The Princess and the Frog

Been awhile since I've posted blah blah. Today's post is dedicated to Disney's upcoming 2-D animated feature The Princess and the Frog.

Before I go too in depth on the subject of today lets view the trailer.


Tell me that doesn't look good?

Now, I have a theory that Prince Naveen is somewhat based off the 1920s icon Rudolf Valentineo. For those of you who don't know Rudy he was probably one of the most iconic actors back in his day and was adored by women mostly because of his role in the movie The Sheik. The Sheik is such an iconic film at the time that the word sheik was used to describe a handsome man

A clip from The Sheik.


Here are some pics of Rudolf Valentino.




Now here is a pic of Prince Naveen.



See the similarities?

Now lets talk about how important this film is to cinematic animation.

In 2004 Disney's animated studios closed it's doors down for good after the failure of Treasure Planet and Home on the Range.Instead of blaming the movies failures on bad story telling it was blamed on the fact 2D was something of the past and 3D movies is what people wanted to see. This was more decided on the fact that the 3D films were bringing in more dough then 2D films.Sadly when Disney decided never to do 2D films everyone follows to that example. I'm guessing the 3D films that were making the money was of course Pixar. You want to know why Pixar does so well? It's because Pixar movies are the closest thing we got to what Disney used to be. Pixar is all about creating films for everyone enjoy. I am certain that if Disney himself was alive he would be proud of all the Pixar films.

The Princess and the Frog might be the final straw to tell if 2D animation is dead or not. If the movie fails I have a feeling that this will be the last 2D film by Disney for a long time if not forever. If you care about the future of animation at all see this movie even if it doesn't look appealing to you. If this movie does extremely well then it will bring back the Disney we all know and love.

To find out more about the closing of animated studios check out this link.

http://www.aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=16759

Now to see more and learn more about the movie watch these videos.











I'm not going to talk about the whole race issue because I'm sick of it. People need to stop seeing everything by race and color all the time. A human being to me is a human being to me no matter what race they are.

I end this post with the official movie poster.



oh and here is the link to the official Princess and the Frog websitehttp://disney.go.com/disneypictures/princessandthefrog/

I am currently:Tired

I really need to post more. -_- Anyways lets move on.



If you were a little girl in the 90s chances are you caught a glimpse of Sailor Moon. I was a fan of the series myself and I share fond memories pretending be a Sailor Scout with my friends. If you are feeling nostalgic and I'm sure you are and you want something to laugh at then I have the thing for you. The Sailor Moon Abridged Series. You'll laugh and you'll cry. Well more likely the former, but if you remember the English dub in the 90s I'm almost certain you'll enjoy this.

Note:This is spoofing the English dubbed Sailor Moon not the actual Japanese version of Sailor Moon.

Warning:Has some naughty language so if you don't like that then maybe you shouldn't watch.



To catch more Sailor Moon fun just go to the link below.

http://www.sailormoonabridged.com/




Today's showcase is for Dismantled Fashions a site the specializes in Pin-up type clothing.


A.Bolero Shrug
Price:$25.00

B.The Doghouse Skirt
Price:$40.00

C.Catie May Dress - Skull & Roses
Starting Price at: $50.00

D.Lola Skirt - Tattoo
Starting Price at: $45.00

E.Miss Sassy Dress - Pink Calaveras
Starting at: $50.00

F.Cha Cha Skirt - Cherries
Price:$40.00

I am Currently:Nostalgic

This Post has been Ocelot approved

Here is a little something about me. Ocelots are my favorite animal. Not that they do anything interesting I just love them. They remind of house cats this is probably the main reason why I like them. In encountered something awhile back that I would like to share with you all even though its not something that a lot of people will like.


It's an Ocelot fur coat. It takes 16 Ocelots to make just one fur coat and frankly I think it's disgusting. I don't like fur coats in the first place I find them very tacky and in bad taste. I have no problem with fur being used when it is needed to keep warm in parts of the world where there is no alternative but for those who buy fur because its fashionable is disgusting.




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WARNING:THIS PICTURE IS A BIT DISTURBING ITS A PICTURE OF A SKINNED OCELOT. YOU MAY SKIP THROUGH IT IF YOU LIKE.



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Now for some facts on Ocelots.

Scientific name: Leopardis pardalis


Status: Endangered but it is labeled as least concerned




Litter Size - 2 average



Life Span - 8-11 years Domestic ones can live to 20.



Habitat: Tropical forests.Solitary.




BEHAVIOR:
Ocelots are strongly nocturnal, resting in trees or dense brush during the day. Ocelots are very active, traveling from one to five miles per night. Males usually travel further than females. They capture an average of one prey item for every 3.1 hours of travel.




DIET:Ocelots are carnivores, they hunt and eat animals such as rodents, rabbits, young deer, birds, snakes and fish.



THREATS:Habitat destruction for agriculture, hunting for their fur, pet trade.



Meet Padfoot the Ocelot painter.



Ocelots have even been kept as pets.


Even by Salvador Dali


Many people when they see these guys want them as a pet. This is highly discouraged because no matter how much they look like your typical house cat they are still a wild animal. There is good news though an Ocicat which is bred to look like an Ocelot can make a very nice pet.



Amy Lee with what I think is an Ocicat.

Here is an informational video on Ocelots.


I am Currently:Listless

Today's showcase is for Candy Violet a clothes line geared toward Lolita fashion. If you don't know what Lolita fashion is look it up because I would have to dedicate a whole blog post to properly explain it.

Link to site:http://www.candyviolet.com/


Article on Lolita Fashion:http://www.japaneselifestyle.com.au/fashion/gothic_lolita.html

CandyViolet Showcase m


A.Marie Antoinette Dress
Price:$300

B.Paris Chic Skirt
Price:$100

C.Daisy Daisy Bustier
Price:$70

D.Polka Dots T-shirt
Price:$23 (CURRENTLY ON SALE FOR $13)

E.Dark Classic Dress Set
Price:$150

F.Belle Frivolité Jacket
Price:$55

And as always I will post the shop link under shop links.


It has been awhile since I've done a book review and I can honestly say I'm behind. I've read several books that I would like to share with you all but lets focus on only one for today.

White Oleander is a beautiful book all around.The writing is richly poetic and draws you in right away. The book starts out with the young Astrid who is the spitting image of her fierce mother Ingrid. Ingrid is a bit of a cold woman who despises weakness of any kind. All goes somewhat well in Ingrid's and Astrid's life till Ingrid meets a persistent man focused on wooing Ingrid. Ingrid finds this man highly below her standards but she end up falling in love with him. The couple lives in bliss for a short time till the man grows tired of Ingrid and breaks her heart. Rejected and humiliated Ingrid sets off to get revenge on the man and does something that sends her off to jail.With no one to care for Astrid she is sent off to become a foster child pushed around from household to household where she encounters different women that help shape her into the woman she is at the very end of the book. This book is just beautiful in so many way but it is a very gritty book in some parts so you've been warned. I would give this book ****1/2 out of *****


I went to the Denver Art Musuem and decided to take some pictures.

This is from an art piece called Fox Games by Sandy Skoglund









And I forget who did this but it's interesting, No?



I am currently:Blah

Bathing Suits

Woo! I'm finally out for the Summer and you know what that means. Time to have some fun.

I was in need for a new bathing suit ,but while shopping I found it very to find a bathing suit top that covers. This may be a personal matter but am I the only one frustrated by design of most bathing suit tops. Well if you are over a B cup you know what I mean. Its hard to find something that you are not going pop out of every 5 seconds. Well then again I'm a very active girl so I suppose if you are the lounging type this would not be a problem. Well anyways if you are like me then you have a difficult time finding a cute swimsuit that you are able to be active in so I've looked at several sites and decided to show you one wonderful bathing suits are out there.



The Betty Swimsuit


Price:$134(really cute but pricey)

Link:http://www.modcloth.com/store//ModCloth/Made+in+the+USA/The+Betty+Swimsuit

The Retro Sailor Swimsuit


Price:$124.99

Link:http://www.modcloth.com/store//ModCloth/PinUpandBombshell/Retro+Sailor+Swimsuit

Bathing Beauty wading swimsuit Wine

Price:$89.99

Link:http://www.modcloth.com/store//ModCloth/Made+in+the+USA/Bathing+Beauty+Retro+Swimsuit+in+Wine

Cherry Red Bikini (My Personal fav)

Price:$84
Link: http://www.lolitagirlstore.com/chredbi.html



SAILOR BETTY "AHOY" BATHING SUIT


Price:$98

Link:http://www.lolitagirlstore.com/sabebasu.html


The Sweet Cheeks Bikini in Red Polka Dot with White Ties



Price:$64

Link:http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/sweet-cheeks-bikini-red-polka.html



The Gidget Bikini in Pink Bubblegum Dots


Price:$64

Link:http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/gidget-bikini-pink-bubblegum.html



Schoolgirl Bikini


Price:$62

Link:http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/red-plaid-leopard-swimsuit.html

Mossimo® Solid Mix and Match Swimwear - Navy


Price: $12.58 - $19.99

Link:http://www.target.com/dp/B001JI1K92/ref=sc_qi_img_viewdetails?ie=UTF8&pf_rd_r=0MSYK3XGZY9KRQS10115&pf_rd_p=451554401&title=view%20full%20details&pf_rd_i=B001JI1K92&pf_rd_s=popup-1&pf_rd_m=A1VC38T7YXB528&pf_rd_t=5301


Xhilaration® Owl Swim Bottom - Navy

Price:$7.48 - $7.48

Link:http://www.target.com/Xhilaration-Owl-Swim-Bottom-Navy/dp/B001KXYWJQ/179-1068840-7949649?ie=UTF8&node=618280011&frombrowse=1&pricerange=&index=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse=618280011&rank=salesrank&rh=&page=4


Xhilaration® ration® Dot Twist Swimwear Black/ Pink


Price:$10.49 - $14.99

Link:http://www.target.com/Xhilaration-ration-Twist-Swimwear-Black/dp/B001JKM95Y/179-1068840-7949649?ie=UTF8&node=618280011&frombrowse=1&pricerange=&index=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse=618280011&rank=salesrank&rh=&page=4



A link for finding the bathing suit for you:http://www.freebeautytips.org/bathing-suit-tips.html


Now a video to start off the Summer! :D You know you feel phenomenal.



I am Currently:Excited

Quiz thing

I took this quiz but there was this one question that had two answers that I pretty much could go either way with so when I picked each one I got different results and here they are. Hey I can be both if I want. I'm just that awesome.

You Are 2: The Helper

You always put on a happy face and try to help those around you. You're incredibly empathetic and care about everyone you know. Able to see the good in others, you're thoughtful, warm, and sincere. You connect with people who are charming and charismatic. At Your Best: You are deeply giving, altruistic, and humble. You devote your life to others while caring for yourself too. At Your Worst: You are manipulative and enjoy making other people guilty. Your Fixation: Rejection Your Primary Fear: Being unworthy of love Your Primary Desire: To be loved unconditionally Other Number 2's: Mother Teresa, John Travolta, Princess Diana, Dr. Phil, and Mr. Rogers.

What Number Are You?

You Are 4: The Individualist

You are sensitive and intuitive, with others and yourself. You are creative and dreamy... plus dramatic and unpredictable. You're emotionally honest, real, and easily hurt. Totally expressive, others always know exactly how you feel. At Your Best: You are inspired, artistic, and introspective. You know what you're thinking, and you can communicate it well. At Your Worst: You are melancholy, alienated, and withdrawn. Your Fixation: Envy Your Primary Fear: To have no identity Your Primary Desire: To find yourself Other Number 4's: Alanis Morisette, Johnny Depp, J.D. Salinger, Jim Morrison, and Anne Rice.

What Number Are You?

Ok, I'm half awake and I found this. It can't really exist can it.




I am Currently:Tired

Cinema 2009

Oh dear it seems I never get a chance to update this blog as much as I would like to but no matter today's post is dedicated to movies I want to see this year. :D

Starting off we have 500 days of summer



Doesn't this movie look absolutely adorable. Ha it looks like there is a random musical scene and I just love it when people randomly get up and start singing and dancing.

Fame

It's a musical that is all you need to know and I just love musicals.


Public Enemies


A movie about the real gangsters. It doesn't look like anything phenomenal but I'll just have to see.

Julie & Julia

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjvJHsJD8ic

Can't post the video because people are lame and block the code for some stupid reason.

Looks like a cute movie and look Amy Adams is in it. Does anyone else think she is going to be considered one of the great actresses of this time.


Disney Pixar's Up

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USpI6Jzl3No

Who doesn't love Pixar movies. Tell you the idea when I read the plot for this movie I was like WTH? Then again I'm like that with Pixar movies. I'm asamed to say this but I though Wall-E was going to be lame but boy was I wrong. Up looks good but I don't think it can beat Robot love.

And the most anticipated movie of the year The Princess and the Frog



Woo! I miss my 2-D animation. Ha I already love it just by the trailer doesn't it look amazing. YAY! For Disney you are finally going to put out something superb without the help of PIXAR!


I am currently:Bouncy