So I was going through all of the Oscar nominations this afternoon. I have little to no thoughts on a lot of the categories because, sadly, I haven't seen most of the films. These are the Oscar nominated movies that I actually care about watching (and reasons why) in the next month:
Hugo - It's about adventure, and who doesn't love adventure? I simply love British children. It's got a HUGE bonus of what is probably a great original score. I don't know why, but I thought this film was animated...
Midnight in Paris - Interests me because I've heard people say it might be Woody Allen's best film, and although I'm no aficionado of Woody Allen films, the man is talented. The tone looks dream-like and the plot is likely to be captivating in the same way. Also, Owen Wilson is an odd favorite of mine.
The Artist - Just hearing the title of this movie made me want to see it. That word alone evokes so many emotions and paths of thought it my mind. I feel like it will be a very bold visual. If it's not stellar, I will be disappointed.
The Descendants - George Clooney. What can I say? I tend to like his stuff. The story seems to be poignant, tragic, touching. Bound to be a decent cry fest for me.
The Tree of Life - For some reason I expect it to be long and one of those movies I'll only watch once, but I'd still like to see it. The cinematography on it's own looks pretty powerful. Looks well cast, too.
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close - Cannot wait to see how the book translated into a movie. That's all I'm going to say about this one.
War Horse - I like period pieces, I like war movies, I like horses. The cinematography is stellar. It's kind of obvious that I have to see it.
The Help - I've heard too much about this one to not want to see it. I hope it's good.
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy - The cast on this sucker, oh boys. Spy movies. The better question is, how haven't I seen this one yet??
The Iron Lady - Meryl Streep is a goddess.
Rango - I like animations. I didn't really have any huge desire to see this when it came out but I've changed my mind for inexplicable reasons.
Jane Eyre - Again with the period pieces thing. Again with the books turning into movies. Also, this one has been done before, and I'm eager to see what they've done differently.
The Adventures of Tintin - It just looks like so much fun. Also, sort of excited about the original score.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes - Saw the trailer a lot. Love prequels.
The Ides of March - George Clooney, Ryan Gosling... this is a movie full of beautiful men. Was that Evan Rachel Wood there? Haven't seen her in anything since Across the Universe, that could be interesting. Also, love the morality and ideas called into question by the plot.
Margin Call - Would really like to see why it's nominated for writing... HUGE fan of well communicated ideas.
A Separation - Something slightly different from what I normally watch. The story interests me. Would like to see why it's nominated for writing.
I feel like I should care about watching Moneyball... but I don't. I would watch it if other people were watching it and I'd probably enjoy it. I guess that's how I feel about sports movies in general.
Though not in the next month, I'd really like to see if I can find some of the nominated documentaries. I love documentaries because I always learn so much. Again with the 'well communicated ideas' thing.
Also, even though it's not nominated for anything, I'd still really like to see '50/50', because I love Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
Thinking about all of these films makes me want to write more. Need to allot myself some time for that maybe. I've got some big ideas 'a brewin' up here. Can't wait until this freaking play is over so I have some free time maybe. Ah well, 12 days, then I can really get my creativity focused on what I want to focus it on right now.
I used the word 'also' way too much in this post.
Also, I'm likely going to need help watching these movies, give me a shout if you're interested.
-K
Tuesday, 24 January 2012
Wednesday, 4 January 2012
so long 2011, bring it 2012 (just sayin')
Well, after a long break I'm back!
I'm not going to make any silly resolution that I'll post more frequently, because I probably wouldn't follow through.
What might my resolutions be, you ask? I have one, and it's just for kicks. I'm going to become notorious as the girl with the red bow.
There's this great little red bow that I wore for the burlesque show in the summer. Recently I've started wearing it when I go to shows, gigs and even just karaoke. It makes it easy for people to find me, and I look cute to boot. So why not? Why not get myself out there using something that's a little eye catching and easy to remember?
After reflecting on the past year I do have some things that I'm going to keep more in mind as I go about this next year. Not resolutions, persay. Not habits. More like words and ideas to live by. Things I've learned in the past year that I want to apply to my life in the upcoming one.
1) Be thankful.
2) You are never alone.
3) Hard work ALWAYS pays off.
4) Everyone has a distinctly different point of view.
4) Your attitude has a direct correlation with your happiness.
5) You create your life. You decide WHAT gets to affect you and WHO gets to affect you and HOW it's going to affect you. Period. Don't blame other people. Hold yourself accountable.
Also after reflecting, I realized that the single most simultaneously true and awful thing I've heard about myself this is year is: "You've got the talent, but you obviously lack the discipline." This was said by my 2D Design prof during my evaluation this past October. It's really stuck with me. Although apparently it didn't stick enough, or in a way to make any sort of impact on my work ethic, because said work ethic continued to diminish as I reached the end of term.
Due to all of this, I seriously need to remember the fact that just because I have grasped the knowledge I'm supposed to, does not mean that my professors know I have grasped that knowledge. In order to get the marks, I have to prove to them that I know what I'm talking about. This, unfortunately, only comes through actually doing the damn work. A connection, which since grade school, has eluded me. I don't know if that makes me stupid or if my brain just functions differently. Now I'm getting it though, so don't be hatin'.
That's probably the most negative thing that I will turn into a positive this coming year.
Now for the good things:
I have realized that from the beginning 2011 was nothing I could have possibly expected it was going to be. It brought a lot of new people, experiences and responsibilities. In 2011 I spent a lot of time figuring myself out, probably due to the fact that it's the longest I've been single since first year. I'm continuing to find and shape passions that are dear to my heart.
Pertaining to that, I guess you could say I do have some goals for the year.
I would like to spend more time exploring my field of photography. I seem to have lost the passion I once had for it. I got really discouraged. Right now I just know that I need to work harder at it to find the results I want.
I want to spend as much time as possible in both the theatre and film communities of Fredericton. I just started to dip into it this past summer and I'd love to explore it more. This fall I've been hindered by school. I feel that this will have to continue to take a back seat to school until late April because of the goals I have set for myself there. Now film... film was never something I saw myself being passionate about. I think it may come from the fact that it combines things I love about both photography and theatre.
And by golly, you know what? I think it's the people. Gosh, I think I must just like the people involved in such things. Creative minds, you know? We just get each other. Epiphany.
That's it, that's all. I'll be back at some point.
-K
I'm not going to make any silly resolution that I'll post more frequently, because I probably wouldn't follow through.
What might my resolutions be, you ask? I have one, and it's just for kicks. I'm going to become notorious as the girl with the red bow.
There's this great little red bow that I wore for the burlesque show in the summer. Recently I've started wearing it when I go to shows, gigs and even just karaoke. It makes it easy for people to find me, and I look cute to boot. So why not? Why not get myself out there using something that's a little eye catching and easy to remember?
After reflecting on the past year I do have some things that I'm going to keep more in mind as I go about this next year. Not resolutions, persay. Not habits. More like words and ideas to live by. Things I've learned in the past year that I want to apply to my life in the upcoming one.
1) Be thankful.
2) You are never alone.
3) Hard work ALWAYS pays off.
4) Everyone has a distinctly different point of view.
4) Your attitude has a direct correlation with your happiness.
5) You create your life. You decide WHAT gets to affect you and WHO gets to affect you and HOW it's going to affect you. Period. Don't blame other people. Hold yourself accountable.
Also after reflecting, I realized that the single most simultaneously true and awful thing I've heard about myself this is year is: "You've got the talent, but you obviously lack the discipline." This was said by my 2D Design prof during my evaluation this past October. It's really stuck with me. Although apparently it didn't stick enough, or in a way to make any sort of impact on my work ethic, because said work ethic continued to diminish as I reached the end of term.
Due to all of this, I seriously need to remember the fact that just because I have grasped the knowledge I'm supposed to, does not mean that my professors know I have grasped that knowledge. In order to get the marks, I have to prove to them that I know what I'm talking about. This, unfortunately, only comes through actually doing the damn work. A connection, which since grade school, has eluded me. I don't know if that makes me stupid or if my brain just functions differently. Now I'm getting it though, so don't be hatin'.
That's probably the most negative thing that I will turn into a positive this coming year.
Now for the good things:
I have realized that from the beginning 2011 was nothing I could have possibly expected it was going to be. It brought a lot of new people, experiences and responsibilities. In 2011 I spent a lot of time figuring myself out, probably due to the fact that it's the longest I've been single since first year. I'm continuing to find and shape passions that are dear to my heart.
Pertaining to that, I guess you could say I do have some goals for the year.
I would like to spend more time exploring my field of photography. I seem to have lost the passion I once had for it. I got really discouraged. Right now I just know that I need to work harder at it to find the results I want.
I want to spend as much time as possible in both the theatre and film communities of Fredericton. I just started to dip into it this past summer and I'd love to explore it more. This fall I've been hindered by school. I feel that this will have to continue to take a back seat to school until late April because of the goals I have set for myself there. Now film... film was never something I saw myself being passionate about. I think it may come from the fact that it combines things I love about both photography and theatre.
And by golly, you know what? I think it's the people. Gosh, I think I must just like the people involved in such things. Creative minds, you know? We just get each other. Epiphany.
That's it, that's all. I'll be back at some point.
-K
Monday, 5 September 2011
don't stop me now ['cause i'm havin' a good time]
Hey y'all.
I know it's been about a week, but I've been busy with moving and starting school and all that business. Just yesterday I painted the walls in my new room a lovely sunny shade of yellow that will hopefully improve my quality of life throughout the dark winter months :) Though my room is still in upheaval I'm actually cozying in quite well. School is AMAZING so far, I was meant for art school.
Been listening to Two Hours Traffic all day and remembering just how much I love them. Also, it's the anniversary of Freddie Mercury's death and so I've had Don't Stop Me Now stuck in my head all day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgzGwKwLmgM&ob=av2e
Let me just say that LIFE IS GOOD.
Oh yes, and last week I went to bible study. Was a bit wary of it at first but I'm really coming to realize my beliefs are always going to play a huge role in my life no matter what. There are some things that really do still bug me about the organization of the Christian religion, but I know I believe in a God who didn't put these limitations on it. All of humanity is inherently flawed and forgiveness is always better than bitterness about the situation. Not to mention that being forgiving instead of bitter is a much more positive attitude, and attitudes are what your happiness depends on. So much to say I've decided (once again) that I'd rather try and be part of the solution than part of the problem.
Turns out bible study hasn't been the only good thing to come of the burlesque show either. All of the sudden I seem to have a new group of extremely supportive and loving friends! While they do all have their issues and dramas (who doesn't?), I love them dearly. Even if I barely know them yet. I always love the possibility of new & wonderful people in my life!
So today I'm thankful for said group of friends, especially D because it's his birthday :)
-K
I know it's been about a week, but I've been busy with moving and starting school and all that business. Just yesterday I painted the walls in my new room a lovely sunny shade of yellow that will hopefully improve my quality of life throughout the dark winter months :) Though my room is still in upheaval I'm actually cozying in quite well. School is AMAZING so far, I was meant for art school.
Been listening to Two Hours Traffic all day and remembering just how much I love them. Also, it's the anniversary of Freddie Mercury's death and so I've had Don't Stop Me Now stuck in my head all day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgzGwKwLmgM&ob=av2e
Let me just say that LIFE IS GOOD.
Oh yes, and last week I went to bible study. Was a bit wary of it at first but I'm really coming to realize my beliefs are always going to play a huge role in my life no matter what. There are some things that really do still bug me about the organization of the Christian religion, but I know I believe in a God who didn't put these limitations on it. All of humanity is inherently flawed and forgiveness is always better than bitterness about the situation. Not to mention that being forgiving instead of bitter is a much more positive attitude, and attitudes are what your happiness depends on. So much to say I've decided (once again) that I'd rather try and be part of the solution than part of the problem.
Turns out bible study hasn't been the only good thing to come of the burlesque show either. All of the sudden I seem to have a new group of extremely supportive and loving friends! While they do all have their issues and dramas (who doesn't?), I love them dearly. Even if I barely know them yet. I always love the possibility of new & wonderful people in my life!
So today I'm thankful for said group of friends, especially D because it's his birthday :)
-K
Monday, 29 August 2011
21 and invincible
I actually uttered those ridiculous words to someone the other night.
But sometimes you feel like it don't ya?
It's also a really good song by one of my favorite bands Something Corporate http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqIQM2aWxyI
Enough of that haha. The past few days have been a whirlwind of change. Found out a few days ago that I got into the school I wanted to, started classes today. I am super excited for it but I also have NO IDEA what's going on. To add on to that, the power was out and the school was closed this morning and then the scheduling server had crashed. I've been put in a mish mash of classes for now, but hopefully everything will be sorted soon!
This weekend wrapped up one of my most fun show experiences to date. After being behind the scenes all summer for productions it was nice to actually be on stage again. Burlesque shows are just so much fun too! Seriously great people. I think though, that one of the best things to come out of that whole experience is that I finally found a bible study to go to. Now, I've been shying away from the whole church thing for a bit, and I'm no where near ready to go back to one right now, but I've been thinking I do need to get together with a group of likeminded people. I just didn't know anyone in this town who was involved in one. First night tonight and I'm actually pretty excited (which is something I haven't been able to say about church related things for quite some time now).
Today I'm thankful for new friends, lazy Sunday afternoons (that turn into evenings) and sensible people. Wonderfully enough all of those things seemed to be present in my life this past weekend :)
Know what I'm not excited for this week? Packing and cleaning to move. Whoop. Apparently I need to get off my lazy bum!
Also, still haven't finished that freaking depressing book. I've learned that if I take it in smaller chunks it doesn't affect me nearly as bad though, so that's good (but it's still just awful).
-K
Friday, 26 August 2011
summer winding down
Howdy friends!
Been going through a bit of a slump in the past few days. Still loving my life and excited to start school and etc. but it's like I'm half going through life in a stupor. Maybe I'm just exhausted and I need a bit of a break before my life gets hectic again.
And then there's the loneliness, but I guess that just happens sometimes, right? I have to keep reminding myself that. I'm also very thankful that I'm very not alone in this world. I have wonderful friends :)
Then again it may be this book I'm reading. One Day by David Nicholls. It's supposed to be a romance and I've heard all sorts of good things about the movie that just came out based on it. Oh my goodness is it ever depressing! If it doesn't have a happy ending I may end up an alcoholic like both of the characters! Interesting how what you put into your mind affects it, huh? Food for thought there.
I guess the past few days I've just been thinking a lot. Trying to weigh happiness vs. hurt. I've come to the conclusion that hurt is DEFINITELY worth happiness. It's not even that. It's the risk of putting yourself out there that's worth it. Sometimes you'll get rejected, yes. But, the more you risk it, the more chance you have at happiness. I went out to lunch with my good friend J the other day and we were talking about this very subject. For her, like me, this phenomenon is something she's only recently discovered. She shared with me some very wise words a friend shared with her earlier this year:
"GET HURT"
Two words. They can change your life if you let them.
The other conclusion I've come to about hurt this week is that it happens. IT HAPPENS. It's part of life. Because of this I'm currently having a hard time understanding why people let hurt make them bitter. If you don't let it make you bitter, you'll probably end up turning out better than before anyway.
Eww, that sounds cheesy. But I'm beginning to see it's wonderfully true :)
Anyway, really wonderful summer coming to a close, big year ahead (I'm sure). A week and a half before classes go into session again and people are in the moving spirit! Welcoming back old friends with open arms and saying goodbye (at least for now) to new ones. Which reminds me, I've got to get packing. Need some boxes first though!
Gonna share a little gem tonight that I've forgotten about in the past few months, www.8tracks.com
Go. Listen to whatever makes you happy. Enjoy!
-K
Been going through a bit of a slump in the past few days. Still loving my life and excited to start school and etc. but it's like I'm half going through life in a stupor. Maybe I'm just exhausted and I need a bit of a break before my life gets hectic again.
And then there's the loneliness, but I guess that just happens sometimes, right? I have to keep reminding myself that. I'm also very thankful that I'm very not alone in this world. I have wonderful friends :)
Then again it may be this book I'm reading. One Day by David Nicholls. It's supposed to be a romance and I've heard all sorts of good things about the movie that just came out based on it. Oh my goodness is it ever depressing! If it doesn't have a happy ending I may end up an alcoholic like both of the characters! Interesting how what you put into your mind affects it, huh? Food for thought there.
I guess the past few days I've just been thinking a lot. Trying to weigh happiness vs. hurt. I've come to the conclusion that hurt is DEFINITELY worth happiness. It's not even that. It's the risk of putting yourself out there that's worth it. Sometimes you'll get rejected, yes. But, the more you risk it, the more chance you have at happiness. I went out to lunch with my good friend J the other day and we were talking about this very subject. For her, like me, this phenomenon is something she's only recently discovered. She shared with me some very wise words a friend shared with her earlier this year:
"GET HURT"
Two words. They can change your life if you let them.
The other conclusion I've come to about hurt this week is that it happens. IT HAPPENS. It's part of life. Because of this I'm currently having a hard time understanding why people let hurt make them bitter. If you don't let it make you bitter, you'll probably end up turning out better than before anyway.
Eww, that sounds cheesy. But I'm beginning to see it's wonderfully true :)
Anyway, really wonderful summer coming to a close, big year ahead (I'm sure). A week and a half before classes go into session again and people are in the moving spirit! Welcoming back old friends with open arms and saying goodbye (at least for now) to new ones. Which reminds me, I've got to get packing. Need some boxes first though!
Gonna share a little gem tonight that I've forgotten about in the past few months, www.8tracks.com
Go. Listen to whatever makes you happy. Enjoy!
-K
Monday, 22 August 2011
#mylifeisgoingtogetcomplicated
Ah yes, the winds of change certainly do continue to sweep through my life.
A few short weeks ago I wasn't sure I would continue to call this place home and as close as yesterday I still wasn't exactly sure what I was doing this year. Turns out I'm going to be going back to university. Picked my courses this morning and now everything is concrete. This leaves me with one question.
Why?
Last year I discovered university wasn't for me. So why am I going back? Well a plethora of reasons really.
1) I can't afford to take a year off and then go back,
2) program I wanted to get into in another province was full,
3) program at craft college was full.
And those three things are what have led to this happenstance.
Is this a waste of time and money? Not really.
As much as I feel like I just want to be done with school and get started with life, I'm comfortable waiting this year. I think it's because I finally have direction as to what I want to do. Taking this year, doing 4 courses a semester (keeping it light), is a good idea. I'm glad I didn't have to move back home because there are a lot of good opportunities for experience in my future field here. Experience is something that I do need more of in theatre production. So I don't think of it so much as waiting as investing in my future.
Hmmmm, maybe that'll convince my parents.
Oh yes, today I am thankful for late night walks and flirting. Just for the simple reason that it's a fun way to get to know someone and it's refreshing (especially in a warm wind). Also, could lead to more hashtags similar to the one in the title. Will I be thankful for that? Who knows.
Finally, got Twitter today. Why? Just for kicks.
-K
A few short weeks ago I wasn't sure I would continue to call this place home and as close as yesterday I still wasn't exactly sure what I was doing this year. Turns out I'm going to be going back to university. Picked my courses this morning and now everything is concrete. This leaves me with one question.
Why?
Last year I discovered university wasn't for me. So why am I going back? Well a plethora of reasons really.
1) I can't afford to take a year off and then go back,
2) program I wanted to get into in another province was full,
3) program at craft college was full.
And those three things are what have led to this happenstance.
Is this a waste of time and money? Not really.
As much as I feel like I just want to be done with school and get started with life, I'm comfortable waiting this year. I think it's because I finally have direction as to what I want to do. Taking this year, doing 4 courses a semester (keeping it light), is a good idea. I'm glad I didn't have to move back home because there are a lot of good opportunities for experience in my future field here. Experience is something that I do need more of in theatre production. So I don't think of it so much as waiting as investing in my future.
Hmmmm, maybe that'll convince my parents.
Oh yes, today I am thankful for late night walks and flirting. Just for the simple reason that it's a fun way to get to know someone and it's refreshing (especially in a warm wind). Also, could lead to more hashtags similar to the one in the title. Will I be thankful for that? Who knows.
Finally, got Twitter today. Why? Just for kicks.
-K
Sunday, 21 August 2011
In memory of Dan Murphy
Life is short.
Today, I'm grateful for life. Every last second of it that I get I'm going to be grateful for.
Okay, so I know I said in the last post is that one of the things I've discovered is that I have time. But what if I don't? Maybe what I meant to say was that the mistakes, the change, all of it... all of it is part of the precious time we have. That the mistakes, the bad stuff... it isn't a waste of time, it's just an essential part of life.
For the past two years I`ve lived in residence. One of the guys who lived there last year passed away today. Now I`m not going to say we were great friends or anything, but I cared a lot about every single person living in that house, and this boy was basically adopted to the floor I lived on. It`s like a family, living in residence. And getting this news today... it just broke my heart for everybody who ever knew that priceless kid.
So here`s to Dan, your memory will forever rest at the heart of Neill.
-K
Today, I'm grateful for life. Every last second of it that I get I'm going to be grateful for.
Okay, so I know I said in the last post is that one of the things I've discovered is that I have time. But what if I don't? Maybe what I meant to say was that the mistakes, the change, all of it... all of it is part of the precious time we have. That the mistakes, the bad stuff... it isn't a waste of time, it's just an essential part of life.
For the past two years I`ve lived in residence. One of the guys who lived there last year passed away today. Now I`m not going to say we were great friends or anything, but I cared a lot about every single person living in that house, and this boy was basically adopted to the floor I lived on. It`s like a family, living in residence. And getting this news today... it just broke my heart for everybody who ever knew that priceless kid.
So here`s to Dan, your memory will forever rest at the heart of Neill.
-K
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