When The Battosai Wandered Into The Big Screen...

... All hell breaks loose...

Indeed, everyone was so crazy about the live-action adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin. When news about its coming into the big screen started to spread, I just didn't know what to think or feel. But the moment the movie trailer came out, I couldn't stop myself from swooning and wishing that soon it will be the big day.

A lot of (aggravating) things happened before I managed to watch the film. It was postponed for 2 days due to some technical and other (stupid) reasons. We have been waiting for that movie for like forever! Hence, it was really frustrating how we had to wait any longer all because of incompetence. I even decided to just forget about watching it. But hey, it's Battosai the Slasher/Kenshin Himura we're talking about here. I could never let this chance pass by.

 Rurouni Kenshin or Samurai X is perhaps my all-time favorite anime. Until now, I simply cannot forget about its existence. This anime has the biggest and deepest influence in my life, and maybe one of the reasons why I love anime up to this day. I bet the same goes for other anime/Samurai X fans out there.

More importantly, its live-action adaptation is perhaps the most satisfying one ever since the film industry started to make live-action movies of famous anime series like Dragon Ball and Avatar the Last Airbender. It's actually among the concerns of many fans. Will it be able to live up to their expectations? Maybe the trailers are mere baits. But since it's in Japanese (Japanese actors, production and all), what else could go wrong? :)

Although the movie presented a different take on the manga/anime, it was all worth it. Many avid fans were quite disappointed as to how they twisted the details or story line (just as how most adaptations end up with); but for me, it was like a dream come true to be able to watch a live-action film of your favorite anime without having to feel so betrayed or dismayed.

The Rurouni Kenshin movie pursued the supposed-to-be Aoshi (one of my ultimate crushes haha) arc while giving glimpses of Kenshin's past. That annoying rich industrialist Takeda Kanryū (with his gatling gun that was supposed to kill Aoshi's gang) who had been forcing Megumi to make opium was there. But Aoshi wasn't included (yet), and they instead used a different main villain--Jin'e along with that guy who looked like Hanya and the one whom Sanosuke fight with. In addition, Saito also became a part of it though in manga/anime he first appeared on the Shishio arc. Hopefully, a sequel is coming; and Aoshi will then show up.

It was almost perfect if you were not to take the storyline seriously. I mean, the problem with most people (fans, especially of books/anime/etc) when they are faced with an adaptation of their favorites is that they expect it to be sort of like a verbatim. Can't they just watch the movie as it is? I know it's kinda hard not to associate what you already know, but there's nothing we can do about it, right? All in all, whether you're a fan of Kenshin or not, you will surely enjoy the movie because its fight scenes are so awesome you just can't get over it. And hey, Sanosuke was so funny and cool at the same time. Kudos to Rurouni Kenshin movie.

The New Beginning - OST

Twinkling Short

I love Pixar! Who doesn't?

After my siblings and I watched Brave, I remembered that Pixar has a lot of short films that are truly amazing and unbelievably unique.

This one, the La Luna, is perhaps the most heart-warming and clever short that I've ever seen!!! And since I am a fan of stars, I just can't help but share this magnificence...

Reach for the Stars

See for yourself and be amazed of La Luna... too bad it's just a short film.

The Dangers Of Neglect

Nobody wants to be taken for granted. When you feel neglected, several other negative feelings tend to manifest. To be taken for granted by someone you love is just like as not being loved at all. Many people, especially children, who feel neglected have the tendency to either hurt themselves or others. A lot of dangers await those who feel disregarded, and to those who keep on ignoring the importance of anything or anyone.

These are my realizations upon watching these two films. I just stumbled them on youtube when boredom struck me and I wanted to watch something that has some decent, positive comments/feedback.

The Orphanage

I'm not really fond of horror movies; especially those psychological types (the ones that let your thoughts do the torture) because I'm actually good at scaring myself. This movie is one of those that you won't be able to forget easily.

The kid is so adorable, and there are some fascinating scenes that would make you forget it's a horror movie or something. Although you would have to rely on the subtitles because this is a Spanish movie (produced by Guillermo del Toro), you will surely have fun watching this if you're looking for a horror movie that does not rely on the frequent appearances of ghosts and jumpy moments or the distortion of the characters' faces but rather on the originality of the story and the way it tickles the brain.

The relevance of neglect? Watch and find out for yourself...



Doll Master

Now this has just made me all the more uninterested in dolls, particularly those bigger or life-size ones. It actually gave me a terrifyingly creepy feeling. The house full of dolls in this movie is not your ordinary doll house. I bet that even those who love Barbie would think twice in staying on that house. Everything's just disturbing! This is a Korean horror movie so expect some signature hair-related scary scenes.



The point is, even those lifeless things need some attention, particularly if you use them regularly or if you have been so fond of them--just like the dolls or the toys we cherished when we were just kids.

Neglect will eventually lead to regret, especially if it's already too late to make up for the times lost.

When Dreaming Of Adam...

Most of my friends would tell me that sometimes, or most of the time, it seems like "I'm one of the boys." Well, maybe because I grew up with the "guidance" of many Uncles, I enjoy playing with the boys... and for so many other reasons. But it doesnt mean that I'm a tomboy (just boyish? Whatever :P) or something. HAHA. And this post will prove my claim. :)

I have my own set of celebrity crushes. But I dont go for the really popular guys or those men most girls drool for like Robert P. - makes me wonder... tsktsktsk... I actually categorize them according to the following:

The Apple of my Eyes

- Josh Holloway, Wentworth Miller, Jensen Ackles and Channing Tatum

I'm a "Lost", "Prison Break" and "Supernaturals" fan; and the first three guys are my fave tv actors (or maybe its their roles that I really love? ahaha) Well, what's not to like about Channing? Not only that he's a good dancer (and really yummy?) but also a versatile actor.

My Alpha Male
- Gerard Butler, Jason Statham, Johnny Depp and Robert Downey Jr.

Need I say more about them? *sigh :D Uhm, can I add Ben Barnes? (perhaps the youngest in the group) ;) P.S I dont usually go for guys with big bodies or bulging muscles; but Statham is different. He's super duper cool. Woot-woot! :D

The Small but Terrible

- Jet Li, Ewan McGregor

I have always loved Jet Li (and of course, Jackie Chan - when it comes to martial arts/action movies). And fell in love with Ewan ever since Moulin Rouge. *giggles :))

The Musician
- Jason Mraz, Josh Groban

They can serenade me over and over again without me getting bored. ;)

The Father Figure

- Liam Neeson, Al Pacino, Alan Rickman, Sean Connery

Yeah, I want them to be my dads.. They play great (father) roles, right? From a Jedi to a Mafia Boss, and James Bond; yep, including "Snape". ;)

And many to mention. I'm a sucker for movies and even tv series, you know. When I created this post, I thought of including local artists/actors in my list; but I ended up not doing anyway. :)) Maybe because I wasn't really fond of them or that I have a few choices? *peace :D Some other time, okay? ;)

For The Love Of Dragons..

I really feel so disappointed and somehow depressed for not being able to watch "How To Train Your Dragon" last Friday on the big screen. It was so regretful that I still cant drop the thought of it until now. If only I watched it the moment or few days after I've heard that it was already aired.. *sigh* (sob sob).

I have always loved Dragons ever since I was a kid. Though I know that most "kids" or people do, I just cant shake the feeling off; just as how I love anime. I can even remember the days wherein I got really obsessed about dragons and stuff. And even though dragons are said to be eternal rivals, I still love them both. And hey, I'm born under the year of the tiger. So if they're really eternal rivals, how come such feeling of rivalry or hatred and stuff dont run through my veins against dragons.. it's even the other way around... nyahaha

I'd really like to share a lot of things with regards to dragons right now; but it seems my mood and energy are roaming around somewhere. I'll get back to this dragon thingy the moment I can feel the fiery force coming through.. nyahaha. Anyway, I just hope one of my friends can give me a satisfying copy of the movie before I'll drive myself crazy. And this made me long for other dragon-related movies.. hmm... I better go find a copy of the Dragonheart. - ciao :D