Friday, July 16, 2021

Don't Go Gentle

 Don't Go Gentle: A Film About IDLES  

Coming to Blu-ray, DVD, and digital platforms on August 6th

“A touching portrait of fandom done right... Proof that bands can still change your life” ★★★★ NME            

Don’t Go Gentle: A film about IDLES is a 75 minute feature film about finding strength in vulnerability. It journeys through the critically acclaimed Bristol band’s determination, friendship and adversity as they fight for a place in a divided socio-political environment, unexpectedly inspiring and unifying an international community along the way. 

The film, which was directed by Mark Archer and received 4 star reviews in NME and Time Out London, will be screening across the UK and Ireland starting July 2nd. It will then be widely available on Blu-ray, DVD, and VOD on August 6th.

Don’t Go Gentle captures the 10 year journey of IDLES’ struggle, grief and resolve. Exploring their vulnerabilities through their experience, lyrics and sound, we learn the reasons why these five individuals have connected with legions of people across the world. We see just how that relationship unfolds in the most courageous and positive of human ways.

In a time when the ground is shifting beneath our feet, where open communication and truthful reflection are more vital than ever, we journey with lead singer Joe Talbot and the band as they tear across stages, knocking down stereotypes, empowering fans to talk about mental health and the realities we may not feel comfortable to speak about.

Thursday, July 15, 2021

Michael's Musings

Transcend & Evolve
Michael Shinafelt

Transcend & Evolve - this has been my meditation mantra for the past week courtesy of a bomb ass yoga instructor at a class I take in the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Do you know that yoga and meditation actually work? Well they do....Namaste Minions!

Ponder This: Is the Kool Aid Man the jar or the liquid???

Single White Drag Queen, that's all

I'm not interested in eternal life, I've seen enough

A whole table of drunk rich people yelling at each other, discuss...

Pizza is always the answer

I have a headache and a back ache, could someone please rub my back and give me head?

Once upon a time there was a Demon Mistress and her fire orgies

Would you like your crispy chicken now?

Woman Crush of the Week - Sharon Stone at the Cannes Film Festival in this 3D Floral Dolce & Gabbana gown. Nobody does it better!

Congrats to Jean Smart on her greatly deserved double Emmy Nominations for Hacks & Mare of Easttown 

Jason Sudeikis just ran (naked) through my mind 

Nobody works harder than mosquitoes, the more you know

It's so hot, can I please come out now?!?!

There's something I want to share with you

Find out what, here:

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

https://twitter.com/MShinafelt  

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Hump Day & Chill

Celebrating National Nude Day
Big Brother Season 18 Cast

Well it appears today's Hump Day & Chill was predestined, written in the stars shall we say? "Yes" we shall! Because today on this a most hallowed Hump Day & Chill it's National Nude Day! Yay!

Here to help everyone get in the spirit is the cast of Big Brother Season 18 celebrating in their Birthday Suits.

Seriously, I had no idea this publicity shot even existed until I did a Google search on, well, National Nude Day of course.

You have your mission Minions, to do something to commemorate this special HD&C all you merely need to do is take off your clothes and engage in an activity, nude...

"Yes" it's that easy, so just do it and do it now!!!

National Nude Day on the WWW -

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

10 Random Questions: J.R. Price

Musical Artist J.R. Price has a mission, he wants to make everyone feel beautiful and inspire others to chase their dreams. This Out Bear has a new single Golden Hour dropping today.

Oh and BTW - J.R. is here to respond to 10 Random Questions from yours truly...hit it J.R!

1) Golden Hour?
       
JR: I am so excited for this to be the title of my next single! After releasing my album “Daydream” I feel so awake, I am in the golden hour now in my life. I am focused on the future, and the sun is rising on so many new and exciting opportunities for me. That moment in the morning where everything is at peace. It’s beautiful. The song itself is about remembering someone you love and focusing on all the good times, I think that’s the secret to life. Focusing on the positive over the negative. Make every hour a Golden Hour!

2) Bears?
    
 JR  As a bear/cub, in the gay community I have to say I am so thrilled to have a common brotherhood. Just knowing I’m not alone in this crazy world is a really wonderful thing  I have a family. It’s not the one I was born into. But it is exactly what I want and need. 

3) Crop Tops?
     
JR:  The most comfortable fashion choice I’ll ever make. I am a large man, and I get really hot and sweaty super fast… so I throw on a crop and all those worries are gone. I mean, why does it have to be a statement for a big guy to show his stomach?  idk!?!? But I do know they are fun and cute and they will always be in my wardrobe! 

4) Dreams?
      
JR: I think it’s fascinating that we have the ability to dream. To think of ways to flourish beyond our current realities. I love the power to mold my own destiny. I can do anything. Be anything. And so can each of you. It’s exciting. At any given second you can absolutely change everything about your life… with hard work, determination, and will power…. Sure…. But it all starts with a dream. Therefore dreams are more important and powerful than. Anything else! 

The "Golden Hour"
J.R. Price

5)
Music?
  
JR: The only escape from the hell of this world is music! When you turn on a bop, it puts you in a euphoric state that isn’t possible in the same way in reality. In the real world things are hard, people hold you back, the past weighs you down… but when your jam comes on… you gotta get up and dance…. That’s outstanding and thrilling!


6) The Loch Ness Monster?
 
JR: Haha! Good question! I think it’s sad that the Loch Ness Monster has this horrible reputation, and I think they are probably really lonely, and every time they reach out for a friend it’s disgusting judge mental humans who won’t try to understand them… I think we can all relate to the LNM! Have more compassion friends!


7) Body Positive?
    
JR: My first professional release and one of the most important messages in this world. Everyone should be proud of their bodies, the shape, the size, the color, the perfections and the flaws! We are all gorgeous and unique! Showcase who you are to the world. I think it’s so heartbreaking what self esteem does to ruin people’s potential! Have confidence! I promise, that is the key! Stay positive lovey!


8) Dancing?

    JR: The exhilaration and get when I move my body in time to lyrical expression, is incomparable to anything else on earth. The connection that is created to another artist, the way my heart pounds, the way I feel so alive… I recommend everyone dances more. Maybe we would have more love for each other if we allowed ourselves to experience that joy more often! Dance like no one is watching, or better yet… dance like they are and live for it! 


9) Margaritas? 
     
JR: I wasn’t a big drinker before the pandemic, but I have to say the more the drinks taste like slushies the more I enjoy them haha! I don’t like putting gross things in my mouth… just tasty things I enjoy and consent to! 🤣


10) Tik Tok?

 JR: This is probably my favorite platform! It allows creative content to be seen all around. The world. Anyone can become viral, if they have a truly great idea, and most of the comments are positive. It’s a very forward thinking and positive reflection of humanity. I love to post dance vids or funny antidotes for the monotonous chaos of the world around me. Sometimes it’s ok to just want to laugh or be thirsty… TikTok is a great break! Mine is @jrpriceless follow me! All my links are at jrprice.org  And all my music is available on all platforms! 

This was so much fun! Thanks for having me! 🐻🤗

Monday, July 12, 2021

MCM

Flash Ah-ah
Sam J Jones

I don't know about all of you, but it's been a weekend and I'm actually ready to kick off the week with a little MCM. For the uninitiated that stands for Man Crush Monday...

Let's hit it with Sam J Jones in Flash Gordon. I remember seeing this in a movie theater when it came out and wishing Flash, would, well, flash!

Alas that did not happen, but we did get to see Jones what amounted to a speedo and nothing else. Yeah, there's that.

So get your Man Crush on with Sam and enjoy the rest of your week!

Sam on IG -

Sunday, July 11, 2021

Just Because...Think Pink

Think Pink
Lizzo

Just Because it's Sunday Funday, Just Because I'm in an indescribable head space & Just Because, well, ya know, think pink...that's correct Minions look it's Lizzo with pink hair!!! Woot!

Lizzo recently debuted her new hue for karaoke night at Dreux's Louisiana French Quarter in Los Angeles.

She also sports and airbrushed shirt with an image that appears to be her as per usual non-pink self. Essentially giving us two Lizzo looks simultaneously. That Lizzo, what a giver she is.

There really isn't much more to say regarding this, except Bend It Like Lizzo and remember this: The World Is Yours!!!

Lizzo on IG -

Saturday, July 10, 2021

Saturday Sinema: All About Eve

Here's IMHO is one of the best movies of all time, All About Eve. It's been a while since I have viewed this brilliant piece of cinema but it goes something like this:

"Backstage story revolving around aspiring actress Eve Harrington. Tattered and forlorn, Eve shows up in the dressing room of Broadway mega-star Margo Channing, telling a melancholy life story to Margo and her friends. Margo takes Eve under her wing, and it appears that Eve is a conniver that uses Margo"

This film notably stars the great Bette Davis with an early memorable cameo by Marilyn Monroe.

Let me now leave you in the very capable hands of my buddy Jay Jacobson and his Classic Movie Blog. Hit the link below for all the juicy details about this masterpiece...

https://www.jaysclassicmovieblog.com/post/all-about-eve