Not this time.
Of course this is February, who knows what will happen when the 2009-2010 season gets going. He may change his mind yet again. But honestly it feels doubtful.
As for the 2010-2011 season...
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Brett Favre is Done
Never say never but this time Brett Favre looks like he's retiring for good. He seems content and sincere in his decision. When he first announced his retirement while playing for the Green Bay Packers in 2008, he was emotional and he seemed like he still had something left to give, that the decision wasn't his to make.
Not this time.
Of course this is February, who knows what will happen when the 2009-2010 season gets going. He may change his mind yet again. But honestly it feels doubtful.
As for the 2010-2011 season...
Not this time.
Of course this is February, who knows what will happen when the 2009-2010 season gets going. He may change his mind yet again. But honestly it feels doubtful.
As for the 2010-2011 season...
Friday, February 13, 2009
Tales of the Black Freighter Trailer
The companion piece for The Watchmen movie, The Tales of the Black Freighter will be released on DVD and Blu-Ray on March 10, 2009.
This is just another excellent idea, in a long line of great marketing moves for the highly anticipated film. I know that Alan Moore really hates the idea of his graphic novels being adapted to film. But it's really hard to find fault with The Watchmen adaptation to film. The filmmakers seem intent to take great care that the movie is incredibly faithful to the original story. The fact that they even made "The Tales of the Black Freighter" as an animated feature, to work as a companion piece for the feature film speaks volumes for the entire project.
Of course one can argue it's just another way for the studio to make money.
We'll have to judge for ourselves.
This is just another excellent idea, in a long line of great marketing moves for the highly anticipated film. I know that Alan Moore really hates the idea of his graphic novels being adapted to film. But it's really hard to find fault with The Watchmen adaptation to film. The filmmakers seem intent to take great care that the movie is incredibly faithful to the original story. The fact that they even made "The Tales of the Black Freighter" as an animated feature, to work as a companion piece for the feature film speaks volumes for the entire project.
Of course one can argue it's just another way for the studio to make money.
We'll have to judge for ourselves.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Inglourious Basterds Trailer
The trailer for Quentin Tarantino's war epic Inglourious Basterds was released today and wow is it impressive.
The clip features trademark Tarantino touches, but with a menace and anger that is more palpable than anything he's done previously.
Hopefully the film can deliver the goods. Based on what people have told me, the script sounds outstanding and different than anything Quentin Tarantino has ever done.
The clip features trademark Tarantino touches, but with a menace and anger that is more palpable than anything he's done previously.
Hopefully the film can deliver the goods. Based on what people have told me, the script sounds outstanding and different than anything Quentin Tarantino has ever done.
Monday, February 09, 2009
A Rod Admits Steroid Use
Alex Rodriguez admitted today to taking steroids and I think he went a long way towards rehabilitating his image. I think it's good that he admitted to the mistake.
But it's going to be a long season for him. He's going to be unmercifully booed and criticized.
But that's what he gets paid the big bucks for right?
I'm sure he's going to struggle in some spots, flourish in others.
Hopefully he'll struggle just a little bit more when he plays against the Angels. Because he usually kills them, which as a die hard Angels fan really pisses me off.
But it's going to be a long season for him. He's going to be unmercifully booed and criticized.
But that's what he gets paid the big bucks for right?
I'm sure he's going to struggle in some spots, flourish in others.
Hopefully he'll struggle just a little bit more when he plays against the Angels. Because he usually kills them, which as a die hard Angels fan really pisses me off.
Saturday, February 07, 2009
Alex Rodriguez took Steroids
Sports Illustrated broke the news today that Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez took steroids during the 2003 season.
I'm not a fan of Alex Rodriguez, especially when he plays against the Angels.
But even though I think steroids has had a negative impact on the history of baseball, I'm not one of those fans who will go out of their way to condemn a player for trying to find a competitive edge.
Do I think it sucks? Yeah, it does.
Does it send the wrong message? Of course.
But the truth of the matter is, that steroids weren't illegal in baseball until recently and players shouldn't be punished now for taking performance enhancers back then.
I have heard the argument that nobody cared that Mark McGwire used steroids when he broke the single season home run record.
I agree. Because I was one of those fans. I was guilty of turning a blind eye.
Everybody knew he was using back then. It was the worst kept secret in sports. Let's be honest, a player doesn't get arms like Popeye by doing an all natural workout.
Nobody wanted to know. They just wanted to see him break a record that was decades old.
So now that it has been revealed that A-Rod used steroids, I'm not going to condemn the man for taking performance enhancers.
That would be hypocritical of me.
But I am going to condemn him for lying to everybody about it.
Way back in 2007, A-Rod was asked point blank by Katie Couric if he ever took steroids. Rodriguez responded with an emphatic "No".
He went on to claim that he never felt the need to take steroids because he never felt the competitive pressure to take them. Rodriguez stated, "I've never felt overmatched on the baseball field. I've always been in a very strong, dominant position. And I felt that if I did my work as I've done since I was, you know, a rookie back in Seattle, I didn't have a problem competing at any level."
Oh really?
The truth of the matter is, Rodriguez did feel the pressure to perform at an elite level. The fact that he tried to pass off his talents as completely God given, while dismissing other players skills as average in comparison is reprehensible.
Another great quote from that 2007 interview includes Rodriguez stating his disappointment in players that would be named in the Mitchell Report. Rodriguez states, "I mean, these are guys that I play with. They're my teammates. If anything comes of this, I will be extremely disappointed. And it will be a huge black eye on the game of baseball."
Keep in mind, this was 4 years after he, himself, tested positive for steroids.
The moral here is that people make mistakes, especially under extreme amounts of pressure. Don't lie and make things more complicated by putting yourself in a position of judgment or worse, claim to be cut from a higher moral cloth, especially when you are just as guilty.
I'm not a fan of Alex Rodriguez, especially when he plays against the Angels.
But even though I think steroids has had a negative impact on the history of baseball, I'm not one of those fans who will go out of their way to condemn a player for trying to find a competitive edge.
Do I think it sucks? Yeah, it does.
Does it send the wrong message? Of course.
But the truth of the matter is, that steroids weren't illegal in baseball until recently and players shouldn't be punished now for taking performance enhancers back then.
I have heard the argument that nobody cared that Mark McGwire used steroids when he broke the single season home run record.
I agree. Because I was one of those fans. I was guilty of turning a blind eye.
Everybody knew he was using back then. It was the worst kept secret in sports. Let's be honest, a player doesn't get arms like Popeye by doing an all natural workout.
Nobody wanted to know. They just wanted to see him break a record that was decades old.
So now that it has been revealed that A-Rod used steroids, I'm not going to condemn the man for taking performance enhancers.
That would be hypocritical of me.
But I am going to condemn him for lying to everybody about it.
Way back in 2007, A-Rod was asked point blank by Katie Couric if he ever took steroids. Rodriguez responded with an emphatic "No".
He went on to claim that he never felt the need to take steroids because he never felt the competitive pressure to take them. Rodriguez stated, "I've never felt overmatched on the baseball field. I've always been in a very strong, dominant position. And I felt that if I did my work as I've done since I was, you know, a rookie back in Seattle, I didn't have a problem competing at any level."
Oh really?
The truth of the matter is, Rodriguez did feel the pressure to perform at an elite level. The fact that he tried to pass off his talents as completely God given, while dismissing other players skills as average in comparison is reprehensible.
Another great quote from that 2007 interview includes Rodriguez stating his disappointment in players that would be named in the Mitchell Report. Rodriguez states, "I mean, these are guys that I play with. They're my teammates. If anything comes of this, I will be extremely disappointed. And it will be a huge black eye on the game of baseball."
Keep in mind, this was 4 years after he, himself, tested positive for steroids.
The moral here is that people make mistakes, especially under extreme amounts of pressure. Don't lie and make things more complicated by putting yourself in a position of judgment or worse, claim to be cut from a higher moral cloth, especially when you are just as guilty.
Observe and Report - Red Band Trailer
I'm not one of those people who is sick of Seth Rogen...at least not yet
Although, I agree the guy seems to be one of the most overexposed actors in the Hollywood publicity machine right now. I also acknowledge the fact that he does, seemingly, appear to be in every comedic film being made in the United States.
But his latest film, due out on April 10, 2009, titled Observe and Report
seems to be a change of pace for him.
First off, the character he portrays in this film seems to be mentally unstable in the film. But most importantly to Seth Rogen critics, he doesn't appear to be playing his usual affable good guy with a wicked sense of humor role in this film.
His character actually might just be a creepy dick or an actual asshole.
I think an explanation for this comedic stretch for Rogen is that it's directed by upcoming director Jody Hill, who directed the hilarious Foot Fist Way.
Jody Hill seems to have an uncanny flair for inappropriate humor. My favorite type.
Judging from this trailer, Observe and Report has no illusions of trying to be an audience friendly PG-13. In fact this film seems to be drifting more towards the NC-17 rating range.
Although, I agree the guy seems to be one of the most overexposed actors in the Hollywood publicity machine right now. I also acknowledge the fact that he does, seemingly, appear to be in every comedic film being made in the United States.
But his latest film, due out on April 10, 2009, titled Observe and Report
seems to be a change of pace for him.
First off, the character he portrays in this film seems to be mentally unstable in the film. But most importantly to Seth Rogen critics, he doesn't appear to be playing his usual affable good guy with a wicked sense of humor role in this film.
His character actually might just be a creepy dick or an actual asshole.
I think an explanation for this comedic stretch for Rogen is that it's directed by upcoming director Jody Hill, who directed the hilarious Foot Fist Way.
Jody Hill seems to have an uncanny flair for inappropriate humor. My favorite type.
Judging from this trailer, Observe and Report has no illusions of trying to be an audience friendly PG-13. In fact this film seems to be drifting more towards the NC-17 rating range.
Thursday, February 05, 2009
The Keene Act and You
Here's some more clever marketing for The Watchmen movie.
This clip features a "vintage" public service announcement that condemns masked vigilante activity.
This clip features a "vintage" public service announcement that condemns masked vigilante activity.
Land of the Lost- Trailer
I know I'm going a little overboard with my Land of The Lost coverage on the site.
But the more I see...the more I dig.
But the more I see...the more I dig.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Chaka in Land of the Lost (2009)
Ain't It Cool News has released the first image of the character of Chaka in the new Will Ferrell film Land of the Lost.
I think the movie could be an enjoyable mix of nostalgia, trademark Will Ferrell humor with great action and impressive special effects.
For whatever reason, this image of Chaka makes me giddy with anticipation. The idea of actually remaking this silly show from my youth busts me up to no end.
Also in case you haven't seen it yet, here's the teaser poster for the film.
Yes, that is indeed Danny McBride in the film as Will. Anna Friel plays Holly.
Classic.
*Update:
Here's the new super bowl spot for the film as well.
I think the movie could be an enjoyable mix of nostalgia, trademark Will Ferrell humor with great action and impressive special effects.
For whatever reason, this image of Chaka makes me giddy with anticipation. The idea of actually remaking this silly show from my youth busts me up to no end.
Also in case you haven't seen it yet, here's the teaser poster for the film.
Yes, that is indeed Danny McBride in the film as Will. Anna Friel plays Holly.
Classic.
*Update:
Here's the new super bowl spot for the film as well.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Shaq Loves Kobe and Phil
In an interview with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, Shaquille O'Neal revealed that he loves Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson and holds no hard feelings against them.
He says he only thinks of good times when remembering their time together.
Shaq even went so far as to say Kobe Bryant is the MVP of the league and Phil Jackson is the greatest coach ever.
As for the well publicized past problems with Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson, Shaq states, "It was all marketing."
He also boldly claims that the Kobe and Shaq duo is "still the greatest little-man, big-man 1-2 punch ever created in the history of the game."
Shaq then reminds everyone that the Lakers won 3 out of 4 NBA championships and probably would've won 6 or 7 by now if they had stayed together.
Shaq was my favorite player when he was with the Lakers. Still one of my all-time favorites to ever play. Such a shame that things turned out the way they did.
He should have retired a Laker.
Let's hope that all the ill will and drama in the past can be put to rest for good now and Laker Nation can be reunited in peace.
He says he only thinks of good times when remembering their time together.
Shaq even went so far as to say Kobe Bryant is the MVP of the league and Phil Jackson is the greatest coach ever.
As for the well publicized past problems with Kobe Bryant and Phil Jackson, Shaq states, "It was all marketing."
He also boldly claims that the Kobe and Shaq duo is "still the greatest little-man, big-man 1-2 punch ever created in the history of the game."
Shaq then reminds everyone that the Lakers won 3 out of 4 NBA championships and probably would've won 6 or 7 by now if they had stayed together.
Shaq was my favorite player when he was with the Lakers. Still one of my all-time favorites to ever play. Such a shame that things turned out the way they did.
He should have retired a Laker.
Let's hope that all the ill will and drama in the past can be put to rest for good now and Laker Nation can be reunited in peace.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Antonio Margarito Suspended
Before getting his butt whipped by Shane Mosley at the Staples Center on Saturday January 24th, news was revealed that the hand wrap for Antonio Margarito was found to have a plaster type substance on it.
Plaster.
You know...like concrete.
Margarito was, of course, forced to rewrap his hands before his fight against Mosley.
As a result of the discovery Antonio Margarito and his trainer have been temporarily suspended from boxing until further investigation.
I can honestly think of nothing more despicable than using a foreign substance on a hand wrap during a bout.
In boxing, an unspoken and obvious understanding exists that if a fighter is going to punch their opponent in the face and the body using all their force and might, a price will have to be paid to their own body as well.
After his bout with Oscar De La Hoya for example, Manny Pacquiao's hands were so sore and swollen that he was unable to sign autographs for fans. Instead, he took pictures with all of them. To demonstrate that he wasn't just lazy or ungrateful for the support of his fans after his fight.
The fact that Margarito possibly cheated before his bout with Mosley, draws into suspicion all the victories he's had in his past, notably his vicious knockouts of Kermit Cintron and Miguel Cotto.
In his fight against Cotto, a plaster doctored hand wrap would explain much.
Cotto was criticized for running from Margarito throughout that entire 11 round bout. Cotto a brawler by nature was in the unusual position of leaning on the ropes and running from Margarito who stalked him relentlessly.
After getting hit repeatedly, Cotto's only recourse was to look for sanctuary from Margarito's vicious heavy punches against the ropes.
Could it be that Cotto was running from a guy with concrete in his gloves?
When Mosley stood up to Margarito in their bout together and insisted on fighting in the center of the ring, Margarito honestly looked mediocre and outclassed.
He failed to hurt Mosley at all.
This was the same Sugar Shane Mosley who lost a brutal, close, action-filled bout to Miguel Cotto.
I'm not condemning or judging Margarito, that is, until the truth is revealed.
But given the circumstances, it would explain alot if Margarito indeed used illegal hand wraps in his fight against Cotto.
Who in their right mind would want to stand in the middle of the ring with a guy with concrete hands?
Plaster.
You know...like concrete.
Margarito was, of course, forced to rewrap his hands before his fight against Mosley.
As a result of the discovery Antonio Margarito and his trainer have been temporarily suspended from boxing until further investigation.
I can honestly think of nothing more despicable than using a foreign substance on a hand wrap during a bout.
In boxing, an unspoken and obvious understanding exists that if a fighter is going to punch their opponent in the face and the body using all their force and might, a price will have to be paid to their own body as well.
After his bout with Oscar De La Hoya for example, Manny Pacquiao's hands were so sore and swollen that he was unable to sign autographs for fans. Instead, he took pictures with all of them. To demonstrate that he wasn't just lazy or ungrateful for the support of his fans after his fight.
The fact that Margarito possibly cheated before his bout with Mosley, draws into suspicion all the victories he's had in his past, notably his vicious knockouts of Kermit Cintron and Miguel Cotto.
In his fight against Cotto, a plaster doctored hand wrap would explain much.
Cotto was criticized for running from Margarito throughout that entire 11 round bout. Cotto a brawler by nature was in the unusual position of leaning on the ropes and running from Margarito who stalked him relentlessly.
After getting hit repeatedly, Cotto's only recourse was to look for sanctuary from Margarito's vicious heavy punches against the ropes.
Could it be that Cotto was running from a guy with concrete in his gloves?
When Mosley stood up to Margarito in their bout together and insisted on fighting in the center of the ring, Margarito honestly looked mediocre and outclassed.
He failed to hurt Mosley at all.
This was the same Sugar Shane Mosley who lost a brutal, close, action-filled bout to Miguel Cotto.
I'm not condemning or judging Margarito, that is, until the truth is revealed.
But given the circumstances, it would explain alot if Margarito indeed used illegal hand wraps in his fight against Cotto.
Who in their right mind would want to stand in the middle of the ring with a guy with concrete hands?
Friday, January 23, 2009
NBS Nightly News with Ted Philips
Here's a blast from the past with a retro clip from NBS Nightly News.
Not familiar with NBS Nightly News?
Perhaps viewers will recall the historic day when the world was introduced to real life superhero Dr. Manhattan.
Still doesn't ring a bell?
Oops...I neglected to state that this only makes sense if we lived in the Watchmen Universe.
Not familiar with NBS Nightly News?
Perhaps viewers will recall the historic day when the world was introduced to real life superhero Dr. Manhattan.
Still doesn't ring a bell?
Oops...I neglected to state that this only makes sense if we lived in the Watchmen Universe.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Barack Obama's Inauguration Oath and Speech
In case you've missed it, here's Barack Obama's Presidential Oath and speech on this historic and hope filled day.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Goodbye Ricardo Montalban
Very sad news today.
Mexican actor Ricardo Montalban has passed away.
As I think back on his works, I can't help but feel nostalgic and grateful for his impressive career.
As a kid, I remember his elegant portrayal of Mr. Roarke on my favorite television show Fantasy Island. Back then I had no concept of good or bad acting, I just knew that the guy was great. One week he was likable, other weeks he was scary, mysterious and at times even hilarious.
Man, Mr. Roarke with his white suit...
Later when I was older, I delighted in seeing him seek revenge and become the ultimate nemesis to Captain Kirk in Star Trek: Wrath of Khan.
When I was in high school and too cool for my own good, I remember laughing my ass off watching him play it straight in the ridiculously funny Naked Gun.
In college, I set out to watch every movie starring Marlon Brando and I stumbled onto the film Sayonara, which featured Montalban as, of all people, a Japanese character named Nakamura.
Then recently, I've marveled at how Montalban has come full circle in my life, by entertaining my children in the Spy Kids films.
Thank you very much for the memories Mr. Montalban, you will not be forgotten.
Ricardo Montalban
November 25, 1920 - January 14, 2009.
Mexican actor Ricardo Montalban has passed away.
As I think back on his works, I can't help but feel nostalgic and grateful for his impressive career.
As a kid, I remember his elegant portrayal of Mr. Roarke on my favorite television show Fantasy Island. Back then I had no concept of good or bad acting, I just knew that the guy was great. One week he was likable, other weeks he was scary, mysterious and at times even hilarious.
Man, Mr. Roarke with his white suit...
Later when I was older, I delighted in seeing him seek revenge and become the ultimate nemesis to Captain Kirk in Star Trek: Wrath of Khan.
When I was in high school and too cool for my own good, I remember laughing my ass off watching him play it straight in the ridiculously funny Naked Gun.
In college, I set out to watch every movie starring Marlon Brando and I stumbled onto the film Sayonara, which featured Montalban as, of all people, a Japanese character named Nakamura.
Then recently, I've marveled at how Montalban has come full circle in my life, by entertaining my children in the Spy Kids films.
Thank you very much for the memories Mr. Montalban, you will not be forgotten.
Ricardo Montalban
November 25, 1920 - January 14, 2009.
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