Design For The New Youth Credit Card.

"Rise & Fulfill."  

Youth. A generation that is so capable of so many things, so many changes, and yet we, as youth still doubt ourselves. 

Youth. A generation that dreams, BIG dreams, and yet we, as youth think that the dreams are unreachable.

We think we're not good enough. We have doubts. 

This is all normal, but sometimes we have to just stop dreaming, and start taking actions; to fulfill our dreams. To turn the dreams to reality.

It is time for us to RISE and FULFILL our DREAMS.

~

The main concept and message of my card named; "Rise & Fulfill" is to send a message to all the youths of the nation that we should stop daydreaming of the 'What ifs" of life, instead we should start focusing on how we could make those dreams to reality. 

Once we got a great idea, we should start by taking a productive step by just taking a leap of faith and start working on the idea, even though how seemingly small an idea may seem then, we do not know how much the idea is capable of creating and changing lives. 

"A man may die, nations may rise and fall, but an idea lives on." 

 - John F. Kennedy 

I hope this brief post got my message over. I hope that this message will get through all the youths that will use this card and remember that; there are a lot ahead of them; a lot of opportunities and goals that have yet to be accomplished. 

We, as YOUTHS, should stop taking our DREAMS merely as just 'dreams', but we should RISE and take ACTION to those 'dreams and turn them to REALITY. 

"AT POINT BLANK." Short Film

My friends & I finally completed our second short film entitled

 "AT POINT BLANK."

SYNOPSIS:

John & Tim are best friends, that is until Tim decided to join the mob & work for them. Things didn't work out when they failed a job tasked to them. This attracted the attention of the police. The mob bosses have plans for them too. They are now at a dead end. They are at "point blank".

Directed, Written & Edited by 

Jemsen Tan

Script Edited by 

Reagan Ng, Syafinas Ibrahim 

Starring 

Nicholas Tan, Shaun Ong, Hor Gwo Ruey

with Voices of 

Reagan Ng, Syafinas Ibrahim, Iriene Heng

Edited by 

Jemsen, Trinston Chooi, Brandon Song, Hor Gwo Ruey

Music by 

DyIansMusic

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Thanks! (: 

My 2nd Stop-Motion Short VIdeo.

Made this a long time ago. My second attempt at stop-motion animation. :P 


Although, its only 30-seconds long, but enjoy. (:










Story: A stickman who was trapped in an iPhone escapes from captivity & then pursued by it's maker. 


Total of 105 frames. 


Thanks for watching. (: Share, Like, Subsribe. 

First try at Stop-Motion Animation

So, how's your holidays? (: Hope it's good.

Well, lately, I've just discovered "stop-motion" animation and therefore I tried doing it. 

A stop-motion animation (also known as stop action) is an animation technique to make a physically manipulated object appear to move on its own. The object is moved in small increments between individually photographed frames, creating the illusion of movement when the series of frames is played as a continuous sequence. -Wikipedia.

Normally, stop-motion animation is done with clay/plasticine figures or Lego.

Well, in my case I did using my drawing of my stickman! :p

And the end-result is this. Do watch it. (: 

Yes, mine looks more like a photo-story or a slideshow. :/
This is because I lack smaller movement details and more shots. (if that's the right word for it :P )
This clip only consists of 58 photos altogether. 


It's actually quite simple, but a little time-consuming to do.
All you need is: 

• a camera, (preferably with a small tripod attached to it) 
• an object you want,(e.g. clay figure, Lego, stationery & etc; up to your imagination! :p)
• a brightly lit room, 
• a simple movie-making software (e.g. Windows Moviemaker will do) 
• and of course yourself.

You can search on "how to make motion-stop animation" or you could click here.


I might try to do a much better one in the future. :D 

Review Of : The Lion King in 3D

I had just watched "The Lion King" in 3D! :)

Directed By Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff
Voices By Matthew Broderick, Jim Cummings, James Earl Jones, Rowan Atkinson



Synopsis : A Disney classic that follows the adventures of Simba, the feisty lion cub who "just can't wait to be king." But his envious Uncle Scar has plans for his own ascent to the throne, and he forces Simba's exile from the kingdom. Alone and adrift, Simba soon joins the escapades of a hilarious meerkat named Timon and his warmhearted warthog pal, Pumbaa. Adopting their carefree lifestyle of "Hakuna Matata," Simba ignores his real responsibilities until he realizes his destiny and returns to the Pride Lands to claim his place in the Circle of Life. The all-star vocal talents-including-plus the rip-roaring comedy and uplifting messages of courage, loyalty and hope make this a timeless tale for all ages.


(Source: WALT DISNEY STUDIOS MOTION PICTURES)

Although the 3D effects doesn't much stand out in this film because its still in 2D animation, it is worth a watch. (:

The Lion King is truly a classic film. As for me, when this film was out in 1994, I wasn't even born yet. Therefore, the last time I watched it was on television before I watched it on the big screens.

All in all, if you love classic Disney movies, you would not want to miss this. With its heartwarming story, and great songs & scores together, its worth every moment.  :)

My Rating?

Plot : 4/5

Storyline : 4/5

Songs/Score : 4/5 

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OVERALL : 8/10.*

Trailer : 

My First Short Film; REALIZED. [COMING SOON]

(double-click to enlarge)

Yeah, as you saw my blog title, this film; "REALIZED." is my first short film created by 

my group of  friends & myself from SMK Damansara Jaya.

It is our entry for the inter-school competition; MY Challenge presented by Star R.AGE & Musicast and organized by KDU College.

Synopsis:

This film tells the story from a student; Ah Kim's perspective about his life. He wasn't a good student in school, he had disciplinary issues, and he was a bully, that is until... he met a girl that changed his life forever. This is a story when he found love, when he discovered he could change for the better, this is when he...realized.

*NEW* THE SHORT FILM HAS BEEN POSTED UP HERE. *NEW* 

The film has been completed and will be uploaded by the end of this month. 
My film is a very amateur-ish film but hope you'll enjoy it once it has been posted up. (: 

Do stay tuned. 
Thanks! :D 

Singapore Trip June 2011.

"SINGAPORE TRIP JUNE 2011."

As you might notice, my blog was a little "dead" for the past week. This is because my family & I went to Singapore last week. 

I've made a short 8-minute video clip of the trip. 

A picture speaks a thousand words, so a video should speak fairly enough of the trip. 

Do check it out below. :) Thanks.

How's it? 

Do comment. Thanks. =)

And " THANK YOU FOR WATCHING." 

Transformers 3 : Dark of the Moon [NEW TRAILER]

TRANSFORMERS 3 : DARK OF THE MOON.

Transformers fans or not, you must be anxious to watch this next installation of the trilogy.

Well, here is the latest trailer:

Anticipated? Me too. 

Opening in late June, expected to be 30th June 2011 in Malaysia.

You can check out their teaser trailer here. 

*NEW* CHECK OUT MY MOVIE REVIEW OF 

TRANSFORMERS 3 :DARK OF THE MOON HERE. *NEW*  

“Our World, Their War”

"Their War, Our World."

[OPINION A]

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TO : AGENT G5C-3ON 

SUBJ: N.E.S.T._MISSION_RECRUIT[P&C]

CLASSIFIED INFORMATION ENCLOSED. 

1500 HRS : As we know it, the Decepticons & Autobots have arrived on Earth.And they're continuing their war here; on Earth.

N.E.S.T.(Nonbiological Extraterrestrial Species Team), a top secret defense force against the Decepticons. N.E.S.T. have recruited you to be part of our top-secret mission. 

Summary of mission is as follows. 

...................................

On July 20th 1969, Apollo 11 landed on the surface of the moon. It was indeed a great moment in the history of mankind. But all of a sudden, Earth have lost signal of Apollo 11. It was confirmed that Neil Armstong & his crew is on the "dark side" of the moon.

This information is above top-secret. They then discovered a crashed spaceship located on the "dark side" of the moon with an offline robot in it.

----------------------------------------------------

With this, we know that "the war has NOT ended yet". This is why we are recruiting you.

As a new recruit to this squad, we have developed a machine which enables an individual to live an Autobot's life to fight the Decepticons before entering into live battle.

Tell us how you would protect the world from the Decepticons, and which Autobots  you would like to transform into to protect the world.

We do not have much time to spare. Reply to this message in 24 hrs.

----------------------------------------------------------

TO: N.E.S.T. Headquarters 

SUBJ: Reply_to_Mission_Training[P&C]

1545 HRS : I would transform into Optimus Prime; the leader of the Autobots.This is because he is a great leader & a brave Autobot. 

AUTOBOT CHOSEN : OPTIMUS PRIME.

_HOW TO PROTECT THE WORLD FROM DECEPTICON THREAT :

I would devise a plan to foil the Decepticon's plans. How?

I would first plant a double-agent in the Decepticons.

The double agent will then update me on what they're planning on.

With this, we can easily outsmart the Decepticons & ambushed them and eventually ending this war..

Signing off,

AGENT G5C-3ON.

        ------------------REPLY ENDED------------------

*the above story is fully fictional.

" HAPPY CNY! "

I'm sure you all must have heard all those sounds of fireworks by now?? 

" Happy Chinese New Year of The Year of the Rabbit !! " 

                                           - www.snowflakes-88.blogspot.com

The Black Beauty from " The Green Hornet "

Have you all watched " The Green Hornet " yet?

If you have not, go watch it. Read my review on the film here.

If you have watched the movie, I am sure you are quite impressed by the car; 

"The Black Beauty" 

The Black Beauty is based on 1965's Chrysler Crown Imperial. 

Here is a video about the technical specs of this awesome & cool vehicle :

Exclusive - The Green Hornet - Black Beauty ReelThe Green Hornet (2011 film), Metacafe

Remember to check out my review on the movie " The Green Hornet " here. 

Ironic Images #2

Here's another dose of irony. from " Ironic Images". ;D

If you haven't view my earlier post of Ironic Images click here. 

Today's theme is about irony on buses.. 


In today's business minded world, everyone is competing among each other...they uses catch phrases & taglines to grab the customers attention....


For example, like these...

#1 

Super Nice??

Hmm..what does it means?? :P Well, look at that..there's a horse logo at the bottom of the bus that resembles a  "Da Ma Cai " ( a Big Sweep Company ) logo. (bottom) 

So, you can actually buy lottery in the bus?? lol..no wonder it's " Super Nice ".

#2

"Naik Selalu" or in English translation it's " Always Ride "

Yup, this bus is asking us to always ride with them..lol..

Hmm... there's 2 "recycle" logos at the front & end of the bus? This Bus is Recyclable?? That's why they ask us to always ride them.

Recycle Paper! Recycle Plastic! Recycle Buses!! ahahah.. XD 

#3 

VVIP Seat?? :O

So, are they saying that the Prime Minister rides in this bus?? 

Ahahah...hope you got your daily dose of irony today! ;D 

*all images & statements are fro entertainment purposes only, I do not mean to effect the buses' business on purpose, Thank you. 

Scrat's Continental Crack-Up!

As of my post on The Review Of : Gulliver's Travels here.


There is a short film just right before the film; " Scrat's Continental Crack-Up! " 
Starring " Scrat " from the movie " Ice Age. "


Do watch it. Very funny.. ;D 





Ahahahha.. :P 

The 68th Golden Globe Awards

The results had been announced..

And as expected "  The Social Network" has emerge as the winner by winning 4 awards..

Sadly, I did not watch the film... :(

Anyway, here are the results. =D

1) Best Motion Picture - Drama 

>> The Social Network



Nominees :
Black Swan
The Fighter
Inception
The King's Speech

2) Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama

>> Natalie Portman - Black Swan


Nominees:

Halle Berry - Frankie and Alice
Kidman - Rabbit Hole
Jennifer Lawrence - Winter's Bone
Michelle Williams - Blue Valentine

3) Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama

>> Colin Firth - The King's Speech


Nominees: 

Jesse Eisenberg - The Social Network
James Franco - 127 Hours
Ryan Gosling - Blue Valentine
Mark Wahlberg - The Fighter

4) Best Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical

>>The Kids Are All Right


Nominees:

Alice in Wonderland
Burlesque
Red
The Tourist

5) Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical

>> Annette Bening - The Kids Are All Right


Nominees:

Anne Hathaway - Love and Other Drugs
Angelie Jolie - The Tourist
Julianne Moore - The Kids Are All Right
Emma Stone - Easy A

6) Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy Or Musical

>>Paul Giamatti - Barney's Version


Nominees:

Johnny Depp - Alice in Wonderland
Johnny Depp - The Tourist
Jake Gyllenhaal - Love and Other Drugs
Kevin Spacey - Casino Jack

7) Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

>> Melissa Leo - The Fighter


Nominees:

Amy Adams - The Fighter
Helena Bonham Carter - The King's Speech
Mila Kunis - Black Swan
Jacki Weaver - Animal Kingdom

8) Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

>> Christian Bale - The Fighter


Nominees:

Michael Douglas - Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps
Andrew Garfield - The Social Network
Jeremy Renner - The Town
Geoffrey Rush - The King's Speech

9) Best Animated Feature Film

>> Toy Story 3


Nominees:

Despicable Me
How To Train Your Dragon
The Illusionist
Tangled

10) Best Foreign Language Film

>> In a Better World (Denmark)


Nominees:

Biutiful (Mexico/Spain)
The Concert (France)
The Edge (Russia)
I Am Love (Italy)

11) Best Director - Motion Picture

>> David Fincher - The Social Network


Nominees:

Darren Aronofsky - Black Swan
Tom Hooper - The King's Speech
Christopher Nolan - Inception
David O. Russell - The Fighter

12) Best Screenplay - Motion Picture

>> Aaron Sorkin - The Social Network


Nominees:

Danny Boyle, Simon Beaufoy - 127 Hours
Lisa Cholodenko, Stuart Blumberg - The Kids Are Alright
Christopher Nolan - Inception
David Seidler - The King's Speech

13) Best Original Score - Motion Picture

>> Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross - The Social Network


Nominees:

Alexandre Desplat - The King's Speech
Danny Elfman - Alice in Wonderland
A.R. Rahman - 127 Hours
Hans Zimmer - Inception

14) Best Original Song - Motion Picture

>> "You Haven't Seen The Last Of Me" - Burlesque

Nominees: 

"Bound To You" - Burlesque

"Coming Home" - Country Strong

"I See The Light" - Tangled

"There's A Place For Us" - The Chronicles of Narnia

.....

I can't believe Inception didn't win any awards...so is their score..