I have recently gotten into a show called Tough Love on VH1. This show is about 8 girls who have a lot of trouble in the dating world, and have now been enrolled in a sort of boot camp in order to fix their dating faux pas. This show is created and hosted by a mother son team JoAnn and Steven Ward, Master Matchmakers, who are naturals at pairing their clientele with their ideal mates. The company's foundation rests on her passion for uniting desirable singles in rewarding, long-term relationships. JoAnn takes time to learn about her clients' backgrounds, personalities and relationship goals, thus eliminating many of the obstacles they face when searching for a partner on their own.
Steven guarantees that if they follow his rules then by the end of the eight weeks they will be ready for love. But there's a method to Steven's madness. Steven's methodology consists of his rules of dating. Steven's rules are bold, insightful, and often hilarious. But most of all they offer an unapologetic glance into the male mind. The core of the series is Steven revealing the truth about what men really think when it comes to dating and women. “Steven Ward is America's maestro of love. His brutally honest approach to matchmaking is what has made him and his mother Joann Ward one of the most successful matchmaking teams in the country. Steven has the balls to tell women not what they want to hear, but what they need to hear to find love. The women in this boot camp are desperate and single, but can't figure out why. The cast is composed of classic archetypes of the single woman: the 'too much too soon' romantic, the 'gold digger', the 'fixing the wrong guys' victim, the late 30's "Lone Ranger'. To call the women out on their issues, Steven labels each woman with a moniker that correlates to her main problem. From "Miss Picky," the woman who is too caught up in a list of impossible expectations, to "Miss Wedding-Obsessed," the girl that tells guys on their first date she's looking to be married within a year.”
Personally, I think this is a great reality show, because it is actually dealing with real life problems. It’s not another dating show, but rather real people dealing with real problems. I personally, know a lot of women with these sorts of problem when dating, and think that this show can maybe help show other women just what might be going on in their own relationships.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Top 50 Children's Movies of All Time
A while back, in class we discussed what we thought to be our top 10 kid’s movies. And since these shows play such a huge role in our lives when we are young, I thought that it would be interesting to take a look at just what the top 50 list of all time holds.
1.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
2.
Anand (1971)
3.
WALL·E (2008)
4.
Vuk (1981)
5.
Safety Last! (1923)
6.
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
7.
Ivan Vasilevich menyaet professiyu (1973)
8.
The Cameraman (1928)
9.
The Gold Rush (1925)
10.
The Kid (1921)
11.
Ratatouille (2007)
12.
Finding Nemo (2003)
13.
I Remember Mama (1948)
14.
The Lion King (1994)
15.
Toy Story (1995)
16.
The Incredibles (2004)
17.
Coraline (2009)
18.
Chak De! India (2007)
19.
Our Hospitality (1923)
20.
Tonari no Totoro (1988)
21.
Kavkazskaya plennitsa, ili Novye priklyucheniya Shurika (1966)
22.
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
23.
Seven Chances (1925)
24.
Tenkû no shiro Rapyuta (1986)
25.
The Kid Brother (1927)
26.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
27.
A Christmas Story (1983)
28.
Toy Story 2 (1999)
29.
Monsters, Inc. (2001)
30.
Gake no ue no Ponyo (2008)
31.
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
32.
Shrek (2001)
33.
Brilliantovaya ruka (1968)
34.
Finding Neverland (2004)
35.
Karpuz kabugundan gemiler yapmak (2004)
36.
Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928)
37.
How Green Was My Valley (1941)
38.
The Circus (1928)
39.
Wallace & Gromit in The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)
40.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
41.
My Fair Lady (1964)
42.
The Iron Giant (1999)
43.
Majo no takkyûbin (1989)
44.
Fantasia (1940)
45.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
46.
Tri orísky pro Popelku (1973)
47.
The Thief of Bagdad (1940)
48.
The Sound of Music (1965)
49.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
50.
The Thief of Bagdad (1924)
Though there are many of these movies that I have not had the pleasure of seeing or enjoying(some I think were more popular outside of America), I found that many of these movies were found in my top 10 kid’s films., Such as The Sound of Music, E.T., Shrek, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Story, The Wizard of Oz, and many many more! These movies have found their way into millions of children’s hearts, and left them laughing and learning with the character’s that were portrayed. It’s so interesting to see the old compared with the new, to see how movies have changed over the years, and to take a look at what I watched vs. my parents vs. my grandparents! I can’t even begin to imagine how this list is going to change in years to come, what will be added and what will be replaced. It so amazing to look back at all these famous titles, some old some new, but all a part of many people’s lives!
1.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
2.
Anand (1971)
3.
WALL·E (2008)
4.
Vuk (1981)
5.
Safety Last! (1923)
6.
The Wizard of Oz (1939)
7.
Ivan Vasilevich menyaet professiyu (1973)
8.
The Cameraman (1928)
9.
The Gold Rush (1925)
10.
The Kid (1921)
11.
Ratatouille (2007)
12.
Finding Nemo (2003)
13.
I Remember Mama (1948)
14.
The Lion King (1994)
15.
Toy Story (1995)
16.
The Incredibles (2004)
17.
Coraline (2009)
18.
Chak De! India (2007)
19.
Our Hospitality (1923)
20.
Tonari no Totoro (1988)
21.
Kavkazskaya plennitsa, ili Novye priklyucheniya Shurika (1966)
22.
Miracle on 34th Street (1947)
23.
Seven Chances (1925)
24.
Tenkû no shiro Rapyuta (1986)
25.
The Kid Brother (1927)
26.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
27.
A Christmas Story (1983)
28.
Toy Story 2 (1999)
29.
Monsters, Inc. (2001)
30.
Gake no ue no Ponyo (2008)
31.
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
32.
Shrek (2001)
33.
Brilliantovaya ruka (1968)
34.
Finding Neverland (2004)
35.
Karpuz kabugundan gemiler yapmak (2004)
36.
Steamboat Bill, Jr. (1928)
37.
How Green Was My Valley (1941)
38.
The Circus (1928)
39.
Wallace & Gromit in The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)
40.
E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
41.
My Fair Lady (1964)
42.
The Iron Giant (1999)
43.
Majo no takkyûbin (1989)
44.
Fantasia (1940)
45.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
46.
Tri orísky pro Popelku (1973)
47.
The Thief of Bagdad (1940)
48.
The Sound of Music (1965)
49.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
50.
The Thief of Bagdad (1924)
Though there are many of these movies that I have not had the pleasure of seeing or enjoying(some I think were more popular outside of America), I found that many of these movies were found in my top 10 kid’s films., Such as The Sound of Music, E.T., Shrek, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Story, The Wizard of Oz, and many many more! These movies have found their way into millions of children’s hearts, and left them laughing and learning with the character’s that were portrayed. It’s so interesting to see the old compared with the new, to see how movies have changed over the years, and to take a look at what I watched vs. my parents vs. my grandparents! I can’t even begin to imagine how this list is going to change in years to come, what will be added and what will be replaced. It so amazing to look back at all these famous titles, some old some new, but all a part of many people’s lives!
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Top 10 Best Actresses
We all know that a lot of our favorite movies would be nothing without their very important leading ladies, so for this week’s blog I decided to find the Top Ten Best actresses of all time.
In the 10th spot we have Laura Linney, best known for her roles in Mystic River, You Can Count on Me, and The Truman Show, Laura has been nominated and/or won over 30 Acting awards from 1998-2007.
In 9th place we have the one and only, Cameron Diaz. She has appeared in Shrek, The Mask, There’s Something about Mary, and many more. She has also been nominated and/or taken over 30 Acting Awards from 1997-2004.
8th place brings in Sigourney Weaver, who has graced our movie screens since the 70’s. Weaver is best known for her roles in Alien, Working Girl, and Imaginary Heroes.
In the 7th position, Julia Roberts graces us with her presence, and let’s face it no surprise here for this “pretty woman.” Julia is best remembered for her roles in Pretty Woman, Erin Brochovich, My Best Friends wedding and countless other films. Erin Brochovich alone earned her a whopping 15 awards, which I find amazing for a single actress.
In 6th place we have the famous Katherine Hepburn, who has been gracing the movie scene since the 30’s. She is found in movies such as The Philadelphia Story, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, and The African Queen. She has won 10 Best Actress awards in her movie lifetime, and has left and unbelievable impression on us all.
The 5th place goes to Nicole Kidman, a flawless actress that has starred in movies such as Happy Feet, Moulin Rouge, The Hours, and many many more. Her movie count exceeds 42 films and countless more awards for most of them. She definitely deserves a spot here on the Top 10.
In 4th place we have Julianne Moore, known best for her roles in Children of Men, Far from Heaven, and Boogie Nights. She too, has won many prestigious acting awards in her lifetime.
Kate Winslet, takes the 3rd spot of the Top 10, known for her famous roles in Titanic, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, and Sense and Sensability. Many of her movie roles have earned her numerous awards throughout the years.
Taking 2nd place is Cate Blanchett, Known best for her roles in Lord of the Rings, Notes on a Scandal, and the Curious Case of Benjamin Button. Many of her roles have earned her Best Actress Awards, which may be why this leading lady has scored a top spot on the Top 10.
And at the Very top of the list we have, Meryl Streep, who has graced the movie screen in many films such as Manhattan, Adaptation, The Hours, The River Wild, and more recently Doubt. And let’s face it, theres no “doubt” about it, that this leading lady has well paid her due to earn the top spot of our Top 10!
Well there they are, the Top 10 Leading ladies of all time. Our movie’s would definitely not be the same without them!
In the 10th spot we have Laura Linney, best known for her roles in Mystic River, You Can Count on Me, and The Truman Show, Laura has been nominated and/or won over 30 Acting awards from 1998-2007.
In 9th place we have the one and only, Cameron Diaz. She has appeared in Shrek, The Mask, There’s Something about Mary, and many more. She has also been nominated and/or taken over 30 Acting Awards from 1997-2004.
8th place brings in Sigourney Weaver, who has graced our movie screens since the 70’s. Weaver is best known for her roles in Alien, Working Girl, and Imaginary Heroes.
In the 7th position, Julia Roberts graces us with her presence, and let’s face it no surprise here for this “pretty woman.” Julia is best remembered for her roles in Pretty Woman, Erin Brochovich, My Best Friends wedding and countless other films. Erin Brochovich alone earned her a whopping 15 awards, which I find amazing for a single actress.
In 6th place we have the famous Katherine Hepburn, who has been gracing the movie scene since the 30’s. She is found in movies such as The Philadelphia Story, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, and The African Queen. She has won 10 Best Actress awards in her movie lifetime, and has left and unbelievable impression on us all.
The 5th place goes to Nicole Kidman, a flawless actress that has starred in movies such as Happy Feet, Moulin Rouge, The Hours, and many many more. Her movie count exceeds 42 films and countless more awards for most of them. She definitely deserves a spot here on the Top 10.
In 4th place we have Julianne Moore, known best for her roles in Children of Men, Far from Heaven, and Boogie Nights. She too, has won many prestigious acting awards in her lifetime.
Kate Winslet, takes the 3rd spot of the Top 10, known for her famous roles in Titanic, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, and Sense and Sensability. Many of her movie roles have earned her numerous awards throughout the years.
Taking 2nd place is Cate Blanchett, Known best for her roles in Lord of the Rings, Notes on a Scandal, and the Curious Case of Benjamin Button. Many of her roles have earned her Best Actress Awards, which may be why this leading lady has scored a top spot on the Top 10.
And at the Very top of the list we have, Meryl Streep, who has graced the movie screen in many films such as Manhattan, Adaptation, The Hours, The River Wild, and more recently Doubt. And let’s face it, theres no “doubt” about it, that this leading lady has well paid her due to earn the top spot of our Top 10!
Well there they are, the Top 10 Leading ladies of all time. Our movie’s would definitely not be the same without them!
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Past Idol Winners
For this week’s blog I decided to follow up my precious one of the Top Five, which ended with American Idol at the top. I decided to find out about all the previous winners of American Idol.
In the first season the winner was Kelly Clarkson. She walked her way to glory and became America’s first American Idol as she won 58% votes, on 4th September 2002. Millions of people sat glued to their television sets waiting nervously to find out who would win the title of America’s best singer, Justin Guarini or Kelly Clarkson. In my opinion Kelly is perhaps one of the most successful Idol winners, and ironically the very first one.
Christopher Ruben Studdard became the next winner of the series. The records, till June 2007, say that Studdard is the fifth-best selling American Idol performer with more than 2.4 million albums sold in the U.S.
The third season of American Idol in 2004 gave us, Fantasia Monique Barrino. She released her debut single I Believe which was at number-one position on the Billboard Hot 100. And she also won the 2007 Theater World Award owing to her marvelous stage debut performance.
The most popular and most successful American Idol winner Carrie Underwood was crowned as the 4th season’s winner of American Idol in May 2005. After winning the American Idol title, Carrie has become a multi-platinum selling recording artist. Her debut album Some Hearts was certified 6x platinum and is known as the fastest selling debut country album in Nielsen SoundScan history. Underwood is also the first American Idol winner to win all three major music awards in the same awards show season , including four American Music Awards, thirteen Billboard Music Awards, and two Grammy Awards, including the award for the Best New Artist.
Taylor Reuben Hicks, on May 24, 2006, won American Idol’s 5th season title. Hicks, started as an underdog on the show however, he ended up winning the American Idol title. Thereafter he was signed by Arista Records.
The 6th American Idol winner, Jordin Brianna Sparks, is the youngest Idol winner at age 17. In August 2007, Jordin has signed up with 19 Recordings/Jive Records /Zomba Label group which made her the first Idol winner to join the label group.
And the latest winner of American Idol, is Texas native David Cook. He won the American Idol contest on May 21, 2008. After a week after his victory, Cook broke several Billboard chart records and had as many as eleven songs debut on the Hot 100 list.
Well, there they are, all the previous winners of American Idol.
In the first season the winner was Kelly Clarkson. She walked her way to glory and became America’s first American Idol as she won 58% votes, on 4th September 2002. Millions of people sat glued to their television sets waiting nervously to find out who would win the title of America’s best singer, Justin Guarini or Kelly Clarkson. In my opinion Kelly is perhaps one of the most successful Idol winners, and ironically the very first one.
Christopher Ruben Studdard became the next winner of the series. The records, till June 2007, say that Studdard is the fifth-best selling American Idol performer with more than 2.4 million albums sold in the U.S.
The third season of American Idol in 2004 gave us, Fantasia Monique Barrino. She released her debut single I Believe which was at number-one position on the Billboard Hot 100. And she also won the 2007 Theater World Award owing to her marvelous stage debut performance.
The most popular and most successful American Idol winner Carrie Underwood was crowned as the 4th season’s winner of American Idol in May 2005. After winning the American Idol title, Carrie has become a multi-platinum selling recording artist. Her debut album Some Hearts was certified 6x platinum and is known as the fastest selling debut country album in Nielsen SoundScan history. Underwood is also the first American Idol winner to win all three major music awards in the same awards show season , including four American Music Awards, thirteen Billboard Music Awards, and two Grammy Awards, including the award for the Best New Artist.
Taylor Reuben Hicks, on May 24, 2006, won American Idol’s 5th season title. Hicks, started as an underdog on the show however, he ended up winning the American Idol title. Thereafter he was signed by Arista Records.
The 6th American Idol winner, Jordin Brianna Sparks, is the youngest Idol winner at age 17. In August 2007, Jordin has signed up with 19 Recordings/Jive Records /Zomba Label group which made her the first Idol winner to join the label group.
And the latest winner of American Idol, is Texas native David Cook. He won the American Idol contest on May 21, 2008. After a week after his victory, Cook broke several Billboard chart records and had as many as eleven songs debut on the Hot 100 list.
Well, there they are, all the previous winners of American Idol.
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