DQ Blizzard Commercial

Since my teenage years when my high school used to sell DQ Blizzards, I've had a liking for ice cream with chewy fillings. Plain ice cream is just not good enough. I especially enjoyed ice cream with Skor Bar inside. Yum. Tonight, during 24, my boyfriend saw a new commercial for DQ Blizzards. Ironically, I always pointed out the fact that my boyfriend often lifts his pinky when holding an object, like a cup. The commercial is fun, although potentially a bit racially problematic. I kind of miss having Blizzards, but my new love is Marble Slab. I just had one two nights ago and their delicious three-scoop ice creams was so wonderful. If you ever visit one, try our choices: caramel (flavour) with marshmallows (mixin) and maple (flavour) with Skor bar (mixin).

World Builder

Maybe it's far too late at night—or early in the morning—or maybe I just can't bear the thought of losing a loved one. Whatever the reason may be, the 9 minutes and 15 seconds World Builder brought tears to my eyes. This brilliant work of art was created by filmmaker Bruce Branit. Does his name ring a bell? It might, because you've probably seen his work before on your television set or the big screen. The visual effects section of his resume includes hit television shows Pushing Daisies and Lost, the 21st century King Kong film (2005), the film rendition of Sin City (2005), and so many more. In Branit's words, the touching short film is a story where "a strange man uses holographic tools to build a world for the woman he loves." The video is also available in high quality.



Additional link: World Builder on Facebook

Weekendtime!

Some sweet and random things found while surfing the 'net on my Friday off:

A fateful story about a man who needed a kidney as a result of congestive heart failure and his fiance who happened to be a perfect match. "In order to get him to the top of the donor list, Kelly signed up to donate hers. At first, she never dreamed she would actually be a match, but it turned out she was." Read on!

On Cloud Nine, an amazingly cute Neiman Marcus commercial for the Spring season. This is so whimsical and fluffy! Really!

via {frolic!}

And, last but not least, MSNBC's Elizabeth Svoboda writes about eight ways to reduce stress! This is a department I'm sure we could do with some tips!

1. Say "Om" and mediate.
   
2. Make a great iPod mix.
   
3. Hit the sack early—or take a nap.
   
4. Sip some black tea.
   
5. Hang out with a funny friend.
   
6. Schedule a massage.
   
7. Do something spiritual.
   
8. Chew a piece of gum.

This weekend, I will be reading Frankenstein (1818 ed.), Lady in the Lake by Raymond Chandler, and Marvel X-Men comics to study for a midterm and to write a film review essay!

Have a great weekend!

Watchmen: Creating Dr. Manhattan

In exactly a week today, the film adaptation of the graphic novel Watchmen will be out in movie and IMAX theatres everywhere! I am beyond excited to see how the movie turns out and how Zach Snyder transformed the comics onto the big screen.

In addition to the costumes and set designs, I am most interested in the character portrayal. And out of the Watchmen characters, you know the toughest one to transform from 2D into 3D has to be Dr. Manhattan. The only one with superpowers, he's a walking glow of blue that fluctuates in height and in quantity—at one point, there will be three of him! Anyway, see for yourself some behind the scenes action with Billy Crudup!



Want more? Check out "Who’s Responsible for Dr. Manhattan?" from the Official Watchmen Blog!

And you won't believe the merchandise they're making for this film. Watchmen...condoms?

The Bird and the Bee

I just saw this fabulous video of The Bird and the Bee performing on Ellen DeGeneres yesterday. How adorable are they?



I first discovered them two years ago when Lily Allen announced her North American tour to support Alright, Still. I recall thinking the band was beyond peculiar, but I adored their whimsical tunes; the use of tambourine and synthesizers was perfect with Inara's angelic voice. In April 2007, I saw them live at the Phoenix Concert Hall in Toronto. I couldn't help but dance along, snap my fingers and clap my hands to the beat.

My favourite songs? "F*cking Boyfriend", "I'm a Broken Heart" and "Because"