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♥♥AH,I'm not really an LOTR fan,
but I want to try it,
pero 1 movie lang ung
napanuod qo eh..!
Is it really that good?
and the movie, how was it?
I mean, I watch the 2nd part which
is the two tower ryt???
Yeah, heard a lot of good things about LOTR(the book) and the movie Return of The King is kickass. Will definitely read it.Im now currently reading Frank Beddor's The Looking Glass Wars. Its an action-pack spinoff to Carol Lewis' Alice in Wonderland. Reading it in preparation for Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland 3D coming out this March.
♥♥woah!really???
I want to try it too!!!
@ Aaron: You can never really say that you're a certified fantasy genre lover if you haven't read the LOTR trilogy.
jzhunagev wrote: "@ Aaron: You can never really say that you're a certified fantasy genre lover if you haven't read the LOTR trilogy."
That why Im going to read it. Yeah, i am not a certified fantasy genre lover but still im a fantasy genre lover because most of the books I read and about to read are under that genre. I tend to prioritize reading fantasy books that has not yet adapted into film.
♥♥ERR!haha, yeah..!
don't worry I will
grab a copy now!!!!
Couldn't agree more with you, Marco.
Isabella wrote: "Currently reading Shutter Island. saw the trailer and thought it could be a good read. It's interesting so far."oh. that'll be our Book Discussion for March(right Jzhun? *winks*). Looking forward reading it.
It could Aaron... it could be...But let the polls decided that...
Fate is fickle thing...
But at least if I nominated that, I think Bella would vote for it. Ain't it Bella?
;-)
jzhunagev wrote: "It could Aaron... it could be...But let the polls decided that...
Fate is fickle thing...
But at least if I nominated that, I think Bella would vote for it. Ain't it Bella?
;-)"
Oh man. Bella just sounds to wrong right now, after that whiny character. And our Isabella here is way cooler than that. Right Isabella?
@Bix:I'm sorry if I called you "that"...
I thought that was your nickname because the notification mail that I got said it was a message from Bella, and I thought that was you. So, I used the said "name."
Anyway... On The Lightning Thiefmatter...
They're just hiding their stocks so that the movie tie-in paperback book will be the ones sold, specially now that the book's gathering momentum, what with its movie adaptation's ongoing screening on cinemas.
It's just all a nasty conspiracy...
Hehehe... ;D
jzhunagev wrote: "@Bix:I'm sorry if I called you "that"...
I thought that was your nickname because the notification mail that I got said it was a message from Bella, and I thought that was you. So, I used the sa..."
And speaking about The Lightning Thief. Its on Cinemas TODAY!!! And I will be watching it TONIGHT!!!
Good for Aaron!Please do tell us if it's good or a TOTAL boboo...
Hehehe! :D
jzhunagev wrote: "Good for Aaron!Please do tell us if it's good or a TOTAL boboo...
Hehehe! :D"
Sure thing.
The Lightning Thief for me was a TOTAL BOO!!!!i hate the producers! the should have called it Percy Jackson and the lightning bolt... or Percy Jackson and the Satyr Grover!
Darn, me and my brother are so pissed bout it!
Faye Ann wrote: "The Lightning Thief for me was a TOTAL BOO!!!!i hate the producers! the should have called it Percy Jackson and the lightning bolt... or Percy Jackson and the Satyr Grover!
Darn, me and my broth..."
Let's wait for Aaron! He's another fan of this series and I know he watched the movie last Friday. Aaron?
Hello! First and foremost, happy hearts day everyone! I'm currently reading Jodi Picoult's Nineteen Minutes and I'm about to finish it. Lots of things happening in the story, questions being answered and a lot more. Just loved it! :)I'm also looking forward to watch The lightning Thief, I saw the trailer and it's kinda cool.
Michael Ryle wrote: "Hello! First and foremost, happy hearts day everyone! I'm currently reading Jodi Picoult's Nineteen Minutes and I'm about to finish it. Lots of things happening in the story, questions being answer..."The book was WAAAYY better than the film. Seriously.
Well, judging from Faye Ann's the movie is stinker. I guess I better save my money and but the book instead of hitting the cinemas.Thanks, Faye you saved one book-lover's soul there.. ^_^
I almost walked out of the cinemas if I was watching it alone and I dont have companies that haven't read the book yet. That's how awful the movie ADAPTATION was. Im not even sure if I can call it an adaptation. Just to warn those people who intends to watch it, I will not hold back any information from the movie.Im not talking about the visual effects, cinematography, editing cause if I will base my judgement on those elements, I would say it's okay. Its all about the screenplay. It changed a LOT(almost everything) about the story. No Mr. D, No Clariss, No U-Shape Cabins, No Ares-Aphrodite Affair, No Oracle, No Quest. It didn't even show my favorite part of book one when Poseidon claimed Percy as his son. It didn't even get Riordan's purpose to modernize the gods. What the hell is the quest for 3 pearls all about?! That was very childish. I didn't even get why they ommit the U-Shape Cabins, did they lack the imagination to build the cabins just how RR describe it or simply they just ran out of budget. And why is camp-half blood populated by people in their late 20's?!? And most of all, what the fuck is the Gaga's Pokerface dance number all about.?!
There is no reference about the sequel because they didn't mention that Kronos was the mastermind of the stealing of the bolt and Percy killed Luke at the end, and even Thalia's tree was not mentioned. In short, the didn't acknowledge the Great Prophecy which is the whole point of the series. The only redeeming point of the movie is Grover's funny antics.
I am really sad about Logan Lerman's career. I thought he could be the next big thing after Daniel Rad and finally outshine the douchebag Pattinson guy(cause Logan is way good looking than him). I don't understand why Riordan approved of that screenplay. I mean, if an author sells his rights for his book to be made into movie, does he have no control of the story. Honestly, I hated(a little) him after watching the movie because I thought he let his story be ruined because of the big money the producers paid him. Still he's one of my favorite authors. I just wished there is no more sequel.
Ok, Im sorry if this was full of negativities and hatred. I just need to release the frustration and disappointment. That's all. I need to breathe. Piece of advice, if you are really curious about the movie, just watch it on pirated dvd especially if already read the book.
Faye Ann wrote: "The Lightning Thief for me was a TOTAL BOO!!!!i hate the producers! the should have called it Percy Jackson and the lightning bolt... or Percy Jackson and the Satyr Grover!
Darn, me and my broth..."
Yes, they called it Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief. That was the title shown in the beginning of the movie.
I researched the opinion of Rick Riordan about the movie and I saw this on his FAQ's instead"1. I have a question or comment about the Percy Jackson movie.
Answer: Sorry, that’s not my department! I can only tell you that the movie Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, released Feb. 12, 2010 and directed by Chris Columbus, was based on my book The Lightning Thief. Understand that I did not write the script or help make the movie. I just write the books. I can’t comment or provide any additional information about the movie version.
2. Did you have any control over the movie?
Answer: No. When an author sells the rights to a book, typically full creative control goes to the movie studio and director — in this case, Fox 2000 and Chris Columbus. The movie rights to Lightning Thief were sold over five years ago, before the book was even published. I made the decision to sell the rights so early because it brought lots of public attention to the books and helped the series catch on. However, once the movie rights are sold, the author has no control over what happens in the movie. I did read a version of the script and got to make some suggestions, but that was the extent of my involvement. I can’t tell you anything further about the movie. Nor can I give you contact information for anyone who was involved in the movie. Sorry!"
Well, that explains everything. These producers are just wickedly evil.
Faye Ann wrote: "The book was WAAAYY better than the film. Seriously. ..."Awww.. Well, thanks for that warning. Hehehe. But still, I'm going to watch the movie. BTW, I haven't read the book yet. I'm really hoping to read one soon, so I can compare which is better. :)
Michael Ryle wrote: "Faye Ann wrote: "The book was WAAAYY better than the film. Seriously. ..."Awww.. Well, thanks for that warning. Hehehe. But still, I'm going to watch the movie. BTW, I haven't read the book yet...."
Hi Michael Ryle, I think it is better to see the movie first before reading the book. You will come to the moviehouse without any expectations so you have an open mind. It is entertaining and I think it is better than Harry Potter 1.
Doni wrote: "Hi Michael Ryle, I think it is better to see the movie first before reading the book..."Hey Doni, yeah right that's exactly what I am planning. :)
Aaron Vincent wrote: "I almost walked out of the cinemas if I was watching it alone and I dont have companies that haven't read the book yet. That's how awful the movie ADAPTATION was. Im not even sure if I can call it ..."DI BA! DI BA! NAKAKAINIS! Poor Mr. Riordan. He should have insisted that he should have his hands on the movie, just like Stephenie Meyer is on her Twilight Saga. That i think is the secret why the Twilight Saga movie was embraced by the public, specially by the readers whohave readthe books beforehand.
sayang naman yung story. im really not sure if i'll still watch the second movie, if there'll be one. maybe i'll just download an illegal copy na lang, just to get back at those brainless producers and writers who made the Percy movie thing.
Isabella wrote: "No worries, dear Moderator. :) What a coincidence, I watched it as well. I say the book is better but I shan't get into the reasons why. :Dcurrently reading : Digital Fortress - Dan Brown :|"
heard from my bro that that dan brown book is a really good one.
Faye Ann wrote: "Aaron Vincent wrote: "I almost walked out of the cinemas if I was watching it alone and I dont have companies that haven't read the book yet. That's how awful the movie ADAPTATION was. Im not even ..."I did not like the movie adaptation of Twilight also. Sorry. LOTR movies are better than the books. I think it is the few of the exceptions.
Faye Ann wrote: "Isabella wrote: "No worries, dear Moderator. :) What a coincidence, I watched it as well. I say the book is better but I shan't get into the reasons why. :Dcurrently reading : Digital Fortress - ..."
Digital Fortress is the WORST among Dan Brown books. Take it from me as I am an IT guy. My favorite is ANGELS AND DEMONS, followed by DECEPTION POINT, followed by THE DA VINCI. Don't read DIGITAL FORTRESS. It sucks.
Doni wrote: "Faye Ann wrote: "Isabella wrote: "No worries, dear Moderator. :) What a coincidence, I watched it as well. I say the book is better but I shan't get into the reasons why. :Dcurrently reading : Di..."
oh,ok,thanksfor the tip. :)
Doni wrote: "Faye Ann wrote: "Aaron Vincent wrote: "I almost walked out of the cinemas if I was watching it alone and I dont have companies that haven't read the book yet. That's how awful the movie ADAPTATION ..."no worries! :) my point lang naman is that the book authors should have a say on the movie adaptions, because i think that's a reason why the Twilight movies are sucessful in the box office just as the books are.
Doni wrote: "Digital Fortress is the WORST among Dan Brown books. Take it from me as I am an IT guy. My favorite is ANGELS AND DEMONS, followed by DECEPTION POINT, followed by THE DA VINCI. Don't read DIGITAL FORTRESS. It sucks. "We're kindred souls Kuya Doni. Of all of Dan Brown's thrillers I found Angels & Demons the superb of the lot. Just pure suspense and reading entertainment. Others are all just well... formulaic. Intriguing at first, but formulaic. But I give him credit for creativity, though.
Hehehe! :D
I've never been a Dan Brown fan. Da Vinci Code sucks. But I agree with Kuya Doni and Jzhun. Angels and Demons is his ONLY good novel.
OH MY! I'm finally done reading Jodi Picoult's Nineteen Minutes. YAY! :D So, I'm now wondering what to read next? Any suggestions?
Michael Ryle wrote: "OH MY! I'm finally done reading Jodi Picoult's Nineteen Minutes. YAY! :D So, I'm now wondering what to read next? Any suggestions?"Have you read Picoult's My Sister's Keeper? You may want to read it next. :)
Lynai wrote: "Have you read Picoult's My Sister's Keeper?..."Hello Lynai! Well, thanks for that. I think I should give it a try. And my friends also told me that the movie adaptation was great. But, it cost a little expensive and I'm kind of short here. Hehe. :))
I am also looking forward to read the Time Traveler's Wife and Hush,Hush.
Michael Ryle wrote: "Lynai wrote: "Have you read Picoult's My Sister's Keeper?..."Hello Lynai! Well, thanks for that. I think I should give it a try. And my friends also told me that the movie adaptation was great. B..."
Dude. Don't ever waste your time reading Hush Hush. Its one bull crap piece of YA novel. God knows I regret wasting my time reading it.
Michael Ryle wrote: "Lynai wrote: "Have you read Picoult's My Sister's Keeper?..."Hello Lynai! Well, thanks for that. I think I should give it a try. And my friends also told me that the movie adaptation was great. B..."
Just one piece of unsolicited advice: DON'T WATCH THE MOVIE OF MY SISTER'S KEEPER BEFORE READING THE BOOK.
@ Aaron: Aww, I thought it was that effin good! BTW, thanks for that warning dude. Hehe :))@ Lynai: WHY? Which one's better? :))
Michael Ryle wrote: "@ Aaron: Aww, I thought it was that effin good! BTW, thanks for that warning dude. Hehe :))@ Lynai: WHY? Which one's better? :))"
Well apparently, its e-f-f-i-n piece of trash.
Michael Ryle wrote: "@ Aaron: Aww, I thought it was that effin good! BTW, thanks for that warning dude. Hehe :))@ Lynai: WHY? Which one's better? :))"
The book is way better. The movie is far different.
Aaron Vincent wrote: "Well apparently, its e-f-f-i-n piece of trash."Lynai wrote: "The book is way better. The movie is far different."
@ Aaron: Hehehe. Okay. I'm not gonna read it! I'm super convinced! :))
@ Lynai: I think, I'll watch the movie first. Para di ako madisappoint. :)
From the Corner of his Eye by Koontz keeps me 'till three in the morning...Simply put, I adore this book...
Michael Ryle wrote: "@ Aaron: Aww, I thought it was that effin good! BTW, thanks for that warning dude. Hehe :))@ Lynai: WHY? Which one's better? :))"
Michael Ryle, guys don't read Jodi Piccoult! It's for ladies! Why not read John Grisham or take the advice of Aaron Vincent. Since you are still young, read more YA books. But don't touch Jodi Piccoult unless you are fond of melodrama!
Doni wrote: "Michael Ryle wrote: "@ Aaron: Aww, I thought it was that effin good! BTW, thanks for that warning dude. Hehe :))@ Lynai: WHY? Which one's better? :))"
Michael Ryle, guys don't read Jodi Picc..."
or MGs or a lot of SF!
@ Michael Ryle: Maybe you have soft spot for this kind of books. I admit that I have a copy of The Notebook, The Bridges of Madison County, Tara Road... Maybe because I found their movie adaptation GOOD.It's not bad to read tear-jerker books...
A man has to cry, and let out pent upped emotions...
I would favor that rather than engaging someone in fisticuffs.
or...
If you're in the mode for horror why don't you try your hand at Stephen King, Dean Koontz or John Saul... I swear to you will never look back at these melodramas! Ahaha! You're in for a nasty gore-fest ride of your life!
BUWAHAHAHAHA! :D
Hehehe! ^_^
Creepy cheer,
this is your Assistant Moderator terrorizing you!
I am currently reading Valiant by Holly Black. :)
Marco wrote: "@Rhys: What's the book about?@Doni: Did you read "My Sister's Keeper"? Ahahaha!
@Lynai: Far different in a bad way?"
Far different in a bad way.
Chachic wrote: "I am currently reading Valiant by Holly Black. :)"This looks promising. How was it? Good?
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Welcome Fellow LOTR fan! I urging you to go on and read the trilogy. It's one of the most rewarding reading experience, when you finished all 3 books.