)
I guess I'm just so tired... I don't know how to enjoy my youth anymore...
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
非诚勿扰
汉哥评分：8/10 （因为不满意结局）
*Spoilers ahead
记得第一次听到这套戏的时候，是吴琨跟我说得。 我们好像是要去看另外一套电影途中（好像是Watchmen）
吴琨：斯汉，你看了非诚无扰吗？
我：什么鬼戏来的？
吴琨：舒琪演的...
我：哦？跟刘德华的？不是什么游龙戏凤的吗？
吴琨：不是那套烂戏，这个跟葛优，冯小刚导演.
我：哇塞，真的没听过，好看吗？
吴琨：超棒啊！我也没想到舒琪的戏会将好看.
没多久我也忘了这会事，直到我再想起时，是跟毅恒聊天的时候
我：喂，我刚想起，舒琪最近有一套戏很好看的，叫什么啊
毅恒：游龙戏凤？
我：不是不是，中国电影来的，跟葛优对演的.
毅恒：噢...非诚勿扰 ; If you are the one
我：听说不错哦.
毅恒: 简直是一流啦，F*** Yeah~
他竟然用到F*** Yeah~ 来形容这套戏，看来真的是蛮好看的
Romantic Comedy 这个 Genre 一直以来在中国电影真的很少见，又好看的更是难找.但这套电影真的很有趣，更令我意外的，它真的令我觉得很浪漫.
故事说，秦奋（葛优）因发明了一个 "绝世的发明" (看戏你就懂）而一夜暴富. 单身的他开始上网微婚.
在一连番的失败（也很炸到）约会中，遇见了笑笑（舒琪). 他俩没有一见钟情，更谈不上情投意合.
但他们很巧合的不时碰头，也开始了他们这段微妙感情.
跟其他爱情故事不一样的，就是它没有什么海誓山盟，爱你爱到死的那一种片段.我不看偶像剧也是因为这个原因.戏里也没有什么超浪漫的对白. 我反而觉得最感人是一句：
"有的人是情人眼里出西施，不过分的说，仇人眼里你都是西施"
它拥有的是一个比较轻微的幽默，他的浪漫不是甜言蜜语讲出来的.而是一副伤心的眼神和可爱的笑容展现出来的.我平时没什么看好舒琪的戏，但是这一步我真的蛮欣赏她的。葛优更不用说了，都已经是老手了.两个合起来还蛮有默契的.
这次冯小刚回归喜剧类型，带领观众走偏海南，杭州和北海道.观众在追赶男女主角的感情路是，也能够观赏一路上漂亮的风景，但这一点已经值戏票的价钱吧.
我不懂大家意见如何，但我觉得舒琪真的在最后应该死的. 她死的话我觉得会另观众更加有一个深刻的印象.也可以为这套电影画上一个完美的句号.但这单单是我个人的想法，你们可以不接受的 :P
接下来的你们自己有机会就看吧，真的是蛮值得看的. 送几个经典对白给你们吧
一个男人来应征
秦奋：你这不是捣乱吗？我登的是征婚广告。
相亲者（冯远征饰）：你的广告上没说男人免谈。
秦奋在教堂忏悔了4个小时，牧师受不了了。
牧师：我们的教堂太小了，装不下他那么大的罪恶，前面还有一个比较大的教堂。
秦奋的征婚启事：
你要想找一帅哥就别来了，你要想找一钱包就别见了。硕士学历以上的免谈，女企业家免谈(小商小贩除外)，省得咱们互相都会失望。刘德华和阿汤哥那种才貌双全的郎君是不会来征你的婚的，当然我也没做诺丁山的梦。您要真是一仙女我也接不住，没期待您长得跟画报封面一样看一眼就魂飞魄散。外表时尚，内心保守，身心都健康的一般人就行。要是多少还有点婉约那就更靠谱了。我喜欢会叠衣服的女人，每次洗完烫平叠得都像刚从商店里买回来的一样。说得够具体了吧。自我介绍一下，我岁数已经不小了，留学生身份出去的，在国外生活过十几年，没正经上过学，蹉跎中练就一身生存技能，现在学无所成海外归来，实话实说，应该定性为一只没有公司、没有股票、没有学位的“三无伪海龟”。性格OPEN，人品五五开，不算老实，但天生胆小，杀人不犯法我也下不去手，总体而言属于对人群对社会有益无害的类。
有意者电联，非诚勿扰。
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Talented Han
A chance to meet with the cast of Talentime and the Director herself, Yasmin Ahmad!
Of course lar stalk them for pictures...
from the left: Mahesh, Han, Pamela, Yasmind Ahmad and Kah Hoe
Usual practice of self enjoyment
Potential cast for Talentime 2 *Yasmin if your reading this, do take note =D
Anyways it's actually an event for a price giving ceremony where gua.com.my, Silkgirl had this online Talentime competition and the winners will be chosen by Yasmind Ahmad herself.
So Congrats to the winners, it's not easy to impress Yasmind Ahmad, so you guys deserve it ;)
Of course lar stalk them for pictures...
from the left: Mahesh, Han, Pamela, Yasmind Ahmad and Kah Hoe
Usual practice of self enjoyment
Potential cast for Talentime 2 *Yasmin if your reading this, do take note =D
Anyways it's actually an event for a price giving ceremony where gua.com.my, Silkgirl had this online Talentime competition and the winners will be chosen by Yasmind Ahmad herself.
So Congrats to the winners, it's not easy to impress Yasmind Ahmad, so you guys deserve it ;)
Friday, April 10, 2009
Good Friday
For we so love god's son, we send our only hero to prevent him for suffering
Happy Good Friday, be nice.
Happy Good Friday, be nice.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Talentime
Han rates: Hmm.....10/10 (Because it made feel like watching it twice!)
Yasmind Ahmad's latest work (her 6th one I think) Talentime hits the screens. Too bad I didn't get free tickets to watch this >_<
But anyways even though I paid for it, I thought it was worth every single penny.
I wouldn't call this film revolutionary or mind blowing, but it's definately a good movie. Yasmind always have this thing of using fresh talents but bringing out the best of them.
Talentime starts of with this school organizing it's 7th Annual Talentime competition. Heading the event is Cikgu Adibah (played by the famous Adibah Noor). As the story goes on it starts to focus on the indivual participants such as Melur and Haifz. It also slowly develops around the relationship of Melur and this Indian guy, Mahesh, whos in charge of fetching her to the rehersals. I won't reveal much as I really think you should watch this one unfold yourself.
It's beautiful movie. And I'm glad she's focusing on the Muhibah-thing (maybe abit too much) but I guess this country wouldn't mind a little bit more love. Pete Teoh does more of the music score for this film, which provides it a unique feel compare to Yasmin's previous movies who weren't really music heavy.
plus Pamela looks sweet :D
Ok... maybe not in this pic, but do check her out in the movie :D
And the jokes were pretty good. Thanks to Harith Iskandar and the "Gay" teachers, haha...Seriously I think I enjoyed this more then Confession of A Shopaholic =P
so nuf said. Enjoy the videos
And you may check out the making of here
Best quote of the movie-
Harith: Life is like a black man's left testicle, it's not right... and it's not fair
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Geng
Han rates: 10/10 BABY!
After years of waiting, Les' Copaque Production finally released ‘GENG’, Malaysia’s first animated Feature film. I somehow managed to sneak in to catch the media screening of the movie one month before its official release.
Many years ago I was skeptical as to how this movie would turn out; being a victim of countless disappointments watching Malaysia made movies which includes “special effects”. I doubted that this new company started out by a bunch of youngsters from my University (MMU) could do any better, even if they hired some of the top film and animations students from MMU.
For once, I was happy to be proven wrong.
Well it’s not fair to compare it to the likes of WALL-E or Finding Nemo. But seriously this movie a definite must watch. It’s entertaining (in a Malaysian way) and quite meaningful. Although you will notice a lot of scenes were spoof from other famous movies (I counted roughly around 5 movie spoofs) but at least they got the formula right.
Simple storyline: Badrol and his friend Lim returns to the kampung (village) only to find the village being hunted by a mysterious Durian ghost. Thus the duo gang up with the other village members UPIN and IPIN (the lovable twins), Kak Ros (village beauty) and Rajoo (Indian kid which talks to animals). Together they uncover the mystery behind the Durian Ghost and what is really going on.
Former students of MMU, especially those from my batch (2006 Graduates) will find a lot of familiar characters and elements. Technical wise it’s not perfect but the hard work and effort that the team put in is definitely worth a standing ovation. Characters were actually very unique that audience will still remember them after the show is over. My favorite of course being Upin & Ipin, the super cute and lovable twins. Rajoo is also another favorite due to his animal talking abilities. I must admit the main character. Bardol, was rather normal. But no matter as the others was good enough to cover it.
GENG opens officially in cinemas 12 Feb 2009. Be sure to go and watch. Bring along your family as it is heartwarming and surely a perfect enjoyment for the whole family.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Han's favourite movies of 2008
Well 2008 was quite a movie year for me, I probaly watched more movie in 2008 then I did in any other year. So here's my favourite 5 (in no particular order)
The Dark Knight
Let’s start with The Dark Knight. Whoever says that The Mummy 3 is better than this movie should honestly die so Heath Ledger can torture you as the joker. People who say it’s boring have been watching too much cartoon and should learn how to GROW UP. I loved every single dialogue in the movie and I was also impressed with Aaron Eckhart portrayal of Harvey Dent a.k.a 2 Face. This is truly Batman for adults, unlike Batman forever which was catered for 15 years and below.
Be Kind Rewind
Be Kind Rewind totally rocks. Another intelligent comedy that had my mind blasting (quote from Russell Peter) since Bowfinger. What else could expect from Michel Gondry, who also did Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (which was of course one of my favorite movies). Jack Black was pretty good but I preferred Mos Def who played Mike, the loyal, nice black guy who devotes his duty to protecting the Movie shop. Seriously must watch, unless you’re a retard who prefers Disaster Movie or Meet the Spartans
Wall-E
Soooooooo Cuuuuuuuuuuuttttttttttteeeeeee. Nuff said. Wall-E’s feelings all expressed only through his cute binoculars eyes (and his cute robotic sound). Pixar has indeed created magic once again since the old Disney Classics. If anyone tell me this movie sucks possibly has no soul and no heart.
Ip-Man 叶问
I have non-Chinese friends who have watched this movie 3 times in the cinema. So yeah, that basically sums out how good this movie is. Donnie Yen portrayal of the Wing-Chun 永春 was classic. Fast yet graceful and deadly, Wing Chun has since been Google top searched item with people looking for places to learn it. The story line itself was pretty simple and straight forward but the scenes where powerful enough to captivate you in the moment. Much better then Dragon Tiger Gate 龙虎门 in my opinion.
Australia
Ok, I’ve been getting mixed reviews from this one. People either hate it or love it. I personally enjoyed it. 3 hour length I was entertained 90% of the time. Nicole Kidman combined with Hugh Jackman was a totally new chemistry all together. I find the story concept very, very similar to Pearl Harbor but this is way much better. More powerful, more moving and less boring. If you think this movie sucks then good for you, I enjoyed it, so shut up.
To prove my point of how good it is compare to pearl harbor, watch the youtube clip below.
Anyways what are your favourite picks of 2008?
The Dark Knight
Let’s start with The Dark Knight. Whoever says that The Mummy 3 is better than this movie should honestly die so Heath Ledger can torture you as the joker. People who say it’s boring have been watching too much cartoon and should learn how to GROW UP. I loved every single dialogue in the movie and I was also impressed with Aaron Eckhart portrayal of Harvey Dent a.k.a 2 Face. This is truly Batman for adults, unlike Batman forever which was catered for 15 years and below.
Be Kind Rewind
Be Kind Rewind totally rocks. Another intelligent comedy that had my mind blasting (quote from Russell Peter) since Bowfinger. What else could expect from Michel Gondry, who also did Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (which was of course one of my favorite movies). Jack Black was pretty good but I preferred Mos Def who played Mike, the loyal, nice black guy who devotes his duty to protecting the Movie shop. Seriously must watch, unless you’re a retard who prefers Disaster Movie or Meet the Spartans
Wall-E
Soooooooo Cuuuuuuuuuuuttttttttttteeeeeee. Nuff said. Wall-E’s feelings all expressed only through his cute binoculars eyes (and his cute robotic sound). Pixar has indeed created magic once again since the old Disney Classics. If anyone tell me this movie sucks possibly has no soul and no heart.
Ip-Man 叶问
I have non-Chinese friends who have watched this movie 3 times in the cinema. So yeah, that basically sums out how good this movie is. Donnie Yen portrayal of the Wing-Chun 永春 was classic. Fast yet graceful and deadly, Wing Chun has since been Google top searched item with people looking for places to learn it. The story line itself was pretty simple and straight forward but the scenes where powerful enough to captivate you in the moment. Much better then Dragon Tiger Gate 龙虎门 in my opinion.
Australia
Ok, I’ve been getting mixed reviews from this one. People either hate it or love it. I personally enjoyed it. 3 hour length I was entertained 90% of the time. Nicole Kidman combined with Hugh Jackman was a totally new chemistry all together. I find the story concept very, very similar to Pearl Harbor but this is way much better. More powerful, more moving and less boring. If you think this movie sucks then good for you, I enjoyed it, so shut up.
To prove my point of how good it is compare to pearl harbor, watch the youtube clip below.
Anyways what are your favourite picks of 2008?
Friday, January 9, 2009
Skinheads for life
Was at PWTC today for Youth09 Event. And also the re-launch of www.gua.com.my with the new look.
By the way this is also the reason why I went botak, haha. Boss decided that since the website is going to have a new look, so should the stuff. So in the end those man enough went to get a haircut (The rest have no balls)
The Rockers
Meet ma man, Joe Flizzow
The lovely Sarah Lian
I'm officially a skinhead, lolz...
Here's a compilation of Joe Flizzow. Rocking the house~
By the way this is also the reason why I went botak, haha. Boss decided that since the website is going to have a new look, so should the stuff. So in the end those man enough went to get a haircut (The rest have no balls)
The Rockers
Meet ma man, Joe Flizzow
The lovely Sarah Lian
I'm officially a skinhead, lolz...
Here's a compilation of Joe Flizzow. Rocking the house~
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Bald is the new hairstyle?
After much heavy consideration (and pressure :P) I have finally decided to give in and give myself a "NEW" haircut.
this is before...
still before...
The process...
The final outcome...
Shaolin here I come~
this is before...
still before...
The process...
The final outcome...
Shaolin here I come~
Sunday, January 4, 2009
2009
Hmm.. still getting use to this, haven't been blogging since 2007.
A few things I wanna do this year
1. Make a short film
2. Act in a feature film
3. Direct a stage drama / 舞台剧
4. Travel to an oversea location
4. Fall in love again
The last one made me sound really gay. I swear I'm not.
a very good song. enjoy it =D
Hello students, today I got lost on the road of life - Hatake Kakashi
A few things I wanna do this year
1. Make a short film
2. Act in a feature film
3. Direct a stage drama / 舞台剧
4. Travel to an oversea location
4. Fall in love again
The last one made me sound really gay. I swear I'm not.
a very good song. enjoy it =D
Hello students, today I got lost on the road of life - Hatake Kakashi
