I've been watching a lot of movies lately - mostly because I now have shin splints from that stupid fitness evaulation. I started off watching the series Long Way Down with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman. These two ride motorcycles from the north of Scotland all the way down through Europe and Africa to Cape Town. It really made for interesting viewing, seeing as they passed through 18 countries and how they were different... and how they were the same. One thing in Africa: borderposts are a nightmare. Having passed through the Zimbabwean border post many, many times I can testify to this fact. I was actually quite upset that they bypassed Zim and hardly talked about the Victoria Falls which are one of the seven wonders of the world. Maybe next time. One thing about the series was that it made me want to do the same thing! I'd love to take 3 months off and go through Africa - or Asia - or across the States. I think it's such a cool thing to do. Sure I have loads of time to do something like that now that I am unemployed, problem is that I don't have the moola so I guess that plan's going to have to go on hold.
I finally got to see the new Star Trek. I have to say that I was very impressed - the actors were great (Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto) and carried the mantle of the previous cast (especially that of William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy). I loved that Leonard Nemoy appeared as an older version of himself in the movie. This movie was almost a prequel to the original series in that it shows how Kirk and Spock first started out. Great storyline, and of course, great special effects. Oh, and did I mention that there were hotties? It kind of makes me want to haul out the old series and watch it again.
I also finally got to see Wolverine. I seem to miss all the movies I want to watch when they are on circuit so I have to wait until they come out on DVD. The advantage is, however, that I can enjoy them in the comfort of my own home. Another movie with hotties, especially Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds. It was a great action movie and was also a preview of the Wolverine character in X Men. Although the story went along at a cracking pace, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing. What I did like about the movie though was that it showed how Logan (Wolverine) became the way he did as he was a product of his past experiences so it was a brilliant introduction to his character in X Men.
And then there was Michael Jackson's This is It! It's footage taken from the rehearsals before Michael's 50 city tour - he died 8 days before it kicked off. What can I say? The music, of course, was excellent. And Michael's performance was unsurpassed. It's hard to believe that he was 50 - he still dances like he was 15 and makes it look so easy. The dancers he had were absolutely amazing and the lighting and back screen graphics as well as all the special effects indicated that it would have been a spectacular show. Truly amazing. My favourite was Thriller though, with the dancing zombies and all the wonderful special effects. What can I say? The man is a legend.
Aside from that peeps there is really not much to report; it's been a quiet weekend and with the weather still not cooperating there's no beach time involved either. So as you can see I will still be parked firmly in front of the TV for the remainder of it!
Soundtrack for the Day: Thriller - Michael Jackson. Obviously.
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