Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman
as
Lex Luthor

Sadly legendary actor Gene Hackman has passed away - hit my buddy Jay Jacobson's link below on his classic movie blog for a wonderful tribute to Mr. Hackman.

My first vivid memory of this great was as Lex Luthor opposite Christopher Reeve in Superman The Movie.

Your legacy will live on sir...

https://www.jaysclassicmovieblog.com/post/legendary-actor-gene-hackman-has-died-at-the-age-of-95   

Michael's Musings

Where Do We Go From Here???
Michael Shinafelt

"Life is so strange when you don't know, How can you tell where you're going to? You can't be sure of any situation Something could change and then you won't know" - Missing Persons, Destination Unknown 

Indeed, moving on...

Sad to hear of the passing of Michelle Trachtenberg Rest In Power Georgina Sparks 

The reason that they are talking about you behind your back is because when they talk about themselves, no one cares. The more you know.

While the world crumbles and chaos reigns somewhere right now in the United States there's a skating rink playing Xanadu, there is still hope

Ever think about the shady places you've been to, and all the crazy shit you did for fun and wonder how the Hell you are still alive? All the time...

Saw The Monkey, everyone dies and that's messed up

The Gulf Of Depeche Mode, that's all

Art is the only way to run away without leaving home 

"F#king C#nt" made it's triumphant return on RHOBH this week! It seems to be Dorit's jam.

Woman Crush of the Week - Jasmine Crockett for her sanity and leadership during these crazy times

TGIT or as I refer to it Law & Order: SVU day, woot!!! 

The Oscars are Sunday I have two words to say with regard to this: Demi Moore

Honk if you love expensive caviar, do it and do it now!

Do it like that, but without the sinister part...

Why does no one speak of pavilion's anymore???

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Hump Day & Chill

Madeline Kahn

Behold, Madeline Kahn in Louis Vuitton! If you don't know who Ms. Kahn is then educate yourself with the Wikipedia link provided below.

If you choose not to be informed then I don't need to know you...

Hump Day & Chill Minions, that's all.

Madeline on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeline_Kahn   

Roberta Flack

Roberta Flack

Roberta Flack is an amazing artist known for many great songs, like many of you the one that stands out for me is Killing Me Softly. 

There is a haunting quality to it that gets under my skin, indeed.

Rest In Power great lady your legacy will live on...

Watch Roberta sing Killing Me Softly live after the jump.

Roberta on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberta_Flack    

Everyone

Everyone is a star, and Everyone has the right to live...

"Everybody come on, dance and sing
Everybody get up and do your thing
Everybody come on, dance and sing
Everybody get up and do your thing

Let the music take control
Find a groove and let yourself go
When the room begins to sway
You know what I'm trying to say" - Madonna, Everybody

Let Love Rule! The revolution will not be televised!

Everyone in the Collins Dictionary -

https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/everyone  

SAG Awards

The SAG Awards are today and then next Sunday is the Daddy of them all the Oscars!

I for one am happy that Kristen Bell is hosting. Did you catch her in Nobody Wants This with Adam Brody on Netflix??? What a great, not to mention funny show! 

One hundred percent sure seeing her host will make the show worth the watch. Plus who doesn't like to see a plethora of Hollywood's finest gathered in one space at the same time while strutting down the red carpet? I ask you?

Have any favorites heading into tonight's award ceremony? I really only have one: Demi Moore for The Substance, that's all...

Here are the list of the nominees, enjoy!

https://www.sagawards.org/media/news/releases/nominations-announced-31st-annual-screen-actors-guild-awards 

Current Mood

Jennifer Garner

This Meme sums up my Current Mood perfectly, perfect in every little way. There are so many of you in a variety of situations and parts of my life I am feeling this sentiment towards that a list of shout outs would take a while.

So you will get spared the public embarrassment because of the time factor. Just know that I see you and this has been duly noted.

That's all...

Current Mood on Quora -

https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-current-mood

Ms Williams If You're Nasty

This is Serena Williams response to those who criticized her Superbowl appearance. Perfectly stated, I have nothing more to add other than I will just leave this here in honor of her and Black History Month.

Serena on IG -

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Michael's Musings

It's A Strange World...
Michael Shinafelt

"Calling occupants of interplanetary craft. Calling occupants of interplanetary, most extraordinary craft" - The Carpenters, Calling Occupants

Yesterday I was in Beverly Hills, CA having lunch at The Cheesecake Factory with one of my oldest and dearest Julie McMahon. While walking back through the Mean Streets of Beverly I came across an alien (pictured above.)

Life is strange and you never know what can happen along the way. Appearances are meaningless. I'll never explain again...

Where you go depends a good deal on where you want to get to

I just learned that crows can hold a 17 year grudge against a person. I've found my new spirit animal!

Remember Elektra Woman and Dyna Girl? I do and apparently Facebook knows this, that's all

Looked at my bookshelf yesterday I have everything from Anais Nin, Dominique Dunne, William Shakespeare, Dr, Seuss to Biographies on it and thought: Makes Sense

Whilst in Beverly Hills yesterday "I See Waymo's" (driverless taxis) 

The biggest illusion that someone can ever pull of is that they are stress free

A single song can bring back a thousand memories, the more you know 

Saturday Night Live turned 50 and they had a special to celebrate it, discuss...

Woman Crush of the Week - Meryl Streep who was so brilliant in the Close Encounters skit on the SNL 50th Anniversary Special!

The Monkey opens tomorrow at my local The Vista, guess where I am spending part of my weekend?!

Are we not men? We are DEVO! 

Answer: Demi Moore Question: This is what a star looks like

Erika Jayne is so chill this season on RHOBH 

Speaking of chill...time for some lemon water

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Hump Day & Chill

Let's Get Mad, Shall We?!
Karen Castrischer-Stegall & Michael Shinafelt

Today I thought we should Hump Day & Chill to some wisdom Alice in Wonderland style. With a quote straight outta the Mad Hatter. 

 “You know what the issue is with this world? Everyone wants some magical solution for their problem and everyone refuses to believe in magic.”

Believe in magic Minions I do! Hey it's magic that morphed my friend Karen Castrischer-Stegall into the Hatter and me into Alice whilst we were visiting Disneyworld's Magic Kingdom. 

All you have to do is Hump Day & Chill and just let go...

Trust me letting go is magical!

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice%27s_Adventures_in_Wonderland  

It's National Drink Wine Day...Yay!

Jennifer Lawrence

February 18th is National Drink Wine Day! While I need no encouragement to do so (I drink it almost every day) - it's nice to have a special yearly celebration for it.

Jennifer Lawrence too loves her wine, in fact she wants someone to hook up with her for a picnic to imbibe in her adult beverage of choice.

She is quite emphatic about this giving you that come hither "drink some wine with me look" join her in celebrating with me by hitting the bottle, wont' you? I'm sure you will!

Well I'm off to get my corkscrew and a bottle of Chardonnay if you need to find me you know where I'll be...

National Drink Wine Day on the WWW -

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day/national-drink-wine-day-february-18  

Ray Of Light

Here We Go!
Karen Castrischer-Stegall & Michael Shinafelt

Heading into the week like...

"Faster than the speeding light, she's flying
Trying to remember where it all began
She's got herself a little piece of Heaven
Waiting for the time when Earth shall be as one

And I feel like I just got home
And I feel
And I feel like I just got home
And I feel" - Ray Of Light, Madonna

You've got this!

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The More You Know

Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin Share Their Thoughts on Waxing Pubic Areas

Bet this is the byline you hoped would kick off your day, right?! Well it was the firs thing I saw on my Instagram feed and it made me laugh, naturally.

So in the name of levity I posted it.

In case you need to know Harry prefers a natural bush for himself. Lisa likes hers Brazilian style.

Now aren't you happy? I personally feel my life is now complete and I have the strength to Sally Forth this Sunday and go to uncharted territory.

That's all you need to know...

Click the link to the full article on Us Weekly, you're welcome!

https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/lisa-rinna-and-harry-hamlin-share-their-thoughts-on-waxing-pubic-hair/

Venom

On March 25th, Blue Underground proudly presents the world premiere of the British horror-thriller classic Venom on 4K UHD + Blu-ray, in a brand-new 4K restoration packed with bonus content.  

Venom stars Susan George (Straw Dogs) and Oliver Reed (The Devils) as a maid and chauffeur who conspire with international terrorist Klaus Kinski (Nosferatu the Vampyre) to kidnap the grandson of their rich boss Sterling Hayden (Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb). Their simple plan falls apart when the grandson brings home a snake that turns out to be a deadly Black Mamba. The aggressive reptile gets loose in the posh London apartment and the abduction turns into a fight for survival.  

Venom was directed by Piers Haggard (The Blood on Satan's Claw) and is based on the novel by best-selling author Alan Scholefield (Great Elephant). The kidnapping drama/horror film features an all-star cast, including Nicol Williamson (Excalibur), Sarah Miles (Blow-Up), and Cornelia Sharpe (Serpico).  

The 4K UHD + Blu-ray Edition’s special features include an archival audio commentary with Director Piers Haggard; new audio commentary with film historians Troy Howarth, Nathaniel Thompson and Eugenio Ercolani; new video interviews with Editor/Second Unit Director Michael Bradsell, Makeup Artist Nick Dudman, Author & Critic Kim Newman, and The Dark Side’s Allan Bryce; Trailers; TV spots; and Still Gallery. First Pressing includes embossed slipcover and collectible booklet with essay by Michael Gingold.  

Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/LJpTHfSByqc?si=9_-J9eiR58BbnKID   

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Be Mine

Michael Shinafelt

Will you be mine??? Happy Valentine's Day!

Rent a room I'll be there...

Valentine's Day on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day 

Michael's Musings

Lucky Star
Michael Shinafelt

"When you wish upon a star, Makes no difference who you are, Anything your heart desires, Will come to you" - When You Wish Upon A Star

This past weekend I visited the Magic Kingdom at Disneyworld in Orlando, FL  with one of my oldest and dearest friends Karen Castrischer-Stegall, it was indeed magic! The above photo is of me watching the fireworks show, Karen being the savvy photog she is captured the moment. Looking up into the night sky with the colorful, happy light display brought joy and hope to my being and made me think dreams and wishes do indeed come true.

People say I'm unable to multi task..but I can piss you off and amuse myself all at the same time

Rectal Possession and Demon Flatulence, that's all

Well here we are, that's all you need to know

"The Monkey looks amazing!! Can't wait to see it!

Back in black, mellow in yellow, pretty in pink...blah blah blah

I miss writing poetry, i need to start at it again

So I guess the Superbowl was this past Sunday. I was on a airboat tour on the Kissimmee River in FL at the time

Define your values and beliefs. It will be an incredible guide on the road forward and a tool to help with reflection.

Woman Crush of the Week - Margaret Cho who's new music album Lucky Gift drops February 14th!

Looks like Anora is now the official front runner for Best Picture

There's no pain like the monkey on your back

Dorit Kemsley via RHOBH would be wise to listen to Bozoma and Erika and approach PK like the enemy

Rewatched season one of Euphoria still one of the best shows ever!!!

Now where did I put that star? I need a wish and it's gold

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Hump Day & Chill

Touch The Cow
Photo:
Michael Shinafelt

Touch the cow and do it now...Hump Day & Chill with the cow do it and do it now!!!

"Yes" Minions that is a cow standing amongst the foliage in the Kissimmee River, FL. How did I get to see this unusual site? I was on a airboat tour with my friend Karen on said river, that's how. BTW if you ever get a chance to go for a tour on an airboat I highly recommend it! 

What the heck was the cow doing in the river you ask?! Judging by it's demeanor and the fact that temperatures were in the 80's this Cool Cow is chilling.

Un-bothered by anything this Cool Cow just stood there like everything was groovy. This being said Karen and I also saw many alligators and their offspring in the river as well.

Here's hoping the Cool Cow didn't become an alligator's dinner! Hump Day & Chill Minions!

Boggy Creek Airboat Tours at -

https://bcairboats.com/   

Demi's Choice

"Pretty girls should always smile!" - The Substance 

Did you catch Demi Moore winning for Best Actress at The Critics Choice Awards? I didn't I did however see the speech she gave online the next day. Congratulations Ms. Moore between this and the Golden Globe (and most likely SAG Award) you are Oscar bound! 

Deservedly so! I watched The Substance for the second time with a friend this weekend and it loved it even Moore! (pun intended) You see more layers and detail making the impact of everything going on in the film bigger!

So did you catch Demi's sly fashion choice on the Red Carpet designed by Schiaparelli? "Yes" it was a homage to her character Elisabeth Sparkle in the film, ya know where she gets stitched up by Sue.

Loved it! Demi Moore for the win!

Demi on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/demimoore/  

Monday Motivation

Have To Believe We Are Magic
Michael Shinafelt

 “He could do what all men wanted to, that is, fly”

― T.H. White, The Sword in the Stone

Here are some words of inspiration from The Sword in the Stone for some Monday Motivation. Along with me trying to pull the actual sword from the stone at the Magic Kingdom in Disneyworld resort in Orlando, FL this weekend.

Did I succeed and get to fly like all men want? Alas I did not, but that doesn't mean I'll give up trying. If not extracting the sword from it's stone throne, then I will find another way.

The trick is to keep breathing Minions!

The Sword in the Stone on IMDb -

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0057546/

Pink Flamingo

Welcome To Tampa, FL

I'm sure many of you know of the notorious John Waters movie Pink Flamingos? Well when I spied this lovely sight it was the first thing I thought of.

"Yes" Minions I present to you Pink Flamingo. It was the first thing of beauty I saw when I entered the Tampa International Airport yesterday as I was headed to baggage claim.

I loved seeing this majestic beast as a welcome to the city of Tampa, FL.

So in case you haven't guessed I am here, to visit with my friend Karen and today we are headed to Disneyworld.

"Yes" I am going to regress and get Younger (which I am currently binging on Netflix)

Tampa, FL on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tampa,_Florida

In Her Words

Words of wisdom from the late Maya Angelou. I hope this inspires you in the coming days, weeks and months ahead...

In honor of the Human Race and Black History Month!

Maya Angelou on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maya_Angelou 

Michael's Musings

Be Your Own Work Of Art...
Michael Shinafelt

I have immersed myself in peaceful creative energy of late. That does not mean that I am unaware of what's happening in the world around me. It simply means there has to be a balance. One of the things I did as you can see above, was to hit the apps and make myself a work of art.

Remember we each are our own work of art, and while chaos surrounds us anchor yourself and make a portrait of yourself for yourself, however you like and whatever that means to you. Now what to call my portrait? It's got the "sex vibe" going thus I was thinking "Sexually Fluid" or simply "Sexual Fluid" what do you think???

Repeat after me "I will commit the sin of empathy today" 

FYI Never take criticism from anyone you wouldn't take advice from, the more you know

Isn't Sutton Stracke's Mom on RHOBH a scream? Literally she is like something out of a horror movie!

Been binging Younger on Netflix, it is just what I need at this place and time and Sutton Foster is wonderful in it

No, I will not go on a hike with you. Yes, I will walk 10 miles a day at Disney, that's all

M3gan 2.0 is back to terrorize us on June 27th! While I did not find the first one scary I did enjoy the mayhem!

Elon Musk calling out others for illegal deeds while he is trying to carry out a coup really defines the sociopath 

One of my favorite slasher flicks Valentine turned 24 years old on February 2nd, discuss

Woman Crush of the Week - Grammy Winner Chappell Roan for being fearless!

It's Law and Order: SVU day! Worship accordingly

Happy Black History Month Minions!

Do all you can, by all the means you can. to all the people you can, in all the places you can, as long as ever you can

"I'm not afraid. It's the wizard who should be afraid of me" - Elphaba, Wicked

Time to finish up head to yoga then finish up binging Younger today...

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Hump Day & Chill

Seahorse Love

Today we shall Hump Day & Chill to a thing of beauty...nature. Here we have a female seahorse passing her fertilized eggs to a male seahorse so he can carry them term.

"Yes" that's correct Minions, it is the male seahorse who goes through pregnancy and gives birth in case you were out of the loop on that fact.

Thus gender fluid is a real thing, it's natural after all.

Let's just put it this way if there was anyway to use seahorses as a vessel of hate and political posturing I'm sure they would be a target of the current whatever the F#ck you want to call it since we really don't have a President.

For those of us who marvel at the world around us, let's pay the "good vibes" forward and Hump Day & Chill to the thing of beauty that is the seahorse.

The Seahorse on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seahorse

Strong

Garcelle Beauvais

Tonight is the night when the ladies of Beverly Hills go at it! That's correct The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills airs tonight on Bravo.

I spied this portrait of Garcelle Beauvais straight outta her Instagram page and loved it. 

Thus I thought I would post it in honor of Black History Month and RHOBH day.

While all of the adjectives apply to Ms. Beauvais I felt the one that encompasses her the most was: Strong.

Being a Black Woman in the Entertainment Industry who is successful takes a lot of strength. 

I will extrapolate no further as I can not speak to her life experience past this piece of knowledge. 

This being stated I will be tuning in tonight for RHOBH, "yes" it's my Tuesday evening "thing"

Garcelle on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/garcelle/?hl=en  

Congratulations To Beyonce!

Beyonce
Cowboy Carter

Dear Queen B, kudos on being the first Black Woman to win a Grammy for Best Country Album for Cowboy Carter! Not to mention announcing dates for your Cowboy Carter tour.

What a great way to kick off Black History Month!!!

Queen B on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/beyonce/ 

Groundhog Day

Punxsutawney Phil
& Friend

Don't put away the snow shovels yet. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day 2025...

It already feels like the Ice Age so why not?

Sunday Funday indeed...

Groundhog Day on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Groundhog_Day

Current Mood

Michael Shinafelt
at
Precinct Downtown Los Angeles

This is my Current Mood, no explanation needed...

Enjoy your day! 

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