Seriously, what the fuck is this??
I know that a lot of ads lately are going for the 'quirky' angle - but this is simply mental. The first time I saw it I felt like it went for TEN minutes not one - I was just so awe-struck.
Okay, okay, so I must admit that I ADORE the balloon-squeaking bit - but the eyebrow biz is just plain wrong. I'm so conflicted. I guess it will get people talking ... which is the point.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
10 new mental health issues in 10 days!
This article in The Age's Green Guide made me wonder just how tragic this show could be - after all, I had watched the American show The Swan which was one of the most shockingly sad pieces of "entertainment" I'd ever seen.
That was back in 2004 and I was shocked and revolted but thought - hey - anything can happen in America right?
Here's a reminder of The Swan;
So tonight I sat down to watch 10 Years Younger in 10 Days on channel 7 (hosted by Sonia Kruger) and I must say, I was equally horrified.
I think the worst part was at the 'reveal' when the couple finally got to see each other and the husband said to his trembling wife under the cloak of an embrace; "are you happy?". It wasn't the question necessarily, it was the way he said it. It was heartbreaking.
The show took these simple, country folk and 'glammed' them up to the high heavens so they were unrecognisable and then sent them back on their merry way to the farm and a life that could hardly sustain the chemical-peels, blonde-highlights and botox "fillers".
It's horrible. More so than I assumed from the promo's.
That was back in 2004 and I was shocked and revolted but thought - hey - anything can happen in America right?
Here's a reminder of The Swan;
So tonight I sat down to watch 10 Years Younger in 10 Days on channel 7 (hosted by Sonia Kruger) and I must say, I was equally horrified.
I think the worst part was at the 'reveal' when the couple finally got to see each other and the husband said to his trembling wife under the cloak of an embrace; "are you happy?". It wasn't the question necessarily, it was the way he said it. It was heartbreaking.
The show took these simple, country folk and 'glammed' them up to the high heavens so they were unrecognisable and then sent them back on their merry way to the farm and a life that could hardly sustain the chemical-peels, blonde-highlights and botox "fillers".
It's horrible. More so than I assumed from the promo's.
EUROVISION = things I am excited about!
Eurovision is on its way and not only will it be a veritable feast of bad fashion, lycra, light-shows and blonde highlights - but two of my absolute favourites will be hosting SBS's coverage of the finale!!
Julia Zemiro of Rockwiz-hosting-fame and the witty and brilliant Sam Pang from the RRR Breakfasters will be correspondents for the finale from Moscow! See here for more info.
This has resulted in me being more excited than usual and having to order more wine for the annual Euro-Party.
Stay tuned to SBS!
Julia Zemiro of Rockwiz-hosting-fame and the witty and brilliant Sam Pang from the RRR Breakfasters will be correspondents for the finale from Moscow! See here for more info.
This has resulted in me being more excited than usual and having to order more wine for the annual Euro-Party.Stay tuned to SBS!
Technical Hiccups
Media Watch last night featured the technical glitches on SBS News of late and mentioned that ABC is also having a few problems moving to a new computer system. Here's the story with the gorgeous video of SBS presenter Ben Fajzullin asking for some vision. Meanwhile, last night on Rove there were a fair few technical glitches including Gretel Killeen's interview barely being heard over what sounded like Natalie Bassingthwaite chatting on the couch.
Here's the vid;
Gretel is back in the spotlight leading up to the Logies this Sunday night on channel 9 which she will be hosting. There is a lot of pressure on her to 'get it right' after a long while away from the screen and also being only the second female to host (does anyone remember the trauma of Wendy Harmer in 2002?) Hopefully her haircut is all that we expect seeing as it's been so hyped up. Basically if she peels off a hat and there's anything less than a dancing elf atop a cream cake and a laser light show I won't be impressed.
We'll see.
Here's the vid;
Gretel is back in the spotlight leading up to the Logies this Sunday night on channel 9 which she will be hosting. There is a lot of pressure on her to 'get it right' after a long while away from the screen and also being only the second female to host (does anyone remember the trauma of Wendy Harmer in 2002?) Hopefully her haircut is all that we expect seeing as it's been so hyped up. Basically if she peels off a hat and there's anything less than a dancing elf atop a cream cake and a laser light show I won't be impressed.
We'll see.
Channel 10's 'new stuff'
MASTER OF THEIR DOMAIN
Ok so Masterchef won the ratings in its timeslot last night (was aired at 7:30pm for the premiere but will be continuing at 7pm weekdays) and is your basic reality-whatever show. You could easily replace the contestants cooking for singers, dancers, models, gardeners, ugly-people-wanting-to-be-beautiful, old-people-wanting-to-be-young, single-people-wanting-to-get-laid or untalented-people-wanting-to-be-talented. It has the same three-judge panel, knockout rounds and sensitive female host to hug the pathetic failures. Insert tense music and cliffhanger ad-break moments and you have your basic ratings winner. It will be interesting to see if Masterchef does well in the 7pm timeslot.
POLICE-SQUAD-PATROL-RESCUE-BEAT
Above is my pitch for a name other than Recruits for the latest reality "we're adding dramatic music to you doing your job and making a show out of it!" program. Interestingly, the Channel 10 website calls it an "observational documetary series" here. How extraordinary and interesting - I love the new genre name - however I'm pretty sure it will be along the same lines as Bondi Vet, Animal Rescue, Customs and anything else that Vince Colosimo features as a voice-over for. Let's just say this one's not on my to-do list ... but if I happen to watch ...
MICALLEF PLEASE
Well, I've been waiting anxiously for Mr Micallef to once more grace my television screen and here he comes in all his glory as the host of the new 'kooky' quiz show that is being flogged six-ways-from-sunday called Talkin 'Bout Your Generation which premiers next Tuesday. It pits baby boomers and gen x and y'ers against eachother - but it seems the gen y'ers already have a handicap in most probably not knowing where the title comes from. Look, I'm not altogether sure about the show, but to be honest, I'd watch Shaun Micallef pick the fleas off of a monkey (- and clap for an encore) so I'll watch either way. Excuse me while I go wash my "Vote 1 Shaun Micallef for PM" t-shirt in readiness.
Ok so Masterchef won the ratings in its timeslot last night (was aired at 7:30pm for the premiere but will be continuing at 7pm weekdays) and is your basic reality-whatever show. You could easily replace the contestants cooking for singers, dancers, models, gardeners, ugly-people-wanting-to-be-beautiful, old-people-wanting-to-be-young, single-people-wanting-to-get-laid or untalented-people-wanting-to-be-talented. It has the same three-judge panel, knockout rounds and sensitive female host to hug the pathetic failures. Insert tense music and cliffhanger ad-break moments and you have your basic ratings winner. It will be interesting to see if Masterchef does well in the 7pm timeslot.
POLICE-SQUAD-PATROL-RESCUE-BEAT
Above is my pitch for a name other than Recruits for the latest reality "we're adding dramatic music to you doing your job and making a show out of it!" program. Interestingly, the Channel 10 website calls it an "observational documetary series" here. How extraordinary and interesting - I love the new genre name - however I'm pretty sure it will be along the same lines as Bondi Vet, Animal Rescue, Customs and anything else that Vince Colosimo features as a voice-over for. Let's just say this one's not on my to-do list ... but if I happen to watch ...
MICALLEF PLEASE
Well, I've been waiting anxiously for Mr Micallef to once more grace my television screen and here he comes in all his glory as the host of the new 'kooky' quiz show that is being flogged six-ways-from-sunday called Talkin 'Bout Your Generation which premiers next Tuesday. It pits baby boomers and gen x and y'ers against eachother - but it seems the gen y'ers already have a handicap in most probably not knowing where the title comes from. Look, I'm not altogether sure about the show, but to be honest, I'd watch Shaun Micallef pick the fleas off of a monkey (- and clap for an encore) so I'll watch either way. Excuse me while I go wash my "Vote 1 Shaun Micallef for PM" t-shirt in readiness.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Verdict: "Saved" on SBS
The made-for-TV movie Saved aired on SBS on Sunday night.
Starring the amazing Claudia Karvan, it is the story of a woman's involvement with a refugee needing help applying for a visa. I was really looking forward to this film - unfortunately I may have been expecting too much. First of all - as if it has to be said - Karvan is stunning. She simply plays every role to perfection - this character was so complex, we didn't know whether to love her or hate her - to feel sorry for her or to believe she got everything she deserved - she was just so damaged.
The cinematography is dark and bare - which is perfect for the story. The music is middle-eastern with a western twist and is a great accompinament to the narrative ... so what's my problem??
Basically the story was a bit slow - the character developments weren't as in-depth as I would have liked and Karvan's brilliance far outshone the rest of the cast.
Overall though it was a good home-made piece of entertainment and was relevant and well done. Interestingly, when I chatted to a male friend the next day about the film he was very adamant that the husband had been hard done by and that Karvan's lead character was a "bitch". I found it intriguing - oh to be a male and able to take things at face value!
I give Saved a 6.5 out of 10.
Starring the amazing Claudia Karvan, it is the story of a woman's involvement with a refugee needing help applying for a visa. I was really looking forward to this film - unfortunately I may have been expecting too much. First of all - as if it has to be said - Karvan is stunning. She simply plays every role to perfection - this character was so complex, we didn't know whether to love her or hate her - to feel sorry for her or to believe she got everything she deserved - she was just so damaged.
The cinematography is dark and bare - which is perfect for the story. The music is middle-eastern with a western twist and is a great accompinament to the narrative ... so what's my problem??
Basically the story was a bit slow - the character developments weren't as in-depth as I would have liked and Karvan's brilliance far outshone the rest of the cast.
Overall though it was a good home-made piece of entertainment and was relevant and well done. Interestingly, when I chatted to a male friend the next day about the film he was very adamant that the husband had been hard done by and that Karvan's lead character was a "bitch". I found it intriguing - oh to be a male and able to take things at face value!
I give Saved a 6.5 out of 10.
Monday, April 13, 2009
MAD MAX in ANIME 3D!
Australia's post-apocalyptic extravaganza Mad Max is set to become an anime film.
Director George Miller has spoken about the project and no, Mel Gibson will thankfully NOT be involved!
Details here.
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Overheard conversation;
Convo overheard at work:
Person 1: "Are we going for a smoko?"
Person 2: "Yeah Love, let's go"
Person 1: "I saw that ad again last night"
Person 2: "What ad?"
Person 1: "That ad with the guy and the throat-box thing - you know - where he talks through a box in his throat?"
Person 2: "Ohhhhh, that one - Yeah that's just wrong!"
Person 1: "It really, truly terrified me"
*They exit the building with cigarettes in hand.
Person 1: "Are we going for a smoko?"
Person 2: "Yeah Love, let's go"
Person 1: "I saw that ad again last night"
Person 2: "What ad?"
Person 1: "That ad with the guy and the throat-box thing - you know - where he talks through a box in his throat?"
Person 2: "Ohhhhh, that one - Yeah that's just wrong!"
Person 1: "It really, truly terrified me"
*They exit the building with cigarettes in hand.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Femanazi Attacks! Language warning!
What the fuck is this crap that Coca-Cola is coming out with at the moment - I mean, I know the Pussycat Dolls are popular - I've accepted that - but that doesn't mean that blatant sexual 'lowest-common-denominator', 'let's-tart-the-girls-up-and-pretend-they're-hot-for-it', 'if-you-buy-this-product-you-WILL-get-sex' advertising is back in fashion does it??
EXHIBIT A
... when I first saw it I thought, 'whatever, same old sex-sells crap' - but then I bought a Coke Zero today and the packaging tells me that I could win a "playa" lifestyle (note the ingenious use of spelling) ...
EXHIBIT B
You can choose from "Gena: the Babe of Speed", "Genette: the babe of VIP holidays" or "Gene: the babe of boyz toyz" ... what the fuck? I didn't read all the details but from what I can tell I'm pretty sure you can win a blow-job and two tickets to the new Vin Diesel movie.
Seriously though - this is total bullshit - Coca-cola (whilst being a morally void, soulless corporation) has had some of the best advertisements in TV history and THIS is what they come up with?? Sure, they are trying to get men to drink Coke Zero - we get it - but why does advertising directed at men always include the objectification of women? For God's sake put a football in the ad or George Gregan scoring a touch-down or ... whatever it is that he does.
My theory? It comes down to Gen Y. Little snotty-nosed 20-somethings who just graduated from PR school and think the glass ceiling is a feature of the Louvre and who last saw bra-burning at a cheap girlie show in Thailand on their end-of-year footy trip. THEY are bringing sex-sells advertising back. Feminism became seriously 'uncool' sometime in the mid 1980s - which is when these kids were born - so they don't really know anything about it - or why women being portrayed as sex-toys is so dangerous - or why women being objectified promotes violence and anti-social behavior.
Ummm, what was I ranting about? Right - Coke Zero. Basically - I'm disappointed and annoyed that this is all they could come up with.
End rant.
EXHIBIT A
... when I first saw it I thought, 'whatever, same old sex-sells crap' - but then I bought a Coke Zero today and the packaging tells me that I could win a "playa" lifestyle (note the ingenious use of spelling) ...
EXHIBIT B
You can choose from "Gena: the Babe of Speed", "Genette: the babe of VIP holidays" or "Gene: the babe of boyz toyz" ... what the fuck? I didn't read all the details but from what I can tell I'm pretty sure you can win a blow-job and two tickets to the new Vin Diesel movie.
Seriously though - this is total bullshit - Coca-cola (whilst being a morally void, soulless corporation) has had some of the best advertisements in TV history and THIS is what they come up with?? Sure, they are trying to get men to drink Coke Zero - we get it - but why does advertising directed at men always include the objectification of women? For God's sake put a football in the ad or George Gregan scoring a touch-down or ... whatever it is that he does.
My theory? It comes down to Gen Y. Little snotty-nosed 20-somethings who just graduated from PR school and think the glass ceiling is a feature of the Louvre and who last saw bra-burning at a cheap girlie show in Thailand on their end-of-year footy trip. THEY are bringing sex-sells advertising back. Feminism became seriously 'uncool' sometime in the mid 1980s - which is when these kids were born - so they don't really know anything about it - or why women being portrayed as sex-toys is so dangerous - or why women being objectified promotes violence and anti-social behavior.
Ummm, what was I ranting about? Right - Coke Zero. Basically - I'm disappointed and annoyed that this is all they could come up with.
End rant.
Constable Gilroy?
I was watching Rockwiz the other night and, during an ad break, was delighted to see good old Sergeant Frank Gilroy (Brian Wenzel) from A Country Practice , in his police uniform and looking fantastic ... - until I realised that it was an AMI advertisement for premature ejaculation. Poor old Sergeant Gilroy has been reduced to clocking a young man for 'going too quick' in bed.Rather sad - but he does look amazing for his 80 years so not a complete loss!
Monday, April 6, 2009
IT CROWD
Yaaaaaaay! A fourth season is almost confirmed for The IT Crowd! This has been one of my favourite shows. Meanwhile, excuse me ABC, but where the hell is season 3 ?
Loving It
Elvis Costello's Spectacle is pure brilliance. The first episode with Elton John wasn't super exciting (but brilliant profiling nonetheless) - but this last episode featuring Tony Bennett was fantastic.
Here's Tony doing "Who Cares? (As Long as You Love Me)" on the show;
Spectacle is on ABC1, Thursdays at 11:30pm or ABC2, Fridays 8:30pm.
This Friday Elvis talks and performs with Lou Reed and Julian Schnabel.
Here's Tony doing "Who Cares? (As Long as You Love Me)" on the show;
Spectacle is on ABC1, Thursdays at 11:30pm or ABC2, Fridays 8:30pm.
This Friday Elvis talks and performs with Lou Reed and Julian Schnabel.
Twitter is sooooo last week
This is pure brilliance;
Be sure to watch til the end - the glasses are a highlight.
Be sure to watch til the end - the glasses are a highlight.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Coming Up
SAVED
SBS has a preview of the new Aussie made-for-TV movie Saved, starring Claudia Karvan on their website. It tells the story of a woman who befriends an Iranian detainee.
It will air on April 12th at 8:30pm.
DIRT GAME
ABC have the six-part-series Dirt Game starring Joel Edgerton starting on Sunday the 19th at 8:30pm.
The preview shows great production values but I'm not too excited about it for some reason.
SBS has a preview of the new Aussie made-for-TV movie Saved, starring Claudia Karvan on their website. It tells the story of a woman who befriends an Iranian detainee.
It will air on April 12th at 8:30pm.
DIRT GAME
ABC have the six-part-series Dirt Game starring Joel Edgerton starting on Sunday the 19th at 8:30pm.
The preview shows great production values but I'm not too excited about it for some reason.
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