Need To Forget Your Troubles....Help is on the way Tuesday!!!!

In this increasingly uncertain time we live in....It's nice to know you can count on some things. As if from above, two of this year's best films debut on DVD tomorrow (Tuesday 9/30), and they couldn't come at a better time.



The best film of the year, not called Dark Knight comes a calling, IRON MAN!!!! This is an outstanding film from director John Favreau. With a great story, and an absolute Phoenix rising performance by Robert Downey Jr. as the titular shellhead, this is a great crowd pleasing film. This will look great on your HDTV, and is definately a purchase!



Another great movie, is Forgetting Sarah Marshall. A fantastically funny film from the Judd Apatow comedy juggernaut. It's naughty, insightful, and downright funny.

Two films that will get your mind of the economy, and whatever else ails you.

Jason

First Full Night of the New Season

So last night was the first full night of new programming for the 2008 season. Nice that there is no pending actor or writer's strike to foul up this year. It is almost to a point where it seemed extra special to have some new shows.

First up.....I had to turn of Heroes. I survived the entire 2nd season disaster, but I couldn't get through the 3rd season premiere. It seemed like an extremely dumb downer. I will never be going back....I tried Heroes, couldn't do it.

I watched the CBS comedy line-up. (Tivo is great) I like the Big Bang Theory, it has a goofy charm I like. And any show that references the Guardians of Oa (Green Lantern's bosses), gets props from me. 2 and a Half Men is still the king of sitcoms right now. I always have a good laugh with Charlie and Company. I've tried twice, but How I Met Your Mother always falls flat.

ABC had old reliable Dancing with the Stars, with an interesting cast this time around. Warren Sapp surprised me on how well he did. Boston Legal, as usual, is corny, manipulative, and just plain entertaining.

Bring on CSI: The Original and Survivor. This week I'll still give 90210 a chance, and marvel at how bad Knight Rider is.

Also, watch the always awesome world series of poker on ESPN.

What are you looking forward to this season?

Jason

Need a laugh.......go here!

FAILBLOG.ORG/

Hit the link above for my new favorite site. Most the content is family friendly, it will warn you if its not. It is a collection of photos and videos of things that fail.



It can be a construction fail, spelling fail....etc.

Good fun,

J

This dude's last name should be Jinx

Hey Patriot fans.....you see the guy above. I think it's safe to say you can blame him for your troubles.

Victor Thompson thought it would be a good idea to tattoo Tom Brady's helmet into his skull. American Flag, and flourescent green dot (that indicates the helmet has a mike) and all. Since then, the Patriots lost the Super Bowl and their perfect season, and Tom Brady had his MCL/ACL shredded.

For all the other fans in the NFL, I think we should all thank Victor Thompson....albatross of the New England Patriots.

J

Week's Vacation- One Weak later

Holy Carumba......the saying that you need a vacation from a vacation is quite apt indeed. But, I have something keeping me riveted.



Rock Band 2 is truly a great game. 84 new songs are on the disc. You can rip all the songs from Rock Band 1, and all the downloaded material from the first game applies here as well. Plus 20 free song download later on this year....means for me over 200 songs to choose from! That is crazy to say the least.

During a slow summer, my Xbox is about to get much busier. Thankfully my Xbox broke down earlier this year.....if it broke down now, I'd be a tad bit beside myself. In October, we'll see if Guitar Hero World Tour can one up Rock Band 2. (Doubt it) Saints Row 2, and most importantly.......GEARS OF WAR 2......November 7th. Can't wait for that one.

Now November 7th will be a crazy weekend for me. I get my first crown place in my mouth, GOW2, NFL, and the World Series of Poker live finale on Sunday......CRAZY. (Yes, I may need a girlfriend....but until then...bring on the Dork Candy.)

Have a great weekend,


Jason

Jerry Reed RIP

The Snowman is going east bound and down.......

Jerry Reed died today. I have always liked Jerry Reed. No, not because of his signing. Because of Smokey and the Bandit. If you don't know, Jerry played wingman to Burt Reynolds bootleggin' Bandit in the film. He was great, and it was a great film for a HBO watchin' 8 year old.

Jerry Reed entered my life again 13 years later. For my 21st birthday, me and my folks went to Jackpot Nevada. It was my first foray into gambling. We stayed at Cactus Pete's. The entertainment at the Casino was Jerry Reed. I thought that was great, but I wouldn't be catching the show since Country Music isn't my cup o' tea.

So that night, I found myself at a poker table, and lo and behold Jerry Reed was at the same table. We played about 3 hours.....and I managed to beat him pretty good. But he was a pure gentleman about it. When he was cashing out, I decided to ask him for his autograph. He smiled and obliged. I then made a mistake....I said I loved him in Smokey and the Bandit. I may have well said his fly was open. He must have preferred that I was a fan of his music. But oh well, he gave me the autograph, of which I gave to my Mom that night.

I will always thank Mr. Reed for Smokey....but more over, I'll thank him for being a pure gentleman to me in person.

Rest in Peace Jerry.


Jason