Viewing and Venturing Part ONE

For the past few weeks I took some time to catch up on some "personal" time. I'm always busy so when I do have my personal time I use it well. Yes, part of that includes me sitting on my ass, but I'm still highly active even when I'm still. There were a few days where i just left one sock on, made a lazy dinner, messed up room intentionally and relaxed. I call this the "Half-Ass Glass"; I'm not full nor, am I empty. ;-) One method I use for finding creativity is making an attempt to enjoy every day events from a different perspective. With my surroundings clearly in chaos and no direction, I'm adding another element to how I view everyday life. It may not be the greatest way to experience things, but I'll learn something new.

So with that said, I watched some shows and movies that I didn't get a chance to when they first came out.
Here's a little run down of what's been happening on my crazy canvas of life:

BBC's "LUTHER" (2010)

 

-This show is brilliant. 'Nuff said. I know many might disagree from the awkward slope of consistency the show offers, but the acting is worth it. John Luther (Idris Elba) is a genius detective with a trouble past and serious anger issues. The most interesting thing about the series is watching Luther try to control his emotions in and outside of his cases.

It's better to watch the show than listen to me explain it. The clip above is a good example of just how dynamic Luther's character is.

Trollhunter (2011)

 

-What a wierd, but clever film. I had no idea what to expect from this and I'm glad I was thrown into a pleasant surprise. It's about 3 Norwegian students that film a documentary on this hunter who is tracking "trolls." Yeah...trolls.

Don't let that steer you away, these "so-called" trolls are some of the coolest creatures you'll meet. They are so well designed they look believable. Each troll is monstrous and highly convincing in the territories they inhabit. People should admire the creativity in foreign directors. You would never see something
this cool in America.

We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011)

 

-Wow. Before you even THINK about watching this, be prepared for how mentally, spiritually, and visually disturbing it can become. It stars Tilda Swinton who begins to question her life-choices after her son commits a school massacre with no motive. Things become clear towards the middle of the film, but sitting through the entire film with an easy stomach may be difficult. The pacing, the soundtrack, and incredible acting make this an experience you probably shouldn't miss.

There's much more, but I'll save that for another time.

Part TWO to this post will include:

American Horror Story

Insidious

The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2011)

Hugo

Currency's Covert Coup

Action Bronson's Party Supplies

Esperanza Spalding's Radio Music Society
Street Fighter X Tekken
Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City
Kid Icarus 3DS

Until then, check out those previous suggestions and let me
know what you think.

Didn't forget about the artwork! I'll be posting some
of that also.

-K