Alice in ... Wonderland?

So, I've been seeing a lot of previews for Tim Burton's newest (as yet unreleased) film, Alice in Wonderland, and from what I remember of Lewis Caroll's story, they don't look very similar. Rather than just going "Oh, it's nothing like the book; I boycott!" immediately, I did a little bit of research! (Research=good, making assumptions on false or limited information=bad. I chose to follow the yellow brick road.) But anyway, over the course of my research, I discovered something! Amazing how that happens with research, isn't it? :) Tim Burton's movie is NOT, in fact, based on the novel. It is set ten years after Alice's original adventures in Wonderland. Before I found that out, I had been rather worried. After all, since it's a Tim Burton film that has Johnny Depp in it, he has to be a main character. And the Mad Hatter is not a main character in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

But, I do have one thing to say: what is UP with Helena Bonham Carter's proportions? I mean, seriously, are they trying to make a people-version of The Dog/The Cat ? Also, I love Tim Burton, and I'm a fan of Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, but Mr. Burton, there are other actors that you can cast. Plus, Johnny Depp looks like a pedophile again (anyone remember Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?)!

So, I shall probably watch this movie, but I certainly won't be rushing out to see it opening weekend.

Informative Information

What can I tell you about myself? Well, I'm still a college student, but I'm also a writer and an actress, and I'm interested in all things theatre, movies, and some comedy, too! Now, as a person who participates and watches a lot of theatre, I have seen (and been in) some amazing costumes, but there are also some real clunkers out there. But, since I have a variety of interests, this blog is about more than just costumes. It is also about movies, plays, Broadway musicals, books, etc. My aim is to serve up some information with a side order of commentary.

You won't like it when I'm angry... >:[

Well, I've been doing some research about the shows that a local community theatre will be putting on this summer, and I must say, they have some good taste! At least part of the time, anyway. The summer before last, they did The Full Monty, which, let me tell you, was a blast! Most people wouldn't think that a show that has five regular guys (none of your Chippendale types here) stripping completely wouldn't have a good message, but it really does. Seriously, if you get a chance, go see The Full Monty.

But I digress. Anyway, last night I watched the 1957 (was it 1957? or 1958? no, I'm right, 1957. :) ) movie Twelve Angry Men, and let me tell you, some of those men were angry >:[. Okay, okay, I know "The title tells us that! What is this about? Why are the men angry? We don't need you to be Captain Obvious, geez! *shakes fist*"

All right, you convinced me. Twelve Angry Men is about a jury on a murder case. Let's just say that they have a difficult decision ahead of them, tempers flare, and dialogue drives this movie. I don't want to give the plot away, after all! ;) Every man in this film did justice to his part; there was good acting all around; it was wonderful to sit back and enjoy a good film. So, for those of you out there that like sparkely, simpering fluff, I'd stay away from Twelve Angry Men; it might hurt your poor, widdle bwains. BUT, if you're interested in good story, check out this movie.

An Introduction

Are you tired? Run down? Need a little light reading, but also want to check out that latest movie you’ve been hearing about constantly? Been wondering what people are saying about such and such a musical being made into a movie? Just need a little humor to jumpstart your brain?

Well, this blog is for you! We’ve got movie reviews, book reviews, insanity, crazy costumes, comedic timing and more! Don’t let what the critics say fool you; take time to read the opinion of a college student writer/actress and help her out by offering your own opinions. Don’t be shy; come on down!