Departures - Review

Just finished the show - Departures (Okuribito).

If you've never heard of it, it's a Japanese production.

*Spoilers Ahead*

                        The Japanese Version Of The Poster

Departures mainly revolves around a man named Daigo (played by Masahiro Motoki) who's a cellist-turned-mortician He dreams of becoming a professional cellist but out of the blue, the orchestra went broke and had to be dissolved. So, being driven desperate, he had to sell his 18 Million Yen cello (madness) which he still owed and move back to his home-town with his wife. He sees an advertisement in the newspaper stating 'Departures' with high pay and short hours. Mistaking it as a travel agency, he phones in for an interview and was surprised as he was hired immediately. He then learns that there was a printing error in the newspaper and that 'Departures' was supposed to be 'The Departed'. But due to the high pay (500,000 Yen) and his desperate need for money, he took on the job.

I'll leave the rest for you guys to watch. It's quite an original plot. Though the story may seem a little morbid, it's actually quite an interesting watch as well as an eye-opener. This story contains multiple genres including comedy and drama. Although the Japanese trailer states that this show is not suitable for children, I find this show to be pretty mild. It can be quite a family show. There's also some cello moments played by Daigo. I definitely recommend this show. So, enjoy!

Ratings

Stars: 4.5/5
Story: 8/10
Music/Soundtrack: 7/10

P.S: I bought the original DVD for the price of RM16.90. You can find it in Times Square (In one of the CD shops. Don't remember the name..sorry.). Buy original, see original ;)

Almost there..

Just finished biology..

It wasn't a satisfying paper I have to say.

It could've been better if I had my head to it.

Oh well, last paper tomorrow. Wish me luck!

Darn..

FOCUS!!

Damn..I need to focus. Losing focus in exams. I need to clear my mind NOW! Only 2 subjects, 4 papers left..

I Wonder..

I've walked on this ground long enough to know some things in life.
There are countless times where I've endured pain and suffering.
Even though it's only a gist of life, I've gone through them without second thoughts.
Even now I don't properly see what true pain in life can really be.

Don't mind me and my emo talk. Just wrote a new piece. It's a tab and I call it "Penguin's Lullabye". It gives a very goodbye feeling but not too sad at the same time a little cheerful. It's about singing a lullaby of goodbye - therefore "Lullabye".

Okay..I'm too lazy to further write anything else...ciao

This Is It!!

Just watched Micheal Jackson's This Is It with Joo Lee and Azeera yesterday. Was real lucky to have gotten extra tickets to watch it! It was PHENOMENAL.

Seeing Micheal Jackson one last time in that rehearsal recording really makes it hard to believe that he's dead. He was full of life and rocked the stage. He tampered with every beat and every tune to all his songs to perfection. He dances like nobody's business and he rocks at it!

Watching This Is It brought back the 3-year old Micheal fan out of me. And now, I really miss him ='(

I think it's an opportunity to watch it and if any of you are going to watch it, stay till the VERY end. There's extras at the end *wink*

Also, we've gotten a first-eye witness to his guitarist for the concert -

Orianthi Panagaris    

Apparently, she's been around for a while. She's Greek and she's rockin' good. Played as Carrie Underwood's lead once. And even had a chance to play with Carlos Santana when she was 18. She even came up with two albums already: Violet Journey and Believe (which was most recent). Apparently she can even sing! So we're looking here at this girl who's future is bright alright.

She also happens to be like one of the best female shredder I've EVER seen in my WHOLE life. From now on, she's on my idol and inspirational list. Plus, she's hawt 8D

And updates of my Golden Retriever? We've decided to call him Orange!

Cute isn't he? He's just learnt to sit and play tug-o-war!

He's adorable =3

Okay, gotta ciao now, take care everyone! SPMmers, we've 17 days to go before the horror begins.
Jya!

Getting a dog!!!!!!!

Hey readers (if there are any),

I've finally reached my destination a.k.a the computer.

I've been feeling lazy lately and didn't get the chance to update.

So new things:

Uh.......oh yeah, just watched Pandorum (Note: link contains spoilers) just now.

                                          Freaky o.0

But yeah. Review time.

I give this one 3 1/2 stars out of 5.

I'm not too big of a Sci-Fi fan so giving that much is considered quite good already I suppose =)

Oh yeah, and if you're planning to watch this show, be sure you don't have a heart attack.

This show jolts a lot of shocking and sudden sounds that catches you off guard.

And the funny thing bout this show is that it's rated PG-13.

Honestly, it isn't any better than District 9. I understand District 9 is rated 18 because of the violence and language. BUT, Pandorum is also violent and foul! They did censor the f*** and the b**** but the censorship needs working on.... *scratches head*

An example of it is:

What the fuc*censors* is that?!

                      or

That bitc*censors* is gonna pay!

I mean, what kind of censoring is that?! And there were even some parts where they only censor after the actors curse and swear. *shakes head*

Violence in this show is the typical I-eat-your-abdomen-and-rip-your-hands-out-while-I-gnaw-on-your-face type. Not any far off from the same thing you'll see in Resident Evil's zombies. There are numerous fighting scenes but nothing too far off. Weaponary consist mainly of blades (in a futuristic world..lol) which also means more blood.

Although the show has a damp, claustrophobic, scary, dark and ugly setting, it ain't THAT bad. Yeah! *sarcasm*

The monsters are ugly here though. They are actually human beings overfed with something. Too complicating to explain..so go watch it! It's a rather complicating plot which I found wasn't too great because they made things difficult for everyone but just so that they could fit in the twists of the story.

Next big thing,

Mum's getting me and bro a dog!!!! A holy Golden Retriever!!!! =DDDDDDDD

It has been on my wishlist for years already!

We're planning to call it Dino. Although there are other names in consideration such as Prince. How about Apple? Heh. Any suggestions?

Once we get him, I'll post some pictures and stuff. So, until then, ciao!

More New Stuff =D

I've more new things to share!!!!!

Daddy's gotten me a 2nd-hand Asus P320!!!

 

Some snazzy shots of it =DDD

It's a PC phone and is totally awesome =P

Now I can update my blog and facebook anytime!!! Weeeeee~

What's next, oh right! Was walking in the pasar malam in front of Leisure Mall earlier and found my prom mask!

                          *Phantom of the Opera theme plays*

Oooh *shivers*. I can imagine the part where she goes "The PhAAaAaAaatom OPeraaAA isSS tTheEeeAARrEE inside my head~"

Well,

That's all for now, Jya!