cameron diaz - our pussys, our choice

Cameron Diaz is one of the earliest actresses I remember, not because she's old, but because I'm young, I suppose. The Mask was one of those first movies I watched over and over again. I was 4/5 when that movie came out, and I remember watching it through my childhood. It was one of the movies I didn't have to cover my innocent eyes for 3/4 of the movie. I think that's why I loved it so much. And the puppy was cute. But Cameron Diaz is a favorite of mine. She's smart, she's gorgeous. She's tall. She can act. And more importantly, she can pull off a comedic character, and that comes so rare in, not just women, but people. So Cameron Diaz is getting and award, and I thought it was a perfect time to just talk about her and show off some pictures of this great woman. CinemaCon is naming her Female Star of the Year.

I actually just saw "Charlie's Angels" for the first time. I know, gasp. But don't judge, it's not like you've ever read The Great Gatsby. Hey it happens. I loved it. I loved the whole James Bond-feel to it. And this coming from a lady who has watched almost (except the new-new ones) all of the James Bond movies (hey, it's part of being an American). I loved all the Angels. Cameron Diaz, Lucy Lu, and Drew Barrymore are all favorites of mine. And they're women who kick ass, in movies and in the real world. 

I think I had to check the IMDB page to make sure I was watching Cameron Diaz in "Being John Malkovich." It was strange, but she was aces. She's hotter Catherine Keener, but in this movie she's completely transformed. She's smart and funny, and horrendous looking (wink). "Being John Malkovich" is one of my favorites. Such a weird concept, and it was made all the better for having a cast that included Cameron Diaz.

Aw! I still remember watching "My Best Friend's Wedding" at the theatre. I was with my cousin and we had to sit among the first "sucky" rows of the theatre. I hate it, but once the film started I was in awe. It was beautiful, and I loved Cameron Diaz, even though I loved Julia Roberts more. I couldn't hate her because, well, who can blame a person whose in love? (don't dwell too deep on that question, it's not a secret) I'm just saying. 

For a while, "Gangs of New York" was a favorite of mine, until The Graduate. I know completely different. But I absolutely love this move. I love Daniel Day Lewis, Leonardo DiCaprio, Martin Scorsese and Cameron Diaz. Who would've known that she could pull an accent like that? Aw, I think I'm going to pull out this move and watch it right now. If only it wasn't 3 hours long.

If we were stuck in the Golden Era, Cameron Diaz would've long won an Oscar for being one of those actresses who can pull off comedy. Sadly, all the Academy seems to care about is dark and bordering on mental roles. Hopefully this blonde beauty gets hers because it's long overdue.

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Mama Fox gets Knocked Up?

If there is one person doing romantic comedies right, it's Judd Apatow. There's others, but Apatow is the man.

Quick side note: A friend of mine got to meet him/be in the same room as him/take orders from him, and I hate him for that.

So, the Man, as I like to call him, is giving "Knocked Up" a second go, and I couldn't be more thrilled. "Knocked Up" is my favorite Apatow movie, and possibly, possibly, on my top 10 list! I know, crazy! But it's because the film was just that good, and because it had an amazing, hilarious director.

The second best piece of news, and I think I'm an exception even among guys, is that Megan Fox is in negotiations to star. I love Megan Fox. She has yet to prove herself as an actress, but she's beautiful, and I appreciate beauty. I can see, though, how many might think this to be a disaster. She wasn't great in "Jennifer's Body," even with the hilarious script. Will Apatow make it happen? I hope so. I would hate to have a pictured ruined by an actress.

Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann are coming back as husband and wife. This is still very recent so there's no word on what role Fox will play. So far, I'm excited.

(source: The Hollywood Reporter)

drew barrymore rom-coms

That said, there's a new New Line Cinema romantic comedy in the works. Drew Barrymore who made her directorial debut with the completely fun Whip It! will be at the helm of this project. She was great in "Going the Distance" but I'm not too excited about a film that is going to be titled "How To Be Single." Also, what the title doesn't tell you is that it's based in New York, so the title should actually be "How To Be Single (coma) in New York." Ahem! Didn't Carrie Bradshaw teach us that already?

Here's the thing, Liz Tuccillo did actually work on the "Sex and the City" series on HBO, and also wrote the book He's Just Not That Into You. She's also the write of the How To Be Single book.

While I was driving to work (down the cruel 101 freeway) Ralph from the Kevin and Bean show said something really funny about the news. He's sick, right, and he said something like, I don't mind dying because I won't be missing anything with this movie. I agree. I love the Barrymore. She's amaze! But why must she direct a romantic comedy that we've seen 105 times? No, I don't want to explore the love lives and breakups of a group of New Yorkers over the course of ten years. Why? Because they'll probably all be super hot, super rich, mainly white (or ethnic white), and whiny. I want a film based on the life of Abbie Hoffman (Ben Stiller, here's looking at you. Get on it!)

(source: The Hollywood Reporter)

at the Arclight, you made my heart smile

When I woke up last Friday, all I could think was -- movies! I hadn't been to the theater in quite some time because I wasn't into what was being released, until 'Jane Eyre.' I dragged myself all the way to Hollywood because the film is only playing at the Arclight. Don't get me wrong. I love the Arclight. It's big. There's no lines. And you get to see the rich and famous from time to time. But the damn theater is still about 20 minutes away from my neighborhood (say NO to Hollywood housing). Well 'Jane Eyre' was all that and a bag of chips, and worth the $13.50 (plus lunch I spent at Yoshinoya). But that's not what this post is about. I don't want to review 'Jane Eyre.' Go see it, if it's playing near you. This is to brag about a new upcoming movie that got me so excited while I was sitting by myself at the theater. First see the trailer and then I can divulge on my excitement for the movie.






Isn't it wonderful? It's so, so wonderful (repetitive much)! The dog, Christopher Plummer, and ... Melanie Laurent. I wasn't expecting this preview so when I saw it, it totally made me ubber happy. Trailers set my mood for the film, and this trailer did it for me. So I'll give you a quick synopsis of what the film will be about...

A young man (Ewan McGregor) is rocked by two announcements from his elderly father: that he has terminal cancer, and that he has a young male lover.

I admit, the plot sounds a bit extreme. However, this is a talented cast who can make something as extreme as this work.

'Beginners' is opening at the 54th San Francisco International Film Festival on April 21st. The film was written and directed by Mike Mills. This is his second feature film. I never saw his first, but I have high-hopes for this one. 'Til June 3rd, 'til June 3rd.