| "Come to me angel of music..." |
[Jan. 2nd, 2005|12:01 am] |
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| | The Phantom of the Opera movie soundtrack | ] |
I needed cheering up...
I've just come back from seeing 'The Phantom of the Opera' again. And I'm in love with this film so much. The music sends tingles up my spine, the sets are visually gorgeous and the acting is wonderful. It was breathtaking to me. It makes me want to see the stage version so much now. I think I'm gonna try and get tickets, but they're so expensive.
And it makes me wanna act even more now. I know where I want my career to go.
I'm also very enamoured by the Gerard Butler as the Phantom himself. His potrayal made me go all teary, it was heartfelt, tortured, sensual and fabulous. His character was the one I was drawn to the most. Oh, and Purlease! He could haunt me any day of the week! Gerard has amazing eyes!*swoons* Christine must've been crazy!
Anyways, here are a few pics to feast upon. Sorry if the last pic bugs dial-up users. Last pic is courtesy of www.gerardbutler.net
Wowza!
( Click here for huge gorgeous Gerry as The Phantom )
I will post pics of Gerard as himself later. ;-)
Laters! |
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[Dec. 24th, 2004|01:43 pm] |
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A happy thought...
I want to say a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my lovely friend, Cat! ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) whitedaisy82
May your day be filled with smiles and fun! I give you another prezzie. The fin...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHICKA! :-D *big hugs and kisses*
After seeing the Kingdom of Heaven trailer I have a good feeling about the film. touches wood* Orlando and the rest of the cast looked impressive. And I'm in love with Balian...so much more now. He cheered me up yesterday after having such a crap day.
Non-happy thought...That crap day: I was involved in a "minor" but very scary car accident yesterday morning, where my car got hit hard by another car. I'm alright though, I was just very shaken up and upset. My neck was bothering me but I went to the doctor this morning and she said I've strained the muscles in my neck. A sort of whiplash. But I'm thankful everything is alright. My car's got quite a nasty bend in the bumper and the door. Of all the times it could happen, it's right on top of christmas. Oh well. :-(
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| WARNING! Extreme gooeyness *sigh* |
[Dec. 19th, 2004|09:02 am] |
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Courtesy of http://www.outnow.ch/media/img/
So cute! Look at her cradling his head...lucky biatch. And Orlando dimples! And...And...Awwww! *thud*
And just because, this scene is funny. Scary woman! LOL.
I love my Jimmy! |
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| *is dead* |
[Dec. 17th, 2004|12:39 pm] |
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Perfection anyone? Ruggedly handsome...beautiful. He looks good no matter what.
I am getting really excited for this film. It sounds so excellent. The publicity machine is now kicking off...bring on the trailer! *goes back to being a gonna* |
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[Dec. 15th, 2004|12:21 pm] |
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I just had to say CONGRATULATIONS! Liv Tyler gave birth to a bouncing baby boy in the early hours of December 14th!
No name yet, but he wieghed 8lbs! Very healthy! I always go squeey over babies so... *squeeeeeeeee* I'm so happy for her and her family.
CONGRATS again to Liv and Roy! |
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[Dec. 12th, 2004|07:36 pm] |
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I'm not feeling with it right now. In fact, I'm completely distant.
*a short comment*
On the up side, I'm watching ROTK the extended edition. Yay! |
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| Randomly, two things.. |
[Nov. 29th, 2004|08:51 pm] |
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| | Jamelia - Stop! | ] |
1.) I want a man...well, a relationship. Hugs, cuddles, kisses, love. I'm not desperate, but I think I'm ready...that's the most difficult part though...waiting for one.
2.) The college performance that was cancelled is now on tomorrow. Rehearsals all day, performance on the evening...and I'm so nervous I'm bouncing off the walls.
Thank you for reading.
*explodes* |
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| Pop quiz randomness... |
[Nov. 16th, 2004|07:33 pm] |
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Found this on my friend's LJ and thought I'd give it a try, as a way of possibly getting to know me better? Fell free to use if ya like. Feel free to comment if you want.
SECTION 1: ABOUT YOURSELF
Name: Joanne
Gender: female
Age: 23
Location: UK
Birthday: September 14th
School: College...next stop UNI!
Ethnicity: White British
Shoe size: 4/5
Natural Hair color: Dark Brown...like Orlando's.
Eye color: Brown
Fears: Heights, creepy crawlies , clowns, death, regrets.
SECTION 2: HAVE YOU EVER...
Cheated on someone?: Nope.
Fallen off the bed?: Probably.
Fallen for a relative?: Errr, no!
Broke someone's heart?: I know I had to tell a guy I didn't like him "that way", when he asked me out. So maybe I did, I don't know. I hope not :-(
Had your heart broken?: I don't think I have.
Done something you regret? All the time.
Cheated on a test? I think everyone does it once. I did it when I was 11, in class...once. It's awful, I'd never do it again.
SECTION 3: CURRENTLY...
Wearing?: Light green top and jeans.
Listening to?: The sound of my computer
Eating?: I've just finished my dinner of chicken and pasta. Mmm.
Feeling?: Heavily stressed. I got a maths exam in the morning, and an acting performance in the evening. Plus, lots of work to finish by a deadline...so I'm scared.
Located?: My computer chair in my bedroon.
Chatting with?: Aims. Cat not long left for work.
Watching?: Nowt.
Should REALLY be doing?: College work. But I'll be doing it in a bit. I'm preparing myself.
SECTION 4: DO YOU...
Brush your teeth?: Of course.
Like anybody?: Yeah.
Have any piercings?: My ears.
Drive?: Yes.
Believe in Santa Claus?: I'd like to think I still do.
Smoke?: No way.
Drink?: Alcohol? not very often, occasionally.
Have a cell phone?: Yes.
Have a pager?: No.
SECTION 5: FRIENDS...
Who is your best? I can't choose at all. No way.
Who is the shyest?: Evi.
Who is the craziest?: Aims and Cat, in good ways of course.
Who is the most talkative?: Aimee, Ange.
Who is the cutest?: Dan.
Who laughs the most?: We all do.
Who have you known the shortest?: Aimee.
Who do you miss the most?: Vicky. :-( She hasn't got back in contact with me...I've tried.
Who do you turn to for personal problems?: A lot of the time I bottle them up I guess. But if I would talk to anybody, it would be Cat.
Do you hang out with the opposite sex?: I do at college. I'm in a class with all guys.
Do you trust your friends?: Yes, the genuine ones. I've been hurt in the past but, I learn to forgive. But I can be a bit scared about being hurt again.
SECTION 6: THE LAST PERSON YOU...
Hugged?: My dad.
Kissed?: You mean a guy? Erm, about 3 and a half years ago *puts bag on head* Kissed in general? I can't remember.
Talked to on the phone?: My aunt.
Ate with?: Mum and Dad.
Slept With?: I have my own bed. I haven't slept with anyone yet so. *blushes*
SECTION 7: PERSONAL...
What do you want to be when you grow up?: Other than the OB's other half? (In my dreams...lol) ...I want to be a professional actor, or even still work behind the scenes and in the industry.
What has been the best day of your life?: I really don't know. I guess the most recent best day would be passing my driving test a couple of months ago. Other than that...
Do you have a boyfriend/girlfriend/crush?: I have a couple.
What do you usually think about before you go to bed?: Hmmm, wondering if I'll sleep...Orlando...loads of things really.
Did you lose someone you really loved?: Yes. :-(
How many times have you fallen deeply in love?: I haven't yet, unfortunately.
Love your family?: Silly question. Of Course!
Love your friends?: Same as above answer.
SECTION 8: FAVORITE...
Movie: I have loads! But if you want me to limit it to 5 then I'll go for LOTR Trilogy, Amelie, Donnie Darko, Almost Famous, E.T.
Relative: Can't choose.
Fruit: The only fruit I can eat now is bananas.
Car: Sounds silly but I'd love a Mini Cooper or a Ford KA.
Class: I loved Art, English, Music and Drama.
Holiday: Christmas all the way. But it goes by too fast.
Day of the Week: Monday. It's the only day where I'm free from both college and working.
Color: Purple and lilac.
Favorite spot for a date: No where too crowded. Nowhere to secluded. Erm, I don't know. Somewhere where we could have a laugh and chat too? Bowling? A pub? Erm...
SECTION 9: DO YOU...
Like to walk in the rain?: Sometimes. Depends how I'm feeling.
Prefer black or blue pens?: Blue. Black is maudlin and plain.
Like to travel?: If I had the money, I'd love to.
Think you're attractive?: HAHAHA. Like, whatever no. Not really.
Have a goldfish?: No.
Ever have the falling dream?: Yeah. They're scary.
Have stuffed animals?: Yes.
SECTION 10: WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT...
Abortion: Don't agree with it.
Smoking: It's nasty and it's worrying. I worry about my mum and others.
Eating Disorders: I wouldn't want to say, other than it's sad.
SECTION 11: THIS OR THAT...
Pierced nose or tongue?: My nose. I went through a phase of wanting to, but didn't. IF it was my tongue, i'd be afraid of swallowing it.
Single or taken?: Sometimes it's good to have the freedom, but other times it can be lonely so...I don't know. At the moment, I'd like to be taken if anybody would want me.
MTV or BET?: What's BET? MTV is alright, but I'm a 'Q' girl mainly.
7th Heaven or Dawson's Creek?: I used to love Dowason's Creek. Lol.
Sugar or salt?: Sugar, without a doubt.
Silver or gold?: I prefer silver.
Chocolate or flowers?: Chocolate baby!
Color or Black-and-white photos?: B&W is so gorgeous!
M&M's or Skittles?: I don't like skittles...so M&Ms, the chocolate ones.
Stay up late or sleep in?: I like both.
Sun or moon?: The moon is beautiful. I love night time with the stars and moon out.
Acquaintances or one best friend: A best friend. I have a few aquainances and it can be lonely, even with them.
Spring or Fall?: Spring, it's a little warmer.
Happy or sad?: I'd prefer to be happy, obviously. I've been sad for too long in the past.
McDonald's or Burger King?: I'm not keen on either much. But I do have a McNuggets meal sometimes, during my breaks at college.
Mexican or Italian food?: Never really tried either.
Lights on or off?: Off...just not pitch black thank you!
Candy or soda?: Chocolate. I can't drink pop anymore.
Pepsi or Coke?: When I could drink fizzy drinks, I was always a Pepsi girl. I can't drink them now though.
Current Music: Jeff Buckley, Bon Jovi... |
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[Nov. 9th, 2004|03:45 pm] |
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That's it...I'm officially screwed! and I hate my college. I went to careers office, asking about the deadline for the UCAS University applications through the college. I was told "in the next couple of weeks" by my tutor. The career's adviser tells me "it was last friday."
I'm scared even more, and I'm anxious. As if I haven't got enough to deal with (the coursework and all), I now have to decide, once and for all, which Uni's and what courses I want to do...and it all has to be, within the next two weeks.
What is wrong with my fucking college?!?! Do they seriously want to wreck my life or what? Why can't they just give us the right info. Help us, just once. Instead, the 'Performing Arts' courses are stuck on the sidelines and the heads of staff are giving their "we'll deal with them later" kinda attitude. It sucks.
I'm gonna cry. I can't take it. |
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| I'm caving in... |
[Nov. 8th, 2004|05:03 pm] |
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I'm stressed as usual. About everything. My life is no more complicated than anyone else's, but I need to rant about it and I feel selfish for doing so.
I'm feeling the pressure of everything that revolves around college, and just recently, my health. I mean, how can I be 100% in my college work, if my physical strength doesn't feel up to par?
I've got work coming out of my ears, and I have no motivation for it. It's not that I don't want to do it, it's just the course itself that stalls my motivation. Our college doesn't give a shit about the Performing Arts and it shows. They lose our work, they muck up our grades and so on. It's almost as if they make it all up as they go along. How am I supposed to feel like I'm doing right, when things around me feel wrong? I have a script to write, which I'm loving, but I'm crap at starting things. I have 1000 words on Brecht and Epic/Dramatic theatre techniques that I don't like. I have 1000 words on the History of Variety Theatre and I can't even find the information on it. I've got journal work to keep up with...yeah right. Evaluations, etc. I've got lines that I need to learn and rehearse and I don't feel up to scratch with it. I know I can act, I'm just having trouble. All that I have to do in the next 2-3 weeks, along with going to work 4 days a week. If I can't deal with all this right now, then how the hell am I supposed to survive Uni?!
Then there's the added pressure of trying to choose a good University, and I've only got 6 options, and I have to know FOR SURE what course I wanna do...that's difficult. I need to make the right choice. I have a personal statement to fill in for when I apply to my choice of Uni's, but I don't know where to begin. Then there's whether I want to go to Drama School - the money, choosing audition pieces and so on. Then...there's the fecking deadlines. I'm scared of missing out because I'm too busy trying to think about everything.
Then my stomach keeps acting up again. The reoccuring shit of that, amongst other things.
Sometimes, I just feel like crawling under a rock and hiding there for a while. I'll stop raving now. I feel so selfish. |
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| Procrastinating is a disease... |
[Oct. 29th, 2004|12:09 am] |
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I got this little questionnare from my "Twin" Cat whitedaisy82 Ta Chicka!
I'm curious as to know what my friends really think of me. Please be truthful. I'm a big girl now, I can take it. Lol.
1. Give me a nickname and explain why you picked it.
2. Am I loveable?
3. How long have you known me?
4. When and how did we first meet?
5. What was your first impression?
6. Do you still think that way about me now?
7. What do you think my weakness is?
8. Do you think I'll get married?
9. What makes me happy?
10. What makes me sad?
11. What reminds you of me?
12. If you could give me anything what would it be?
13. How well do you know me?
14. What's the coolest thing about me?
15. What do you think would be my most appealing trait to the opposite sex?
16. Do you think I could kill someone?
17. Describe me in one word.
18. Do you think our friendship is getting stronger/weaker/or staying the same?
19. Do you feel that you could talk to me about anything and I would listen?
20. Are you going to put this on your LiveJournal and see what I say about you?
21. Am I attractive? Why or why not.
22. If you were going to take me somewhere, where would it be?
23. Is there a song that makes you think of me?
24. What is something I could not live without?
25. If I was stuck on a island, what three things would you pack for me?
I'm gonna go hide, until then.
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| *slams head against the wall* |
[Oct. 27th, 2004|05:53 pm] |
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Shoot me already! I've procrastinated long enough. I've been doing my college work today though, and I'm fed up already. I still have TONS to remember, recollect and write.
I'm screwed. |
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[Oct. 26th, 2004|06:21 pm] |
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I don't feel like a good friend. I let them down. I make them feel bad. I'm like Jekyl and Hyde. I have mood swings that would drive anyone away.
I need help. I hope I can be forgiven. |
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| Trying to keep my head together |
[Oct. 25th, 2004|06:24 pm] |
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| | Seal - Kiss From A Rose | ] |
Well, today is my day of rest...so to speak. Tomorrow onwards, I have to knuckle down to college work. I have a ton of it. So today I thought I'd try and get the creative side of my brain going by getting a start on the second Chapter of a fic I'm writing. Yes. I'm writing one, beleive it or not. After much encouragement, I've decided to give it another go. I never thought I could do it, to be honest. I still don't. I have the plan in my head, of what this story will be about, how it will progress so far down the line and so on. I'm just not very good at getting my jumbled thoughts and ideas down on paper (or in this case, Word processor). It's been driving me mad.
I made myself my first proper sig/avi set, on Photoshop. It's based around my fic. Be gentle, here it is...
 
That's not really the image of Orlando I want in the story. I want early Orlando (ala short curly hair, and a bit of scruff - 'Gap' era onwards.) but I can't find a pic I wanna use for it yet. This pic I love though, and thought it would suit it for now...so there you go.
Hmmm, your first insight into my fic. Aren't you lucky? *rolls eyes*
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[Oct. 19th, 2004|11:31 pm] |
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Well, my first post in just over a month, is a downer.
I'm disconnecting myself from Orlando fandom boards for a while. I've just had enough of the childish bickering now. It's vicious, and to be honest, it's getting on my nerves. So, there ya go. No posting.
Over the last few weeks, a brief update...I'm still working long hours, still at college for long hours (confused as shite, don't know where my brain is going) got a car (handy), fed up with things. Nothing much really. I'm sitting inbetween pessimism and optimism. A bit chilly. |
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| Orlando's movie 'Haven' will blow my mind... |
[Sep. 13th, 2004|09:19 pm] |
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| | Phil Collins - A Groovy Kind of Love | ] |
..and/or my ovaries. The pics from the premiere at the Toronto Film Festival are knocking me for six I swear!
...and I'm practiaclly having babies, looking at the poster for it. Makes me wanna really, desperately see this film even more! The reviews have been favourable. Seems like Orlando's best role yet! Brilliant!...From the 'Orlando Love' forum. Courtesy of the great Elf Lady and Serein... (Warning: It will leave you with a cricked neck)
I've had a fork stuck in me all day. The image of Orlando (Shy)and Zoe Saldana(Andrea), is beautiful, tender, sexy. I love it! *thud*
Oh, and it's my birthday tomorrow. Happy Birthday to me. :-D |
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| Well, I finally did it this time... |
[Sep. 8th, 2004|04:39 pm] |
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I PASSED MY BLOODY DRIVING TEST! *does a happy dance* After two and a half years, on and off, learning...and three failed attempts...I'm fourth time lucky! Wooo! I feel so releived, like a wieght has been lifted off of my shoulders. It's so much stress taking these tests, I didn't think I could do it again. I was a bundle of nerves. Lack of sleep. Lacking in money. Now I don't have to worry about that because I'm a qualified driver! *squeeeeee*
*grins madly*
Now, all I have to do is save up the money for a car. I can't even afford a wheel at the moment. *rolls eyes* |
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| 'The Calcium Kid' frenzy... |
[Sep. 1st, 2004|09:43 pm] |
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| | Eyes Wide Open - Shaznay Lewis | ] |
Ever since I bought it on DVD on Monday, I've been going mad watching it. It's keeping me entertained until I go back to college next week, which is a good thing right now. It's not the best film ever made, but it makes me laugh. Watching it on the cinema was great but now, finally, having it in my collection...Heheh...so cool. Orlando is Jimmy, plain and simple. The fact that it's a small, British, personal film, makes it all the more enjoyable when watching Orlando in it. Seeing him in his own environment rather than the big movies that he seems to be doing. (I'm not complaining about those. LOL) It's just nice to see him as a typical 'Brit boy' every now and then, you know what I mean? Which I'm sure he still is one...I hope. I don't want him to lose his lovely Brit charm.
The extras...
As Cat, Sonia and Mandi already know (by my ranting about it. Don't you girls? *winks* ), my favourite deleted scene was, without a doubt, the "Towel" scene. See my LJ icon, above? That's from it! (Mandi, thank you so much for the prezzie! ;-) )
*Spoiler*
- Involving Stan (Jimmy's best mate) sneaking up on Jimmy in the shower room while Jimmy is in front of a mirror, practicing his fist jabs. I also remind you that he has just a yellow towel wrapped around his waist. Stan, the devil that he is, surprises Jimmy by grabbing another towel and whipping it at the poor man's "treasures". Ouch! Needless to say, Jimmy's hands drop and he's doubled over, winded beyond belief. I understand why it was left out of the final film but it's so funny to see. Orlando's facial expressions there are just brilliant. Blowing out puffs of air, squinting his eyes, clenching his muscles...you get the picture. Looking so amusing. The comical timing is great...and he looks so damn sexy! I can't tell you how sexy he is there. Even with his ever-so-sweet-and-little Jimmy 'South London' accent.
HE'S IN A TOWEL! That bit seems immature I know, but I can't help it right now. I'm a woman, I have hormones. Anyways, I can't wait to see more screencaps of this scene, I tell ya!
Okay, need to breathe. I'll be back later with a more intelligent (HA!) post about 'The Calcium Kid'. ;-) |
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