Ponyo Trailer July 8, 2009

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I absolutely love the Studio Ghibli movies, Howl’s Moving Castle being a personal fave, so you can imagine my excitement at the release of Ponyo later this summer.

It’s also nice to see Studio Ghibli teaming up with Walt Disney to give this movie maximum exposure, reaching audiences that perhaps these Japanes movies never have done before.

But don’t worry about subtitles as stars like Cate Blanchett and Liam Neeson have come on board to voice the characters.

So take a look a the new trailer for Ponyo:

Michael Jackson Tribute Ruined By BBC Commentators July 8, 2009

Posted by Ruth in : Music, Ruth's Ramblings , 72comments

Last night I spent the evening watching the Michael Jackson tribute on BBC2, and I have to admit, I spent the two hours going through a whole box of tissues as I found the whole thing so moving, but what was up with the BBC commentary?

The reason I am writing this blog is because I want to know if anyone watched the commentary on BBC2? For me, some of the comments made by Trevor Nelson and Paul Gambaccini were just disrespectful and completely uncalled for when millions of people were watching this tribute to their hero.

We do not need remarks such as “bet Simon Cowell will be happy” with regards to the Shaheen Jafargholi performing Who’s Loving You? or “I thought she was to go on for ever and ever” after one of the speeches. Fair enough if they were commentating on a  light-hearted event such as Eurovision or something, but this was a memorial, would it hurt to retain a little bit of professionalism.

The BBC are supposed to be a credible news source, but they way these commentators behaved last night was appalling, even I – who isn’t a huge Jackson fan, but appreciates his music and mourns the loss just like millions of others – became angry at their scathing remarks as the night went on.

When Usher walked over and touched the gold casket they couldn’t help but jibe; “I wondered how long it would be until someone came down and touched it.” and then, the final nail in the coffin, if you excuse the pun, had to be after Paris’ emotional speech, when they bantered; “Oh I’ve never heard her before” …. “yeah its her public début”

So, as the world bid a final, and very emotional farewell to a musical genius, the BBC showed their view on the King Of Pop as they made snide comments at every opportunity. It’s a shame that what should have been a celebration of his life, just turned into a sham at the hands of the British taxpayers money.

But please, tell me, am I being over dramatic or do you agree with me?

Ruth.x

Ruth’s Wednesday Gossip July 8, 2009

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Lady Gaga might be one of the most successful new singers on the pop scene at the moment, but with success always comes jealousy, and it’s now the turn of Kelly Osbourne to have a go at Gaga.

Oasis are never far from a brawl are they, and as they have been behaving themselves recently, it’s unsurprising that Noel Gallagher has got his claws out again – this time attacking Bono and Chris Martin.

It’s been a while since I’ve done a fun blog, so I thought it was about time to crack a smile, and as I’m feeling a bit gross and grumpy today, I’ve decided to share my list of five men I’d like to marry with you… I’m not a mental stalker… promise.

Britain’s Next Top Model has ensnared many a viewer over the past few weeks, but last night saw Mecia Simone Simson crowned the winner of series five, we caught up with her to find out how it feels to be the new Kate Moss (almost)

Daniel Radcliffe is still trying to shake off his boy wizard image admitting that he would love to play a transvestite. Look Daniel you can play as many weird and wonderful characters as you want, as well as getting your kit off on stage, but you will always be Harry Potter… get over it!

FemaleFirst has decided it’s about time we had some fresh rock star blood to keep us entertained this summer, so rather than waiting for someone else to uncover the rocks, we have trawled through piles of entrants to find five final warriors ready to do battle for the prize of a lifetime… and we want you to be a part of it!

Finally, if you’re a fan of Big Brother you can find all the gossip from the housemates locked inside Big Brother 10 on FemaleFirst – and trust me, we tell you how it really is.

Ruth xx

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