Up

Up is a delightful film about a journey a man takes with a young boy. The movie will definitely make you cry, laugh, and analyze your life.

I feel as though Up is a umber one film because it is just amazing quality. The characters are defined, the plot is well crafted and the movie just expresses what Pixar is all about. The movie begins with an amazing montage of the main character's life, how he got to be who he is today and the moments in his life that define his character, and then continues to slowly unravel the rest of the story. You can't help but fall in love with the characters and you begin to find yourself at the edge of your seat as the plot thickens; you root for the characters all the way.

The creative process that animators, writers, and film makers underwent is clearly showcased in the film and shows why this film is a winner of multiple Academy Awards. This is a must see.

Britney Spears Live: The Femme Fatale Tour

Recently, I saw "Britney Spears Live: The Femme Fatale Tour" on Epix and I have got to say, the movie was alright. Having already seen the concert in person and through numerous clips on YouTube, I appreciate the fact that a company and Britney's team paid to have the concert documented. However, Epix chose a couple of weird angles, that sometimes became irritating. During some numbers such as "Hold It Against Me," Epix chose to have audience shots whilst Britney was doing less-than-stellar moves. During the only dance-break in "Big Fat Bass," Epix chose to show "Will.i.am" instead of Britney who killed the moves during that show. Things like this have upset Britney's ever-growing fan base.

But the one thing that "urks" most viewers, is the obvious dubbing of audio. The fan's cries and cheers have been silenced out (only heard during moments that are meant to have excessive cheers e.g. pyrotechnics, dance breaks).

Britney's vocals from the live show have also been removed and have been replaced with studio tracks (this has cause an uproar, even though this isn't the first time Brit's camp has dubbed her vocals during DVD specials).

For a concert event, EPIX has captured all that is necessary to make this DVD Britney-fied. I truly recommend it to all, even if you're not a Britney fan. The songs and endless excitement will have you dancing on you feet.

The Princess is back.

The Muppets

The Muppets!

I recently saw the Muppets movie and it didn't hit the spot for me. No offense to any Muppet lovers out there but I just wasn't feeling it. The movie seemed pointless. Like I sat in the theatre biting my nails (a habit I need to stop) and I just couldn't do it. It was cute, don't get me wrong, I mean I was able to relate to Ms. Piggy, but I left the theatre thinking "ok... that was a waste of two hours." The movie seemed irrational. Like I just didn't like how Jason Segel was playing a man who had a muppet of a brother. The movie was combining fantasy and reality and it wasn't mixing well.

Then again, maybe I disliked the film because I didn't want to go. Who knows? Odds are when my sister buys it on DVD I'll watch it again.

Until then....

Angles of Booker T

This is a short video using popular "shot types and angles" for filming. This video also highlights widely used techniques for moving cameras.

This was filmed on an iPhone 4s with no tripod.

Movie Review.... part one?

This past weekend I visited the lovely AMC at NorthPark and saw The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part One. We all know the story, Bella is in love with Edward and kinda in love with Jacob, Jacob is in love with Bella, and Edward and Jacob just hate each other. This film starts off with a bang; a wedding fit for a king and queen and quickly revs up excitement and anticipation in the viewers hearts and minds.

The happy couple set off to Rio for their glorious honeymoon and long story short, a pregnancy occurs.

Now since this movie is based off of the books, most off the people visiting the theatre knows what is bound to happen. A "demon" baby begins to grow inside of Bella and basically is killing her since the baby is a vampire baby and is much stronger than Bella. The rest of the movie deals with the Cullens attempting to save Bella and Jacob being stupid and annoying (I'm biased. Shoot me. Team Edward ftw). The movie ends at an all time, high action, nail biting, eye twitching, seizure inducing, climatic scene that leaves the viewer wanting more... Hence the Part One.

Part two is set to be released next year and I can assure you, it will be just as amazing.

Be sure to catch The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part One at a theatre near you.

Is this just a detour?

Here I am again talking to myself sitting at a red light. Both hands on the wheel how am I supposed to feel so much running through my mind. First you want to be free, now you say you need me, giving mixed signals and signs. It's so hard to let you in thinking you might slam the brakes again.

SUMMER ENDS WITH SCHOOL

Although I'm enrolled in two classes this summer, I still have time do other things.... like this. I feel swamped with work cause i know all the stuff i have to do but i wont let it interrupt my life. I still go to the movies and stay up late so its cool.

no it's not. I hate school in the summer. Screw you!

Oh i got my tripod so now i can make videos YAY!

The Importance of Sleep

Since summer has officially begun today I thought I'd welcome the new season by saying Hello.

Now that that is over I can talk about my issue for today. Sleep.

Sleep is so important. Without it, you can't give your full 110 percent. When I don't get enough sleep I get agitated easily. I get headaches and have short attention spans. I become extremely sensitive to climates and my personal bubble. Without sleep.... without sleep I'm just not the Nick everyone knows and loves.

READERS TAKE THIS: SLEEP IS IMPORTANT

p.s.. do you like my new style?

Ramble

I know I've posted a lot of blogs about summer but hey what can I say; its summer. To all of you who read this , which is zero, I want to say that I'm super bored! Like, it's gotten to the point where I'm like"I guess I can work on summer homework.."

AM I CRAZY!?

Summer homework should be the last thing on my mind right now. I have a real strong urge to begin the process of creating a YouTube channel but I have no equipment (camera, editing software, ect.) This is the longest blog I've posted and I'm starting to ramble. The question on my mind is how do I get people to read and follow my blog without asking my friends. Why would I want my friends to read my blog?

I'm going to google that.... I'll be right back.

Wow that wasn't to helpful.

Summer drive.

Ummmmm.... I think I was abducted by aliens. It's like orange-y outside. Weird.
I took a photo.
Look... so weird.

12?

A 8 hour drive turned into 12. That ain't cool.  

Babies.

How do you act around babies?

Sunsets.

I think the one thing I love about long roadtrips is the fact that I get to see a different view of earth. I'm right now somewhere in Texas, in the middle of nowhere. I see bushy trees and the road ahead. 
It gets darker by the second.
It gets more peaceful by the second.

Summer 2011

Last night at home..

I hit the road tomorrow, so how should I spend my night?
Watching Scream!!!!!!

Lights down. Play.

Summer days!

I'm in love with the sun.
I'm in love with the birds.
I'm in love with the fact that July 12 is around the corner.
I'm in love with the fact that June 22 is almost here.
I'm in love with the excitement around my adventures. 
I'm in love with summer.
What other time of the year can I do nothing but enjoy life?

"If you got some time
Ooh ooh
Wanna hop inside
Ooh ooh
Summer's just arrived
Ooh ooh
Gonna take a ride
With you."

No cell phones!!!!!

What kind of doctors office is this?!!!! No cell phones!!!
Oh HELL nah!!!! I'm pulling out my phone right now!!!

SLotAT

SECRET LIFE of the AMERICAN TEENAGER.
THIS show is dope.

Kisses.

Today has been amazing. I washed my car. Got wet. Drove around. Saw A LOT of cute people and I learned the meaning of life.... enjoy the good things.

Yikes!!!!

Railroad crossings are scary

Weekend Getaway canceled.

Our weekend getaway has been postponed. I did however spend over an hour at Best Buy. I played with a macbook, an iPad, and cameras.... 

Born This Way

Lady Gaga has done it again... Anticipation for her new album has received mixed reviews. With the release of "Born This Way," "Judas," and "The Edge of Glory" Gaga's new direction received mixed reviews. Many people didn't like the new direction Gaga was going and with the album leak that occurred a couple of days before the release of Born this Way, Gaga received criticism.

Many people said that the album was not that good and that "it takes time to like."

All I know is that I bought the album May 23th when it came out and I couldn't be more in love.

You should definitely check out this album.

The stand out tracks that i fell in love with upon listening to the album for the first time are:

Marry The Night

Government Hooker

Americano

Bloody Mary

Heavy Metal Lover

2010-2011 School Year Comes to an End

Oh how I've waited for this day to come...

Yesterday the 25th of May was BTW's last B Day of the year my day went as followed:

6th: died of boredom

7th: brought back to life with a stimulating conversation

FLEX: Finished my newest creation

9th: almost fell asleep

10th: almost died.

I had a very interesting B day and now My A day has barely begun. Besides the fact I was nearly involved in an alteration of Highway 175 and it took me over an hour to get to school.... today is going to be a great day.