Monthly Archives: May 2013
Flare: Emma Watson
At first glance, one cannot help but to see Hermione Granger. Although that is the very persona in which Emma Watson is attempting to unhook from. Recently turning 23, Watson is no longer the teeny treasure we were introduced to nearly … Continue reading
The Buzz: Leonardo DiCaprio
Historic poet William Makepeace Thackeray once stated that, “Next to excellence is the appreciation of it.” Fresh off a viewing of The Great Gatsby, such a sentiment resonates strongly. Are we truly truly appreciative of, one, Leonardo DiCaprio? Portraying the peculiar … Continue reading
Film: The Great Gatsby
“What’s all this for?” Oozing of wonderment, narrator Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) posed this question to Jordan Baker (Elizabeth Debicki), as he navigated through a lavish Gatsby soiree. It was the first of which Carraway had attended; and this one, … Continue reading
Jeanne Cooper, Dead at 84
Daytime television icon Jeanne Cooper passed away this morning, in Los Angeles, California. Cooper was recently admitted back into the hospital, and had long been battling an undisclosed illness. Best known for her role as Katherine Chancellor on the soap … Continue reading
En Vogue: The NBA’s Runway
With the NBA Playoffs in full swing, we the fans are privy to all-access coverage, extending far beyond the games. Having said that, perhaps the most striking images are the off-court slam dunks and turnovers of today’s NBA style icons. … Continue reading
Sound Session: Music from The Great Gatsby
“At the request of Mr. Gatsby we are going to play for you…” Music from Baz Luhrmann’s Film The Great Gatsby. Many are preordaining the film as “Movie of the Year,” as it prepares to hit theaters this weekend. Executive … Continue reading
The Buzz: Met Gala 2013 Best Dressed
Every twelve months — typically the first Monday of May — the Met Gala assumes global spotlight, as it is the most alluring night of the year. Where the world’s of fashion and Hollywood collide, this event marks the commencement … Continue reading
Case of the Mondays 5.6.13
“What you do today can improve all your tomorrows.” -Ralph Marston Your performance today will set the tone for the rest of your work week. If you put a a project off today, for tomorrow, the cycle will repeat itself. … Continue reading
Sound Session: The 20/20 Experience
For quite some time it had been rumored that Justin Timberlake would release a second album this year. Earlier today, the musician eliminated all the grapevine chatter by confirming — via social media — that the second installment of The 20/20 … Continue reading
Book: Thirteen Reasons Why
Authored by Jay Asher, Thirteen Reasons Why is the riveting tale of Hannah Baker; a high-schooler who commits suicide. In this present society, one only hopes that such an event doesn’t descend on desensitized ears. However, in unparalleled fashion, this … Continue reading