Archive for March, 2007
Film: Ghost Rider
Synopsis: Based on the Marvel character, "Ghost Rider" is the story of motorcycle stunt performer, Johnny Blaze, who agrees to become the host of a "spirit of vengeance" in exchange for the safety of his true love, but the price he pays is to be cursed with the avenging spirit that takes its form at night as a demon with a flaming skull on a motorcycle of hellfire. Source: Yahoo Movies.
Conclusion: Excellent movie, following on from the great works of Marvel Comics. The Film was edgy and dark with the battling Good – oh scratch that, Bad vs. Bad (actually). There was a part in the movie I thought to myself "Right, you’ve set the scene.. next bit…" but it went on.. and on.. you’ll know the bit when you see it. Apart from that it’s worth a shot.
Bluewater
Had a fun day wandering around – seems to be the place were shops "show case" new products. Popped into the Sony Centre and found this gadger – lovely, but 2 grand !?!
Winding down at Bluewater, currently in TGI Friday’s waiting for my potatoe skins and burger. Booked to see Ghost Rider in the posh seats at 16:50, then off home.
Big surprise..
Had my Apple training, yes it is in the showroom and I was the only one there!
It turned out to be a more of a 1-2-1 customised training with two workshops squished into one (iMOVIE and iDVD). My trainer Alex (not shown) was very competent and knew his products and was able to answer all my questions and show examples.
I was very happy with the training, although a group training maybe more difficult. Overal I would recommend the workshops, but I cannot comment on one of the the true workshops, I was told by Alex that this closely represented what could be expected from one of their ProCare sittings.
Apple Workshop
I feel a little disappointment approachng, the workshop involves standing/sitting around a iMac in the shop. Oh well, it starts in 5mins I’ll let you know.
Film: The Illusionist
Sysnopsis: Eisenheim (Edward Norton) is a stage magician who amazes the audiences of turn-of-the-century Vienna, drawing the attention of Crown Prince Leopold (Rufus Sewell). When the Prince’s intended, Sophie von Teschen (Jessica Biel), assists the magician onstage, Eisenheim and Sophie recognize each other from their childhoods — and a dormant love affair is rekindled. As the clandestine romance continues, Chief Inspector Uhl (Paul Giamatti) is charged by Leopold to expose Eisenheim, and Eisenheim prepares to execute his greatest illusion yet. Source: Yahoo Movies
Conclusion: It had great potential, but I was waiting, and waiting… and waiting. The effects were good, fascinating concept and a good story, but it it just didn’t really do it for me. "The Prestige" still my favourite in this category ( blog entry ).
Movie: The Illusionist
Thought I’d take some time out and go and see a movie. You may of read a movie review last year that inspired me (name escapes me at the moment) but I love Victoran magic and mystery movies…
Ill let you know how it goes…
Day of rest…
Took a couple days off was a tough and that was only Monday! Just made it through Tuesday and it was decided that I needed some time off to destress.
Well 1st day and it seems to be working – decided I may see a film later on in the week and pick up some free Apple training in Bluewater on Friday (make a long day of it)..
I suspect that the mixture sensor in the Beetles exhaust is going to fail completely soon as I cleared the alert of Saturday and it lit up again yesterday – a trip to AMD I think maybe due…
Good to see old friends
Hey is JubJub (left) and Dan two guys I used to work with about 3yrs ago – they popped in today and we went to the "Penny Black" in Leatherhead for beers and lunch.. ahh the good times.
Broadband Speeeed (20Mb)
Virgin Media confirms 20Mbps broadband
Faster access for top tier customers by Stuart Miles
1 March 2007 – Virgin Media will offer a 20Mbps broadband speed across its network by June for its top tier customers the company has said.
"Customers can receive consistent speeds no matter where they live on our network and a top speed of 10Mb is available throughout our broadband addressable areas," the company said in its financial results statement.
"We will be increasing this to 20Mb in June and we are also currently conducting a residential trial of a 50Mb broadband service."
Virgin Media’s top tier "XL" broadband service currently offers a downstream speed of 10Mbps.
According to Virgin Media, 78,100 customers joined its broadband service in the last quarter.
Source: pocket-lint.co.uk