Catherine Hardwicke Fired; Who will they hire?

So there has been a lot of stuff going on in the Twilight Zone. It was announced on Sunday that Catherine will not be coming back to direct "New Moon". Here is the quote from the Summit press release:
"Catherine and Summit have agreed to part ways on the sequel because our visions are different.Summit’s targeted end of 2009 or early 2010 release of the film, New Moon, does not work with Ms. Hardwicke’s required prep time to bring her vision of the film to the big screen." So basically Catherine can't get it done in the amount of time they are asking her to. I have to admit that I think this could be a good thing, although I like Catherine and think that she has a lot of infectious energy which is great when working with a young cast. I just don't like some of the arty angles and use of music in "Twilight." I think the movie could have been better and a lot of the problems were rooted in her direction. On the other hand, I think it is amazing and admirable that she had the best opening weekend ever for a female director. I've always enjoyed the fact that this is such a female driven movie-the writer, screenwriter, director and main character are all female, and I like that. This movie also proved that women can make noise at the box office, if people hadn't figured that out already with "Sex and the City".
But I do not think that "Girl Power" is reason enough to keep her as the director. There have been several directors for the Harry Potter films, some better than others. I am excited to see how a new director might change the texture and feeling to the movie.This great article by the LA Times discusses the benefits and drawbacks of a new director.
There is also much talk surrounding the rumor that they may start filming "Eclipse" right after finishing "New Moon".I really hope that they do, because then we know that it will actually get done (and this might bode well for my trip to the Pacific Northwest coinciding with filming). On the other hand, if the director chosen for "New Moon" sucks, then we will have to suffer through "Eclipse" with them as the director as well.
I wonder who the director will be? The main thing that I worry about with a new director is losing someone who really cares about the material. Catherine definitely cared about bringing it to the big screen and making the fans happy. I also hope that they won't screw things up just to get it out fast enough--it does seem like this whole production could be kind of rushed now that they know what a cash cow the "Twilight" movies can be. I hope that they aren't blinded by the dollar signs in their eyes. I hope the new director is someone who is not only talented, but cares about Twilight and not just about it's ability to make money. And I mean, it's not like we need Spielberg or Soderbergh, but it would be nice to have someone who knows what they're doing.
The most important thing:

The Primary Cast will stay the same. This makes me happy.

And I'm so excited to find out who they cast as the Volturi!!!! In my opinion, these two are excellent candidates for Volturi Wives:

What do you think? Who should be the next director and who should be the Volturi?
Have a great day!

Love,
Elle Bunny

My Favorite Things Monday: Music

Okay, lately I have been playing the same songs over and over again, kind of like a broken record. I think it is starting to drive Mr. Bunny nuts. But I really do love these songs:
"Last Christmas" by Jimmy Eat World.

My favorite cover of this song, which is definitely in my top 5 list of favorite Christmas songs. So good. This song, particularly the original Wham version, has always brought to mind cartwheeling elves for me. I'm not sure why, but it does, and it makes me smile.

I also thoroughly enjoy this YouTube fan-made video because it features a Gingerbread Man and a bottle of Jack Daniels. That sounds like Christmas to me!
"Our Song" by Taylor Swift.

I have a love/hate relationship with this song. Right now I'm in love with it, despite the fact that it sometimes annoys the shit out of me. It's very sweet and I like to sing it really loud and off-key whilst speeding down the road.

The video is really cute, too.

"Strawberry Swing" by Coldplay.

This song is my obsession. This is the one that I keep playing over and over and over. It makes me think of childhood and brings very vivid visions to mind, none of which actually have to do with what he is singing about. In fact, I hesitated before looking up the lyrics to this one because I didn't want it to ruin the song for me--it didn't. It is still sweet and endearing. The music is just so beautiful. When I'm alone in my car, I will rewind certain parts of the song over and over because I think that's the best part, then I move forward and decide that is the best. I love Coldplay. There music makes my soul happy.

This is a video of them playing it live at Brixton Academy. It's awesome.
Have a great Monday everyone!
And remember to check out all the awesome music!
Love,
Elle Bunny

Britney Spears is Friday's Fun Fearless Female!

Okay, we all know that Britney has been through a lot . But I'm so proud of her. Look at her on the cover of Rolling Stone: Mr. Bunny saw this and said "Is that an old picture of Britney?" I assured him that it was not and that Britney has been working hard to get it together. Here is the video for her new video Circus off her new album of the same name.

Britney's Back. I mean, she doesn't sing well, and when she performs live, she is just lip-synching, and usually doing a pretty bad job. But she looks pretty, right?

And Lord knows she can entertain!
Here are some videos from her "For the Record" documentary that aired on MTV.

Oh, Brit Brit. I'm glad you use art as therapy!

Brit Brit, I'm sure I would think that was funny if I knew your Dad. Good Job!

Way to analyze Britney. You're figuring things out.

Truth is, although I make fun of her sometimes, I root for Britney. I think we all do. She is just so loveable. And it looks like Britney's album will debut big at #1!Congrats Britney-you've made your comeback, and we are all so proud of you! Keep up the good work!

Let's here it for Britney Spears, Friday's Fun Fearless Female! We should all have some cheetos and fried chicken to celebrate her success.
Have a great weekend!

Love,

Elle Bunny

Where's Rob?

Back home in jolly old England. I wish I was there right now. London's Calling. Here are some pics of Bert and KStew at the Premiere in London. Hey guys? Y'all would make pretty babies. Just saying.

And kudos go to Mama Pattz who, by all appearances, finally got her son to wash his hair. It looks good! But I must admit, I miss the scruff.
He makes such a hot hobo pushing his little cart.
Here is a preview for Little Ashes, the movie in which Rob plays Salvador Dali.

I can't wait. He reminds me a little bit of Antonio Banderas in these clips.
Here is video of Rob on GMTV, a morning show in London which he appeared on this morning.

It's fun to see him amongst his people, although he seems a little disappointed that people are screaming over him in England as well. Pobrecito! Maybe it will get better soon.
In other Twilight related news, Kristen will be playing Joan Jett in a new movie about The Runaways. Apparently she is JJ-approved since Joan is one of the producers on the movie. I think she could be kind of awesome in that role--lord knows she has the face to play a badass lady. Too funny!

Everyone have a great day!

Love,

Elle Bunny

I just don't get it!

Some things I don't understand:
1) Gladiator Sandals being seen as "en vogue".

2) The never-ending popularity of Paris Hilton.
3) Chess

4) That thing where you use your knuckles while making a fist to figure out how many days are in every month.

5) Ween
6) Lord of the Rings 7) Star Trek (my husband is dying after reading the last three)

8) Sandals with socks
9) People who don't like music
10) Why people raise their kids with inflated egos, just to have them grow up and realize that the world does not revolve around them and they really aren't THAT special. I am so tired of woman bragging to me about how their child or their grandchild got all A's and how they are "gifted and talented". Which they may very well be, but I don't understand why they can't just keep it to themselves and take their kids out for Jell-O at Luby's as a reward, like my parents did with me and my sister.

11) Twinkies 12) Why people always feel the need to start a call with "I'm calling in regards to" or "I don't know if I'm calling the right number." Newsflash: I can't tell you until you tell me what you need. And I know what you are calling about: cancer. It is what everybody calls me about. Just get to the point (I know I'm being cranky, forgive me, I'm sleepy).
13) The overuse of the non-existent word irregardless.

14) White-water rafting.
15) The white-water scandal.

16) Toe rings. 17) The music of Randy Newman.

18) People who instantly give you nicknames without a relationship or your permission.

19) Having fish as pets. I've tried it and it just doesn't work.

20) Lil John.

21) Heidi and Spencer-GO AWAY!
22) Spam

23) People who insist on doing very cliche things in attempt to rebel and "be themselves". It is really not that cool and rebellious to get a tattoo anymore. We are all going to be sitting in the nursing home with tattoos and nose rings. Just a thought.

24) When people say "Like I said" before starting into a story that they have never told you before. When people say "Like I said" before everything, it makes me want to hit them over the head with a frying pan.

25) Leggings in the 21st century. Leave them behind in the 80's, please! And for the love of God, please don't bring back the stirrup pant!

Do y'all have some things you just don't get? I'm sure some people don't get my obsession with all things Twilight and Beverly Hills, 90210. And that's okay. To each their own I guess. Sorry for the rant, but feel free to share some things that you just don't understand in the comments!

Love,

Elle Bunny

Robyn

I used to love Robyn back in the day. Her CD was one of the first things I bought when I got a CD Player. I enjoyed her video for "Show Me Love."

Doesn't that bring you back? And let's face it, she's the best export from Sweden-other than Abba, Ace of Base, Swiss Chocolate, and my personal favorite, Swedish Fish.

Anyway, I guess I'm late to the party on this one, but I adore her song

"With Every Heartbeat". It's nice to see someone I adored growing up doing well and being inventive.

Loves it!

I also thoroughly enjoy her video for "Bum Like You" which was filmed in little old Granger, Texas.

Isn't that awesome?! Her music makes me want to dance, and I'm not just talking about Two-Stepping. I want to full out jump up and down dance. It might be my new dance break music. Do you ever have dance breaks? I think they are the best thing for your soul-screw the chicken soup.

Have a great day and remember to dance!

Love,

Elle Bunny

A Sad Day for Mankind...Sooners rejoice

I don't mean to be a sore loser, but this sucks. Big Time. And the reason that it sucks so bad is that we didn't lose. We won 45-35 against the Sooners. Oh, and BTW, Sooners is just a fancy way of saying land-stealers. Nice thing to use as your school mascot, no? Appropriate for Oklahoma, though. Here is another Longhorn sharing his thoughts via the YouTube.

Thank you! MTE!

Anyway, in other news, I had a wonderful Thanksgiving break. It was too short, as always, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. I love cornbread dressing. Yum.

And I have also decided that from now on, I will be sharing something/s that I enjoy on Mondays. This could be a book, television show, movie, blog, YouTube Channel, or music. Or all of the above. It will be called My Favorite Things Mondays. We'll get things started today.

My Favorite Things:

BooksRight now I am reading Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, which was recommended to me by my friend Laura, and my other friend Bella Swan. You might have heard of her. It is about a girl named Elizabeth Bennett (her family calls her Lizzy) who is headstrong and fun. Her Dad loves her will and wit, while her mom is overly concerned with getting her and the rest of her sisters married off. Steph Meyer always talks about how Edward is partially based on Mr. Darcy, who so far, is kind of an ass in this book. I am thinking he might be the main love interest though. All the other guys are kind of boring. It is awesome, and after I get done reading it, I plan to watch the Kiera Knightly movie which I have also heard is made of awesome.I just started reading another book called An Abundance of Katherines by John Green. It is so funny and very well written. It is about a guy named Colin Singleton who was a child prodigy. He has just graduated from high school and his girlfriend dumped him on the same day. He has dated 19 girls in his lifetime--all of them named Katherine (not Kat or Katy or Catherine; just Katherine); and all of them have dumped him. He goes on a road trip with his friend Hassan. It is so funny, I have found myself laughing out loud several times. If you are interested, pick it up at Barnes and Noble, it's only $3.99 and highly entertaining.

MovieMy husband and I stayed up late on Saturday night and were flipping through the channels and came upon "Candy" a movie starring Heath Ledger and Abbie Cornish. It is a very painful story about heroin addiction. It is a really beautiful and haunting movie. Heath was so talented, it breaks my heart every time I watch one of his movies. What a loss. Abbie was also really good. I will have to rent "Stoploss."

MusicRay LaMontagne's Gossip in the Grain is just so amazing. I just bought the full cd and I adore him. His voice has so much soul. He sounds like he came straight out of the 1970's and he looks like it, too. He's all about the music, and very talented. If you haven't heard him, listen and learn.

Television

The Tyra Banks Show

Because it is ridiculous. Because the moments between Tyra and Rob exceeded my expectations. It was awesomely bad.

Blog

What Claudia Wore is amazing. This girl goes through the BSC books and discusses what Claudia and all the other character's wore. She also sometimes goes off on random fashion tangents. I enjoy every bit of it.

YouTube

Recently, I have been thoroughly enjoying the YouTube stylings of nikmarie64. She does hilarious song parodies about Twilight related goodness. She also plays the part of Rob in the Hot Hobo Love video. She is too funny. Here is one of my favorite Nik videos:

I hope you enjoy at least one of the things I recommended! Maybe they will help to ease our pain as we question why the BCS sucks so bad.

Have a great day!

Love,

Elle Bunny