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February 2008
February 28, 2008
February 27, 2008
No Excuses for Old Men
So I've looked long and hard and I can't seem to find one review for NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN that isn't raving about how amazing it is.
I mean we all know that it won the Oscar for Best Picture, and we know that Javier is an excellent dancer...but did anyone see the movie I saw?
It was long, slow, uninteresting and meaningless. I suppose if you like that sort of thing, then watching this movie is a great way to spend your time.
I really tried to love it and I even watched it again after it won the Oscar, but I still couldn't love it or even care enough to hate it - I was indifferent to it. It didn't enhance my life, challenge me to think in a new way, entertain me or impact me at all. But with it winning the Oscar, I've started to wonder if I'm missing something that is so obvious to others.
Or is it the "bandwagon mentality" that occurs when a movie wins an award which make everyone speak highly of it? - No, that can't be it because critics were raving about it long before the Oscars. So what am I missing? I don't get it?
True, men with guns are sexy and tossing coins is a good way to make decisions, I don't deny these facts. But there was no seeming point to it and no character that I cared about in the story. So how does that make for a great movie? (I will admit that it was fun, after the movie to talk with my friend about some invisible meaning of the characters names and the dream, but that's not worth an Oscar in my opinion.)
So, please tell me, what is there to love about this movie? Or is it so "artistic" that it's not supposed to be understandable by the average viewer. Look, it was filled with great actors and, of course, "the enigmatic Coen brothers" so there's no excuse for it not to be a moving experience? But it wasn't.
See, the thing is, I didn't hate the movie, I was just bored by it. And worst of all it didn't even put me to sleep.
I go to the movies to be entertained, to be moved but this movie did neither for me.
P.S. And another thing, how is Javier Bardem a Supporting Actor...such as the movie was, he carried it, yes? Doesn't he deserve a Leading Actor credit?
February 25, 2008
It's not THE Carpet...without Red!
It's always traditional to review the dresses on The Red Carpet.
This year, mine got rave reviews from all...and you can see why!
February 23, 2008
Dancing With The (Oscar) Stars - Part 2
John Stewart and I are still dancing with Oscar, and I continue Dancing With The Stars for the award in our next category.
As you know from my previous post, the Oscar nominees have decided to increase their chances of winning by entering into a Dance-off. And who are they dancing with? Me, of course.
So...The Final Category is:
Best Dance Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role:
And the Nominees are (in order of their appearance - in the video below)...
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VIGGO MORTENSEN, Eastern Promises
GEORGE CLOONEY, Michael Clayton
JOHNNY DEPP, Sweeney Todd
TOMMY LEE JONES, In the Valley of Elah
DANIEL DAY-LEWIS, There Will Be Blood
Don't forget to cast your vote in a comment below for "Best Leading Actor Dancing with Red."
Because, remember, in Red's World, YOU are the Academy!
Up next, on OSCAR Night, we'll announce the WINNERS for Best Actors Dancers with Red (Both Supporting Actor and Leading Actor Categories).John Stewart and I are standing by for your vote.
You won't want to miss the excitement...
So please, stay tuned to Red's World.
February 22, 2008
Dancing with the (Oscar) Stars - Part 1
So Oscar Night is coming up fast, and with the Writer's Strike ending, I have a feeling it's going to be the biggest awards bash of the year!!
As a matter of fact, The Academy asked me to Co-Host with John Stewart, so we're dancing our way to the Oscars together!
Because Dancing With The Stars has become such a hit. Many of the nominees have decided to increase their chances of winning an Oscar by entering into a Dance-off with others in their category. Lucky for me, I'm a fantastic dancer... So I'll be partnering up with each of them for a dance to help decide the vote.
The First Category is:
Best Dance Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role.
And the Nominees are (drum role please)...
PHILLIP SEYMOUR HOFFMAN, Charlie Wilson's War
JAVIER BARDEM, No Country For Old Men
CASEY AFFLECK, The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford
HAL HOLBROOK, Into the Wild
TOM WILKINSON, Michael Clayton
You can participate by watching the video and picking your favorite for Best Supporting Actor Dancing with Red. Because in Red's World, YOU are the Academy!
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Cast your vote in a comment below then John Stewart and I will tally them up.
And Stay Tuned to Red's World - We have the "Best Leading Actor Dancing Dancing with Red" Category...coming up next!
And after that we'll announce the winners for both Categories "Supporting Actor and Leading Actor Dancing with Red" on OSCAR NIGHT.
February 21, 2008
Red Fashion Week
What do I have over Lindsay Lohan and Marilyn Monroe?
See for yourself...
Yes, I was scheduled to be on the cover of New York Magzine - but I said, "No...my blog readers get first view!"
Kisses,
Red
February 18, 2008
Vote RED!
Well it's Presidents' Day again and this year I thought I'd celebrate by announcing my Candidacy for President.
That's Right "Red for Prez!" is resounding throughout the country as I start my campaign.
What's my platform?
The FUN PLATFORM, of course!
"If it's not FUN...don't do it!!"
Everyone is shouting out my political motto and started a WOM movement to have my name written in on the ballot when it comes time to vote. Don't miss your opportunity to get on the FUN bus and ride Red to a whole new way of running the country. And bring the Land of the Brave into a NEW ERA!
I don't know if you've noticed but politics have become very serious business and I think it's a shame that those that are running for the most visible office in our country take the whole thing to heart. Just think how disappointed they'll be if they lose or, conversely, how shocked they'll be when they finally get into office and realize that they can't keep their campaign promises.
That's why I'm not going to make you any promises.
See, I'm under no illusion that if I win I'll be able to change anything from my position in the White House (except maybe the decor). No one else of late has made any significantly fun changes besides, maybe, Bill Clinton when he put in place the, "Get a blow-job while you negotiate foreign policy" procedure. Which, incidentally, sounds like fun - so it can't be a bad policy in the political book. I only wish I'd came up with it first...oh well. I'm sure to find other procedures that will become common practice in our New Fun political system. If not, I promise to give everyone something to discuss as I do my best to make the United States of America the most Fun place to live. Think about it, everyone will want to be American if I'm President. 
I'm no dummy, I know that our political system is a system of trading favors - (Hey, I saw Legally Blond 2 and Charlie Wilson's War). And I wouldn't dream of trying to change that. I think it may be the key to my success as your leader. As many of you know, I have no problem exchanging "favors" to be in your favor. So just let me know what you want and I'll use my "skills" to get it done!
If nothing else, I do believe that being President of the United States of America will increase my popularity. So more people will be talking about me...and what could be better than that?
Have some Fun - write me in on your ballot when you vote in this year's Presidential Election.
And have a Very Sexy Presidents Day!!
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February 13, 2008
Indulging You're (Many) Sweets For Valentines
Valentines Day is coming up so it's time for something sweet!
Sex is like candy, it comes in many different flavors. All of which are sweet and delicious.
Like candy, what you want sexually is determined by the cravings you have.
Sex is not always like expensive chocolate that you want to savor over and over again. But when it is -- have some more!
Sometimes it's like a hard candy you want to suck on . . .
But other times, sex is like a chewy caramel that you enjoy once but don't feel a need for more.
For some occasions, pure physical pleasure is enough to satisfy the sex-candy craving but for others, you want more.
Trust your cravings this Valentines Day (and every day), you know what kind of sweets you want!
February 09, 2008
A Funny Valentine Song
I want to wish you a very Happy Valentine's Day with a song. . . funny you!
Kisses,
Red
