CLOVERFIELD

Most avid movie goers, especially the sci-fi and superhero fans, succumb to the "Hype" that is intentionally spun by the movie makers. I am no exception to the rule, and fully bought in to the build up to this Hush Hush of a script and movie called CLOVERFIELD.

From the first frame of the film, which sets up the origin of the hand held documentation of what occurred that night, you are geared up and ready for more more more. I have to say that the slow build (first 20 minutes or so) toward the introduction of the monster and the chaos that follows, was a bit nerve racking.Once the creature made its entrance, the movie kicked into gear and never let up.

Not much background comes with CLOVERFIELD, from the title to the where, why and what
of the creator introduced. The mystery though, keeps you going and keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Maybe I am spoiled by some of the historic and simplistic styles of past and present monster movies, but I like a payoff, and I like to be fully captured, creeped out and scared by all monsters. I even would go as far as saying that I enjoy even cheering for the monster at odd moments in a film. The total "badness" of any monster is always amazing and exciting, but in CLOVERFIELD we never get to even appreciate the evil or destructive power of the creature.

Is the creature BIG????? Yes, absolutely
Is the creature Destructive and Powerful?? For Sure
Is the creature Frightening?? Yes

WE JUST DONT SEE ENOUGH OF IT, or even understand what he is out there doing.

There are even some events that happen in addition to the actual raging monster, that only add to the questions you will have when the movie is over.

1. The creatures that seem to fall off the monster and run thru the streets.
2. The effect that the little creatures bite has on a main character in the story.

If this was a one shot movie, with no sequel planned ( I doubt it ) then I would be
fully disappointed.
If sequels will follow, then I will spend another $9.00 and go without hesitation.

It seems a little sad, that movie makers sometimes feel the need to be Sooooooo unique and creative, and so driven by the bottom line and the future of the franchise, that a simple scary as crap monster cant be introduced, feared, chased, and ultimately defeated or not.
I know that a sequel will come, but will it be more of the same?? Will we have to wait for the 3rd or 4th CLOVERFIELD before we get a taste of what a truly BAD ASS monster is supposed to look like and act like.

Think of Alien or Predator, and how these movies also built up towards the ultimate
appearance of the monsters. These movies however, had a payoff in the end, and did not leave the viewer waiting on the movie studio to put together the next teaser of a film.

I liked CLOVERFIELD, and could appreciate the visionary film making and storyline, but I do not want to feel like I am being strung along by the movie maker.
Maybe a little more monster would have satisfied my craving?

To much emphasis on the point of view of the story ( the hand held camera), and that gets old rather quickly when you are waiting to experience "The Monster" of this movie.

Don't tease me, take another wad of my money, and make me wait like a child to earn the right to experience that all monster movies fans want. GIVE ME MORE MORE MORE MORE MORE MONSTER.....

3.5 stars out of 5

And I'm an ISFJ

Might as well jump on the personality quiz bandwagon... here we go..

A Day in the Life of a Parent

I laughed so hard at this video.....In some cases, it seemed like a day at my house, but in most others, it's just a great opportunity to watch how much havoc a little child can create.......LOL

Orange Santa- Hutto Texas

Just about a year and a half ago, I would never have thought to have the courage to participate in LIFE as much as I have. I've always had a good heart, inside, not much would peek out for others to see. Today, I feel as though I have been re-born thru the help, guidance, influence and support of my family and freinds here in Hutto.

I am a city boy ( NYC ), and I do not wear my heart on my sleeve naturally. I can be very critical, cynical, untrusting and short at times. I grew up in an environment wear preservation of the immediate family was the priority, and others who could'nt hang on, to bad. I guess thru the eyes of my children and the hopes and determination I have to give them a better life, I am inspired to change.

The other night, in the midst of picture taking with Santa, I was fortunate enough to watch the faces of many children approach this man who was giving them a glimmer of joy and hope. Many of these children were from homes and environments that were challenging to say the least. All of them had a smile on their face, all of them were excited about their opportunity to sit with "The Man".

What a wonderful thing it is to GIVE. To give of your time to people, people who truly appreciate each moment. It is fulfilling to the point of personal acheivment.

It is hard, to give of your family and personal time. It is hard to give a little of your finances. I will not lie and say that some days, I just do not have the energy.
All of this has a purpose. Giving yourself to others will only bring to you in the end.

No man can accomplish things alone. No child can grow by themselves.

Thank you to all the memebers of my church (Resonate Community) and all the people who helped out with this event.

Tonight and tommorrow we will be delivering the gifts that were so generously donated by the people of Hutto, to all of these families and children in need.

I am happy with the little difference I can make in the world these days, and only hope to have a greater impact on others in the days and years to come.

This regular guy, from NYC has seen the benefits and the hope in following in the steps the lord, without having to be a bible carrying, door knocking, over the top member of the Christian Church.

It really is refreshing...........to be able to be myself, scars and all, and not be judged for who I am by the people around me. How Cool is that????!!!

Family Guy - Laugh My A- - Off

This little treasure is courtesy of Family Guy.
The comedy genius of this creative writing crew is top notch.

I think that not only does Peter Griffin look like Buddy Hacket, from "The Music Man". but sounds so much like him as well.

Enjoy a moment of utter nonsense.


SEE Ya

Keep it simple

How simple the joys of Christmas really are. It's no wonder why so many of us anticipate and flourish in this wonderful time of year. What is it really, that makes this time of year so joyous?

It may be the reflecting that many of us do, on our lives, family, friends, trials and tribulations of a year coming to a close. For that matter, it may be the anticipation of a new year, a new beginning, a new hope. It may even be something as simple as the evident change in our environments, the weather maybe, peoples attitudes, or that feeling of grace and fortune that some of us are so lucky to feel.

I could not ask for anything more than my family provides me. My beautiful children, who make me smile,cry, and rejoice with pride and even laughter. Their innocence and simple beauty amazes me every day, NO REALLY, EVERY DAY. Oh yes, most of all, my superwoman of a wife. Gina is so driven and full of energy and hope. My wife manages to make each and every one of her days, a magical feat!!! It really is magic to me, how she manages our home and children. I know that I could never do it. Most days I actually feel guilty about putting in a long work day, leaving her home with our sometimes CRAZY little ones.

In the end though, all of life's trials are rewarded somehow. Through our children's accomplishments and happiness, impacting our friends and family through gestures of kindness and pure generosity, making someones day or life for that matter.

I guess Christmas is really a CELEBRATION OF LIFE, the way it ought to be lived. Life through acts of kindness,love and generosity. Life through grace, and the realization that there are bigger things out there for us, so most of the time the little things we let occupy our days, really don't matter much.

As I stood in front of my house tonight, looking at the thousands of Christmas Lights that illuminate my yard, I felt a true comfort in myself, knowing that in the end, despite the day I may have had, my family will still be here for me, my children will be running up to me with excitement and my life will simply reset itself, because of the re assurance I have in my faith in Life, Love and God.

I always hear the words my grandparents frequently used when I was a boy, "Don't worry, everything will be alright"

Enjoy this brief time of the year, the food, the laughter, the giving, the sharing and the love.

Should be like this all year long???? Right???

Love you all.

Chris

Christmas Around The Corner

I guess now is as good a time as ever to re-start my blogging.It's been a while, and most of the time I need some type of event or motivating factor to get me to start striking these keys.

CHRISTMAS is right around the corner!!!! I'm starting the spirit early, since it seems to fly by quicker and quicker each year.
It's a very special time, and made even more special since I have two beautiful kids to share it with.

Here we Go!!!!!