Jessica Zafra's Blog, page 364

The Social Network as a series of status updates

Have you seen David Fincher's The Social Network yet? You know, the facebook movie. I would've gone to the previews or caught it on opening day, but I've been traveling. Today I'll finally get to see it. I'm of two minds about David Fincher: loved Seven, Fight Club, Zodiac; loathed Alien3, Panic Room, Benjamin Button. [...]

Happy Birthday, Jeffrey!

The brilliant Filipino filmmaker Jeffrey Jeturian celebrates his birthday today. Happy Birthday, Jeffrey! Please make another movie immediately, it's been too long since Kubrador. There may be many Pinoy indie directors winning awards and attention on the international festival circuit, but none of them have the elegance and subtlety of your storytelling. I want a [...]

Last day in Borneo, the wrap

Unlike in football (soccer to Americans), acting talent is not required in rugby. No one falls down clutching his leg, screaming in pain. A game of sevens lasts 14 minutes; there just isn't time to acknowledge your pain. The opponents are prepared to kill themselves and each other on the pitch, but off it they [...]

Everybody out of the way, it's The Flying Jeepney! (Updated: Justin gives the best answers ever.)

It's Wednesday! You know what that means. Track the whereabouts of your teacher or boss, and if they are at a safe distance, continue reading. Before we unveil this week's Jock With A Book, I have a question. When boys see underwear, why do they feel compelled to put it on their heads? Look, under [...]

Everybody out of the way, it's The Flying Jeepney! (Updated: Justin answers your questions.)

It's Wednesday! You know what that means. Track the whereabouts of your teacher or boss, and if they are at a safe distance, continue reading. Before we unveil this week's Jock With A Book, I have a question. When boys see underwear, why do they feel compelled to put it on their heads? Look, under [...]

Everybody out of the way, it's The Flying Jeepney! (Updated)

It's Wednesday! You know what that means. Track the whereabouts of your teacher or boss, and if they are at a safe distance, continue reading. Before we unveil this week's Jock With A Book, I have a question. When boys see underwear, why do they feel compelled to put it on their heads? Look, under [...]

Everybody out of the way, it's The Flying Jeepney!

It's Wednesday! You know what that means. Track the whereabouts of your teacher or boss, and if they are at a safe distance, continue reading. Before we unveil this week's Jock With A Book, I have a question. When boys see underwear, why do they feel compelled to put it on their heads? Look, under [...]

Attention: Gazettes (Updated with message from the Gaz)

Attention, Gaz Holgate Fan Club. Your darling has just been injured playing for a rugby club in Italy, and will be out for a month. We're sure you'd like to send him your good wishes, so post your messages/expressions of adoration/fan mail in Comments. * * * * * We got email from Gaz (Cue: [...]

Attention: Gazettes

Attention, Gaz Holgate Fan Club. Your darling has just been injured playing for a rugby club in Italy, and will be out for a month. We're sure you'd like to send him your good wishes, so post your messages/expressions of adoration/fan mail in Comments.

More information than you need, Day 4

Photo: Wolfie, Japanese player, Patrice attempting gangsta, and Ned, at 18 the youngest guy on the team. Wolfie has been holding that beer mug since the tournament closing dinner. "I love this glass!" Everyone changed into regular clothes and met up at the elevator, where we saw this badass player from the Japan team. "How're [...]