Mad Men: "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" Review

One thing is made abundantly clear in the first episode of Mad Men. Everyone smoked during the 60's. People loved smoking. Men, women, hell even Doctor's smoked while with their patients.  We follow Don Draper who works with Sterling Cooper in New York City. He is an advertising man.

Prometheus: The Beginning Draws Near

And so the Viral Campaign for Prometheus begins. Those of whom love the Alien franchise will find the video below interesting. Now initially I would have considered this to be a spoiler, however it is apart of the viral campaign so I rule it out as being one. For more those who do not know what Prometheus read more after the video for a brief explanation as well as other interesting Alien related information

REVIEW: Chronicle

Chronicle is the best found footage film ever made. It's that simple. Up until this point, I felt that Paranormal Activity was due to its originality. It was also the only film that I felt fully legitimized the use of the cameras in a non cinematic way. Cloverfield came close with it's use of taped cameras. However there were moments in Cloverfield where in reality the individuals involved would have turned the camera off or at least had the camera away from the action(i.e. the Subway sequence). It felt too convenient and forced. I understand that filmmaking is supposed to suspend the belief of reality, but it is hard to dissociate yourself with what is taking place and having a camera man documenting everything even as you are being chased. However Chronicle completely resolves this issue in the most creative way yet. It is ingenious, however I only see this method working in this film, which adds to the brilliance.

CONCERT REVIEW: Better With U Tour

I attended the December 18th show of the Better With U Tour. Sadly One Direction was not present for the west coast performance, as they were originally planned. Daniel bought me and my sister tickets for the show in because when the dates were first announced February 18th was on there. Although we were sad about One Direction's absence and are not hardcore Big Time Rush fans, we still managed to enjoy ourselves. It was actually a very good concert.

REVIEW: Safe House

Safe House had the potential to be a solid film, but because of horrid editing the film loses it's edge and becomes a mediocre bargain bin thriller. I imagine this film  must have had a nice script. The film is action packed to say the least in moments you would least expect it. However due to a chaotic approach to editing, I found it very hard to follow the action at hand. I was always aware of what was taking place, but when the heavier action sequences were taking place, I found myself to be often disoriented. It seemed as though the editor did not have any wide footage to work with. You almost are always in a tight medium or close up during the action sequences. It's like MTV style editing on speed.

Dealing With My One Direction Infection Part II

After meeting them life went back to normal until December. Things got crazy again because of the Bring1DtoUS competition. This was a competition between States in the U.S. to get One Direction to visit them and host a special event. I was so determined to see them again. I wanted to get my last two pictures with Zayn and Louis. I literally was Up All Night until the challenges were over. Everyone I know was so annoyed with me because of all the dedication I had with this competition. Although it was honestly stressful and time consuming, it was great because I found so many other Directioners. Yes, the competition got very intense as States started hating each other and accusing one another of cheating. I was apart of the #Bring1DtoLA but unfortunately we didn't win. Dallas won, and although I am jealous, I congratulate them because they obviously earned it. We did get second place however so LA Directioners are still anxiously waiting for further information about their future arrival.

Dealing With My One Direction Infection Part I

Hey it's Ana. It has been awhile but let me start off by saying that 2011 was fantastic! Last time I blogged I informed you guys about my obsession with One Direction, well guess what? I met them! Yes, you read that correctly. It was June 25th 2011. It was very late..or very early (which ever you prefer), around 1:45 am. It was great since I was not able to see them when they came the first time in January. I was tired, had no make up on and was badly sunburned. They, of course looked beautiful. Seriously, pictures do not do them justice.