this is how I get whatever I want...
Friday, April 30, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Grey's Anatomy finally retired, or just her story?
OK, who am I to tell Hollywood how to write, right? But seriously, they have to feel this, right Nelson?
Grey's Anatomy was once the thing to talk about. It seemed to have the perfect TV recipe... scoring beautifully understated talent, a consistent voice over, total bloody drama, and a love scandal so sizzling with tension, it'd make an egg fry- without heat.
If it were just me feeling this way, I wouldn't be writing this. But NO - it's my mom, my mother-in-law, too - hardcore Grey fans here, people!
So what went wrong?
Here's my theory (it's not brain surgery) and I'm really surprised they haven't addressed this problem YET. It might be too late, though. I turned off the last episode where Mr. Flashback was narrating it in between war scenes before it was over. Sigh.
First of all, Derek and Meredith can't be in a perfectly happy relationship. They just can't. Sure, that's what we wanted FOREVER,
and we finally got it. So now what? You take out all the major (original) key players, after making them each sleep with far too many people on staff (I hate it when it gets so clouded I can't remember who slept with who in the closet!) and ba ba boom - complete cluster fuck.
No one really cares about these new guys, do they? What do we know about their pasts? Nothing. They were interns that weren't very well integrated into past shows prior to this season... or at least not enough to remember them.
What if one of them had been someone they'd had some other kind of awkward relationship with OUTSIDE the hospital first?
That's how Meredith's half sister came in... and what an entrance! Plus, we care about her past and it's relevant to the overarching story that keeps us connected... hanging on... thirsting for more.
Of course there's an occasional way-to-long monologue telling us on the nose dialog about how good looking they are
and how that somehow adversely effected them in life. STUPID.
We know about Meredith, her whole mom's tie-in/backstory, the BIG affair, etc., but these other guys are just eye candy. And Mr. Flashback is NOT exactly that. So when he starts narrating a scene out of nowhere, I feel like I'm in a wacky sci-fi flick. And not a good one, so don't get excited, you Galactica fans. Take Desperate Housewives' approach here, and sick with your faithful VO gal. The one we know. We like. We trust. I felt like saying, " What, was Ellen off that day?" :)
And it's a shame that it's going downhill, because Ellen, above all the others (I think!) is the most talented. She brilliantly shined in Moonlight Mile. And with such vulnerability.
I don't mean for this to be disrespectful to writers, with obviously far greater experience than myself, but I'm really hurt... my favorite past time has died... and not even with a good ending. It's so disheartening.
Come back to me, Grey's.... or writers who wrote you originally... come back to US!!!!!
Grey's Anatomy was once the thing to talk about. It seemed to have the perfect TV recipe... scoring beautifully understated talent, a consistent voice over, total bloody drama, and a love scandal so sizzling with tension, it'd make an egg fry- without heat.
If it were just me feeling this way, I wouldn't be writing this. But NO - it's my mom, my mother-in-law, too - hardcore Grey fans here, people!
So what went wrong?
Here's my theory (it's not brain surgery) and I'm really surprised they haven't addressed this problem YET. It might be too late, though. I turned off the last episode where Mr. Flashback was narrating it in between war scenes before it was over. Sigh.
First of all, Derek and Meredith can't be in a perfectly happy relationship. They just can't. Sure, that's what we wanted FOREVER,
and we finally got it. So now what? You take out all the major (original) key players, after making them each sleep with far too many people on staff (I hate it when it gets so clouded I can't remember who slept with who in the closet!) and ba ba boom - complete cluster fuck.
No one really cares about these new guys, do they? What do we know about their pasts? Nothing. They were interns that weren't very well integrated into past shows prior to this season... or at least not enough to remember them.
What if one of them had been someone they'd had some other kind of awkward relationship with OUTSIDE the hospital first?
That's how Meredith's half sister came in... and what an entrance! Plus, we care about her past and it's relevant to the overarching story that keeps us connected... hanging on... thirsting for more.
Of course there's an occasional way-to-long monologue telling us on the nose dialog about how good looking they are
and how that somehow adversely effected them in life. STUPID.
We know about Meredith, her whole mom's tie-in/backstory, the BIG affair, etc., but these other guys are just eye candy. And Mr. Flashback is NOT exactly that. So when he starts narrating a scene out of nowhere, I feel like I'm in a wacky sci-fi flick. And not a good one, so don't get excited, you Galactica fans. Take Desperate Housewives' approach here, and sick with your faithful VO gal. The one we know. We like. We trust. I felt like saying, " What, was Ellen off that day?" :)
And it's a shame that it's going downhill, because Ellen, above all the others (I think!) is the most talented. She brilliantly shined in Moonlight Mile. And with such vulnerability.
I don't mean for this to be disrespectful to writers, with obviously far greater experience than myself, but I'm really hurt... my favorite past time has died... and not even with a good ending. It's so disheartening.
Come back to me, Grey's.... or writers who wrote you originally... come back to US!!!!!
realization - this little engine Can.
I have birthed a baby. Its name is Sunshine and sometimes it feels lost. Sometimes I have to deal with dirty diapers, but more often that not, parenting this child is a priceless experience that I wouldn't trade for anything. And when Sunshine graduates from college (or whatever), I'll be a little sad... but happy to know that the little engine could.
ps. child support would be nice, Ted.
ps. child support would be nice, Ted.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Want a marketable video with style (to help sell your business)?
Hey friends, please help spread the word... Beaux, Shad and myself have decided to branch out with our productions, and offer our services in this way. If you refer someone who uses us, we will give them a special 10% off discount! woo hoo! :)
Want a marketable video with style (to help sell your home or business)?
Have you been unsuccessful at selling your home? Would you like a stylized video of your location/home, focusing on all the special features, to aid you in selling it? Tired of all the boring still images and standard shots?
Austin's, Paranormal Productions' team is branching out - and can HELP YOU! We're making marketable (business) videos, with style!
We understand that when you're not there to point out the details, still imagery just doesn't do the trick. We also understand that people connect through emotion, and the best way to solicit a performance (in this case, your home!), is for it to be thoughtfully demonstrated, well articulated, and interesting. After all, we all have short attention spans!
Your agent won't always be able to be there, and why would you rely on the buyer's agent to know the fine details?
That's where we come in. Why not have an interactive, fun video guide, if YOUR agent can't be there? Why not have a stand-out video for your potential buyers to remember your home by?
We offer affordable prices, and a free consultation. Paranormal Productions' team members have a combined 20+ years of experience in marketing, photography, film, and video production.
One of our latest clients include, Computer Sciences Corporation. Check out this website for a full list of clients, and give us a call for a FREE consultation!
GET PARANORMAL
OR
Call 214.770.9839
Want a marketable video with style (to help sell your home or business)?
Have you been unsuccessful at selling your home? Would you like a stylized video of your location/home, focusing on all the special features, to aid you in selling it? Tired of all the boring still images and standard shots?
Austin's, Paranormal Productions' team is branching out - and can HELP YOU! We're making marketable (business) videos, with style!
We understand that when you're not there to point out the details, still imagery just doesn't do the trick. We also understand that people connect through emotion, and the best way to solicit a performance (in this case, your home!), is for it to be thoughtfully demonstrated, well articulated, and interesting. After all, we all have short attention spans!
Your agent won't always be able to be there, and why would you rely on the buyer's agent to know the fine details?
That's where we come in. Why not have an interactive, fun video guide, if YOUR agent can't be there? Why not have a stand-out video for your potential buyers to remember your home by?
We offer affordable prices, and a free consultation. Paranormal Productions' team members have a combined 20+ years of experience in marketing, photography, film, and video production.
One of our latest clients include, Computer Sciences Corporation. Check out this website for a full list of clients, and give us a call for a FREE consultation!
GET PARANORMAL
OR
Call 214.770.9839
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
i just want a little piece.
For any director with a little lucidity, masterpieces are films that come to you by accident. –Sidney Lumet
Saturday, April 17, 2010
The Lost Book of Mr. Hollywood
Where are the prizes for the quiet?
Seems so much is wasted away by the loud obnoxiousness of Mr. Chitter and Miss Chatter.
If you scream the loudest you are sure to be heard, but where's the care in your voice?
What's that? Oh, we never have a choice.
Satisfaction seems so fragile. Incapable. Honestly seems too elaborate. Incredible. Discreditable.
Where's the humor in this place? The sincerity in your doctored heart?
Seems you're always out to get the next person on your chart.
Your ideas are merely the ideas of whomever you prey.
The vultures must be proud.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Jentri & Heather (94.7) at Tan It All this Wednesday! Come on out for a chance to WIN!
Come on out & join me Wednesday, April 14th, at Tan It All in Austin (William Cannon location)
from 5-7pm. I'll be hangin' with the lovely, Heather Rivera, from MIX 94.7, as she hands out
prizes (your chance to win a 3-mo. TIA membership!) and I'll be talking about our Lost In Sunshine contest (coming soon!). WOO HOO!
Let the games begin!
Monday, April 12, 2010
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