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FAME!

I've been talking about this movie since December, and I finally got to watch it in theatres.

*THIS IS IT trailer looks amazing on the big screen!*

The auditions were really cool.

Got to see "Asher Book" during the opening titles. I'm so proud of him! He was really good. Marco, the charmer. He has a smile on 97% of the time. I'm already biased, but I think I like fell in love with him. I hope other girls do the same.
[and then they can find out more about him. and then they'll learn about v factory!],
He had a fight with his girlfriend. When he said, "What did you think was gonna happen?!," he said it in a way that reminded me of this clip:



"See, I knew we were having too much fun!"

Paul Iacono's character was really funny. Dang it! I was standing next to him before he left the Grove. I should have asked for a picture.

Kerington was really good. I wish I had paid more attention to season 3 of SYTYCD.
When she was dancing to "Black and Gold," she jumped into this guy's arms. My exact thoughts were: who is this? whoa, okay. hello cute dancer that i will now proceed to stare at for the rest of the number. But he looked familiar to me. I realized he was a dancer for Hannah Montana on the Best of Both Worlds concert.
I did the same thing at her concert! I stared at him while Miley sang. The guy in red. In the concert movie, he's the one that dropped her. ♥
Yeah, I have a thing for dancers sometimes. You know, the cute awesome ones.

Other highlights: Anna Maria Perez de Tagle [her name is so long!], Megan Mullally singing, Kay's Success speech, "Try," and "This Is My Life."
I was right when I said "This Is My Life" would be the most exciting part of the movie. It was the only "musical" part. They don't randomly start singing elsewhere. All of the other songs on the soundtrack are either background music or performed by the characters in the movie.
I like the soundtrack more now that I've seen the movie.

Overall, the movie was cute. I do like all of the characters. However, the cast is large, and it takes place throughout all 4 years of high school. There's a lot going on, and I feel that a lot was cut out of the final product. For instance, Rosie had a curtain call and her own TV spots, but she wasn't showcased in the movie. There were a couple of other quotes that didn't appear on screen.
This is probably why I was left feeling that the characters didn't really quite develop. It's the same feeling I had with Camp Rock. If there's a novel for the movie, I would definitely read it to get more of the characters. Shoot, maybe I should start writing it! But I understand that it was in the interest of time [1hr 47mins].
Also, it didn't go as deep or extreme as it could have. All of the conflicts were kind of naive. Where's the "I'd do anything" factor? Oh, it's rated PG. Nevermind.

But go watch it. You'll have a good time.

FAME Movie Premiere

The movie hits theatres in 2 days!

The premiere was held today at the Grove in Los Angeles.

Before hand, we just walked around and shopped. I spotted Olesya Rulin.

Saw the guys just as they were about to hit the red carpet.

The red carpet was set up in the grass area between the fountain and the stage. I didn't really see. It wasn't your typical set up. The carpet was black, first of all. There wasn't a backdrop, just posters here and there. You can see fans gandering behind the celebrities.

I totally missed a JC opportunity! I had no idea.

I totally don't count this because they didn't walk the carpet together.

As we made our way to the stage, I see Chucky Klapow.
Here's the thing: when I first watched "Getcha Head In the Game" in High School Musical, I took notice of number 44. He was really good [and cute!]. I learned his name. I learned that he was assistant choreographer. I learned that he attended my high school [he was voted best dancer!].
One day, senior year, he had visted a couple classes. My friends told me of this news. None of them knew who he was, or could even recall his name. But I knew, and I was tres triste that I didn't get to meet him.
And almost 3 years later, there he was :) I can cross him off my list of people to meet.

He asked what year we graduated. I should have said 1998 or whenever he had graduated. Dang it. haha.

They announced V Factory. I was surprised they were opening with "Get Up." This is a different set list, I thought. The song ended. They said their thank yous. And THAT WAS IT. LoL

That's right folks, one song. They weren't kidding when they said it'd be quick. I still love them, none the less.

No formal m&g after. They had to rush to the theatre to watch the movie. But Travis Garland was lingering around somewhere.

We ended the evening with a quick trip to New York and then a trolley ride around the grove.

MTV Voting

It's corrupt, I tell you.

I tried texting my vote this morning @ 8:20am. I recieved a reply stating that voting was closed.
I went on dancecrew.mtv.com. There was no VOTE button available.

Finale Episode: On Sunday, September 20, 2009, voting will open at the end of the show and remain open until 01:00:00am ET the following Sunday September 27th, 2009. Results will be revealed during the finale ("Finale Voting Period" and, collectively with Premiere Voting Period and Episode Voting Periods, the "Voting Periods").

Votes will not be accepted prior to or after these Voting Periods and only votes applicable to specific episode will be accepted.

So why won't they let me vote?!!

Oh, and you should always note this paragraph in the voting rules:

Use of any device to automate a vote is prohibited, including but not limited to software-generated, robotic, programmed, script, macro or other automated votes. MTVN reserves the right at its sole discretion to disqualify any individual (and remove any votes from that individual) it suspects or finds: (i) to have used a software-generated, robotic, programmed, script, macro or other automated online or text message entry; (ii) to have tampered with the voting process; (iii) to be acting in violation of these Voting Rules; or (iv) to be acting in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner, or with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other person. MTVN reserves the right to remove votes at its sole discretion.

That's always been there. Just saying.

Decades of Dance Challenge

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! How could they let Massive Monkeys go after they danced to *NSYNC last week?! No more bboy champions from the west, i guess.

I didn't think Afroborike would make it this far. Their first performance was good, as was the second. But they didn't make me go WHOA.

Now, We Are Heroes' "Ichiban," WHOA. It was fire, literally.

Vote Heroes.

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Emmys Live Blogging

8:05 this is an amazing opening number! i love the stage. i love the song. i love npk. "don't touch that dial because it's been a while since it's been in style" SO TRUE.

8:14 haha. i love the glasses, funny faces, and the eye patch. that's why these ladies were nominated.

8:15 really!?!! kristen chenoweth! she's so tiny, yet so happy! yay galinda! dude. she looks so young still. she should be galinda in the wicked movie. they need to get on that NOW.

8:35 you go, justin! adding emmy- winner to his resume.

8:57 dance number to introduce the reality genre. quest crew! <3

okay. jonas and abdc time.

10:04 So, if Hugh Jackman's opening song from the Oscars won an emmy, will Neil's song from this year's Emmys win next year? He beat Justin's Espys song and "Mother Lover!"

Divas

I didn't watch the whole show. I tuned in just as Kelly Clarkson left the stage.

When Paula Abdul did the Ellen bit, I thought it was just because Ellen's cool, and they wanted to dance. I didn't realize there was sort of American Idol drama attached to it. xP It became funnier once I did.

I continued watching because I wanted to see Miley perform. I admit it, I LOVE "Party in the USA."

It was extra special because the Fame cast introduced her. Go Asher!

SANS Leyton

I've been an avid fan of One Tree Hill since its second season. The first season didn't strike my interest as much because I wasn't into the basketball drama. Plus, I was way more into the OC.

Once I caught on to OTH, I fell in love with the characters and their story lines. It may only be my imagination, but I felt like the show was in synch with my life. Random things like root beer floats and listening to the Spice Girls appeared on the show as they crossed my mind or occured in my life. The cast even graduated high school the same year I did (class of `o7 baby!).

Then, they fast fowarded 4 years. I absolutely adored Haley and Nathan's son. He had the best name ever! The adjustment took a little time, but the show retained the characters and spark that I loved.

I was sad to hear that Chad and Hilary would not be returning for season 7. I loved them, I mean, I cried during their wedding. They were the core of the show, but you have to admit, their story line was often boring. Once they got together, you just wanted them to be happy, you know? But happy eliminates the conflict, which eliminates the point to tell a story. They will be missed, but their story was over.

That's why last season's finale felt like a series finale. It left everyone on a positive note.
Yes, I wished for their happiness, but I still thirst for the show. So I'm glad it lives on.

Did the season premiere live up to my OTH standard? Yes it did.
-Skillz is so funny. I wonder how long he'll remain on the show with all of his legal troubles in real life.
-Robert Buckley, who plays Nathan's agent, Clay, is hot.
-Brooke + Julian = <3
-I AM SO OVER DAN SCOTT.

VMAs Live Blogging

PRE SHOW

8:03 ashley greene! team alice

8:13 lady gaga + kermit. haha

8:24 whoa taylor. cool carriage

8:38 FAME CAST!!!!

8:42 asher's brown shirt doesn't stand out like the others. you have to search for him. haha. they cut the second verse out.

VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS

8:06 well done, madonna.

8:07 i spy wesley quinn stage right.

8:12 janet with mj in the background. this is heartbreaking

8:13 michael jackson tribute was sooooo goood!

8:24 wow. kanye west did not just go up on stage and do that. oh, taylor! i would have cried!

8:38 you mean to tell me that after that whole episode, taylor swift had to go backstage and get
ready to perform? damn. she did well though. miss high heels and red dress.okay, i think the
point of award show performances is to bring all of the artists to one stage. so i don't really like it when they're in separate venues or whatever. you never know if it's really live or not.

8:52 lady gaga just started BLEEDING. whoaaaaa. dude. people can talk their ish or whatever, but you cannot deny this girl's talent. "the fame" is an amazing album. she writes her own songs, as well as many others. she can play the piano [but her leg hid it during this performance]. she sings LIVE with different ranges. she dances too. gddamn.

9:00 lol what the heck is she wearing now?

10:09 did greenday plan to create a mosh pit ON stage? that could have been really dangerous.

10:13 full length taco bell commercial with bobby edner. he has a nice voice, why doesn't he sing lead on any vfc songs?

10:16 Taylor Lautner. Kristen Stewart. Robert Pattinson. Extended New Moon Trailer.OH MY GOSH OH MY GOSH OH MY GOSH.Yay! This focuses more on Edward/Vampires. Not so Jacob. It was almost an entire summary of the book. I liked the scene when Jacob pulls her out of th water. The vampire makeup is way more hardcore and mesmerizing than the first. Rob shirtless looks nice! November 20th baby!

10:25 you go beyonce. i need to get me one of those metal gloves.

10:31 lol diddy. "what did i say?!" kanye lost. shock.

10:35 i would have been stoked if muse sang "supermassive black hole." that's the only one i know.
10:47 wohoo. 20 seconds of aar singing "gives you hell."

10:50 thank you kid cudi for acknowledging DJ AM. & i love this song.

10:59 lady gaga wins "for the fans, god, and the gays" eminem looks awkward.

11:05 pink has great acrobatic skills. and she sings.

11:12 i love andy samberg and jimmy fallon.

11:13 one of the best videos of all time wins video of the year. DUH. beyonce completely gave the
moment to taylor. she is so amazing. taylor, i would have cried again!

11:23 closing the show with jigga. jay-z and alicia keys make this song AMAZING. the background images illustrate the performance nicely. OH MAN. i wish i caught jay-z's hat! oh lil mama, where did you come from? what are you doing? lol. okay i guess she was just feelin the song that much.

i think i miss the mic stands.

2:28 Michael Jacson: This Is It trailer. Chucky Klapow! I'm ready for this film too. Pretty good timing.

Camp Rock Freestyle Jam

Don't think I didn't see you, Boo Boo Stewart and Lindsay Taylor!

Their freestyle choreo was cool, but I'd also like a dance along for "We Rock" and "Too Cool."

^_^v

V Factory/FAME

I arrived at Six Flags around 3:30. I had to park all the way at the end of the lot, near Scream. The tram came within 5 minutes, but it wasn't in service. So, I just walked.

The Six Flags website said the show was at the Golden Bear Theatre, but it was really at the Magic Moments Theatre.

Full house!

The show began with the FAME trailer.
Naturi Naughton performed the FAME theme song.
Asher, Kerington, Kay, and other cast members were in the house and greeted the audience.

The director of Fame, an E! newscaster, and CIARA were judges.

The finalists all performed to either "Fame" or "Out Here On My Own."

Dancer, Singer, Twirler, Singers, Beatboxer, Singers, Singer.


V Factory time!

They opened with "Lights, Camera, Action."
Asher didn't show us what he got. LOL

Next was "Fade."
I love that song.

Then, it was time for their second single "Get Up."
It's a fun song. Definitely pumped up the audience.

While they were catching their breath, the guys introduced themselves to the audience.

And of course, they closed the set with "Love Struck."


It was a great performance. They had a bunch of fans in the audience. I saw some posters. It was also well done with a proper stage and lights and everything.

Craig Louis won the Talent contest.

Outside, V Factory had a meet and greet.

Travis Garland came out to support.
Me - "Did you get taller?"
TG - "No. I'm still short."

I rode a couple of rides. The lines were short. You'd think: Saturday + Labor Day weekend = a lot of people. NOPE. Good for us, bad for business.

Walking around, it was really cool to see a bunch of people with V Factory shirts and merch. I'm totally ready for them be super famous already!

Photo fest:

Group Picture [fail haha]

I'm gonna learn how to fly HIGH!

Fame Soundtrack

I purchased this CD last week.

My favorite tracks are "Try" and "Ordinary People" sung by Asher Book.

I didn't realize that boy had that range. I adore him! "Try" is soooo cute. Girls will be jealous of Kay Pannabaker this fall lol.

You KNOW the most exciting part of the movie will be when "This is My Life" is performed. It's so much fun.

We gon' ROCK IT. We won't STOP IT!

The soundtrack has a very urban sound. It's shouldn't be as cheesy as HSM because the songs are all regular songs. They're not random moments of life to the tune of some melody.

We'll see how the movie goes. I don't think they advertised the soundtrack release too much. It debuted at number 90 =X

The FAME Talent Search or whatever thingy concludes tomorrow at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

& V FACTORY is performing! =]

Definite plus if Asher sings a snippet of "Try."