Why, oh why, did Jessica Simpson cover "Take My Breath Away"? That is an iconic song! I kind of come from the school where I think it's offensive to cover a song by a one-hit wonder. I mean, it's not like Berlin really have anything else that people remember. Even Starship had "We Built This City " & "Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now". But Berlin have nothing else besides that song! What, Jessica? You didn't feel like screwing up "Total Eclipse of the Heart"? "Mickey" out of your range? Don't want to try your hand at "Bette Davis Eyes"? To me, this is the equivalent of Britney covering "My Heart Will Go On." It might be a crappy song, but it's still trespassing.

Posted by William @ 4/30/2004 01:09:55 AM
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Anybody here seen "Love Actually"? Seen it, bought it yesterday. The package does not lie: It truly is "The Ultimate Romantic Comedy". If you're in love, it'll make ya glad you are. If you're not in love, it'll make you wish you were. Oddly, I feel neither of these right now, but it's still one of my favorite movies of all time.

Speaking of recommendations, EVERYONE MUST OWN RUFUS WAINWRIGHT'S ALBUM "WANT ONE"! Kirsten Dunst said it best in this month's Blender when she said that it could be a musical. Thematically, it's all over the place, but it's like listening to Moulin Rouge, every minute of it enjoyable. No one out there is doing stuff like this, and you'll simply love the experience. If you know of anyone else out there doing stuff like this, let me know immediately!!!

Posted by William @ 4/30/2004 12:01:52 AM
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You know how James became a punk? He channels all his passion into being a bodyguard while Jenn runs. Yup, he's nothing but Kevin Costner to her Whitney. Man, where did it all go?

Posted by William @ 4/29/2004 11:58:51 PM
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Anybody wanna know what the most useless webspace on the internet is? www.jameslambjr.com! Yup, I said it. This site started out with so much promise. The man who wouldn't apologize. "No Pity. No Remorse". Now, it's just a graveyard. The thing hasn't been updated since March. You know what I think? I think Mr. Lamb is a hack, and I'm calling him out for it! In true Hip Hop fashion, I'm starting a rivalry. He ain't nothing but I punk, but I keeps it real. You want truth, you come to me. You want day old bread, you go to James. Get your act together, Lamb. At least have the decency to post an update. I'm sure you USED to have fans, but they're getting restless. Stop being a SUCKA!

Posted by William @ 4/29/2004 11:43:58 PM
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I felt this post was appropriate, seeing as how People's "50 Most Beautiful People" issue is about to drop.

You know how there's a thin line between pain and pleasure? I'm beginning to think it's the same with beauty and ugliness. For instance, we think gorgeous people are gorgesou because they differ so much from everyone else. At the same time, we think unattractive people are ugly....because they differ so much from everyone else. My point is that a lot of the people we find "attractive" should also be "unattractive", but it's simply a matter of perspective.

Nick Lachey, it's been said, really isn't a hot guy. If you look closely, he's got a big pug nose, thick lips, and he's almost kind of a meathead. But if you take the parts as a whole, something about them converge to make him this heartthrob. You could say it's his personality, but look closely next time; you'll see what I'm talking about.

At Cornell, there was a very attractive singer who, upon closer inspection, had certain physical aspects that should be "unattractive". Regardless, somehow these aspects converged, causing us all to think this person was gorgeous. I still stand by this assessment, but some days, my mind wanders....

Jennifer Garner is another example. In my mind, she is the world's most beautiful man. Yes, I said "man". There is NOTHING feminine about her, yet she's this sex symbol. Had she come out last decade, she'd have been some sort of freak. But now, she's this "graceful beauty". Have you seen her high school pictures?!! This girl had "ugly duckling" written all over her. And no, she did NOT have some kind of glamourous Hollywood makeover. Little has changed in her appearance, except she's more buff. And we call this "sexy"? She was hot in Daredevil, but that's 'cause she was a ninja, and General Law of Life #768 states that "All ninjas are cool, no questions asked".

I guess my question is what is it about these people, or our own assessments, that cause them to be seen as "sexy" and "beautiful".

Oh man, I'm starting to sound like James...

Posted by William @ 4/29/2004 11:27:26 PM
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Let's talk about John Stevens. Now, I have never been a big fan of his, and I definitely thought he was out of his league, but this whole thing has gone too far. I was so glad he was "put out of his misery" last night because I was beginning to fear for him. His grandparents were beginning to fear, too, when they read someone hoping he'd be "taken out" by an audience member. That's just plain inappropriate!

American Idol is a farce, plain and simple. We get our kicks from it, but there's no need to get so passionate. I'm beginning to equate it to professional sports; I never understodd how someone could get so wrapped up in a team/game, where the result could lead to violence.

I've got to hand it to Simon. He told John, "You are only 16 years old, yet you have taken these bullets thrown at you like a man." He was right on the money. Imagine what it must feel like, to have been voted to this position, and then have everyone turn their backs on you. Every week, fearing you're next to go, knowing people expect you to go, and then seeing your friend voted off. Imagine what it must've been like to have been his elderly grandparents, once so proud, now fearful for the life of their pride and joy.

Plus, most of us can't stand when the girl at the office is talking shit behind our backs. Imagine what a 16 YEAR OLD, who's already the most insecure creature in nature, must feel when he learns the whole nation basically think he's a hack. If that's the case, who's been voting for him all these weeks? Stand up and be accountable! If he had just up and commited suicide, I wonder who'd be to blame then? Wuld people even feel sorry, or would they just say, "Oh well"? "Cause it was certainly a possibility. He could have killed himself. Stranger things have happened. And it would've been Jillian Barberie's fault, and Jay Leno's fault, even Katie Couric's fault. This got to the point where newscasters, who aren't even supposed to takes sides, especially on trivial matters such as these, were against him. They can't even take sides on the war, but they can add to a pasty teenager's depression. Way to go, Katie! What, Al Roker too skinny for you to make fat jokes about anymore? You gotta turn to someone new?

John Stevens, you held your own like a man, and I have more respect for you than you can imagine. I couldn't even deal when I bombed Cornell Idol, and that was worthless. Hell, I think the winner was asked to leave Cornell, so I guess she lost the title. Regardless, you took those barbs and jabs much better than I could have. I want to know your secret, but mainly I'd just like to know you.

Plus, it's not like he's out of the picture and people need to realize that. First of all, by virtue of even making it to this stage of the competition, he's already a part of the live touring show once the contest ends. Plus, it's not like you have to win the thing to get a recording deal. Hell, RJ Helton just released a CD a few weeks ago. Yup, Gay RJ from season 1. It's not like it sold, but it's still out there for anyone who wants it. John, someone out there wants you. That's why Michael Buble and Josh Groban are stars. You have an audience, and they're just waiting to hear more from ya. Now, don't try singing anymore Nsync, especially when it's a putrid Gloria Estefan song, but I know you're talented. You just weren't in the right environment.

Posted by William @ 4/29/2004 10:59:27 PM
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Today's Episode: "Will That Be Credit or Debit?" Episode #04102226

Special Guest Stars: Kea Dupree, Alex Cowan
Cameo Appearance: Beth Don

So, today, I was a bad boy. Mommy's in NC with Mr. Earle for a funeral, so I'm Kevin McCallister for the moment. I didn't really want to be home, even though I have some MAJOR cleaning to do. I've been sleeping in the guest room since December 'cause my room is so junky!

Anyway, I didn't want to stay in, so I decided to go out...in the rain...shopping. I know I probably shouldn't have, but I really wanted to buy stuff. It'd make me feel better. Plus, I worked over 85 hrs during the past week and a half, so it's not like I couldn't afford it right now. I'll just be regretting it later.

So, ever since being introduced to Death Cab for Cutie, I've really been hooked. Since they're a fairly new group, the collector in me took over, and I've been trying to track down every album. Anyway, I've been a real music mood, so you can see where this is headed....

I'm just gonna list where I went and what I bought. That'll give the best picture of my adventures.

CD/DVD Exchange:
Elton John - Live in Australia
Elton John - Two Rooms
Starship - Knee Deep In The Hoopla
Baywatch - Hawaiian Wedding DVD

Tower Records & Videos:
Elton John - Greatest Hits 1970-2002
Elton John - Remixed
Death Cab for Cutie - You Can Play These Songs With Chords
Death Cab for Cutie - We Have The Facts and We're Voting Yes
Westlife - Turnaround
Rufus Wainwright - Want One
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Season 1 DVD

Gamestop:
Star Trek - Federation Gift Pak

Borders Books & Music:
Something Corporate - North
Blender, May 2004

EB:
The Punisher DVD

So yeah, spent a LOT of money. Kinda having the Buyer's Remorse....

I completed the Death Cab collection, but I'm also on this Elton kick. He is AWESOME! I completely blame Courtney for this 'cause she had his greatest hits playing ALL DAY yesterday! After awhile, that stuff is just gonna seep in.

So, I think I saw Ethan's mom when I was at Gamestop, but since I didn't really confirm whether or not it was her, we'll just give her a "cameo" credit.

While at White Flint, I ran into Ms. Kea, AKA The "Dolly" to my "Cornelius" (Newport kids'll get that reference). She's just as cute as ever. It was great seeing her, but I felt so inadeqaute seeing as how she's practically working 4 jobs right now! She's really on the ball. It's actually kind of motivating. It was good to catch up with her and find out the whereabouts of some other Newportians.

On the way home, I'm minding my own business, reading my Blender, on the Metro. Suddenly, this tall White guy in a cowboy hat and leather jacket stumbles into the car. I look at him, wondering, "Who the hell is this guy?" I look closer and realize it's Alex! I haven't seen him in years, but he's the same Alex I remember and love. He scanned the car, and he looked at me, but didn't recognize me. I decided to wait and see if he'd notice me. He sat down a few rows up, and just waited for his stop. He took off his hat, and there was a chunk of hair missing on the side. Don't folks! This wasn't the result of an accident. This was a statement. He always did have a way with fashion. So, he gets up for his stop, and I call out his name. He kinda hears it, notices me, and is shocked. He stumbles over to me and we talk, but he has to get off. I told him we'd hang out soon since I'd been hanging with his sister recently.

I swear, everyday, there's another person I never thought I'd run into. It's almost like I'm being set up. But it was still awesome to see them both. And great spending ALL THAT MONEY :-)

Posted by William @ 4/27/2004 01:21:35 AM
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"Company ink....."

Posted by William @ 4/26/2004 01:47:40 AM
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I've never seen so many lesbians and whipped boyfriends in my life! It seemed more like the "March For Women's Thighs"!

Posted by William @ 4/26/2004 01:44:49 AM
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There's a part of me that hates the idea of this post because I'm sure someone will steal my idea. Anyway, here goes:

I think Fox (and only Fox, 'cause they're the only network that would sink this low) should create a new dating show, which I've titled "Hearts & Minds". This show would revolve around a guy suffering from amnesia, who is sent out on a group date, a la "elimiDATE". Essentially, this amnesiac would simultaneously go out with 4 women. "Where's the catch," you ask? Well, these four women would actually be the guy's ex-girlfriends. Since he has amnesia, the draw of the show would be whether or not they are able to jog his memory.

For instance, say he had loved one of them more than the others. Would his feelings for her prevail despite his lack of memory regarding her? Suppose one of them had cheated on him. Would he, on some subconsious level, still feel a sense of pain just by looking at her, without even understanding why?

Your average layman knows nothing about the circumstances surrounding amnesia. If nothing else, Fox could promote it as some sort of educational fare, like they used to do with "When Animals Attack".

Of course, you couldn't have a new amnesiac every week, so I think it'd be more of a "Joe Millionaire" setup. You've gotta choose one guy and stick with him for a whole season. "Four" sounds like a good number of "serious" ex-girlfriends to have had by your mid-twenties/early thirties. Maybe five, for good measure. Then, you'd send them, along with Mr. Memory Loss off to some kind of beautiful island (It seems like Fox knows where all the best resorts are.."Temtaptaion Island", "Paradise Hotel", "Forever Eden"). Then, you'd let sparks fly along the beachside backdrop. This really isn't as hokey as it sounds. I almost guarantee you'll see an idea like this in the next year or so. Look at it this way: a year ago, if someone had proposed a gay makeover show to you, you probably would've scoffed at that too!

And no, "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" had nothing to do with this post. I came up with this idea months ago, during my "blog hiatus". Any similarities are coincidental. After all, "Great minds..."

Posted by William @ 4/25/2004 05:20:31 AM
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"Comic Law #433: The "Law of Continuous X's" - An X-Title can never truly be destroyed ... it is only reshaped into a new X-title. Thus, it shall appear that when one X-title is canceled, it is immediately replaced by another"

So true...

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 05:02:21 AM
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Man, Slope Day's coming up, isn't it? Doesn't really mean anything down here in MD. Well, who needs the slope? I'm sure I can get plenty soused with the H&M crew without having to deal with freshmen and some crappy jam-band. Wait a minute.....I now live around like 10 colleges. Oh God, I'm gonna be THAT guy.....

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 02:59:25 AM
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Let's talk social-networking websites. Let me say that I really hate thefacebook.com. I'm on it 'cause it's where most of the Cornell kids are, but I'm not the biggest fan of the interface. Plus, it's kind of elitest, considering the schools that are connected to it. Let me ask this, though: WTF is UVA doing there?!!! You've got all these Ivies, Duke, MIT, and then you've got UVA?!!! I've never bought into the whole Ivy Elite hype 'cause we were a 2nd tier Ivy. Cornell is not what people immediately think of. It's always Harvard, Princeton, Brown, and Yale.

Anyway, I'm not a huge fan of thefacebook's..."clientele". It seems to be a tool that's only useful for freshman looking for good party connections and the latest crush party info. It's like an e-Uris: a digital substitute for face time. It does nothing for alums or anyone who's no longer in Ithaca. It's predominantly '07 kids. Plus, I don't really like how it integrates to show if you're online and stuff. I guess some people like it. The gist of it is that I prolly never should've joined. It's all Tristan's fault! Anyway, I've sought out those who I feel I WANT to be connected with, and if I find any others, we'll link up. Otherwise, you can find me on Friendster.

I prefer Friendster 'cause it's not so isolationist. I can reconnect with that weird kid who ate glue in 1st grade and find out that he works for NASA now. There are loftier revelations involved with Friendster, while most of the people I'm connected to on facebook have heard from me in the last 6 months. No real suspense there. Plus, Friendster has greatly added to my "special guest star" drama of the previous post.

But here's my Friendster warning: Ladies, stop messaging me just because of my picture. I know this sounds cocky, and it's not supposed to, but I put it all out there in the profile: I'm a geek. Plain and simple. Some people might think I'm a cute geek, but I'm a geek, nonetheless. If you get a reply from me that you don't necessarily like, or it's not "cool" enough for you, remember: the writing was on the wall from the get-go. Now, if you happen to LIKE geeks...

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 01:03:07 AM
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Wow...CEO of McDonalds had a heart attack. That's like if Charlton Heston got shot to death. "Live by the sword..."

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 12:57:41 AM
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I'm totally convinced my life is a TV show. YES, I know this sounds somewhat paranoid, but the events that occur to me could only be scripted. My life takes the unexpected twists and turns that only some ratings-hungry network execs could think up. Now, don't get me wrong, a little excitement is good every now and then, but COME ON!

In the past three months, my life has been "enhanced" by the presence of many...let's call them "special guest stars". These are people I haven't been in contact with for years, and now they're coming out of the woodwork. Now, I'm enjoying all of these reunions, but it makes me feel like something big is over the horizon. And that makes me uncomfortable, because I like to be ready and prepared for anything; recent events have shown I'm getting a bit sloppy in that department.

I've been saying that this whole year was for me to find myself, and I guess I had to lose some stuff to gain. I just didn't realize there'd be all of these connections back to a past that I really don't acknowledge. I've run into people from every phase of my life, mainly just by working at H&M. I've had the Calvary Era, by running into Quiesha Tresvant. I've had the Newport Era by running into Arielle & Betsy. The TRU Era 'cause I run into Napier EVERYWHERE. Today, I finally had the Cornell Era. I'm on the Metro, minding my own business, listening to my Death Cab, when something inside tells me to look up. Who do I see? Chris Foster and his girlfriend standing on the platform. I run off the train just as it's about to pull off, so I can go talk to him and find out who the beauty is who's accompanying him. This isn't the first Cornell meeting by any means. Back in Feb, I ran into AJ's friend Alexa while coming out of the Dupont Circle station (I guess Cornellians love the Metro), and last week I read an article about her in the City Paper. This region is large enough that this shouldn't have to happen.

Yes, I have a flair for the dramatic, but I couldn't even come up with some of the people I've been running into lately. It's been good 'cause it all relates to the things I've been reflecting upon recently, but there're are still 2 more people that have yet to be found. Once that occurs, then the sky is the limit. I'm not gonna name these two people, but let's just say both their names begin with "A". There's something I need from both of them, and I don't think they'd be too hard to find, but the timing's not right yet.

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 12:39:59 AM
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Song of the Moment: "Tiny Vessels", by Death Cab for Cutie

Posted by William @ 4/24/2004 12:36:58 AM
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You traitorous fucks!!! Well, the Circle is now complete. Let's see who survives the Friend Audit. Let the cullings begin!

Posted by William @ 4/22/2004 06:24:21 PM
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James is going to hate me for taking this stance, but I'm STILL pissed at Janet Jackson! Yes, there are other parties to be angry at, such as JT and CBS and blah blah blah, but she's the one who took the heat from the Super Bowl, so she's the target of my ire. WhY am I STILL mad? Because of the effect her little stunt has had on my favortie pasttime: Late-nite dating shows.

Since these shows have started new midseason episodes, they SUCK. OK, on Blind Date, which has never been the most conservative of the bunch, they now censor anything involving a tongue. Girl licks a guys chest: censored. Sucks a straw: censored. But the BIGGEST nail in the coffin? AVERAGE PEOPLE.

Blind Date has always been like Fear Factor; they've had a knack for finding gorgeous people to perform perfectly mundane, and in some cases extreme, situations. The BD formula was simply: See hot guy. Hot guy goes out with hot girl. Two possibilities: A) they hit it off, end up in hot tub and spend the night together, or B) they hate each other, and proceed to insult each other until the end of the date.

Now, that's all been thrown to the wind! They're using average looking, everyday people. The kind of people who are obviously REAL, just like you and me. Now, I don't know about you, but there are very few people I know whose dates I'd like a peek at. Nothing against my friends, but I simply don't think anything exciting and "LA" is going on during their dates. The appeal of the dating shows was that you were never sure if the people were "real" or if they were actors trying to have a springboard into a career. This theory was also supported by the fact that several of the daters "did the rounds", meaning they've been on every show from "Extreme Dating", "Blind Date", and "Change of Heart" to "5th Wheel" and "elimiDATE".

Since the Super Bowl, not only is the FCC afraid of breasts, but apparently, hot, fake, shallow people are off the menu as well! It's only a matter of time before they come after the WWE, and that's when they I'm gonna take a stand!

Posted by William @ 4/22/2004 03:44:58 PM
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You can take the kid out of sci-fi, but you can't take the sci-fi out of the kid. As much as I try to leave the world of geekdom, it keeps pulling me right back in. The other day, I went to Happy Hour with Patti and Courtney @ TGIFriday's. We pull up and they remark, "Hey, there's the Toilet Bowl Building", because there's a big ring around the structure. As much as I tried to suppress it, I blurted out, "Hey, it looks like the Stargate!". A hush fell over the crowd. Yeah....

Posted by William @ 4/22/2004 03:35:53 PM
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I'm going to shoot myself for asking this, but Where's Justin Timberlake? I mean, a few months ago, you couldn't get even get in an elevator, without being accosted by some form of Rock Your Body or that infernal "I'm Lovin' It" jingle. Now, it seems like he's fallen off the earth. I hear he's filiming some movie as a reporter, but I miss my JT fix! There's only so much Uncle Jesse/Mystique drama I can take, especially since I predicted the end of that marriage YEARS ago. "Have mercy", indeed.

Posted by William @ 4/22/2004 03:28:30 PM
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Before I go, I also have to comment on something: The Sex and the City finale. Yes, this is about 2 months overdue, but something about it really got to me. Now, I've watched the majority of the seasons at this point, and I'm fairly familiar with the whole Carrie-Big fiasco. Regardless, I really find it a cop-out that she ended up with Big. The man is incapable of commitment. Let's see, he's been married twice that we know of, and he even cheated on one wife with Carrie. OK, Ms. Bradshaw, you're such a hip and smart NYC gal, what makes you think he won't do this to you? It would've been a better ending if she had finally realized her independence, rather than succombing to the fact that she's a fraud. The msg she sent was "Sometimes, your ship comes in, but you've got to take a lot for the team over a 6 year period." Plus, who's NOT surprised that his name is "John". He LOOKS like a "John". Big reveal there, Darrin Starr!

Also, Charlotte's Chinese baby?!!! I watched the whole season in the course of a night, so maybe i had a bit of STAC overload. I'll revisit this topic later, but I was so passionate about my "24" post that I needed to expel some energy elsewhere.

Posted by William @ 4/20/2004 12:51:02 AM
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Did anybody see "24" last night?!! I can't believe Jack killed Chappelle! Normally, we complain when TV shows threaten to do something big and reneg at the last minute. Not "24". They delivered, and I actually find myself feeling sorrow for the shrewd, anal, arrogant boss of CTU we've come to hate over the past 3 seasons.

I've said it once, and I'll say it again: "24" is social commentary on how we should never have a Black president." Ever since David Palmer entered the presidential arena, this country has witnessed 3 of the worst days in the history of the world. Now, I have to admit that this is the first season where they're not convincing me that all of this action is taking place within the span of a 24 hr period. I feel like this drama has been dragged out over the course of months. Regardless, the message is the same: Black president = F'ed up America.

Many of you are probably asking, "How can you say that, Will? You're Black!". Well, I'm also honest. This country is no more ready for a Black president than a Black man is ready to be president. Who almost got him impeached last season? His bitch of a wife. Strong Black woman my butt! Who's costing him reelection this season? His player of a brother/chief of staff who can't keep business and pleasure separate.

Now, I know you're saying, "Well, nothing here has occurred that didn't happen during any Kennedy Administration." You're correct. In fact, I might say that the Kennedy Dynasty have come the closest to emulating the drama of "24", but I feel that David Palmer (I refuse to call him "Mr. President") is the sole reason for all of these catastrophes. Either that, or someone really loves having Kiefer Sutherland jump through hoops.

OK, here's my new theory: some Kiefer Sutherland-loving, racist, is behind these nefarious events that are plaguing the Palmer Presidency.

Man, I really need some sleep soon.

Posted by William @ 4/20/2004 12:42:30 AM
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OK, let's see if I still remember how this goes. As much as I hate to admit it, you all know how I LOVE being the resident Eeyore, but this has actually been a great weekend. Got off work yesterday @ 5, which is simply unheard of. Then, I got my long-awaited reunion with VA. Amazing, we've known each other for years, but it was the first time we've ever gotten drunk together. Anyway, with Alabama Slammers and Chicken Fried Rice, that girl certainly knows how to have a good time. Plus, I now know the Metro goes right to her house, so it's not gonna be one of those "only-reachable-by-car". Didn't get home til about 4 AM 'cause of friggin' maintenance on the Red Line. I was actually scared I might get stranded in DC, and I mean the Bad DC.

Today was just as crazy and action-packed as yesterday. Finally got some bills paid, whcih is good 'cause it means I'm being responsible. It's bad, though, 'cause I'm out $250. Anyway, I think Verizon and I know where each other stands from this day forward. :-P

Anyway, I had to "observe" Wednesday today, meaning I had to get my comics 'cause I was working when they came out on Wednesday. As a caveat, I got SO MUCH Punisher swag today! Free movie poster @ the shop, and free comic at the movie, but more on that later.

After the shop, I just kinda walked around. It was such a nice day, and I didn't want to waste it. I ended up walking to Toys "R" Us, which turned out to be really weird. Normally, I can slip in unnoticed, and slip back out. Today, however, everyone I ever worked with seemed to be there, and they were all so friendly. They said they genuinely missed me, and it truly felt like it. To be honest, I miss them too. I don't think I'd ever go back there, but I still love kids and toys. Neither of these loves are being fulfilled @ H&M.

Anyway, I eventually made my way to Silver Spring to comic shop #2, and found the sweetest poster. The guy didn't know how much to sell it for, for fear of his manager firing him. So, I put it on hold and have to call back tomorrow. I'll describe it tomorrow if the deal goes through.

Eventually, I met up with Brett and we went to dinner & The Punisher. So, what did I think of The Punisher? He simply didn't punish enough. He was way too much of a wise-cracking smart-ass for a guy who watched his entire extended family massacred. That was part of the problem. The whole movie was overkill. It was like a bad WWF match. For example, in the comic, Frank Castle's wife, son, and daughter are caught in mob crossfire, which drives him crazy and causes him to become The Punisher. In the movie, Castle's entire family, including parents, aunts, cousins, etc, are massacred during a beachfront family reunion. There was no need for them to kill 50+ people! We get the point. It's kinda like how Eminem wants us to know how he really, really loves his daughter. Enough already. In the end, I enjoyed the movie, but I thought he'd be more stoic than he actually was.

After the movie, I did something rare: I went out again! Don't ask me why, 'cause it's certainly not a normal thing, but I met up with Davis and we went to see Kill Bill Vol. II. I can't even begin to attempt to give a review to that movie. I'll just say awesome. And not in that "Matrix/Star Wars-justification of crappy sequel" kind of way. Simply awesome movie. Tarrantino turned a cliche into something amusing and enjoyable. On the other hand, I can't wait to hear all the gripes my "debate partner" is going to have regarding the movie's political incorrectness; we haven't even discussed "The Apprentice" finale, so I know he'll be charged and ready to go. Anyway, I know the Japanese, and some Jewish, organizations are gonna be up in arms Monday morning, so Quentin, prepare for the backlash. Regardless, a job well-done.

Posted by William @ 4/18/2004 04:45:35 AM
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