Growlerslog 2: Come and talk!

Here's mine;

Quote - "Put down the Ranger, and become the man you were born to be!" Gandalf to Aragorn

Scene - In the extended Two Towers Eowyn makes some soup for Aragorn. After tasting it he's just about to spit it out when she turns to him to ask how he likes it. His facial expression is absolute genius.

How about yours?

Does anyone remember this cool series of books from their schooldays?

I used to love them with a passion and their influence still runs deep...

Anyway, they were written by Sheila K McCullagh.

These guys remember them well and they made a cool website about it;

http://www.timandthehiddenpeople.moonfruit.com/

For those who don't know, Tim was the original Harry Potter and this was a quality read.

So if anyone's feeling nostalgic or wants to introduce this to their kids, please check it out.

You may now return to your regular blog browsing...

I did an interview last week with Chinese actress Bai Ling. She's been in 'The Crow' and 'Sky Captain and the world of Tomorrow'.

If you want to have a read, feel free;

http://www.growlersworld.com/watchingdragonhiddengrowler20.htm

It's a long one so have a cup of tea handy.

Is it just me or are all of their tunes incredibly catchy.

You know, the type you find yourself humming to, for the rest of the day.

The videos aren't bad either...

And the released singles from the latest Black Eyed Peas album are amazing.

If music be the food of life, play on!

Saw this yesterday. For those of you who haven't seen it yet, go and see it.

Fantastic movie and great entertainment. If you don't know by now I'm a bit of a superhero comic book fan and this movie does the genre justice.

I give it 8 out of 10.

Quality!

Is this really the end of May?

Where's the sun?

The garden's loving it but I need a little bit of summer.

But enough complaining, been a busy ol' week. Doing stuff for Chinatown magazine and my website.

Glad for the Bank holiday break.

Hope all is well with you all.

Nostalgic episode this one.

Quite charming too, love the 'coming of TV' references. Kind of like now in terms of broadband, HD and the other new technologies spreading worldwide.

I'm liking the variety of stories and eager for more.

Bring it on!

There's a funky collection of artistes on display this year.

I'm quite partial to Moldova's entry, but maybe not just for the song...

Judging from the entrants I've seen so farthis time around, I think we may have a fighting chance to enter the top ten as ol' Daz is growing on me somewhat.

Lithunia's "We are the winners, of Eurovision" is begging for nil points.

Best perfomance had to go to Finland's entry "Hard Rock Hallelujah" Mad, mad, mad and crazy costumes.

All great fun!!

Didn't see that coming! Could a spin off be far behind?

Cool use of Battersea Power Station.

All in all, a great conclusion.

Somehow, I don't think we've seen the last of the Cybermen...

Arsenal 1 - 2 Barcelona

So near yet so far.

Both teams played great but that sending off took it's toll.

In all fairness, the two goals that Barcelona scored in quick succession were class.

All in all, a great match.

Now bring on the World Cup!!!

Arsenal 1 - 0 Barcelona

What a cracker of a match!!

Henry's missed chances, Lehmann's sending off, Campbell's goal and Eto'o's miss.

This is better than the movies!!!

Was talking to my mate Pete at work today about The Sound of Music.

What a quality film. Those songs are timeless.

I remember in Primary school sitting around a piano with the class singing the tunes.

Good times.

Oh, and I must say hi to The Chief Investigator over at Harry's Tyres. (Long story...)

Does anybody else love chocolate raisins?

Got a pack yesterday for the first time in ages.

Believe me, once you start it's hard to stop.

Lovely.

Been writing reviews for my site and finally picking up the pace.

Films, superhero comic books/graphic novels and anime.

Drop by and then meet me back here for your views and comments.

All welcome, the good and the bad.

www.growlersworld.com

So, the Cybermen are back!

And what a comeback it was too. I'm glad this was a two parter so they could explore the relationships in a bit more depth.

Mickey and Ricky were class and it was good to learn a bit more about his past. Ditto for Rose.

I like the detail, thought and research that has clearly gone into each episode.

Thoroughly deserved it's BAFTA for best TV drama!

Looks like it's going to be another fine day today.

I think it's safe to say that the Spring/Summner tag team has finally overcome Winter to become the undisputed season of the northern hemisphere.

Good times ahead!

After listening to Ruth's explaination to Sir Alan on why she should get the job I knew it was over for her.

Too pushy, too forceful.

I was stunned by Michelle's laid-back-ness (for want of a better word).

Pure class.

Bring on the third series!!!

Yep, it's finally here!

After much oooh-ing and ahhh-ing I've decided to plump with Michelle.

Ruth has got skills but I feel Michelle is more of a team player.

So, I guess we'll soon know.

BBC2. 9pm

Care to watch?

Did I hear the Apprentice won a Bafta?!

Must check the details.

LBC radio has been interviewing the 'fired ones' the morning after at about 6.30am. My wake up time.

Glad to know people still recognise class when they see it.

Absolute quality!

Can't believe Spurs didn't get that Champions League place.

I'm absolutely gutted.

The only consolation is that 5th is our best ever finish in the premiership.

Oh, well there's always next year.

UEFA Cup football here we come!!!

We're in Europe!!!!!!!!

Just listening to his first album while ironing my shirts for work this week.

You know, the one with My Perogative and Don't be cruel.

Pure class and it's aged well since 1989.

Just watched the new series of LOST.

Thanks Sminchin for reminding me.

Hasn't lost any of it's punch either. I can't second guess any of it so the surprises come in thick and fast.

It's on Channel Four on Sundays with the next episode on E4 at 10pm the same day if you can't wait for a week.

Cracking TV!

Four episodes in and the quality of Doctor Who continues.

I'm a fan of period dramas anyway so this was a double treat.

Mickey adds a dynamic which really adds to the flavour.

Great to watch and again the bittersweet ending caught me off guard.

Cybermen next week.

(And was that Trigger I saw?! )

Don't miss it!

Did the robot masks remind anyone else of V for Vendetta?

What a great few days we've had.

Weather-wise, not re-shuffle...

Looks like summer is well and truly here. (Apart from today of course).

Are we ready for Doctor Who?

Sir Alan made the right choices.

Discuss.

I had thought Paul would make the final but seeing his performance last night there were major flaws. Nothing that can't be fixed mind you. That experience will only do him good.

Nice Guy Ansell was a little one-dimensional. Sales is a valuable skill, indeed it's the backbone of business, but a greater skill portfolio wouldn't of gone amiss.

Just my two pence worth...

Great episode though!

Two things that really float my boat are entrepreneurship and creativity.

Some role models or heroes that currently inspire me on the entrepreneur front are Sir Richard Branson, Stelios, Philip Green and Sir Alan Sugar.

Creatively I believe superhero comic books are one of the most innovative mediums around and some of the masters (writers) of this form are Warren Ellis, Alan Moore, Mark Millar and Grant Morrison.

Just thought I'd share that with you.

Here's a link to some pictures I took in China during my 3 month stint, teaching English, in 2004;

http://www.imagestation.com/album/pictures.html?id=4285925969

See the real China.

Enjoy!

And let me know what you think...

Yes, it's the first of May and the picture on my London calendar shows the splendor of St Paul's Cathedral.

Happy May Day, one and all!