Sinnerman

Nina Simone's Sinnerman Felix Da Housecat's Heavenly House Mix:

Gone are the Cinema

For those who love Lost or 24, and for those who don't play video games but love the movies, please read anyway.

Just for fun, let's watch the opening for the "DVD Box set" Alone in the Dark first:


For a long time video games tell stories in cinematic ways. i.e. The three act structure, the dynamic camera angles, character driven, etc, etc.

The best example is Metal Gear Solid, Gears of War and Resident Evil. Silent Hill even.

As of today, I have a new love: Alone in the Dark.

For those who love Lost, you will definitely love Alone in the Dark.

It does not just have the cinematic story telling anymore. Instead, it follows television series format. For example: When you start playing, you play by episodes. Once completed, you will play the next one, starting if a recap of the last episode with a little preview of what you will see in this one.

Also, the opening theme plays.

Of course the players can choose to skip it.

Also, players can choose their "DVD" episode. This means that they can skip episodes in case they are unable to survive that stage. The developers have considered about cheating and in order to get to the finale, play everything first.

It is a sign that television is back and has evolved and is influencing the way we tell stories.

Again, for those who don't play video games but love the movies, I strongly urge you to watch this:



Yes, their marketing and style work. I'm sure. I. Will. Play. Alone in the Dark. I am going to love this word: Previously.

FUCKING MIND BLOWING.

Soon, TV will come back to try and take over cinema again.

Phil Harrison Interview:


"Are you safe/sane/sick?"

Another Production Saved!

It feels good to crush unethical producers and directors out there. I should reward myself.

Just when I schedule for a good long sleep...

Construction workers had to drill the roads near my crib.

KNNCBB

Killing the baby

Yes, I'm still trying to kill it in post. Only thing that's stopping me is the amount of work and effort put into it.

Lesson learnt: NEVER WORK WITH PRIMA DONNAS. FUCKING EGOISTIC, VAIN MOTHER F*&#ERS!

I have been so broken hearted over the destruction of it.

Jake and Amir

I love the production value versus the content. Totally, totally enjoyable. Here's three of my favorites:









Watch Jake and Amir here. I'm quite addicted to it.

The Last Mission

Before the remakes take over, here's to Hideo and his end of his legend.



This makes it hard for me to decide, 360's Gears of War I & II, or PS3's Metal Gear Solid 4 - Guns of the Patriots.

Here's a little product endorsement.


"America better sleep soundly while she can..."

Yes, the fans cry too.

Bad Boys 3 - Cheena on Vice

Yep, we should do a spin off.

Picture taken by Wayne Xu

So whatcha gonna do?

Listen to Michael Mann

251 - I forgot how much I miss Bossa Nova

This is the 251st entry: Two hundred and fifty-one are the amount of men Grace Qwek set the record with.

That aside, I realized how much I missed Bossa Nova.

Céu - Concrete Jungle

Shut In

I have written my first attempt at a pure drama for a group of NTU students.

At their screening, I must say that I'm rather proud of them with their end product.

Rough Trailer:


It's nice to hear the audience laugh and gasp for the characters. The heavy applause made me so proud of them.

So here's to Pamela Chong and Emily Qian on a job well attempted and sticking with the 70 percent of the script.

I am glad to be their associate producer/writer.

Screwback

Very well done short film. Story is a little thin, but I love the style.

Screwback:

AtomFilms.com: Funny Videos | Funny Cartoons | Comedy Central

Haunted by Memory/Scene from Monique

Every single day, I am still being haunted by what JnTe did to destroy my *baby*. I bury myself with imagines of the streets between the city and the roads.

Meanwhile, here's something from the manuscript Monique (Working Title):

INT. BASEMENT CAR PARK - DAY

They are looking at a dead body of a girl contorted into the boot of the car.

. STEVEN
. You alright?

Yan had seen enough and marches down the basement heading out.

Steven follows her.
They pass MICHAEL. He is an officer, in his late forties, from the Criminal Investigation Division who is assigned to the case.

. MICHAEL
. I hope you can sleep well tonight.

Yan pushes him out of her way.


I am still very pissed off! From now on, I will make sure I work with a team player, not a team member with ego problems!

Following Up on Mann & Depp

This is such a happy end from this post.

Michael Mann and Johnny Depp actually raced to get this done.

Who knew it will turn into Public Enemies?

From Mann's choice for the Director of Photography, he is working with Dante Spinotti again. It could be Mann back on film.

I really can't wait for it.

By the way, in strange events, Cain has convinced me to shoot my night scenes of Monique on film.

I Come with the Rain

That's what I love about this film:

Huge cast, imperfect characters, crime, desperation, violence -

I Come With The Rain Trailer
Uploaded by LagodeBarro

Massive Attack has always been a favorite reference for soundtracks.

It's so different from Scent of the Green Papaya. Can't wait to see it.

Old People Talk

Just what the hell are we talking about?

Copy the links to find out!


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Film Junkie got the old logo!
WEEeeeeeeee!!! u go check the link i gave u then u see whether u remember this drama not
Film Junkie dun remember lah, i remember the song thought
WEEeeeeeeee!!! wah lau
WEEeeeeeeee!!! CLASSIC MAN!!!
Film Junkie http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3UGParFHjY
WEEeeeeeeee!!! WAH LAU!!!
WEEeeeeeeee!!! yah i was toking about this VOLLEYBALL 1!!!!!
WEEeeeeeeee!!! knn!!!
WEEeeeeeeee!!! the other gal is Chen Xiu Huan
Film Junkie http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9PHaeRX9uU
WEEeeeeeeee!!! i now letting Chris see
WEEeeeeeeee!!! he also BUAY TAHAN LIAO!!!!!
Film Junkie now everything retro
4/24/2008 12:55:48 AM siew hua has been added to the conversation.
Film Junkie retro siao



And it went on and on between the old people talk through MSN.

Peeing from my nose

Yes, that means I'm sick and stuck with a runny nose.

I still have "Monique" to finish.

The Unbeatables Boxset

I just wish that there's a DVD boxset on the first season of The Unbeatables. I really miss the drama series.

I hope I don't have to settle for this for long.

The Old Kind

After years of watching films with inner conflicted characters, heavy talkies or plot twists, I kinda miss the late 80s Hollywood films where they just bomb everything.

Just high speed chases, gun firing, slow motion, cheesy one-liners and explosions.

Hmm...

More Ads from Home!!!

Looking for inspiration? Look no further than the ads from home!











Sorry, not all got subs.

Hmm...

This is taken by Kristy, my child actress' mother, at a wrap party of The Invisible Children.


Refer to this post.

Benz's answer to BMW Films

The Porter:



I just found one in the series.

La caida de Edgar

Lol!

How can an ordinary video become such a huge spoof hit?

Street Fighter:


Mortal Kombat:


Star Wars:


Mario Bros:

Reminder from the Past

I am reminded of how I hate speed writing since the days of Harsh City.

But at the same time, I'm rather excited about it.

Rest In Peace Mr. Heston

RIP

Charlton Heston was 84

Zombie Love

Along the same vein as this post.

Bent - Magic Love
Spreading Love the zombie way!



Why the hell didn't I make any MTV soon?

Beyond the Last Limit

I was gone smashed last night at a wrap party. I realized a few stuff.

When you're drunk,
1. Suddenly you need to control yourself like a 3rd person game.
2. Handheld is more Handheld.
3. A constant urge to sway.

Whoa. Thank God I have no hangovers.

The Conspiracy I like to Have

I want I want I want I want I want!



Even Paul Oakenfold is involved!

They Lied...

My jaw dropped to the floor.

New in my list

After Carnahan, Mann, To, Greengrass, someone new makes it in my list of heroes:



David Ayer.

Crime Overlooked

A vice forgotten in Singapore: Human Trafficking & Modern-day Slavery

Hong Kong Street (Working Title)

My Atonement to The Moment:
A murder leading to a two day man hunt along South Bridge Road.

It's quite exciting to write it. Expect characters like Steven from Fallen and Yan from The Moment. But I shall not put in any details yet.

Now in Treatment stage.

Screenwriting with Music

It's official; from now on, whenever I write my next Crime film, I will have Youtube running Lupe Fiasco's music.

Should I ever direct again, I'll keep this street music in mind for pacing.



Put You on the Game

Coma

these days when I sleep, I almost refuse to wake.

I need to find a new job quick before I sleep my life away.

Arthur C. Clarke

He was 90 years old.

Rest in Peace.

Anthony Minghella

He was 54.

Rest in Peace.

The Moment

The production stage, I'm almost done...

This is it.

Everyone's working hard. Here's to them.

Spirits of Mann, Carnahan, To, Greengrass and God, be with me.

Last Man on Earth

Watch it here.

Alternate Ending

I prefer this ending:





Reason: Sequels with the world's most bankable actor.

Somehow, I wish the book''s ending is shot.

SPOILER and Noted from imdb:
In the book, Neville is a "legend" among vampires, ironically taking the role that had once belonged to the vampire itself. He is now one who stalks and kills persons as they sleep. In the movie, Neville becomes a "legend" because he is the one who provides a cure to the plague.

Only Idiots...

Yep, I agree.

New Line is No More!

The very second I posted this blog...

This happens!










Even after the success of LOTR?

What the hell is going on?

New Line's Horror

What the hell? New Line might not releasing it?

I have been waiting for this movie for so long and why the hell the studio would do something like this?

Is there a why?

Even Mr. Carnahan is upset too!

Here's the trailer:

Cold Feet

I'm having it.






It's really at a crazy stage right now.






meep*

How Cool is iBand?

Take a look!

Matt's Aftermath

This is a returned come back:



LOL

Soundtrack

One day, when I have the budget, would like to have folk + choir + orchestra as my soundtrack.

This is the soundtrack preview of the video game: Alone in the Dark

Fourteen Dollar Mutubak

A hand for scale.

Horay! Blu-ray!

With HD DVD gone, I have decided, I. Will. Buy. PS3.

As horror is my favorite game genre, I'm making this one of my first video game list:

Damon's Come Back

Remember Kimmel's jokes on Matt Damon? Watch this one too! And this one!

Here's his come back with Sarah Silverman!

Fellow Country Man!

Huge respect to director Thanonchai Sornsriwichai.

Kite

Went flying with the gang.




And I dunno what scares me, the posters behind or something else. Thanks Norainah for this totally candid picture.

So, are you a Single-porean?

Painful

Which one is more painful?

1 - Having me spread my legs and receiving a kick in the balls or
2 - Trying to produce and direct The Moment

I Love the Streets

Nothing excites me more than characters screaming one liners as if they shutter facts at the back of their hands and fast dialogue exchange in a cop movie.

Last Straw

For another stupid reason.



If another person leave the production, I will quit.

Old Folk dancing to Acid Lounge!

Think Twice - Ralph Myerz and the Jack Herren Band



Too cool.

Sigh, when can I make an MTV?

Corny Sunglass Abuse and Liking it

BADDDDDD.... But I actually love David and his sunglass input for the show!



Jim Carrey's take:


LOL!

Sought

Someone reached out for me.

I am still unable to forgive, thus I shunned.

I was struggling to get through the day doing my preproduction with my assistant director and co-producer when I got the call.

I froze.

For a while, I actually have to think of what a normal person would do next.

"I'm busy."

See, to them, the whole story is not complete and I am the only one who carry the burden in my heart.







To their ignorance, I hate them. They can believe whatever they want. For screwing me over so that they can exercise their emotions make them forget that I am human too.

"The lights are golden.... Off... Hello Tomorrow."

Only a damaged heart can truly understand how to smile for it knows what pains one has to go through.

The Day

It's coming.


Holy Dread...

Still Can Look Serious!

The Random Verse

I was so upset.

I turned to the bible in desperate hope to find encouragement.

Proverbs 28: 10





Now I need help learning about forgiveness.

Rest In Peace

Heath Ledger.
1979 - 2008

One less cowboy on earth and one more in heaven.

Toll

The emotional highs and lows are unbalanced and it's too much for me.

Never has a project took me so much pain and sorrow but this one.

I am still considering about it...

Andrew Kevin Walker

My writing idol is back!

Google: The Wolf Man.

Friend found in MDA

Farah



Haven't seen her in a while. It was a nice surprise.

Soothing

Acoustic versions of my favorite soundtracks.

"Promise"



"Theme of Laura"


Hopefully things will pick up soon.

Leaving it to Him

I apologize for causing a scare from the previous post.

I am still considering the ultimatum. But I'm leaving it to Him for I have asked.

We'll just have to wait and see if the struggle should continue.

Broken, Shattered and Nothing

I have forsaken human love, work opportunities, and personal time.

I have no assurance that things are going to work out. I have little support. I have too many burdens to bear.

If this fails, I'm left with nothing.

I will become, nothing.

Ten days into the new year and I'm already hating it. I asked myself today, how many times do I have to make mistakes in one single project of my own? How many fucking times?!








Upon utter depression, I have put this into consideration: Maybe the only way to stop making the mistakes, is to quit.

Words from David Lynch

Wise words. Damn funny seeing an angry filmmaker rant too.



Get real!



It's bullshit!

Recalling the Tree

I remember being very impressed by the romanticism of the film released 2007 in Singapore.



Nothing like Love through Desperation.

Biting my Nails

No notifications yet.

I damn anxious.

More Joe!

More stuff from Joe Carnahan!

Click here and here!

New Year News

It was made known to me today and I had a long hard reflection on it.








I have trust issues.

Time for me to change. To those reading this, Help me too.

It's Coming

The budget is still at a dangerous level.

And it's two months from now.

I can't help but feel excited and afraid at the same time. My dream short, also my scariest one.




Meep

Joe and Ads

If Joe Carnahan did this ad to raise funds for his film Smokin' Aces as well as publicizing it, I wanna do something for either The Moment or The Children!

It affects Bugs too!

LOL!

Daft

To the Netizens who have seen the Daft Hands craze on YouTube...


The craze has just been upgraded...



O_o ?

For those who dunno, Daft Hands rule is that everything is shot in one take. So this means no screw ups. Those interested to know more try YouTubing keywords: Daft Hands Around The World.

One Nite in Mongkok

Why the hell did I miss this film on the big screen?


This rocks!



I love every sense of it, from the way it is shot to the way the story unfolds!



Love it! Love it! Love it!

Storyboard Night

Mashed up.

Mann produces again!

Away from Batman or The Dark Knight for a while, I present to ya the trailer of: Hancock!



And it doesn't look like a cheap superhero movie like Underdog.


Yes, I am bias. THIS MOVIE GONNA ROCK!

Just so you know where it's from...

Hehehe...

Toilet Complaint

Found above a urinal.

Aaron

Taken in a bus. The one beside him is just some random guy.

The Girl from...

A character out of Jeremy Sng's short film.

GTA Spoof

LOL!!!!!!

Bikini Karate

Huh?



I dunno about you guys, as much as I would like good looking females in bikinis, this as a video game is damn disturbing.

And this is a sequel to Bikini Karate Babes (German video review below), supposed to be a spoof of fighting games. And that too, is disturbing.




Turned on? No man, I'm freaked out.

10th Moving Images

Taken just before the event.



Belongs to Chris Yeo.

Coke + Vodka

Due long time ago.






Playing 24.

FutureMeOrg

From the past, how cool is that?






The following is an e-mail from the past, composed on Wednesday,
December 7, 2005, and sent via FutureMe.org

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check out the FutureMe book - available now!
http://www.amazon.com/futureme/
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Dear JD,

This is going to be the happiest time of your life. You can finally go
out there and make your film. Remember to call (CENSORED) and (CENSORED).


Most important: You can finally (CENSORED).

From your past two years ago before NS,
C.

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Those are censored for a reason. Get me drunk and I'll tell you more...

My Fave Genre on PS3

Crime... And I can get to be involved legally...

I can't wait.

Chris Christmas Rodriguez

MAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Oh my God!

Bold adversiting! Vote him over Santa!







There's lots more! Just google him!

The Simple Question

That I found it hard to answer...

Why don't I give relationships a chance.









To EQ: I just never thought of it.

People are who they are shaped by their experiences.

Adapt

Should I?

MDA Rap

I'm not posting the video up, but...

I'm just curious on what the hell they were thinking.

I bet the producer has balls of steel to release it.

Group

Taken by Farhana.

Half Time

They must have practiced a lot.

For WOW Whores

Haha, I don't play WOW, but I love the marketing.





Fool!

Moved Again by a Classic

Charles Dickens' Great Expectations

It breaks my heart as well as Pip's.

The Better Blair Witch like

Oh my God...

J.J., I forgive you for M:I-3.



Watch high quality here.

Boar

As seen in Ubin.