Film Buff Friday: Camille

"Hollywood films of the 1930s were in many ways, the most bewitchingly glamorous of any period in cinema history. They offered escapism through beautiful actors, dazzling decors, sensational clothing, and gripping stories - all larger than life. As the saying goes, it was the “stuff dreams were made of", and “Camille” is a shining example of this intoxicating time. This tragic romance showcases the brilliance of director George Cukor, the magnetism of Greta Garbo, and the mesmerizing elegance of 1930s films - in particular, those made by MGM Studios. The world it creates is so lavish and rich, you can’t help but long to be a part of it. “Camille” is breathtaking, highly emotional, and an apex in melodrama and romance. It earned one Academy Award nomination, for its star, Greta Garbo."

Wanna read more? Of course you do, so saunter over to my friend Jay Jacobson's Classic Movie Blog by hitting the link below...T.G.I.F!

https://www.jaysclassicmovieblog.com/post/42-camille-1936

Michael's Musings

I'm Superman, With The Wind At His Back...
Michael Shinafelt

"You better lose yourself in the music, the moment, You own it, you better never let it go" - Eminem, Los Yourself

With the world in complete chaos I am taking solace today in focusing on what I need to do to make myself happy. I'm gonna seize my moment and keep it going. It's the best gift, I or anyone else could give themselves right here, right now.

Hope everyone is having a good week, here we go Minions, it's time for Michael to get random, again 😮

Keeping the good vibes flowing: Law & Order Thursdays are back tonight, yay!!!

Where are the Taco Overlords???

Never sign a contract crying and soaking wet

FYI I've lost 11lbs and counting as of this moment 

"So giving a 12-year-old trans boy in Texas testosterone is child abuse, but forcing a 12-year-old rape victim to carry a pregnancy to term and give birth is…good?" - Aubrey Hirsch

All good friendships start with: "When I first saw you I thought you were a bitch"

Sure I can keep my mouth shut. But you can still read the subtitles on my face...

There are so many things to worry about, how should I prioritize them?

Woman Crush of the Week - Maude Apatow as Lexi Howard on Euphoria, a revelation on last weeks episode...Go with your bad self Lexi (Maude)!!!

Remember someone out there feels better because you exist

One word describes The Texas Chainsaw Massacre on Netflix: Tragic

Lizzo's got moves, that's it, that's the statement

What's your favorite "C" word? I'll start, Cookie

I start my day off, every day with a big delicious glass of lemon water. The more you know...

Tell me how you start your day off here -

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

https://twitter.com/MShinafelt   

Hump Day & Chill

Meow
Zoe Kravitz

I have a Hump Day & Chill confession to make. While I do not see many comic book based movies (I've never seen an Avengers film and don't plan to either) I do see certain ones. Of those "certain ones" I will see anything Batman.

"Yes" Batman was my jam in my formative years. Thus I consume all movies featuring him, there you have that!

Needless, or needful to say, depending on your POV I am looking forward (never back) to The Batman. Other than the obvious draw of Robert Pattinson playing the title character there is Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman.

Today we Hump Day & Chill to Zoe as the Cat. I love Ms. Kravitz, not only is she strikingly beautiful she is a quite talented actress. If you didn't see Big Little Lies (1 & 2) then I suggest you do. 

So F#ck the Bat and bring on the Cat! All hail the queen of Hump Day & Chill Zoe Kravitz!

Zoe on IG -

https://www.instagram.com/zoeisabellakravitz/

On The Rocks, No Salt...

Can You Feel It?
Neil Patrick Harris

Hola Minions, guess what today is? It's National Margarita Day...Yay! As If I needed an excuse to get me one. For the record I like mine, you guessed it: on the rocks, no salt.

Today I have invited fellow margarita enthusiast Neil Patrick Harris to celebrate with us. As you can see Neil seems quite wasted away again in Margaritaville. No word on whether or not he has found his lost shaker of salt as of yet.

So join me and Neil as we down ourselves a couple, perhaps a few margaritas today.

Remember what happens when drinking margaritas, gets broadcast on Social Media...

Lime Drop!

National Margarita Day on the WWW -

https://nationaltoday.com/national-margarita-day/   

Euphoria With A Twist

When Euphoria Met Dynasty

Alright Euphoria fans, like me. Last night's episode was amazing, as per usual. One of the best of a show that is already the best.

Not sure how many of you out there remember the nighttime drama Dynasty, not the reboot currently running on the CW, I am talking the original one from the 80's. 

Why am I asking? Well I am assuming you are viewing the very clever piece of pop culture that Internet artist Ronald McDonkey did above of Cassie and Maddy. Well to truly appreciate it you need to be familiar with, well, the original Dynasty.

Ronald's take casts Cassie as Crystal (Linda Evans) and Maddy as Alexis (Joan Collins) from it. Crystal and Alexis were arch rivals. Now I bet you are getting the concept of it, if you hadn't already.

"Yes" Ronald McDonkey does some really cool stuff, and this piece in particular really nails it!

Happy Presidents' Day! 

Ronald McDonkey on IG -

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

Sunday Funday

They're Back!
Mariska Hargitay & Christopher Meloni

Well here's a sight for Sunday Funday eyes, it's Mariska Hargitay & Christopher Meloni magically appearing on Law & Order press day in NYC.

This is cause for celebration amongst us L&O fans as Law & Order Thursdays return this week, yay!!!

Honestly I'm not sure why these shows run with new episodes for a month and then break for a month, perhaps that's the way the Pandemic has affected their shooting schedules? Perhaps they simply like to string their fans along? 

Whatever the case, it's frustrating, but oh so gratifying when the show hits the airwaves again.

Looking forward never straight until this Thursday February 24th.

Meanwhile enjoy Sunday Funday!  

Law & Order on Wikipedia -

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law_%26_Order_(franchise)

"Spring Loaded"

NEW LIVE VIDEO OF “YEAH YEAH YEAH” OUT NOW –Click HERE

 

Lit have announced their first batch of US tour dates in over three years today.  The trek dubbed, “Spring Loaded” is set to begin May 4 in Flint, MI  along with a date at Sony Hall in New York City May 10 and then wrapping up at Mohegan Sun Casino June 4. Special guests Heart Attack Man here and Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts here will complete the bill for a night of non-stop rock-n-roll. 

 

Prior to the US run, Lit will accompany Bowling For Soup throughout the UK for a two week tour in April.  All dates are on sale now HERE A full slate of dates (as well as very special album news) will be announced very soon. 

 

Lit have also released a live performance video HERE of their latest single HERE & official video HERE, “Yeah Yeah Yeah”, and are currently working in the laboratory on their seventh full-length rock opus slated for an early summer release.

 

Catch up with Ajay & Jeremy as they sit down with AXS TV’s Katie Daryl HERE

 

In addition, Lit recently revealed a four part documentary style podcast about their iconic song, “MY OWN WORST ENEMY” that was produced for Round Hill Music by Osiris Media. Listen to My Own Worst Enemy, The Podcast. Presented by Round Hill Music HERE

Imagine writing a track that:

*has over 200 million streams on Spotify

*has 44 million views on YouTube

*was #1 on Billboard Modern Rock chart for 11 weeks

*was named SONG OF THE YEAR by both ASCAP & Billboard

*is The most broadcasted, covered & karaoke’d rock tune in the past 20 years

 

Over four episodes, they explore the impact that this iconic track has had on music and pop culture and the enduring legacy of the band Lit. Conversations with the band and musical peers like Butch Walker, Adrian Young of No Doubt, and Noodles from the Offspring, as well as label executives, radio hosts, professional songwriters and musicologists tell the story behind the seminal song that has been in constant rotation since its release in 1999.

 

A vast array of artists View Here including A Day To Remember, Charlie Puth, Wallows, A Thousand Horses, Dustin Lynch, All Time Low, Zoe Kravitz, Michelle Branch have all covered the song, while Post Malone performed it on Instagram Live as did Kelly Clarkson HERE and Jimmy Fallon on his late night show HERE. “My Own Worst Enemy” truly transcends being categorized to a specific musical genre as is witnessed with its instant appeal not only to fellow punk and rock bands, but by country and pop artists.

 

Stream the Lit catalog HERE

 

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“Spring Loaded” Tour Dates

Lit with Heart Attack Man and Tuk Smith & The Restless Hearts

( * = does not include Tuk Smith)

( ^ = does not include Heart Attack Man)

 

Wednesday, May 4th : Flint, MI @ Machine Shop*

Thursday, May 5th : Lexington, KY @ Manchester Music Hall

Friday, May 6th : Cincinnati, OH @ Riverfront Live

Saturday, May 7th : Buffalo, NY @ Showplace Theater*

Sunday, May 8th : Warrendale, PA @ Jergels

Tuesday, May 10th : New York, NY @Sony Hall^

Wednesday, May 11: Hopewell, VA @ Beacon Theatre

Thursday, May 12th : Charlotte, NC @ Amos’

Friday, May 13th : Columbia, SC @ Savage Craft Ale Works

Saturday, May 14th : Sanford, NC @ Wampus Cat Music Festival*^

Sunday, May 15th : Myrtle Beach, SC @ The Boathouse

Thursday, June 2: Millville, NJ – Levoy Theatre*^

Friday, June 3: Derry, NH – Tupelo Music Hall*^

Saturday, June 4: Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Casino*^