Re-reading & numbers for New Moon

I'm re-reading New Moon amid the midst of upcoming deadlines to prepare for the movie event.
I've got to say, re-reading the book has brought me a fresh new perspective. It just strengthens the point on why I fall in love with the series in the first place. It's like a breeze in the heat.

After a break of of so many months, flipping open the book brought back so much memories.

I love the descriptions of Edward and Jacob, the emotions and the setting of the scenes.

Edward with his velvety voice, smothering golden eyes and crooked smile, oh my, that is something one can only get in the books. Jacob with his sunny disposition and ability to make everyone feel at ease around him. Now, that's 2 guys who best remain fiction.

One can achieve the settings and backdrop perfectly, but one can seldom get the personality and character right for a movie.

I used to be one of those people who blurred the lines between fiction characters and movie persona. Now, after the bad experience with the movie-who-must-not-be-named, I make sure the lines are not crossed.

Fiction will remain as fiction and they are the best things that could happen. Actors' portrayal of these characters are second or third.

On another note, I have to thank Chris Weitz for a job well-done. I may not have seen the movie, but judging from the general feedback from fans, it was awesome and so much better than the prequel.
http://www.twilightlexicon.com/2009/11/24/ew-interviews-chris-wietz-the-post-movie-reaction/

Chris Weitz is a hero for sticking up with his beliefs and created a movie that is made for fans, no matter that critics don't like it. I love this quote of his "this was made for the fans, and if you don’t get it, then you don’t get it." How true.

And fans don't disappoint. New Moon movie is moving up the line in the biggest earning movies in 2009 domestic gross (USA). Currently, it's number 6, just $30 million behind Star Trek. http://www.boxofficemojo.com/yearly/chart/?yr=2009&p=.htm

I'll reserve my comments for the big day and will give a scene-by-scene analysis when all is said and done.

When the holidays come, I'll be brainstorming on the design for the countdown clock for Eclipse.

For now though, I've got to face reality with tests and projects.

Box office record for New Moon

I'm going to take a leaf out of Bella's book. Holy Crow!

The statistics are in, and New Moon movie has set a new midnight box-office record of $26.27 million in the USA alone, I'm guessing. Midnight showings, mind you.

It has beaten The Dark Knight and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince's takings on the midnight debut.

This is totally cool! I can only hope that Singapore can make this sort of impact. I'm contributing to the first-day takings, obviously.

In Australia, they took in AUS$1.7 million ($1.6 million) from midnight showings, also a record high since Star Wars 3. I'm not too sure about the Europeans' takings, but am sure they are going to be phenomenal.

It just makes the mind wonder what will be the first weekend earnings be like in the States.

I'm trying to stay spoiler-free this time round. All I know is that there are praises for Christ Weitz and critics don't like it. Ahh well, you can't please all of them.

Eeek, it just make everything seems so fun and exciting. I can't wait to see what my reaction will be. I've a feeling that I'm going to surprise myself.

No matter what, how bad can New Moon be when you compared it to the disastrous prequel?

No specific reviews for me. It is extremely tempting to just click the the links and read what fans have to say but I must resist in order to make things sweeter.

TGIF & NM movie

TGIF! Not.

My timetable for Friday sux big time. From 9am to 6pm, who in their right mind would arrange such a thing, on Friday no less.

Oh my goodness, I can't believe it's another Friday. I'm feeling so tired as I'm typing this. I'm weary of everything. Just as soon as you finished a couple of things, out come more deadlines to hit.

It's Friday night and I'm supposed to be doing something constructive. But, alas, I can't find the energy and inspiration to do it. I'm almost fully occupied on Saturday what with work and going out.

Many, many things to accomplish. Mid-semester tests, tests, individual projects, and the headache-inducing group projects. This is Poly life. Schedule that is packed like sardines only to have go back to zero during the long holidays.

Don't get me wrong, long holidays are what keep us surviving. The mere thought of freedom with no "responsibilities" is enough to make me salivated.

Sometimes, I just feel like I'm barely keeping afloat. Looking back, I wonder how I came this far. If there is a chance to do everything again, I truly marvelled at my ability to go through the tortures, one year after one year.

I have my long term plans and short term goals in mind, that's why I put up with all these ridiculous businesses. In any other circumstances, let's just say I won't be caught doing this.
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Woohoo! Can't believe that one year has passed by. New Moon the movie is out in USA today, for those who went to the midnight premier.

Lucky them.

I do want to go for a midnight showing of New Moon too. But, commitments made it impossible. Ahh well.

3rd December is not too far now, with 12 days left to go, I have so much to prepare. Task 1 is to re-read New Moon. Task 2 is to remain spoiler-free. Task 3 is to start brain-storming on the design and tagline for the Eclipse movie countdown clock.

Can't wait to see how it turns out in Christ Weitz's hands. I'm feeling like a giddy fan despite my losing of interest in the franchise a few months ago.

The Gift book review

"If you could wish for one gift this Christmas, what would it be?"

This is the book that caught my eye since it came out last year but I never got around buying it. The pretty silver hardcover book wrapped with its red ribbon is truly a gift.
Spent my night yesterday catching on my reading and I ended up weeping myself to sleep.
Cecelia Ahern is a truly marvellous and credit-worthy author. I've read but 2 of her books and they never fail to reduce me to tears.
It started out slow, building up the suspense and intrigue the reader. The main events that take place is told like a story, between an officer and a rebellious teenager. It's a story with a lesson in it; to appreciate your loved ones and work out on your priorities in life.
The events take place weeks before Christmas, adding to the charm of it.
Lou Suffern, a man who has to be at 2 places at the same time. One winter morning, Lou befriended Gabe, a homeless man outside his office building. That begins a strange friendship. Gabe' character seems out-worldly of sort, as though he is sent to help Lou sort things out. A pill that is more than it looks, a science con. "A con of science. A conscience."
There's no happy ending, at least not that "and they lived happily ever after" kind of ending.
Lou's family forgive him for all that he has not done for them and he realised his follies. Unfortunately, the chance for a brighter future is taken away from them in an accident. However, Lou managed to get one last night with his family as a clone. When the clock striked twelve, he left the world forever.
This is the part that made me cried. It was so, so touching.
I love Cecelia Ahern's writing style! She has a knack in comparing every-day things to something else and her descriptions are beyond words.
"Time cannot be packaged and ribboned and left under trees for Christmas morning. Time can't be given. But it can be shared."
If I could, I would love to gift this book to loved ones this Christmas. For the ultimate Christmas experience in a less than Christmas-y atmosphere, read The Gift by Cecelia Ahern.

On and on

No time to call my own.

No amount of money is worth the "torture". But, when that money is spent on something so pleasing, I'll probably laugh and contradict myself.

Just realised that I've been posting entries about my sorry self. I'll try my best to change. Time is a-slipping by.

Once my 2 individual projects are done, it's time for revision on the various subjects for the upcoming mid-semester tests and quizzes. Let's see, World Issues quiz 1, Club and Resort quiz 1, communication skills 2 test, and mid-semester tests.

Holy, it's enough to make one breathless. 3rd December seems so far away, I shudder to think the perilous paths I have to take before enjoying my movie.

I can't wait for mid-December! 2 weeks of holidays, so much to achieve. I really hope I can get out of the stifling country, literally and figuratively. A getaway is what I need to get away from it all. Somewhere where I can relax for a while.

Sometimes, I wish I can say "frankly my dear, I don't give a damn". However, I'm not that kind of person in nature. One can hope though.

Supposedly 2 short school days from tomorrow, but due to my bad fortune, I still have to go to school, albeit at a later timing. To quote my father "Who ask you to be so special?" Yes, sometimes I wonder too. To be in the certificate programme sounds cool but is not.

Have to mug for Franchise Business project tonight and tomorrow.

Third week

End of third week.

Gods, it's a torture! Individual projects are going to be handed up soon, as soon as next Friday.

Franchise Business is a headache. The teacher is no help at all, giving vague answers to questions regarding the project. I'm guessing he wants us to surprise him.

World Issues grouping is done. All I can say is that the topic we chose should be OK to do. Food crisis in Africa is one of my favourite topic.

I'm doing educational industry for Franchise project and plumbing industry for SME project. I hope I can get good marks for both projects since it stands at 15% each.

I've no inspiration to write and this is the best I can come up with. I'm stressed to the max and my shoulder is aching.

Ranting

Second week of school's out and it's getting worst. All groups have been finalised and now it's time to start on individual and group projects.

Seriously, this new semester is one big, giant headache.

I don't like my World Issues class. The teacher has an accent so strong that half the time, I don't understand what he's talking. This is made worse by I'm all alone there.

Furthermore, World Issues always make me feel inadequate. I've always thought that I'm quite in touch with the world, however, it hardly seems that way. OK, I do know many things in vague, just not in detail.

There is no way I can know everything in the world, I'm not a walking BBC station or whatever. And in what free time I have, I'd rather spend it on what I like, than to do what is good for me.

I dislike things that cause much overwhelming. If I want to learn something, I'd rather do it during holidays to prevent myself from bursting an artery. I have my hands and feet tied by school, the last thing I need is to overwhelm myself unnecessary.

Right, got to stop here now.