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"Saying 'I notice you're a nerd' is like saying, 'Hey, I notice that you'd rather be intelligent than be stupid, that you'd rather be thoughtful than be vapid, that you believe that there are things that matter more than the arrest record of Lindsay Lohan. Why is that?' In fact, it seems to me that most contemporary insults are pretty lame. Even 'lame' is kind of lame. Saying 'You're lame' is like saying 'You walk with a limp.' Yeah, whatever, so does 50 Cent, and he's done all right for himself."— John Green

Showing posts with label trailers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label trailers. Show all posts

10.27.2017

#WONDERTHEMOVIE


I am so ready to see this amazing book be made into an amazing film!  I think that all the actors cast are spot on, and I tear up just watching the trailer (which is embarrassing when you're at work).

If you don't know what Wonder is, it is a film adaptation of the book Wonder by R.J. Palacio, a New York Times Bestseller that will steal your heart:  
My name is August. I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse.
August Pullman wants to be an ordinary ten-year-old. He does ordinary things. He eats ice cream. He plays on his Xbox. He feels ordinary - inside.
But Auggie is far from ordinary. Ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. Ordinary kids don't get stared at wherever they go.
Born with a terrible facial abnormality, Auggie has been home-schooled by his parents his whole life, in an attempt to protect him from the cruelty of the outside world. Now, for the first time, he's being sent to a real school - and he's dreading it. All he wants is to be accepted - but can he convince his new classmates that he's just like them, underneath it all?
Narrated by Auggie and the people around him whose lives he touches forever, Wonder is a funny, frank, astonishingly moving debut to read in one sitting, pass on to others, and remember long after the final page.
And if that didn't convince you, or you need some visual encouragement, check out the trailer for the movie: 



You can also get in on the fun, but creating your very own Wonder Portrait!


As always, I am an advocate of reading the book BEFORE you go see the movie, but either way you must go see this movie when it opens November 17, 2017!!


11.18.2012

Book to Movie Adaptations


I am SUPER excited about all the fabulous movies coming out based on my favorite books!  
Below are some of the trailers, all of which are fantastic! 
Let me know which book to movie adaptations you're excited for!

Rise of the Guardians (2012)

Life of Pi (2012)

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)


The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)

Beautiful Creatures (2013)

Warm Bodies (2013)

3.22.2012

Thoughts from an Acute Triangle: Book to Movie Adaptations


Thoughts from an Acute Triangle is a feature I started where I discuss things related to books, authors, reading, or just me.  This is a place for me to be a little brainy or a little silly.  The conversation is always open for comments and if there is ever a topic you want me to discuss, please leave a comment!

Let me know what adaptations, or just movies, you're looking forward to!

Where I got my shirt - http://teeraiders.com/
Unfortunately it was one of those limited time/limited printing deals, but they are always having awesome shirts up, so I'd still check it out!

CHECK OUT MY GIVEAWAY OF STARTERS BY LISSA PRICE - http://bit.ly/GzFZX9
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Movies Listed:
The Hunger Games
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFjIdT
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFiwHu

Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GJnb4A
IMDB - http://imdb.to/GJnfRO

The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFlls0
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFl4Fq

Mirror, Mirror
Goodreads - http://bit.ly/GJmxE5
IMDB - http://imdb.to/GJmJTY

Snow White and the Huntsman
Goodreads - http://bit.ly/GJmxE5
IMDB - http://imdb.to/GJmSqt

The Great Gatsby
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFkBD7
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFkMOK

On the Road
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFkXcU
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFkWFX

The Hobbit
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFlqvN
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFm2Br

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Sea of Monsters
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFmLTj
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFmOyq

The Forest of Hands and Teeth
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFn1BL
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFmWy2

Ender's Game
Goodreads -- http://bit.ly/GFmksa
IMDB -- http://imdb.to/GFmzmY

2.04.2012

TTMMS: Hunger Games Edition



On this episode of Things That Make Me Smile, we're talking The Hunger Games!


The Hunger Games movie is probably one of the most talked about movies happening right now after Harry Potter.  And it is well deserved!  This is one of the most intense series I've read and it looks like the adaptation is going to be just as intense.

I give you Example A:
This is the newest trailer out and it is even more fantastic then the first!

Example B:
This is such a KICK ASS poster; it inspires such energy!!!

But the ultimate example of awesome coming out with the arrival of the movie has to do with my other obsession: nail polish!

Example C: That's right, China Glaze is releasing a Hunger Games collection mid-March in anticipation for the movie!

It may be called Capitol Colours, but are obvious representations of the different Districts.

Luxe and Lush - District 1: Luxury
Stone Cold - District 2: Masonry
Riveting - District 3: Technology
Hook and Line - District 4: Fishing
Electrify - District 5: Power
Fast Track - District 6: Transportation
Mahogany Magic - District 7 - Lumber
Dress Me Up - District 8: Textiles
Harvest Moon - District 9: Grain
Foie Gras - District 10: Livestock
Argo - District 11: Agriculture
Smoke and Ashes - District 12: Mining

Aren't all the colors fantastic?  My favorites are Electrify, Luxe and Lush, and Riveting.  


But all the colors look so much better on the nails.  You can check out a review at All Lacquered Up, one of my favorite nail polish review/resource sites!


So what are your thoughts on the movie?  Are any of you excited about the polish collection?

12.21.2011

The Hobbit Trailer Released!


There has been some awesome movies being made based on great new books, BUT a classic everyone should be aware of is The Hobbit.  It is being released next year on December 14, 2012 (which is an awfully long way away...:sad tears:)

Here's the trailer!  It looks so so so great!

11.14.2011

The Hunger Games Trailer is HERE!!

I'm sure many of you have seen this already, but I can't help reposting it!  I am so excited after watching the trailer.  I think that from what they've shown us that the movie is going to be very close to the book (well as close as a movie can be to a book).  I must admit I was not a fan of the casting when it was first announced, especially Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss.  But I must admit, for the short time in the trailer she seems to be doing a good job.

Of course I'll have to save judgement until the movie!


9.15.2011

Trailer Thursday: Fateful

Fateful by Claudia Gray



I own Claudia's Evernight series, and I loved the first book so far.  And Fateful looks even better!  Can't wait!

7.14.2011

Trailer Thursday (03): Inheritance

Inheritance by Christopher Paolini


I'm really excited to read the final book in the Eragon saga.  There are a lot of naysayers out there who think that Christopher Paolini ripped off Tolkien and McCaffery etc.  But what I think those reviewers don't get is that particular books, especially fantasy/sci-fi fall into tropes.  The "epic quest", the "chosen one", the "battle to win all" etc.  These things aren't exclusive to any fantasy book.  So I for one can't wait to read this last installment, it looks good!

7.07.2011

Trailer Thursday (02): Die for Me

Die for Me by Amy Plum



I want to read this so badly!!!  Definitely on the top of my To Be Bought list.

7.01.2011

6.23.2011

Trailer Thursday: Dead Rules





Are these creepy or what?  Perfect for a ghost story.

6.18.2011

Paranormalcy by Kiersten White (Review)

TitleParanormalcy
Edition: Hardcover, 335 pages
Author(s): Kiersten White 
Publisher: HarperTeen
Publication Date: August 28, 2007
Source: Bought from Borders












The Summary
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Evie’s always thought of herself as a normal teenager, even though she works for the International Paranormal Containment Agency, her ex-boyfriend is a faerie, she’s falling for a shape-shifter, and she’s the only person who can see through paranormals’ glamours.

But Evie’s about to realize that she may very well be at the center of a dark faerie prophecy promising destruction to all paranormal creatures.

So much for normal.
My Opinion
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Paranormalcy is a not just a great paranormal book, but a great book in general.  I love the premise of the secret government organization keeping the world safe with a teenage girl at the helm.  Evie is a strong female who is still such a teenager: worrying about boys, gossiping with her best friend, and trying to catch her favorite TV show. Of course she can also see through the glamours of the paranormal creatures she helps to track down, so I suppose Evie isn't totally normal.

White creates an excellent layer over the world which we know.  All the creatures that go bump in the night are real and Evie and the IPCA (International Paranormal Containment Agency) are the ones who protect the clueless humans.  But is the IPCA really the good guys?  And just what is going on with the fairies, plus who the heck is this naked boy that broke into the building?  All these questions are things that Evie must figure out and, boy, is it fun to go on that journey with her!

One of my favorite characters, besides Evie, is her best friend, Alisha.  Alisha is a mermaid (not anything like Ariel though)  She is a kickass computer whiz who is has to talk through a machine which bleeps out all the cursing coming from her potty mouth.  Seriously.  It is hilarious.

The only problem I had with the story was the limited information about the evil creature killing the supernaturals, and what role Evie plays in all of it.  Of course I know White is probably waiting to reveal more information in Supernaturally, the second book in the series (Which I can barely stand waiting for!).  So it isn't really a problem, but I am impatient to know more, that's how good the book was.

If you love Paranormal YA or hate Paranormal YA or don't know what the heck Paranormal YA is, you need to run and pick up a copy of Paranormalcy.  Trust me, you will fall in love!
Final Rating
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Book Cover: 4/5
Book Title: 4/5
Plot: 9/10
Characters: 9/10
Writing: 9/10
Ending: 8.5/10
Overall: 43.5/50: B+

Book Trailer
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6.16.2011

Wondrous Strange, Darklight and Tempestuous by Lesley Livingston

Wondrous Strange

Darklight

Tempestuous 

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It is interesting to see the progression in trailers when it is for a series of books.  I love all three of the Wondrous Strange series trailers, and I've just started reading Wondrous Strange.  It is really good so far!

Let me know what you think of mixing up Trailer Thursdays?

6.13.2011

Evolution, Me, & Other Freaks of Nature (Review)

Title: Evolution, Me, & Other Freaks of Nature
Edition: Hardcover, 265 pages
Author(s): Robin Brande
Publication Date: August 28, 2007
Source: Borrowed from the Library











The Summary
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Your best friend hates you. The guy you liked hates you. Your entire group of friends hates you.

All because you did the right thing.

Welcome to life for Mena, whose year is starting off in the worst way possible. She's been kicked out of her church group and no one will talk to her—not even her own parents. No one except for Casey, her supersmart lab partner in science class, who's pretty funny for the most brilliant guy on earth.

And when Ms. Shepherd begins the unit on evolution, school becomes more dramatic than Mena could ever imagine . . . and her own life is about to evolve in some amazing and unexpected ways.
My Opinion
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Evolution, Me and Other Freaks of Nature was a great book.  The whole premise is one which I personally haven't read in a young adult book before.  And I like how Brande focused on the aftermath of Mena's actions, and another serious issues within the Christian faith, that of evolution, rather than the initial issue (which I don't want to spoil).

Mena's characterization was strong.  I felt she was portrayed honestly, and realistically.  Mena is in a tough situation, and the reader is able to sympathize with her with the situation becoming ludicrous, or her growth throughout the novel becoming tedious.  In addition, Casey was a fantastic supporting character.  He was funny, and cut right through the bullshit that Mena often got caught in due to the circumstance of the events going on.  Casey was probably my favorite character, in that he is himself.  He loves science; he is a huge nerd for it, and is never ashamed of wanting to be the best.  He even has a plan to get Mena and himself on Ms. Shepard illustrious science website, which is read by science buffs across the country.  I love him, and he acts a beacon for Mena to focus on in the mire of her personal life.

I did have a problem with the plot, however.  While I understand that the focus isn't on what happened previously, but how Mena evolves within her faith now faced with the result of her action, I would still have liked more explanation on the exact situation and the thought process behind her decision.  I also feel like the parents are simply background, disapproving entities.  They were particularly frustrating because their thoughts were never fully laid out in regards to the problems and these big theological questions.  These two issues were problems I had to push past to really enjoy the book, and I wish that hadn't been the case.

Overall, I feel Brande did an excellent job writing a novel which explores some interesting questions regarding teens, faith, and science.  Also, this book is such a great book for teaching teens about respect and defending others.  Just really well-done, and you should go grab a copy of Evolution, Me, & Other Freaks of Nature!

Final Rating
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Book Cover: 5/5
Book Title: 5/5
Plot: 8/10
Characters: 9/10
Writing: 9/10
Ending: 9/10
Overall: 45/50: A

Book Trailer
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5.11.2011

Fallen Grace by Mary Hooper (Review)

Title: Fallen Grace 
Edition: Hardcover,  320 pages
Author(s): Mary Hooper
PublisherBloomsbury
Publication Date: February 1, 2011
Source: ARC won from New Books for New Bloggers






   




  
  The Summary
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Life has been nothing but unfair to Grace Parkes and her sister. Penniless, the two orphans manage to stay alive—but only barely, like so many on the streets of Victorian London. And Grace must bear a greater heartbreak, having become pregnant from terrible circumstances and then given birth to a stillborn baby. But the infant's death sets Grace on a new path, bringing her into contact with people who hold both riches and power. A great fraud has been perpetrated on young Grace and her sister, and they are the secret recipients of a most unusual legacy—if only they can find the means to claim it. Mary Hooper's latest offers Dickensian social commentary, as well as malicious fraud, mysterious secrets, and a riveting read.
 My Opinion
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I need to preface this review with the fact that I don't normally enjoy historical fiction.  I loe the classics as much as the next English major, but they are in no way my go to reading material.  Saying that, I can confidently declare Fallen Grace to be one of the most riveting and engrossing historical fictions I have read.  Very well researched and the voice of the protagonist, Grace, was pitch-perfect.

Mary Hooper is the next Charles Dickens.  Seriously.  I can picture Oliver Twist running through the pages of this book.  It is the epitome of Victorian London, in all it's dirty, corrupt glory.  The trials that the orphaned Grace and her sister Lily go through are so sad.  I can't imagine living the life they had to, and surviving as honorably as they have. These struggles are made worse by the fact that Lily is mentally challenged. Grace therefore has to take on the role of caregiver even though she is the younger of the two.

Grace stole the show, which is good considering she is the protagonist.  The confidence and intelligence she exudes is a testament to the strength the women in this time period needed to have to survive.  The way Hooper crafts Grace's love for Lily is lovely.  I also throughly enjoyed the revenge Grace gets to reek on the most repugnant character in the book.  It was satisfying.

I love the description of the crazy traditions regarding burial during this time period.  Having funeral mutes is just not something I can wrap my head around.  Another great aspect to the story was the hint of romance.  It felt that subtly fit perfectly withint the time period and didn't detract, but added another layer to the story's dimension!  Also, the antagonists of the story were actual bad guys.  Like twirl the mustache and lay out a master plan kind of bad guys.  No redemption with help by the right person here.  I appreciate that so much.  In this day and age, I think many people turn to fiction for a happy ending to offset the bad things happening in real life.  I, for one, love when fiction is reflects what actually happens within human society, especially if it is contemporary or historical fiction.

Go out and grab a copy of Fallen Grace.  It was sweet while having twisty turns and a sinister edge.  If that doesn't tempt you to read it I don't know what will!

 Final Rating
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Book Cover: 3/5
Book Title: 4/5
Plot: 8/10
Characters: 9/10
Writing: 9/10
Ending: 9/10 
Overall: 42/50 - B
Extras 
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3.03.2011

The Girl Who Became a Beatle Trailer

The Girl Who Became a Beatle by Greg Taylor


2.26.2011

On the Screen (03)


On the Screen covers everything on both the big and small screens.  I will feature anything from a trailer to a synopsis of a movie/episode, or a simple gushing over a hot character/actor.  Pretty much whatever I damn well feel like that has to do with television or movies.
This week I have a movie trailer to share.  The Hangover was one of the funniest movies I've seen in a long time so The Hangover II will hopefully be as awesome!!!!!

2.24.2011

Project 17 Trailer

Project 17 by Laurie Stolarz

2.17.2011

A Lover's Dictionary Trailer

A Lover's Dictionary by David Levithan

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