The hosts sit down with Amy Adams, Danny Boyle, Penelope Cruz, Frank Langella and Melissa Leo for an intimate round table discussion. (AMC's Storymakers)
The hosts discusses with guests Cameron Diaz, Nick Cassavetes, Judd Apatow, and Tom Cruise. (AMC's Storymakers)
Having done some research on the division of genres in filmmaking... I agree that the female audience is a sector that have been neglected by the industry. It is great to see that there are directors out there, male and female, who would stand up against being catagorized in the "chick flicks" genre. Some people may not mean it in a derogatory way but that is how I feel about the term. Either we need a new term for films targeted towards women or give the definition of "chick flicks" a positive meaning.
Danny Boyle on Inspiration (AMC's Storymakers) and his realization that he has not directed any films about a women.
Yesterday I went to check out "Tokyo!" It has a similar air to the "'City name',I Love You" series. The showing consists of three shorts directed by three difference directors: Michel Gondry, Leos Carax and Bong Joon-Ho.
The stories are based in Tokyo but their theme ranges beyond love. As in the synopsis from the movie's website Tokyo! "addresses the timeless question of whether we shape cities, or if cities shape us - in the process revealing the rich humanity at the heart of modern urban life."
Out of the three I liked "Shaking Tokyo" the most. The rhythm flowed perfectly, setting up the story and its mood. The care put into each shot is obvious. Loved the idea of buttons (for clothes) as buttons (switch) tattoos. Not to mention I was happy to see Yû Aoiin the short. You should also check her out in another one of my favorite films: Hana and Alice.
Thought: Isn't it weird how we compare things, especially when they're laid out next to each other...
I was having a conversation with a friend the other day and "Paris, I Love You" came up in conversation. She mentioned that "New York, I Love You" is being made. When I heard this I was so excited. I'd love to work at least one of the productions but she said they've already been made. Online I was able to find this trailer:
I'm not sure when it will be released in theaters but I am definitely going to check it out. Meanwhile I am going to take a friend's suggestion, to work on my own "New York, I Love You" short! If that goes well, then I will work on other cities too: HongKong, Toronto, Brisbane, and even Prague (if I get into the film program).
I'm blown away by the beauty of these paper sculptures. Noriko Ambe's pieces take experience and patience. I get lost looking into the depth through the many layers. Love the natural qualities and how the light seeps through. There are so many possibilities this technique can be applied to, from motion pieces to product design.
A cockfight is a blood sport between two roosters, held in a ring called a cockpit. Cockfighting is now illegal throughout the United States and in most of Europe.
The combatants, known as gamecocks are specially bred birds, conditioned for increased stamina and strength. The comb and wattle are cut off in order to meet show standards of the American Gamefowl Society and the Old English Game Club and to prevent freezing in colder climates. Cocks possess congenital aggression toward all males of the same species. Cocks are given the best of care until near the age of two years old. They are conditioned, much like professional athletes prior to events or shows. Wagers are often made on the outcome of the match. While not all fights are to the death, the cocks do endure physical trauma that may result in death. Cockfighting was at one time considered to be an accepted, traditional sporting event in the United States. In many other areas around the world, cockfighting is still practiced as a mainstream event; in some countries it is government controlled.
Cockfighting is considered a heinous blood sport by animal welfare activists and others, due in some part to the physical trauma the cocks inflict on each other. Advocates of the sport often list cultural and religious relevance as reasons for perpetuation of cockfighting as a sport; however, there has been little evidence that those involved in it (in the U.S.A.) participate in it for religious or cultural purposes. Cock Fighting is outlawed in the United States in America.
Designer Roel Wouters captured rage on paper and film for zZz's new album Running with the Beast.
More on the piece, including the posters and making of the video: click here.
