Monday, February 21, 2011
The King's Speech
Hi readers,
Happy Monday to you!
This weekend I went to see the movie The King's Speech. For those who haven't seen it yet, it's about King George VI, his sudden ascension to the throne and his relationship with his speech therapist, Lionel Logue.
The movie focuses on King George's, or Bertie's (his real name is Albert), inability to speak publicly due to a severe stammer. He was plagued with this speech impediment as a child and was never able to overcome it until he met Lionel Logue, an Australian actor with no formal eduction in speech therapy. Logue taught Bertie tricks (cursing between sentences and singing his speeches) so that he would be able to speak without stuttering.
Soon after the death of King George V, Bertie's brother takes the thrown but is forced to abdicate. This throws Bertie into the position of King, something he never thought would happen. He becomes King at one of the worst moments in history, the start of World War II, and had to go up against powerful speakers like Hitler. Because of this, he relies heavily on Logue to get him through thus creating a life-long friendship between two very different people.
This is a very moving and touching story that allows you to see the not so nice side of the privileged life of royalty. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone who likes to side with the underdog and who is looking for a good laugh. I liked it so much I would give it 10 stars. For someone who fears speaking in public, I could relate to the personal struggle that Bertie felt while being forced to do something he dreaded.
Happy Monday to you!
This weekend I went to see the movie The King's Speech. For those who haven't seen it yet, it's about King George VI, his sudden ascension to the throne and his relationship with his speech therapist, Lionel Logue.
The movie focuses on King George's, or Bertie's (his real name is Albert), inability to speak publicly due to a severe stammer. He was plagued with this speech impediment as a child and was never able to overcome it until he met Lionel Logue, an Australian actor with no formal eduction in speech therapy. Logue taught Bertie tricks (cursing between sentences and singing his speeches) so that he would be able to speak without stuttering.
Soon after the death of King George V, Bertie's brother takes the thrown but is forced to abdicate. This throws Bertie into the position of King, something he never thought would happen. He becomes King at one of the worst moments in history, the start of World War II, and had to go up against powerful speakers like Hitler. Because of this, he relies heavily on Logue to get him through thus creating a life-long friendship between two very different people.
This is a very moving and touching story that allows you to see the not so nice side of the privileged life of royalty. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone who likes to side with the underdog and who is looking for a good laugh. I liked it so much I would give it 10 stars. For someone who fears speaking in public, I could relate to the personal struggle that Bertie felt while being forced to do something he dreaded.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Love this.
There’s nothing you can know that isn’t known.
Nothing you can see that isn’t shown.
Nowhere you can be that isn’t where you’re meant to be.
It’s easy.
- Lennon & McCartney
Grammys anyone?
Happy Valentine's Day Readers!
After thinking long and hard about what direction to take this blog in (and coming up with nada), I have decided that I will use this as an outlet for my everyday observations of life.
Last night, of course, I watch the Grammy awards. As a country music fan, most of the artists I listen to were not represented. Although, I am a huge Gaga fan, which is why I tuned in (her new single is awesome!).
Of last night's performances, I have to say that I loved Lady Gaga and Cee Lo Green with Gwyneth the most. I love that everyone waits on baited breath for what Lady Gaga is going to do. I find her originality refreshing and admire the fact that she seems to not care at all what the rest of the world thinks. And, Cee Lo Green was not far behind her. Anyone catch that he forgot the words to his own song? Or know why he chose to go as the red big bird?
Mick Jagger was also amazing. For being nearly 70 years old, he still commands such an amazing stage presence.
That's all for now. Until next time!
PS. Not a big Bieber fan and am definitely not a fan of his fans. Totally inappropriate for them to attack Esperanza Spalding after he didn't win Best New Artist. Not cool guys.
After thinking long and hard about what direction to take this blog in (and coming up with nada), I have decided that I will use this as an outlet for my everyday observations of life.
Last night, of course, I watch the Grammy awards. As a country music fan, most of the artists I listen to were not represented. Although, I am a huge Gaga fan, which is why I tuned in (her new single is awesome!).
Of last night's performances, I have to say that I loved Lady Gaga and Cee Lo Green with Gwyneth the most. I love that everyone waits on baited breath for what Lady Gaga is going to do. I find her originality refreshing and admire the fact that she seems to not care at all what the rest of the world thinks. And, Cee Lo Green was not far behind her. Anyone catch that he forgot the words to his own song? Or know why he chose to go as the red big bird?
Mick Jagger was also amazing. For being nearly 70 years old, he still commands such an amazing stage presence.
That's all for now. Until next time!
PS. Not a big Bieber fan and am definitely not a fan of his fans. Totally inappropriate for them to attack Esperanza Spalding after he didn't win Best New Artist. Not cool guys.
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