So, in my continued obsession with Eric Bana, I watched Lucky You last night. Not a perfect film by any means, but enjoyable, nonetheless. It actually made poker sort of interesting to me. It could have used some Bana nudity, but oh well.
There were moments when Drew Barrymore was fantastic, but others where she slipped back into the comfy, quirky little girl place she revisits all too often as an actor. More directors like George Clooney need to work with her--he (and Penny Marshall, to an extent) are the only directors to apparently make her feel comfortable enough to get to the fabulous actress that just lives below the surface...I'm referring to Confessions of a Dangerous Mind and Riding in Cars with Boys, respectively. I know it's in there, and I look forward to her breakthrough performance, on the horizon. I've always thought she had it in her.
Anyway, so much for that. Time for a catty tangent:
Two Female Celebrities Whose Popularity Escapes Me:
Fergie--Okay, why are so many women holding her up as some sort of model of beauty? Has anyone not noticed that she looks like a freaking drag queen? I mean, I love drag queens, but um, when they're men approximating (and exaggerating) female standards of beauty. Not when it's a young woman filling her face so full of Botox is looks like it could burst and cultivating eyebrows that remind me of that episode of The Sopranos where A.J. crashed out at a party and his buddies shaved his off and drew on scary arches worthy of Divine. And how old is she, like 29? Jesus, I hate to see what she's going to look like at 40 (not that the world cares about anyone older than 30, anyway...grumble grumble).
I've only heard maybe 1-2 of her songs, and there's not much going on there. Here's my interpretation of her music:
"I'm so fucking hot and I'm so fucking hot and I'm so fucking hot you know you want to hit it."
Okay. Well, a.) Um, no, you're not; and b.) Um, no, I don't.
I'm sure millions of people disagree, but that's my assessment of Ms. Thang.
Sarah Silverman--She's grating, self-congratulatory, has an incredibly unpleasant, whiny, little-girl petulant attitude in interviews, and just because she says fuck and offends every race/religion/whathaveyou on the planet, she's held as some sort of comedy genius? Oh, and I forgot...she's not funny.
Having worked in comedy for a good number of years, I know what people find funny is relative. I respect that. But everyone goes on and on about how brilliant she is--and other than just being crass or sophomoric, I'm don't see that she has a lot else to offer. Oh, but I forgot...she's hot and Jewish. Uh, well, half of Hollywood is Jewish, but that don't mean they're all hot. I appreciate a good looking woman, will admit that she is if she is--but what's her appeal? Somebody explain to me why guys go so kooky for her.
I love to see women treading new ground in comedy--there aren't enough of us out there that have broken through--it's a goddamn boys' club, probably always will be. But I don't know if I want her to be the poster child for us funny girls. She's too in love with herself for me to feel comfortable with that.
And now, back to your regularly scheduled program. I've got to go shave off my eyebrows, inject my face with botulism and practice my poop jokes, all while jiggling in front of the mirror and thinking I'm the man (oops, I mean woman).
11 comments:
"just because she says fuck and offends every race/religion/whathaveyou on the planet, she's held as some sort of comedy genius?"
I'm not easily amused and I find her entertaining in small doses. Maybe I like it when pretty Jewish girls say fuck. It could be that simple. That said, I can't think of a race, religion, or whathaveyou that hasn't earned an attack or two. I do think she does better with men than women, but I think it is more than her looks. I do recall one interview that I did think was pretty damn funny. She was a guest on one of the late night shows. After her interview segment, Nappy Roots performed. Right after the performance, she walked over to join the host that was talking to the band. She then proceeded to accuse the band of stealing her purse. A cheap but effective joke. Oh, did I mention that I like pretty Jewish girls that say fuck? Men are weak. After I viewed enough of your filmwork to accept your brilliance as a writer and director, I reverted to caveman and hoped to see your breasts. I would be apologetic, but it's easier to take the intellectual high road and blame millions of years of evolution that have shaped my most base instincts.
Sarah Silverman is NOT hot. She's fucking annoying, which takes any beauty she might have had, were I very drunk and a lesbian, and completely obliterates it.
I wish she would just hang herself in an example of autoeroticism gone wrong already.
Damron: "It could be that simple. That said, I can't think of a race, religion, or whathaveyou that hasn't earned an attack or two."
Sure, I just don't care for her self-aware, self-important style (and before you get on that thread, yes--all artists have a sense of self-importance, but hers is displayed in a particularly annoying way). Case in point--the purse thing with Nappy Roots. She just can't stand to give other people a few minutes to shine. She did the same thing on another late night show I was watching the other night--kept interrupting the other interviews, to the point that Wayne Newtown just got up and gave her his seat. She's graceless and disrespectful, in my opinion. Perhaps you would argue that we need that; it's refreshing--and I love shock factor in comedy--but it needs to be carefully placed to have the best effect. She had her time with the host; give it up to someone else, now. She's like a 3-year-old, jumping up and down to command all the attention in the room.
"Men are weak. After I viewed enough of your filmwork to accept your brilliance as a writer and director, I reverted to caveman and hoped to see your breasts."
Well, without knowing you, I can't say whether you're trying to be funny, or by trying to be funny, you're saying I shouldn't be so high and mighty. Either way, I can't say I'm any more convinced of SS's relevance, but thanks for reading, and sharing your opinion.
GPG: Gosh, I don't wish death on her...but I concur on the annoying part. :) Hope you had a lovely X-Mas, darling!
Didn't mean to stage a Scopes Monkey Trial defense of Sarah Silverman. I should have mentioned that I only watch about 2 hours of tv a week, so I have quite a filter. I don't get anybody in big doses.
I wasn't really trying to be funny or taking a shot at you. You're very talented, smart, and funny. Guys like me recognize that....then we shift gears and objectify women like all the jerks.
You know what? I hate Sarah Silverman. Let's shake up Triangle Park and stage a protest!:)!
Fair enough...and I will own up to seeing very little of SS's performances, so I may be operating from a bit of a bias on what I have seen. Still doesn't change my opinion, but I'm not looking for solidarity when I put these sorts of ideas out into the ether. I love hearing other people's opinions, and evaluating them against my own. A proper philosopher wouldn't have it any other way.
And if we're gonna march on Triangle Park, let's make it for something worthwhile! You know, like universal health care for kitties, or something. :)
I'm all for Jewish women as a general rule, hot or no--but I find Sarah Silverman grating because she seems to think she's the love child of Lenny Bruce and Gilda Radner, when really she's awfully close to being the female Andy Dick.
And Fergie's past dalliances with crystal meth, assuming they are indeed in the past, look to be catching up with her. I'd say that's what the botox is for.
On the other hand, I'm a fat balding bastard, so it's not like I've got lots of room to dish here.
da bro--"but I find Sarah Silverman grating because she seems to think she's the love child of Lenny Bruce and Gilda Radner, when really she's awfully close to being the female Andy Dick."
Yeah, you nailed it. I was thinking the other night how she probably fancies herself the female Lenny Bruce, and how far she falls short.
I actually have a soft spot for Andy Dick, even though I know he's a complete train wreck. His son's actually a real sweet guy--guess you'd have to be to cope in that household. ;)
And Fergie & meth? No shocker, there. First I'd heard of it, but I wouldn't be surprised.
"On the other hand, I'm a fat balding bastard, so it's not like I've got lots of room to dish here."
Ah, like any of us do...but it's fun to dish, sometimes. Thanks for the comments!
Sorry, but I think Sarah Silverman is both hot and funny.
I don't follow her work like some lovesick puppy fan-boy... but, from what I've seen, I have enjoyed.
I don't understand why you don't like her. Both of you are shameless self promoters and love to hear yourselves talk.I get such a kick out of reading about your celebrity crushes,illnesses of the month,quizzes,those hysterical "films",and adoration of the 80's.It's almost like you did not mature on some level.
Percy--Okay, that's cool, but why? Gimme some reasons why you find her funny and hot. Perhaps it will help me appreciate her.
Sam--Wow, a little hostile, are ya? Since you're clearly trying to dig at me--whether you have some personal issue with me or you just feel incredibly defensive of Ms. Silverman--I still have to wonder...why do you keep reading?
If I'm so vapid and prattle on about stuff you're going to belittle (and "illnesses of the month"? Where is this?) why do you even bother to check in? Stop hiding behind cheap shots and go find someone else to stalk and pick on.
All blogs are shamelessly self-promoting. All artists are shamelessly self-promoting. I never said I wasn't. But if my ramblings seem hollow to you?--then bye-bye.
Oh yes--and final thoughts, Sam: A sure sign of "having matured on some level" is hiding behind pseudonyms and leaving cutting remarks for others on the internet. Hope that serves you well in your declining years.
I know who you are, so there's really no reason for us to continue this pas de deux.
Happy New Year!
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