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Movie Review: Vin Diesel’s Los Bandoleros

Movie Review: Vin Diesel’s Los Bandoleros

The 411: The film tells the intriguing back story about the characters and events leading up to the explosive oil truck heist in Fast & Furious. Featuring Fast & Furious cast members Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tego Calderon, Don Omar and Sung Kang.

The Good: Well as you already know, this short movie tells the tale that you did not know watching the 4th installment of Fast & Furious and that is what happened before they explosive oil truck heist in the full on motion picture. It was great to see some of the old characters again and Vin Diesel directed this short and did a hell of a job. when I attended the screening at Universal studio’s I actually really enjoyed myself..

The Bad: First, I was confused because when they spoke Spanish for liked 5 min and I thought the entire movie was shot that way. It was possible just a little to short and I wish that they had added maybe 10 more minutes to flesh out a few more details on the story and the characters. I guess that is why you need to watch the full feature to get it.

The Last Words: It shows Vin Diesel as a family man and a lover when Michelle Rodriguez shows up in the last five minutes of the short. I highly recommend that you buy the DVD of the new Fast & Furious and watch the short before you watch the feature.

Theater, DVD, or Cable in a few years: DVD you don’t have a choice.

Movie Review: A Day In The Life

Movie Review: A Day In The Life

The 411: A DAY IN THE LIFE is an action-packed urban thriller with a decidedly unconventional operatic conceit. Told entirely through rap, the story begins with a young man by the name of Stick (Kirk “Sticky Fingaz” Jones) deciding he wants out of the street life. When two members of opposing crime families are gunned down, Stick finds himself caught in the middle of an explosive blood bath. Soon, hes faced with a decision of loyalty or a new beginning.

The Good: The points I appreciated with this movie was that it goes where no other movie of its kind has gone! It made an action-packed urban thriller where the dialogue is performed entirely in rap. Kirk “Sticky Fingaz” Jones tried to do something new and special and I believe he made a pretty good movie. “A Day In The Life” takes you into the life of gang member and what happens when things just go bad.You will love this movie if you like movies with lots of gun shooting because that is what this movie is all about. Seeing who could fire off enough bullets in the least amount of time.

The Bad: This movie is made for an audience that appreciates “urban gangster movies” and especially rap music. This is not “High School Musical” and they don’t try to be that either. My question is “how much of an audience does the movie have?’ I’m sure they lost alot because it is done completely in rap.

The Last Word: The movie is your typical “gangster movie” which we’ve have seen before and we will again! The only thing that makes Mr. Jones’ directorial debut any different is the dialoge is completely in rap. If you like these kind of movies, then you’ll really enjoy this independent movie set in Los Angeles.

Theater, DVD, or Cable in a few years: If you’re a fan of this kind of genre, it will be a great movie to watch. If you’re not a fan of a “gangster musical”, then you may want to wait until it hits cable in a few months.

Mercedes Benz fashion Week New York Fall 2010

Mercedes Benz fashion Week New York Fall 2010

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week New York will be held at Bryant Park in New York. The show is produced by IMG. Only accredited agencies may register to see the show.

Modea Paris Haute Couture Spring/Summer in Paris

Modea Paris Haute Couture Spring/Summer in Paris

Haute Couture Fashion Week in Paris. Accredited agencies only. January 25th to the 28th.

DC Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2010

DC Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2010

DC Fashion week is open to the public. It will be From February 15 to the 21st in Washington, DC.

www.dcfashionweek.org

Hong Kong Fashion Week

Hong Kong Fashion Week

Hong King Fashion Week is January 18th to the 21st in Hong Kong, China. Shows are open to the public with registration. It will be hosted at the Hong Kong Visitors Centre.

See more information at www.hkfashionweekfw.hktdc.com

Mercedes Benz fashion Week Berlin

Mercedes Benz fashion Week Berlin

See the Autumn/Winter collections in Germany. This is an IMG event. You must be accredited to see this show.

Christian Serratos from Twilight New Moon

Christian Serratos from Twilight New Moon

RUNWAY

COVER GIRL

Christian Serratos

What do you like best about working on “Twilight”?

It has been amazing to be able to meet all of the awesome fans, working with all the incredible people in the cast and getting to meet amazing people in the industry (i.e. Catherine Hardwicke).

What is your most memorable experience on the set?

My first day on the set of “Twilight” was probably the most memorable experience. Just having lunch with Catherine and the whole cast figuring out the process and just getting initiated with everyone.

What is your favorite thing in your closet?

My Stella McCartney “Over the Knee” boots, which are the perfect fall accessory!

Who is your favorite designer?

Right now, Stella McCartney is probably my favorite designer, especially after seeing her Autumn 2009 line. I am also very impressed with the new vegan lines coming from Versace and Miu Miu.

What are your favorite shoes?

I love my Converse, they are always safe.

Who are your favorite bands?

Paramore, Mindless Self-indulgence, Heffron Drive, and of course the Spice Girls. 75

Who are your influences?

There are too many people in my life to name as influences or role models, that I couldn’t name just one. Everyone in my life is an incredible influence.

What got you interested in acting?

My Mom. She did extra work here and there and I eventually got the acting bug seeing her on set.

What do you do for fun?

The amount of time I have for fun is spent on taking the time to relax and play with my puppy. I also am going to have to have someone take away my credit card because my addiction to shopping is getting out of hand!

What can you tell “Runway” that the rest of the world doesn’t know?

I was born with two different color eyes, but they are the same color now.

What are your plans for the future?

To stay busy. I get bored very easily so I like to stay entertained. I am currently working on a jewelry line so I hope to get the up and going.

What is your favorite movie and why?

“The House of Yes”. First of all, I love Parker Posey. It’s a dark, yet funny movie. It is kind of indescribable, go rent it!

Where is your favorite spot on Earth?

I love Vancouver where we are filming the movies. The atmosphere in the city is so laid back and calm, and the city is absolutely beautiful. I also love being anywhere in Mexico (where my family is from) because it’s so humbling to be around family, especially when you are escaping the razzle dazzle of Hollywood. On a day-to-day basis my favorite place is my kitchen because that’s where all my amazing food is!

What time is your earliest call time?

I had a 4:00 AM call time once! It is like when your Mom tells you are going to Disneyland the next day and then you spend the whole night thinking and anticipating the following day, but you never actually get sleep.

Are you a day person or night person?

Night person. I do all my best thinking at night.

What is your advice to aspiring talent?

I don’t really need to give anyone advice because I think passion alone will guide them to where they want to go. Always listen to your instincts and trust yourself.

What charities do you work with?

PETA [She will be the new face of the “I’d Rather go Naked Than Wear Fur” Campaign] and I donate to any animal charity I can. I look forward to getting more involved with charity work in the future.

Telescope has a plan

Telescope has a plan

In today’s music industry one is hard pressed to find those with a relentlessly positive and optimistic outlook. Telescope, an Arizona based alternative rock foursome, is one of those groups. Telescope is fighting, it seems, against a constant current of industry professionals saying this is one of the hardest times for new music to break. Telescope takes the following approach: They have decided they are going to make music, music that says something about who they are, and even, who we all are.

Over the past two years the band has been together they have proven they are miles from the typical garage band weekend warrior types. They have approached their band essentially how an entrepreneur would set out to build a company. They have leased an office space, turned it into a rehearsal studio/ office headquarters, they keep a desk sized calendar on the wall, and are on the phone every waking hour which is not spent writing music, or at home with family. Working on a music career requires a startling amount of sweat and tears behind the scenes.

Mike Seitz, the guitar and keyboard player from the band explains. “You have to constantly be thinking with two minds. The creative side of you needs to be making the music, and the business side of you has to work logically to make an infrastructure for marketing your product. As in any business, those two can often come into conflict.

Things are beginning to move fast for Telescope. Everyday now the band has conference calls with their new manager and attorney, talks to someone from a major record label, or spends time negotiating contracts for upcoming shows. As for the band members, brothers Seth and Jason Holland, Mike Seitz, and Seth Johnson, they feel like their efforts are paying off. It may be only a matter of time before Telescope is a household name, and we will be those who fondly say, “we knew them back when!

Middle East Fashion Week

Middle East Fashion Week

Fashion show & Trade Exhibition 24 designers for Fashion Show from various countries worldwide. 50 Exhibition stands for Fashion Designers and Accessories. 24 International models and celebrities.

Shayne Lamas Interview

Shayne Lamas Interview

Tell us about “The Lamas Family!”? My family is full of entertainers who will give an open door and let our viewers into our everyday lives. Initially, I wondered (as anyone would) if it was a good idea, but in filming the pilot for E! network, I found that not only will people fall in love with the dynamic of our family, but the true love we hold for each other. You will see the good, the bad and the beautiful . Everyone’s family tells a different story and we want to share ours.

What was growing up in show business like? When I was a little girl, I grew up on the my dad’s set “Renegade.” I would want to go to work with him everyday because I LOVED being in the hair and makeup trailer getting all dolled up. Growing up on set was normal to me, it was simple “Dad’s work” to me and I absolutely fell in love with it all. I was always fascinated with learning everyone’s roles on the set and how a show was made. When I was about 10 years old I decided this is where I belong, on sets … making movies.

What is your favorite thing in your closet? My favorite thing in my closet would have to be my first pair of heels that I have kept over the years. I slept with them for weeks after my mom finally bought them for me. I was about 12 years old … Keep in mind the heel was about a half inch but still they were heels to me. What do you do for fun? I love taking my dog Madison to the beach or on hikes and enjoy the beautiful city I live in. I’ve always been a beach gal, so naturally I love going to the beach and surfing. Its the most calming, relaxing thing I could do for myself.

Who is your favorite designer? My favorite designer would have to be Chloe for clothes and YSL for shoes.You’re making me want to go shopping now!

Who are your influences? I look to my fabulous grandmother Arlene Dahl for all my advice in life . She is one of the most inspiring, influential individuals that I have come across my 23 years on this earth. She is old Hollywood at its finest. I only wish I will give my granddaughter what she has given me.

Where did you learn to act and why did you want to get into it? I started acting very young and continued to do so in high school. I went to acting class every week, because my father always said, “Know your craft. Know everything there is to know and never stop learning or taking classes.” So, I listened. After high school it was college or Hollywood, and I booked a role on “General Hospital” so my path was chosen, Hollywood.

What can you tell Runway that the rest of the world doesn’t know? No one knows, but I always have a scarf in my purse to dress up or down my outfit. I am a true scarf lover.

What films do you got coming out? I recently worked on three films— “Endless Bummer,” “Deep in the Valley,” and “In the Pines” which all come out this Fall!

What is your favorite movie and why? My favorite movie, (don’t laugh), is “Clueless” because it is a funny, feel-good movie that I watched as a girl growing up. I know every line! Where is your favorite spot on Earth? I would have to say my favorite spot on Earth is my bed. It’s my sanctuary— my sleep is very important to me, so when I have 3 a.m. call times I am not a happy girl!

Are you a day person or night person? When I am working on a project, I like to wake up early, go workout, maybe take a walk.When I am on hiatus or not working on something, I like to sleep in and become more of a night person.

What is your advice to aspiring talent? My advice to aspiring talent: If you have the passion for this industry, keep your craft close to your heart. Learn as much as you can about it and don’t be satisfied. Always keep your skills fresh and your mind working on where you want to be.You’ll find that you will get there if you do so. Have patience and trust in yourself and you will be able to do anything you set your mind on.

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