I donned a pair of new shoes, popped my popcorn, poured a glass of champagne, grabbed my Jr. Mints from the freezer, and was in front of the T.V. before the first beautifully dressed actress stepped out of her shiny limousine. I LOVE OSCAR NIGHT! Here’s my view — the good, the bad, and the “what?”… THE GOOD: Billy Crystal was funny and entertaining–I loved his best movie parody and song. All I can say Read More…
Qmuze loves movies and tis the season for viewing if you want to get yourself ready for “Oscar 2012.” You probably aren’t a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and therefore you won’t be filling out an official ballot, but you very well may be marking a ballot for your office pool, or for an Oscar party, so here’s a brief “muze” on each of the nine movies nominated for best Read More…
The general response when I tell someone I’m a writer is: “I have a great idea for a book (or screenplay) and I’m going to write it when I have time.” This is what I know for certain: YOU WILL NEVER HAVE TIME! Most people assure me they have their book or screenplay completely mapped out in their head and they just need to get it to paper…right. I usually just smile. It seems rude Read More…
Fall fashion is lady-like and feminine with a touch of leather to shake things up a bit. I scoured New York, from the Meatpacking District to Madison Avenue, checking out the new fall lines and found Fall to be Fabulous! Here’s what you should have in your closet if you want to stay au courant: A dress with a FULL SKIRT that makes you look like you are floating when you walk into Read More…
I expected the movie Bridesmaids to be funny and I was not disappointed — it was hilarious. I was however, a little surprised by how ribald the humor was. The girls, it seems, can get just as down and dirty as the guys. Kristen Wiig, of Saturday Night Live fame, co-wrote the movie and stars as Annie, old friend, maid-of-honor, and loser at love. Helen (Rose Byrne) is the bride’s new (and perfect) friend, and Read More…
If you think The Beaver sounds like a comedy you would be oh-so-wrong. Mel Gibson’s character, Walter, is suffering from depression, and while he resorts to using a beaver hand puppet to express himself, the result is heartbreaking, not funny. Mr. Gibson is very good in this role (possible Oscar nod?) – a role his real life seems to have been preparing him for. Mr. Gibson doesn’t hold anything back — he is a Read More…
Memorial Day and the unofficial start of summer is just over two weeks away — is your wardrobe ready? For those of us traveling this summer there is always the dilemma of packing light but having everything you need to look good. At the heart of any good fashion debate: “what bag should I take?” For me, it needs to be lightweight for perusing the spice markets of Istanbul, chic enough for lunch with friends Read More…
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS — SOURCE CODE – THE CONSPIRATOR If you can hold your eyes open tonight (I know you’re tired from getting up before daybreak to catch the royal wedding) you should take yourself out to the movies. Depending on your mood, all three of these films are good for a Friday night when you may be a little tired from a hard week of work…or a busy week of royal watching. Water for Elephants is Read More…
I have a big crush on three fictional characters — Mr. Darcy from Pride and Prejudice, Batman, and Mr. Rochester from Jane Eyre. All three men are smart, mysterious, slightly tortured, and they are all ‘man enough’ to handle a strong woman. I love the story of Jane Eyre in all its Gothic glory — the repressed emotions, pent-up sexual desire, grand manor homes, and lonely moors equal Romance with a capital R. Director Cary Fukunaga Read More…
The last time “The Blondes” were in New York we went to Nobu 57 with our handsome dates and a few other friends. Nobu 57 is a big lively restaurant with a fun atmosphere — it’s a great place to dine with a fun foursome or more. The food is delicious and the people watching is pretty yummy too. On my last visit we were seated at a table between Alec Baldwin and company, and Read More…
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