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Nick isn’t the only one who can do one of these Top 9 Lists. While he takes the week off, let’s take a minute to chat about My Sassy Girl.
The original 2001 film is definitely in my top 10. It was a great example of how foreign film is totally capable of handing Hollywood its own ass. Sure, it was a romcom, but it was a good one. I was pretty psyched to hear that it was being remade and I followed it for a little while, but eventually lost touch. Fast forward to Sunday when I was looking for art for Monday’s post, I remembered that Elisha Cuthbert was slated to play the lead. It was then I realized the dire situation.
9. Remaking Asian movies was a big thing 4 years ago, but it has cooled down a lot since then. Not much hype to cash in on now.
8. Jesse Bradford, the dude from Bring It On? Are you effing serious? The protagonist role calls for a dopey dude, someone more down on his luck and not so smug.
7. Elisha Cuthbert, while ridiculously cute, is way too chipper and perky to play the girl.
6. I’m 75% sure they removed the AWOL soldier scene.
5. The trailer. Don’t believe me? Here is a version of the same voice over/dialogue dubbed over footage from the original movie. I think it speaks for itself.
4. The movie posters! Which of these would you rather see? A dude getting a noogie or something resembling a Meg Ryan movie?
3. Anna Faris wasn’t cast in the lead role. Did you see Just Friends? She would have been perfect for this. Alternatively, Zooey Deschanel.
2. 99% chance that the girl’s catchphrase ‘Wanna Die!?’ was eliminated
1. The sure sign this was all a terrible idea: direct to DVD!
*Sigh* remakes… more like My Sappy Girl. I really hope the movie proves me wrong. Until then, I will be awaiting the red envelope. (DVD release is scheduled for Aug. 26th)
Next: The Top 9 Best Moments from Avatar: The Last Airbender! (for real this time!!!)
Why the Top 9? Because 10 is too many and 9 is a better number. 3 X 3 = Awesome. Now that’s what I call math.
I don’t have cable. I consume media via Netflix, torrent, and various streaming sources. That said, I noticed that MTV started a new feature on Friday nights called FNMTV. Basically, Pete Wentz (the D-bag that knocked up Ashlee Simpson, hosted a segment involving a bunch of new music videos with some wrap-around filler. I am ashamed to say it, but I love the idea of getting 5 new videos to criticize at a time. It’s like a game, ‘how pejorative can I be in 30 minutes?’ I can’t wait till next week!
The new music videos are linked below along with a very brief synopsis. Honestly, I disliked all of these videos enough that I won’t waste our time with full length reviews.
Flo Rida w/ Will.I.Am - Ayer
Will.I.Am and Flo Rida do a club track with a crappy hook - in a bank. At least it’s not about strippers this time. Of note: the video girls are not up to par; I posit this video was done on the cheap - ironic considering the setting.
The Ting Tings - Shut Up and Let Me Go
It’s basically a younger (blonde) version of The White Stripes. Remember Seven Nation Army? Yeah, this is just like that. Seriously, track and video.
Pussycat Dolls - When I Grow Up
Carmit, Kimberly, Ashley, Jessica, and Melody - I totally get it. You wanted to be famous sooo bad that you smeared on fake tanner, took dance classes, and did a lot of crunches. And look, you totally got it! Now you get to dance in the background and compete for screentime while Nicole sings! Sofa King Great!
Snoop Dogg ft. Everlast and Willie Nelson - My Medicine
Hey Snoop - didn’t Nelly have a country crossover hit back in 2004 with Tim McGraw? Aren’t you a bit late to the party? Snoop is a pimp no matter what medium he operates in. This ‘country’ track is no exception. I have to give him cred for attempting this, but “I’d like to dedicate this record right here to my main man Johnny Cash - a real American Gangster” Are you effing serious?
Panic at the Disco - That Green Gentleman (Live)
A live performance is hardly a video - and I am fairly ignorant about this group. So, I looked up the actual video. WAY BETTER. I don’t dig the track, but the video is totally watchable.
And the coup de grace: Snoop Dogg and Panic At the Disco - Gin and Juice
E P I C F A I L. This is as pointless and brand damaging as Snoop’s shortlived TV show. I know, I know, MTV sort of created you - but did you take a bloodoath or something requiring you to do whatever they ask?
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