Originally posted on xanga.
These are some of the Taiwanese dramas that I looking forward to watching:
不良笑花
星心的淚光
無敵珊寶妹
籃球火 - Hot Shot
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Some Random Things
Originally posted on xanga.
The debate between Obama and McCain was quite troubling. As I see my 401K lose value everyday, I can't help but wonder if either of these guys can steer the ship back on course. And if these failed CEOs keep walking away with millions while we lose %s on our "nest eggs", I am throwing in the towel. What's the use of saving? You know, you say, in 30, 40 years, it'll grow. Of the 10 or so years I've been doing my 401 and IRAs, 7 of them have been down years. This sucks.
Ebay. It sucks. I look for an item on Amazon and than Ebay. Cheaper on Amazon 3 out of 4 times. The only things I order off Ebay now are Chinese movies or dramas I can't order off Amazon. Ebay continues to drop in stock value (I know, since I bought them at the wrong time and am paying the price now).
I lost a little steam with Fated to Love You. I haven't watched an episode this week. I've been re-watching the 2003 Alec Su 倚天屠龍記. Every time I watch the portion about 曾阿牛 (zeng ah niu), I get happy!
I am really forward to the new Jay Chau Album. Here's an MV from the upcoming album. Very very original.
The debate between Obama and McCain was quite troubling. As I see my 401K lose value everyday, I can't help but wonder if either of these guys can steer the ship back on course. And if these failed CEOs keep walking away with millions while we lose %s on our "nest eggs", I am throwing in the towel. What's the use of saving? You know, you say, in 30, 40 years, it'll grow. Of the 10 or so years I've been doing my 401 and IRAs, 7 of them have been down years. This sucks.
Ebay. It sucks. I look for an item on Amazon and than Ebay. Cheaper on Amazon 3 out of 4 times. The only things I order off Ebay now are Chinese movies or dramas I can't order off Amazon. Ebay continues to drop in stock value (I know, since I bought them at the wrong time and am paying the price now).
I lost a little steam with Fated to Love You. I haven't watched an episode this week. I've been re-watching the 2003 Alec Su 倚天屠龍記. Every time I watch the portion about 曾阿牛 (zeng ah niu), I get happy!
I am really forward to the new Jay Chau Album. Here's an MV from the upcoming album. Very very original.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Paul Newman: 1925-2008
Originally posted on xanga.
Wow. This blows me away. Paul was an amazing man. This is a brief bio from Yahoo:
"Paul Newman was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a philanthropist, an activist, a veteran, a race car driver, a director, and, for over 50 years, one of the greatest film stars in Hollywood".
There is a great article about Paul Newman from Yahoo.
As a kid, some of my favorite movies include Paul. The Sting may have been one of my favorites. I remember always trying to catch it whenever I saw it on the TV Guide. When I got a little older, I was able to catch The Color of Money. I haven't seen the prequel, The Hustler yet.
I have been a fan of his salad dressings as well. I like them and the fact that all profits go to charity.
Paul Newman lived a great life and will be missed. Rest in Peace Paul. The world was better with you here.
Wow. This blows me away. Paul was an amazing man. This is a brief bio from Yahoo:
"Paul Newman was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a philanthropist, an activist, a veteran, a race car driver, a director, and, for over 50 years, one of the greatest film stars in Hollywood".
There is a great article about Paul Newman from Yahoo.
As a kid, some of my favorite movies include Paul. The Sting may have been one of my favorites. I remember always trying to catch it whenever I saw it on the TV Guide. When I got a little older, I was able to catch The Color of Money. I haven't seen the prequel, The Hustler yet.
I have been a fan of his salad dressings as well. I like them and the fact that all profits go to charity.
Paul Newman lived a great life and will be missed. Rest in Peace Paul. The world was better with you here.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
Originally posted on xanga.
As guilty pleasures go, this is probably one of them. It's like watching Herc or Xena from the 90s. You do it at home, but never admit to it if asked directly.
As is the case with The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior. This is the pre pre "The Rock" in the 2nd Mummy movie. The pre was The Scorpion King featuring The Rock.
It pretty fasted paced and takes you through the story quickly. Not really a time for resting.
So, if you liked the Hercules or Xena or Beastmaster or Conan TV series from the 90s. This is right up your alley.
As guilty pleasures go, this is probably one of them. It's like watching Herc or Xena from the 90s. You do it at home, but never admit to it if asked directly.
As is the case with The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior. This is the pre pre "The Rock" in the 2nd Mummy movie. The pre was The Scorpion King featuring The Rock.
It pretty fasted paced and takes you through the story quickly. Not really a time for resting.
So, if you liked the Hercules or Xena or Beastmaster or Conan TV series from the 90s. This is right up your alley.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Red Cliff Part 1 - 赤壁 - First Thoughts
Originally posted on xanga.
I just finished part 1 of John Woo's Red Cliff (赤壁). It was an intense movie with a lot of stuff going on.
Here are some thoughts:
I need to learn my Chinese history better
Lin Chi-Ling is pretty dang hot
Zhao Wei is looking like she shouldn't play early 20s rolls anymore
The Costumes are amazing
The special effects look real and fake at the same time
I can't wait to see part 2.
Too bad there's no part 3
I would want to play a video game based off this (in english, since my Chinese is useless)
Go see it. It won't blow you away, but its a good film.
Being sold for $3 in my local video rental places. Crazy cheap.
I just finished part 1 of John Woo's Red Cliff (赤壁). It was an intense movie with a lot of stuff going on.
Here are some thoughts:
I need to learn my Chinese history better
Lin Chi-Ling is pretty dang hot
Zhao Wei is looking like she shouldn't play early 20s rolls anymore
The Costumes are amazing
The special effects look real and fake at the same time
I can't wait to see part 2.
Too bad there's no part 3
I would want to play a video game based off this (in english, since my Chinese is useless)
Go see it. It won't blow you away, but its a good film.
Being sold for $3 in my local video rental places. Crazy cheap.
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