Michael's Musings

It's Twisty Thursday!
Michael Shinafelt

Remember the movie Freaky Friday with Jamie Lee Curtis & Lindsay Lohan, pretty great huh? Well that's sort of the place I'm at except it's Thursday. Thus let's refer to this day, August 26th 2021 as Twisty Thursday! 

What's that? No I haven't switched bodies with anyone, but there simply seems to be an air of possibilities floating around, like you know, anything can happen. Yeah, I just gave context to the Freaky Friday reference. Time to carry on with our bad selves...

Apparently you can not joke with your friends on Facebook like you can IRL. A friend of mine went back to blonde and I commented: "Yay the whore look" (something she would have laughed at) Boom! Gone, just like that!

Just say "Yes" to Butt Drugs

Let me go on record and state - I love the Amy Schumer Tampax commercial

Grow up and stop referring to people as "Karen"... and say c#nt like and adult

Mantra For Today: Baa Raw Ewe (if you know, you know)

Sutton & Garcelle on RHOBH = The Dream Team 

Just Vote NO on the California recall of Gavin Newsome, my NO vote has been signed, sealed, delivered and counted 😎

Feelings are such a scam...the more you know 

Woman Crush of the Week - Lizzo her latest Rumors is the number 1 rap song in the country! Get it Queen!!!

Stop using the word invite when referring to work meetings. This isn't a Birthday Party...

Take time for something of a homicidal nature (bet you didn't see the coming)

Congrats to the cast & crew of Women Behind Bars (many who are friends of mine) it is now streaming on Broadway HD https://www.broadwayhd.com/

John Cena just ran naked through my mind

Wanna know what other twisty things are in the corners of my mind?!

Hit the links below, you'll find out...

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

https://twitter.com/MShinafelt   

Hump Day & Chill

"Science fiction (uh uh) double feature, Doctor X (uh uh) will build a creature" - Science Fiction Double Feature, The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Tonight's the night, that's correct Minions American Horror Story: Double Feature premieres and it's Wednesday thus we shall Hump Day & Chill today by getting our horror on. Oh, and "Yes" some science fiction as well from the looks of the aliens in the trailer.

Remember double features when you were a kid? While I am sure some of you don't many of us living legends do. They were always a blast and mainly happened at Drive-Ins, oh those days of yore.

I plan to bask in the gory (not a typo) of AHS and enjoy the ride. What's that? How much do I love AHS you ask? Well honestly I am proceeding with caution as usually it runs out of steam after the first three episodes as it never seems to know what to do with the meat in the sandwich leading up to the conclusion.

This being stated I would imagine that each story contained in the double feature will likely be 5 or 6 episodes in length and that bodes quite well as to me that is the perfect amount of time to tell a tight concise story for any AHS season.

So kick back, Hump Day & Chill and buckle up to things that go bump in the night...!

AHS on the WWW -

https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/american-horror-story

"Candyman, Candyman, Candyman"

Who's That Girl???
Virginia Madsen

"Who can take a sunrise (who can take a sunrise) Sprinkle it with dew (sprinkle it with dew)" The Candy Man, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 

In case you haven't heard the 411 there's a reboot of the 1992 horror flick Candyman starring Tony Todd & Virginia Madsen opening this Friday. "Yes" really.

Good news for fans of the first go, Tony Todd is returning as Candyman. While Ms. Madsen is not returning she decided to get cheeky and pose with this bus stop billboard of the upcoming to do. Hey, Hellen expired in the first round and no one renewed her for this one.

She captioned it: "Well hello there..." 

That's so Mae West.

My thoughts? Glad you asked. I truly enjoyed the first one, it is definitely one of the better modern horror yarns. This being stated my expectations for this Friday's reboot are low. Why you ask? I'm glad you did, for one thing not one review has been published as of yet. Not a good sign.

Will I ever seen it? Somewhere down the line I'm sure I will. But it can wait.

In the meanwhile I'm living for this photo of Madsen. She's one of my favorite actors. 

Mic Drop!

Virginia Madsen on IG -

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

Diva Mood

The Tweet Of Cher
Cher & Madonna

Diva:  "a famous and successful woman who is very attractive and fashionable" Merriam-Webster

Today I woke up feeling myself, like, well a diva - minus the woman part. We men can be divas too, trust me.

I guess Cher was feeling it as well. Part of my morning routine is to get on Twitter and what was the first Tweet I spied? One from Cher with her and another diva Madonna with the simple caption: Me & Madge.

Hey when you are as famous and successful as these two that's all you need. 

Thus the tone is set for the week Minions, let loose your inner diva, like me. Feel good about yourself, while feeling your bad self. Yeah that's the ticket to ride...

All things Diva on Wikipedia -

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

Obsession

What's Your Obsession???
Margot Robbie & Kristen Stewart

What do you get when you cross an angel with a villain? You get the internet's latest obsession, this photo of Margot Robbie and Kristen Stewart is currently fueling the fantasy of many on the WWW.

Word has it that said image was taken at a 2018 Chanel event, both women are ambassadors for the brand. Well it resurfaced this week and is capturing the imagination of thousands.

Inspiring such comments as: "Someone said this is two ends of the Lesbian fashion spectrum and I can't stop thinking about it"

To this one: "I f#cking know Kristen Stewart has a huge f#cking crush on Margot Robbie do NOT tell me she does not"

Well, there you have it. 

So, what's crossing your mind right here, right now while taking this sight in?

Margot on IMBDb -

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3053338/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Kristen on IMDb -

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0829576/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0

Saturday Sinema: Two Evil Eyes

 

TWO EVIL EYES

George Romero and Dario Argento's classic tale of horror and suspense gets

the royal restoration treatment courtesy of Blue Underground

Two Disc 4K UHD + Blu-ray Set Coming August 24th

PRE-ORDER NOW

"Absolutely not for the squeamish… Romero and Argento fans are not likely to be disappointed by these tales of the supernatural!” – Los Angeles Times

A Double Dose of Terror from the Directors of DAWN OF THE DEAD and SUSPIRIA

The Masters of Modern Horror -George Romero and Dario Argento - bring you an unprecedented pair of shockers inspired by the tales of Edgar Allan Poe. In Romero's The Facts In The Case Of Mr. Valdemar, a conniving wife (Adrienne Barbeau of THE FOG) and her lover use a hypnotic trance to embezzle a fortune from her dying husband, only to receive some chilling surprises from beyond the grave. Then in Argento's The Black Cat, a deranged crime scene photographer (Harvey Keitelof FROM DUSK TILL DAWN) is driven to brutal acts of madness and murder by his girlfriend's new pet. But will this cunning feline deliver a final sickening twist of its own?

Martin Balsam (PSYCHO), E.G. Marshall (CREEPSHOW), John Amos (THE BEASTMASTER) and Tom Atkins (NIGHT OF THE CREEPS) co-star in this wild horror hit that also features grisly makeup effects by Tom Savini (MANIAC). Blue Underground's acclaimed restoration of TWO EVIL EYES, scanned in 4K 16-bit from the original camera negative, is now presented with Dolby Vision HDR and a new Dolby Atmos audio mix, packed with hours of Extras!

Adrienne Barbeau

Bonus Features:

• Ultra HD Blu-ray (2160p) Widescreen 1.85:1 feature presentation and Bonus Extras Blu-ray
• Audio: Dolby Atmos (English); 2.0 DTS-HD (English); 1.0 DTS-HD (French)
• Subtitles: English SDH, Francais, Espanol
• Audio Commentary with Troy Howarth, Author of 'Murder By Design: The Unsane Cinema of Dario Argento'
• Theatrical Trailer
• Poster & Still Gallery
• Two Masters' Eyes - Interviews with Directors Dario Argento & George Romero, Special Make-Up Effects Supervisor Tom Savini, Executive Producer Claudio Argento, and Asia Argento
• Savini's EFX - A Behind-the-Scenes look at the film's Special Make-Up Effects
• At Home With Tom Savini - A personal tour of Tom Savini's home
• Adrienne Barbeau on George Romero
• Before I Wake - Interview with Star Ramy Zada
• Behind The Wall - Interview with Star Madeleine Potter
• One Maestro And Two Masters - Interview with Composer Pino Donaggio
• Rewriting Poe - Interview with Co-Writer Franco Ferrini
• The Cat Who Wouldn't Die - Interview with Assistant Director Luigi Cozzi
• Two Evil Brothers - Interview with Special Make-Up Assistant Everett Burrell
• Working With George - Interview with Costume Designer Barbara Anderson

Get Your Cracker On! Miz Cracker...

 

AAAAAAAAND... CRACK-TION!

SHE'S A WOMAN STARRING MIZ CRACKER COMES TO THE STAGE

Writer, comedienne, activist, and RuPaul's Drag Race star takes her one-woman-show across the US in 2022

 

Miz Cracker announced the relaunch of her US tour, She's a Woman, presented by Obsessed powered by Five Senses Reeling. The tour will kick off January 30 in Los Angeles, CA, with 20 additional dates ending in Austin, TX. A complete list of tour dates and venues is below.

 

"I can't wait to tour America with my brand new show, She's a Woman," said Miz Cracker. "I'm so excited to see people in person after months alone. It's been too long since I've hit the stage, and I can't wait to tell my most personal, ridiculous stories while looking right in your eyes! To fans and friends alike, join me for this once in a lifetime experience." 

 

In her one-woman show, She's a Woman, drag queen and comedienne Miz Cracker presents a full hour of standup and music, discussing everything from dating and dieting to Covid and global calamity. With her signature brand of cheerful pessimism, she tells stories about her bizarre childhood, her vices, her worst mistakes—and how she somehow managed to survive it all. Embracing a message of self-acceptance—not necessarily self-love—She's a Woman is a show for anyone who loves not loving life.

 

A limited number of upgrade packages are available for sale each night. The package includes early entry to the venue, an official tour poster autographed by Miz Cracker, an opportunity to shop for exclusive tour merchandise before the general audience, commemorative tour lanyard and laminate, and a photo opportunity with Miz Cracker. These packages are upgrades and do not include a ticket to the show. Tickets must be purchased separately.

 

Tickets and upgrade packages go on sale Friday, August 20, at noon local time at shesawomantour.com. Ticket prices range from $29 - $79, and upgrade packages are $40 each.

 

She's a Woman starring Miz Cracker 2022 US tour dates

January 30 - Los Angeles, CA - Dynasty Typewriter

January 31 - Los Angeles, CA - Dynasty Typewriter

February 2 - San Francisco, CA - Alcazar Theatre

February 4 - Portland, OR - Revolution Hall

February 5 - Seattle, WA - Broadway Performance Hall

February 6 - Boise, ID - Knitting Factory Concert House

February 8 - Salt Lake City, UT - Metro Music Hall

February 11 - Denver, CO - HQ

February 13 - Lincoln, NE - Bourbon Theatre

February 14 - Madison, WI - Majestic Theatre

February 14 - Chicago, IL - Metro

February 17 - Columbus, OH - Lincoln Theatre

February 19 - Buffalo, NY - Shea's 710

February 21 - Boston, MA - Royale

February 23 - Washington, DC - Miracle Theatre

February 25 - Atlanta, GA - Out Front Theatre

February 26 - Birmingham, AL - The Lyric Theatre

February 27 - New Orleans, LA - House of Blues New Orleans

March 1 - Dallas, TX - The Kessler Theater

March 2 - Houston, TX - The Heights Theater

March 3 - Austin, TX - Emo's Austin

 

For complete tour and ticketing information, visit http://www.shesawomantour.com/