Since the Twilight diehards all screened the movie weeks ago, the theatre was virtually empty during the showing that my pal B and I attended. This meant a)we could dissect the movie without interruption from screaming teen girls and b)we could have three-fourths of the theatre to ourselves and discuss our thoughts while there.....stereotypes be damned! So here it goes:
1)Would anyone really believe that Edward and the rest of the Cullens are in high school? (FYI..this thought applies to all of the Twilight movies).
2)How many wigs is Kristin Stewart ("Bella") wearing in this movie and why can't the hair and make-up people make them all either black or dark brown, not both?
3)What's up with Jasper's wig? Also, why does Jasper have a southern accent in his "history" segment, but not as a vampire?
4)The original Victoria was more attractive and a better actress than that famous director's daughter who hijacked the role.
5)Why is Dakota Fanning in these movies? The lackluster role does not do her acting skills justice.
6)This movie is about a half-hour too long.
July 25, 2010
July 12, 2010
No One Likes To Be Excluded
A few years ago, I used to watch the MTV show My Super Sweet 16. Clearly, there was little substance to the show, but it was compelling because of the amounts those wealthy parents would spend on their young charges, and how demanding the teens were. Most expected the lavish party AND a brand new luxury car.
The part of the show that I found the most interesting was the party invitation process. The birthday girls seemed to relish this activity far more than the birthday boys. They scheduled the passing out of the cards in a public forum where the uninvited girls (yes, mostly girls) could be feel the sting of the exclusion. The camera would pan to those who weren't holding invitations, so viewers could witness their disappointment. 'Oh well, sucks to be them", one beaming birthday girl said facing the camera.
At the time, it occurred to me that this is not just a phase of our teen years. I thought about how many events I had attended in adulthood where a friend or someone from my social group had expected to be invited and was excluded or the times I had excluded someone (again usually a female). It is not a kind act. A fact that I believe you only fully realize when you are the one who is excluded.
But what is the alternative? Should you invite someone with whom you don't get along and then end up either ignoring them or arguing with them? That only makes it uncomfortable for the other attendees and if it is a special occasion like a wedding or baby shower, it has event-ruining potential. If you talk about the activity in the person's presence and he or she sees the excitement surrounding it, then what?
I don't know if there is a right or wrong answer to the aforementioned questions. I guess I'm just putting it out there as catharsis, and as something to ponder.
The part of the show that I found the most interesting was the party invitation process. The birthday girls seemed to relish this activity far more than the birthday boys. They scheduled the passing out of the cards in a public forum where the uninvited girls (yes, mostly girls) could be feel the sting of the exclusion. The camera would pan to those who weren't holding invitations, so viewers could witness their disappointment. 'Oh well, sucks to be them", one beaming birthday girl said facing the camera.
At the time, it occurred to me that this is not just a phase of our teen years. I thought about how many events I had attended in adulthood where a friend or someone from my social group had expected to be invited and was excluded or the times I had excluded someone (again usually a female). It is not a kind act. A fact that I believe you only fully realize when you are the one who is excluded.
But what is the alternative? Should you invite someone with whom you don't get along and then end up either ignoring them or arguing with them? That only makes it uncomfortable for the other attendees and if it is a special occasion like a wedding or baby shower, it has event-ruining potential. If you talk about the activity in the person's presence and he or she sees the excitement surrounding it, then what?
I don't know if there is a right or wrong answer to the aforementioned questions. I guess I'm just putting it out there as catharsis, and as something to ponder.
July 5, 2010
The AGE Issue-Part One
Recently, I was a guest at a wedding where the groom was 25. The bride who attended grade school and high school with me, is several years older than 25. Let's just say she could play the Lorelai character on the TV series, Gilmore Girls. She is about as slim and attractive as that character, too.
While, I believe it is awesome that my former classmate's beloved is a handsome young man whom she connects with on many levels, it started me to thinking. Why does the age of women have to be such a big deal in our society and more specifically why do I allow it to affect me?
An example... a person guessed me at being six years older than what I am. My response was shock followed by immediately texting my "in the know" acquaintances for eye cream recommendations. I did this even though I don't believe the person guessed me older because of how I look, but rather because of my demeanor and attitude.
Years ago, I decided not to befriend or spend time with any person to whom the term bitter hag could apply. I've decided I need to let go of the age issue or I run the risk of becoming one.
While, I believe it is awesome that my former classmate's beloved is a handsome young man whom she connects with on many levels, it started me to thinking. Why does the age of women have to be such a big deal in our society and more specifically why do I allow it to affect me?
An example... a person guessed me at being six years older than what I am. My response was shock followed by immediately texting my "in the know" acquaintances for eye cream recommendations. I did this even though I don't believe the person guessed me older because of how I look, but rather because of my demeanor and attitude.
Years ago, I decided not to befriend or spend time with any person to whom the term bitter hag could apply. I've decided I need to let go of the age issue or I run the risk of becoming one.
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