Yeppers, I have officially caught up on 30 Rock and I'm 99% sure that season one is my favorite. Never has the first season of a comedy show been my favorite (Twin Peaks' season one is what makes me specify genres).
Alec Baldwin was on fire the entire season, I love that the writer's on the show got so much air time, that such a sweet Star Wars reference was made (Captain Needa) and that Tina Fey knocked it out of the park so early in the first inning of prime time television with her writing & acting.
Also big kudos for getting me to laugh super hard when 1) Alec was unsure how to walk while on camera 2) Tina yelling at the writer's via a speech from Designing Women and 3) Alec having to tell his mother how to properly pronounce the name of his ex-wife: "It's not 'Bianca' like 'Sanka,' it's 'Bianca' like 'Willy Wonka!'." <--- I needed those laughs.
Again, I know I'm tardy to the party (I can say that if I want!) but it's just so darn exciting to have a strong premiere season that stands the test of time against the latter four seasons. No, not the group -- although it is quite safe to say that any episode of 30 Rock is way more exciting than any bar of Sherry.
This big girl cries,
Adam.
PS: Yes, I said "darn" earlier -- deal with it!
Showing posts with label Twin Peaks. Show all posts
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
An Old Friend Returns
Finally one of my best friends comes home today.
LOST's final season will be bitter/sweet. Sweet because it's hands down the best show ever! And bitter because after this show, television will officially suck.
Yes, I have my comedy shows that I watch, but no show makes me laugh as hard as Simpsons seasons 3-8 and all of Arrested Development. The shows I watch now are funny, but not truly inspirational.
As for sci-fi shows, of course there's Twin Peaks, Millennium, and X-Files, but what they lack LOST does not and that's being meticulous with every detail. If I made a show it would only be understood by those who obsessed over it, and I would want to make it as real as possible for not just myself but for my fans. (H.P. Lovecraft style!)
Hence why I consider LOST a good friend. It has yet to let me down (save that Nikki Paulo ep) but I'm willing to look over that since the show deals with time travel (an even older friend of mine).
Eager, excited, and ecstatic,
Adam.
LOST's final season will be bitter/sweet. Sweet because it's hands down the best show ever! And bitter because after this show, television will officially suck.
Yes, I have my comedy shows that I watch, but no show makes me laugh as hard as Simpsons seasons 3-8 and all of Arrested Development. The shows I watch now are funny, but not truly inspirational.
As for sci-fi shows, of course there's Twin Peaks, Millennium, and X-Files, but what they lack LOST does not and that's being meticulous with every detail. If I made a show it would only be understood by those who obsessed over it, and I would want to make it as real as possible for not just myself but for my fans. (H.P. Lovecraft style!)
Hence why I consider LOST a good friend. It has yet to let me down (save that Nikki Paulo ep) but I'm willing to look over that since the show deals with time travel (an even older friend of mine).
Eager, excited, and ecstatic,
Adam.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
This Is Who We Are
Yes, I am pursuing comedy/script writing. Yes, what I'm about to post of was not on my top 5 dream jobs list (see earlier blog entries). Yes, it's totally awesome!
Super Pal Chontel and I have started a "musical" project ("musical" is used very loosely). The name of our project is This Is Who We Are (Millennium reference) and we will be recording synth and chinese flute over sound clips from our favorite sci-fi shows (e.g. Twilight Zone, LOST, Millennium, X-Files, Twin Peaks, etc.).
If you like poor musicianship, over cool sound clips, then this "music" is for you.
This Is Who We Are
Super Pal Chontel and I have started a "musical" project ("musical" is used very loosely). The name of our project is This Is Who We Are (Millennium reference) and we will be recording synth and chinese flute over sound clips from our favorite sci-fi shows (e.g. Twilight Zone, LOST, Millennium, X-Files, Twin Peaks, etc.).
If you like poor musicianship, over cool sound clips, then this "music" is for you.
This Is Who We Are
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Dream Job #3
s.S -> s.S -> QCF+K -> RC -> s.HS -> QCB+P -> P -> RC -> s.HS -> QCB+P -> P
This dream job can only happen if I ever get to travel back in time (if I ignore my top place/time to be if I ever get to time travel--I'll save that for a future blog post). There was a time when I wanted to write strategy guides for 2 dimensional fighting games (i.e. Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Samurai Shodown, etc.) I used to write out any and all combos I discovered, neat tricks and when that got "boring" I would then seek out and document glitches I found in games (mainly Mortal Kombat, tsk tsk Mr. Tobias).
Sadly times have changed. America doesn't want 2 dimensional games, they want Lara Croft half naked shooting a mummy, or to do guitar-karaoke to Magic Carpet Ride. So I'd be forced to write these guides in Japan. But I hate flying and don't want to learn a new language (that isn't Jawaese), so I'm stuck here doomed to complain forever...oh, and I also *quit* video games.
-a.
*= I try to find anything else to do besides play a video game (i.e. write, read, draw, re-watch LOST, Twin Peaks, etc.) When all those fail I'll dabble in a shoot-em-up (aka SHMUP) to see how high of a score I can get in ONE play on one credit.
This dream job can only happen if I ever get to travel back in time (if I ignore my top place/time to be if I ever get to time travel--I'll save that for a future blog post). There was a time when I wanted to write strategy guides for 2 dimensional fighting games (i.e. Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Samurai Shodown, etc.) I used to write out any and all combos I discovered, neat tricks and when that got "boring" I would then seek out and document glitches I found in games (mainly Mortal Kombat, tsk tsk Mr. Tobias).
Sadly times have changed. America doesn't want 2 dimensional games, they want Lara Croft half naked shooting a mummy, or to do guitar-karaoke to Magic Carpet Ride. So I'd be forced to write these guides in Japan. But I hate flying and don't want to learn a new language (that isn't Jawaese), so I'm stuck here doomed to complain forever...oh, and I also *quit* video games.
-a.
*= I try to find anything else to do besides play a video game (i.e. write, read, draw, re-watch LOST, Twin Peaks, etc.) When all those fail I'll dabble in a shoot-em-up (aka SHMUP) to see how high of a score I can get in ONE play on one credit.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Heroes
I figured since my last 4 posts this week have been about Hulk Hogan, that the 5th and final post of the week should also be about him (sorta) that way it was a sweet week of the Hulkster.
Now that I have finally met the #1 person I have always wanted to meet. I figured that I'd make a list of those I have met, and those that I would love to meet, sort of like a "hit list" where I get to kill 'em with kindness.
So without further adieu, here is my list:
Andy Kaufman (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Ian Curtis (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Hulk Hogan (would love a second meeting)
Damon Lindelof (Executive Producer and pretty much the top writer for LOST. He wrote my favorite episode "The Constant," and after I saw it I said to myself "I must meet whoever wrote this episode and give them a hug." So whenever you're ready for that hug Damon, I'll be ready also.)
Mark E. Smith (I have a day dream where I make something of myself in the comedy(writing) scene and I meet Mark at a party. I then confess to him that while I was struggling, I downloaded A LOT of the Fall albums, and they kept me going. I then cut him a check to make us "even" and he's cool with that. Then we discuss the Fall, H.P. Lovecraft, and Twin Peaks!)
Davey Havok (met him during the Art of Drowning era, and I'm glad I did then, because now I wouldn't wait on line for 2+ hours--and even then during my intense obsession over him, he disappointed me by not wanting to discuss the Misfits. Farewell old friend.)
Glenn Danzig [circa 1977-1983] (when he was in the Misfits, he was at his coolest peak. After that he steadily became more insane and less awesome.)
David Lynch (super nice, and I'd love to meet him again, although I won't pay $90 the next time)
Ken Colly (Admiral Piett himself, super nice guy, and I'd love to pick up where we left off...him signing my memorabilia for free, and sticking it to the convention people.)
Stephen Colbert (great guy, but hard of hearing if you ask him if he is a fan of Andy Kaufman. But he's more than eager to tell you his favorite Lord of the Rings character--Faramir-- and happy to tell you who would win in a fight to the death; Cap'n Crunch or Count Chocula--"Cap'n crunch has crunch cannons.")
Zach Galifianakis (very nice, especially when you can't make it into his show. But he does tend to care more about what attractive women say to him when they touch his shoulder, as opposed to fat, geeky, aspiring comics...thanks a lot, Kristen!)
Leo Allen (met him at a stand-up show. I told him that I appreciate everything he's done. He seemed genuinely appreciative of my compliment...so yea, we're best friends now! haha)
Jon Glaser (I'd love to meet him, but I'd love even more to be on the same show as him. That would kick major ass!)
Any Joy Division Members (since they did help make my favorite songs, ha)
Mick Foley (ridiculously nice...especially with kids, and he writes interesting books...what a combo.)
Efrem Schultz and the rest of Death by Stereo (glad I met them back in 05, because I stopped rocking them not too long afterward. Sorry gang.)
John Pettibone (met him 2 times and he is the nicest guy ever. We discussed Joy Division--his favorite song is Novelty because "it hits home"--and he gave 2 free stickers to my friend, so nice)
Ian Leck of Voorhees (I'd love to let him know that his vocals are the best!)
Tony Miles (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Keanu Reeves (Has been a favorite actor of mine since I was young and first saw Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure. Since then I am immediately interested in any film he appears in-save the Lake House, and the Day the Earth Stood Still)
Bill Pullman (another favorite actor of mine. While everyone was excited for a summer blockbuster starring Will Smith, I was more than happy to see Bill Pullman as the President.)
Lance Henriksen (after falling in love with his character, Frank Black, on MillenniuM I have desired to meet him for quite a while. I also hear that he is super nice.)
Kyle Machlachlan (played Agent Dale Cooper on Twin Peaks, and seems to be an all-around nice guy, Diane. <--semi-TP reference)
Masi Oka (the actor who plays Hiro Nakamura. HE is the reason why I watch Heroes still--no matter how bad it's been since season 2. They keep hinting at his character dying and if that happens, they will lose a viewer for good...me. I just love when he makes his face jiggle while trying to freeze time or time-travel)
Franz Kafka (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Bauhaus (any member will do since I've recently fallen for Tones on Tail, and have been into Love & Rockets for a while. I'd be thrilled to meet anyone of them--but if I had my pick I'd go for Peter Murphy, of course.)
----And now to end the gay rumors, I'll put women on this list also----
Madchen Amick (played Shelly Johnson on Twin Peaks and I consider her to be the most beautiful woman in the moving pictures since TP debuted. Super pal Chontel agrees.)
Hayden Panettiere (Claire-bear on Heroes. I believe she's attractive. Super pal Chontel does not agree, and makes fun of me for this. Boo-hoo.)
So there we have it. I'm sure I forgot someone but this list looks pretty complete to me. 95% male, 3% deceased, 2% female. NOTE: I fought like hell to not put in fictional characters, sorry Emperor Palpatine.
-a.
Now that I have finally met the #1 person I have always wanted to meet. I figured that I'd make a list of those I have met, and those that I would love to meet, sort of like a "hit list" where I get to kill 'em with kindness.
So without further adieu, here is my list:
Andy Kaufman (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Ian Curtis (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Hulk Hogan (would love a second meeting)
Damon Lindelof (Executive Producer and pretty much the top writer for LOST. He wrote my favorite episode "The Constant," and after I saw it I said to myself "I must meet whoever wrote this episode and give them a hug." So whenever you're ready for that hug Damon, I'll be ready also.)
Mark E. Smith (I have a day dream where I make something of myself in the comedy(writing) scene and I meet Mark at a party. I then confess to him that while I was struggling, I downloaded A LOT of the Fall albums, and they kept me going. I then cut him a check to make us "even" and he's cool with that. Then we discuss the Fall, H.P. Lovecraft, and Twin Peaks!)
Davey Havok (met him during the Art of Drowning era, and I'm glad I did then, because now I wouldn't wait on line for 2+ hours--and even then during my intense obsession over him, he disappointed me by not wanting to discuss the Misfits. Farewell old friend.)
Glenn Danzig [circa 1977-1983] (when he was in the Misfits, he was at his coolest peak. After that he steadily became more insane and less awesome.)
David Lynch (super nice, and I'd love to meet him again, although I won't pay $90 the next time)
Ken Colly (Admiral Piett himself, super nice guy, and I'd love to pick up where we left off...him signing my memorabilia for free, and sticking it to the convention people.)
Stephen Colbert (great guy, but hard of hearing if you ask him if he is a fan of Andy Kaufman. But he's more than eager to tell you his favorite Lord of the Rings character--Faramir-- and happy to tell you who would win in a fight to the death; Cap'n Crunch or Count Chocula--"Cap'n crunch has crunch cannons.")
Zach Galifianakis (very nice, especially when you can't make it into his show. But he does tend to care more about what attractive women say to him when they touch his shoulder, as opposed to fat, geeky, aspiring comics...thanks a lot, Kristen!)
Leo Allen (met him at a stand-up show. I told him that I appreciate everything he's done. He seemed genuinely appreciative of my compliment...so yea, we're best friends now! haha)
Jon Glaser (I'd love to meet him, but I'd love even more to be on the same show as him. That would kick major ass!)
Any Joy Division Members (since they did help make my favorite songs, ha)
Mick Foley (ridiculously nice...especially with kids, and he writes interesting books...what a combo.)
Efrem Schultz and the rest of Death by Stereo (glad I met them back in 05, because I stopped rocking them not too long afterward. Sorry gang.)
John Pettibone (met him 2 times and he is the nicest guy ever. We discussed Joy Division--his favorite song is Novelty because "it hits home"--and he gave 2 free stickers to my friend, so nice)
Ian Leck of Voorhees (I'd love to let him know that his vocals are the best!)
Tony Miles (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Keanu Reeves (Has been a favorite actor of mine since I was young and first saw Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure. Since then I am immediately interested in any film he appears in-save the Lake House, and the Day the Earth Stood Still)
Bill Pullman (another favorite actor of mine. While everyone was excited for a summer blockbuster starring Will Smith, I was more than happy to see Bill Pullman as the President.)
Lance Henriksen (after falling in love with his character, Frank Black, on MillenniuM I have desired to meet him for quite a while. I also hear that he is super nice.)
Kyle Machlachlan (played Agent Dale Cooper on Twin Peaks, and seems to be an all-around nice guy, Diane. <--semi-TP reference)
Masi Oka (the actor who plays Hiro Nakamura. HE is the reason why I watch Heroes still--no matter how bad it's been since season 2. They keep hinting at his character dying and if that happens, they will lose a viewer for good...me. I just love when he makes his face jiggle while trying to freeze time or time-travel)
Franz Kafka (deceased--but a boy can dream)
Bauhaus (any member will do since I've recently fallen for Tones on Tail, and have been into Love & Rockets for a while. I'd be thrilled to meet anyone of them--but if I had my pick I'd go for Peter Murphy, of course.)
----And now to end the gay rumors, I'll put women on this list also----
Madchen Amick (played Shelly Johnson on Twin Peaks and I consider her to be the most beautiful woman in the moving pictures since TP debuted. Super pal Chontel agrees.)
Hayden Panettiere (Claire-bear on Heroes. I believe she's attractive. Super pal Chontel does not agree, and makes fun of me for this. Boo-hoo.)
So there we have it. I'm sure I forgot someone but this list looks pretty complete to me. 95% male, 3% deceased, 2% female. NOTE: I fought like hell to not put in fictional characters, sorry Emperor Palpatine.
-a.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
I lied to every one of my friends :(
It's true (finally). I said that I was not going to read Hogan's new book because it had nothing to do with his wrestling career. But after meeting him, it felt appropriate to just take a gander.
And now after 2 days I am more than halfway through his book, AND it does include discussions on his wrestling career-but not as detailed as I had hoped. At least they are there though. It's a quick and interesting read (especially for 26 year old Hulkamaniacs!)
So do yourself a favor and pick it up because no one will be borrowing my copy since it's signed. (those same rules apply to my signed copy of Twin Peaks and my copy of Black Sails in the Sunset sorry friends)
-a.
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