Tahun Dua Ribu Sembilan
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BenNike
Happy New Year ^___^
2008 + 1 = 2009 !!
-Ben
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
-Ben
Angels & Demons
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BenNike
Oh well screw it. Best to leave it public.
My post seems to go haywire whenever I set the setting into private. ~.~
=)
-BeN
Monday, December 29, 2008
Dark Floors [2008]
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BenNike
After eating for almost 2 hours in a steamboat restaurant, we head off to watch a horror movie in Sunway Pyramid.
Dark floors hmm..
It's really amusing hearing majority of people and movie reviews deducing that this movie is really scary. I dare say, it's practically not. The entire film takes around 90 minutes and so to say, only the first 25 minutes kept me intoxicated with the show. As the poster above look as good as it seems, a movie having retarded ghost looking like Shakespeare and ambiguous ending will never captivate me enough to continue watching this movie at all or to even leave me with a moderate impression after leaving the cinema.
Going in to it, I had no idea what to expect. Was it going to be serious ? a sophisticated movie full with complexity and conundrum intertwined together with parallel world ? ridiculous ? or funny ? Well.. maybe everything except the word : Scary.
The show revolved around a soon-isolated hospital with sudden silence whereby a drop of a pin is enough to echo the entire area. With the characters advancing deeper and deeper into the creepy and eerie hospital, various version of "ghost" or "monster" soon randomly appear out of nowhere. Enough to frighten you, maybe.. but just 1 second. Period.
Besides, I found it aggravating that I just couldn't see the action or what was going on at times. However, the look of the film is great with sinister looking hospital corridors and rooms, terrifying mutilated corpse lurking around the corner. The only major fallback of this show is definitely the bloody monster. The monster wasn't even scary or "hair-raising".
Obviously looking at the amount of budget, estimated around 4mil, how can one actually give a proper decent scary movie. Moreover, the ending was a copout. Basically a young autistic girl named Sarah did most of her part at the end of the movie, battling the final boss monster, and eventually head back to where the first scene was started. Therefore, I have yet to really sink my teeth into any of these kind of movie.
Obviously looking at the amount of budget, estimated around 4mil, how can one actually give a proper decent scary movie. Moreover, the ending was a copout. Basically a young autistic girl named Sarah did most of her part at the end of the movie, battling the final boss monster, and eventually head back to where the first scene was started. Therefore, I have yet to really sink my teeth into any of these kind of movie.
As some might find obvious from the above, one can say that there is a lot of overused "scares" and set-ups from typical Asian horror films, as well as the good Asian tendency to sideline story and unlogical progression for the sake of aesthetically refined "scary" sequences. The film was neither good nor bad in the first half hour, but all this changes when the first member of monster makes her screaming entrance. Looking as ridiculous and stupid in their monster-like constumes really kept me a straight face leaving with awe.
They do not look scarier on screen than on stage ! One of them looks like a super-sized monster with a studded leather-jacket coming from an online game. Ya allah, to me, it's either ironic genius or prepubescent and juvenile stupidity acted out by grown and matured man.
They just don't push the envelope far enough. Basically the best way of describing it is ludicrous, ridiculous, moronic, meaningless and a waste of precious time. Musics played in the movie were exceptionally cliched, predictable and totally mainstream. Plastered in heavy cliches and predictable plot-twists, absence of mood senses, providing the least scary monsters ever to grace the silver screen really earn a 1/5 stars from me.
The end.
-Ben Lim Beng Han
29-12-2008
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Joy and Laughter ~
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BenNike
Clocks are ticking away - second by second...
Before you know it, its already approximately 13 more days towards the 1st day of my College Orientation. In addition to that, the fact that high school has already ended has stay continuously as the incontrovertible truth. Likewise, one can never deny that high school is yet to finish. So after enjoying my wonderful holiday, I do ponder about how everyone is feeling towards the start of college life.
As for me, being ambivalent whether or not I am genuinely exhilarated or just plainly indifferent towards this beginning of the new phase of life, I do wonder just what am I thinking lately. Skipping that, I am thankful to know that at least 2 of my schoolmates are coming along with me to study the same course. That is, MUFY, which simply stands for Monash University Foundation Year.
College, a term most often used today to denote an educational institution, I am hoping that this incoming college life would not lead me into an arduous and strenuous life. Besides that, I fervently believe I am able to cope with the demands made by lecturers together with assignments given. After reading just a quarter of a book written by Adam Khoo, he has already built an insight in me on how to sustain a consistent management of workload together with motivational thoughts to enable me to undertake any kinds of impediment laying ahead.
Having said that, it usually mean that I must not give up even I were to encounter an insurmountable barrier or any unbreakable obstacle between me and the goal I am planning to achieve.
[ "Must" but never "should" nor "wish" ] - Adam Khoo
Hence, I contemplate not to procrastinate and I must remain resolute in regards of these new resolutions that I have made for next year. I must stand firm and not let any of my negative judgement manipulate me. =)
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~Santa Claus is coming.. to Town !!~
Today is 25th Dec, so, Merry Christmas to everyone who are celebrating it !! A new year brings new joy and new luck. May everyone stay ecstatic and jubilant throughout the time, and never let sorrow or unhappiness overwhelm you. All the best for next year and the following years to come. Don't forget to make new friends as well. And of course, never -never forget your old friends. ^__^
All in all, Happy Early New Year to everyone and Happy Holidays for those are who taking March or June intake next year. Good Luck to the 1st batch Ns-ian and hope you guys and girls will enjoy it thoroughly.
-BenLim
Before you know it, its already approximately 13 more days towards the 1st day of my College Orientation. In addition to that, the fact that high school has already ended has stay continuously as the incontrovertible truth. Likewise, one can never deny that high school is yet to finish. So after enjoying my wonderful holiday, I do ponder about how everyone is feeling towards the start of college life.
As for me, being ambivalent whether or not I am genuinely exhilarated or just plainly indifferent towards this beginning of the new phase of life, I do wonder just what am I thinking lately. Skipping that, I am thankful to know that at least 2 of my schoolmates are coming along with me to study the same course. That is, MUFY, which simply stands for Monash University Foundation Year.
College, a term most often used today to denote an educational institution, I am hoping that this incoming college life would not lead me into an arduous and strenuous life. Besides that, I fervently believe I am able to cope with the demands made by lecturers together with assignments given. After reading just a quarter of a book written by Adam Khoo, he has already built an insight in me on how to sustain a consistent management of workload together with motivational thoughts to enable me to undertake any kinds of impediment laying ahead.
Having said that, it usually mean that I must not give up even I were to encounter an insurmountable barrier or any unbreakable obstacle between me and the goal I am planning to achieve.
[ "Must" but never "should" nor "wish" ] - Adam Khoo
Hence, I contemplate not to procrastinate and I must remain resolute in regards of these new resolutions that I have made for next year. I must stand firm and not let any of my negative judgement manipulate me. =)
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~Santa Claus is coming.. to Town !!~
All in all, Happy Early New Year to everyone and Happy Holidays for those are who taking March or June intake next year. Good Luck to the 1st batch Ns-ian and hope you guys and girls will enjoy it thoroughly.
-BenLim
Thursday, December 25, 2008
20-12-08
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BenNike
Ok ok. I will update when I'm free.. =.=
Saturday - 12 p.m..
Global beauties it is !
With a range of 40 to 45 international beauty queens from countries all around the world participating in this glamorous christmas events organized by Energizer. (Presumably, since they talk a lot about energizer that time)
Token of Appreciation award
Together with an endearing mascot of Energizer
Damm i should have taken with them. ~.~
And we can see Miss Korea greeting a kid (not visible though)
Lastly, a group pictures with the Orphans ? Sorry if I'm wrong.
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Comic Fiesta 2008
Jui Hong with two lovely Chobits cosplayers
FF 7 : Kadaj together with Me and Ungku
Roxas ! from Kingdom Hearts II
Vampire Knights =D
Atmosphere outside the convention hall.
Lots of anime goodies and merchandise for purchase.
Here we can see a meticulously aligned anime figurines for display.
Characters from To Love Ru.
And,
Anbu from Naruto.
FF 10 Characters
Sadly, I forgotten to take a picture with "Kon" from Bleach.
For once, I don't know what anime is this.
Same situation with above.
Same situation with above.
I guess everyone knows who this is.
Air Gear : Featuring Ikki, Buccha and Agito
Matrix ?
Some drama play going on.
And lastly ! An old picture found from my old archive
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Guoyi + Ian ! ^__^
-BenN
Sunday, December 21, 2008
!@#*&!#@(*&(!@#!@
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BenNike
**** LA I accidentally deleted my documents T_T **** **** ****
sigh..
"As you lie back your muscles tighten. You put him off for a while searching for an excuse, but he refuses to be swayed as he approaches you.
He asks if you're afraid and you shake your head bravely. He had more experience as it seems, but it's the first time his finger has found the right place.
He probes deeply and you shiver; your body tenses; but he's gentle like he promised he'd be.
He looks deeply within your eyes and tells you to trust him-he's done this many times before.
His cool smile relaxes you and you open wider to give him more room for an easy and less painful entrance. You begin to plead and beg him to hurry, but he slowly takes his time, wanting to cause you as little pain as possible yet giving enough satisfaction..
As he presses closer, going deeper, you feel the tissue give way; pain surges throughout your body and you feel the slight trickle of blood as he continues. He looks at you concerned and asks you if it's too excruciating..
Your eyes are filled with tears but you shake your head and nod for him to go on. He begins going in and out with skill but you are now too numb to feel him within you. After a few moments, you feel something bursting within you and he pulls it out of you, you lay panting, glad to have it over. He looks at you and smiling warmly, tells you, with a chuckle; that you have been his most stubborn yet most rewarding experience.
You smile and thank him.
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After all, it was your first time to have a tooth pulled.. by a dentist ! "
Naughty, Naughty!
Excuse me, What were you thinkin'?
- Taken from some website.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
It Ends Tonights
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BenNike
With every seconds passing through as fast as the speed of light..
Days went by quickly and swiftly..
And to summarise briefly the activities we have done :
a) "Banana Boat"
Forgotten to take picture of us
b) Kayak-ing
Same case with above
c) Enjoyment at the beach
d) Spotting out pretty girls
e) Cable Cars - Bridge Crossover, Sight-seeing
f) Hardcore Pillow Fight
g) Drinking / Gambling
h) Swimming Pool
i) Sneak into breakfast buffet in the morning
j) Duty-Free Shops
k) Langkawi Craft Complex
l) Black Sand Beach
m) Seafood- I can't remember what else we did o.o
Oh well. =D
Vandalizing the floor
-BenN
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Westlife - " And I wanna come back home ~ "
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BenNike
- Langkawi Island - Aseania Resort -
Today, the seventh generation of Langkawi’s inhabitants has long come and gone, but people here still believe that the prosperity and blessings the islands enjoy today. Reaching Langkawi through bus and high speed ferry, we arrived at Kuah Town approximately 2pm. Despite being in an archipelago of numerous islands in the Andaman Sea, Langkawi Island, it is undeniable for me to miss home. Being off the coast of Kedah, where a cluster of 99 islands with the best of many worlds; gorgeous beaches, world-class infrastructure, highly discounted duty-free shopping complex, fascinating legends and lastly, economical transport is where I stay for holidays.
With the vast availabilities of rental vehicles in Langkawi, there is no discomfort in travelling around. Not forgetting, having friends that are mature enough to drive, anxiety to travel around expensively is long gone in that domain.
Langkawi, typically geared towards tourism, as we get to experience the beautiful countryside and the peaceful landscape of paddy fields accompanied by a herd of cows throughout the journey travelling in a van. Some of Langkawi’s most rustic and memorable views are along the road that circles the island.A chilly and cool feeling it would be, as winds travel in high velocity colliding with our faces as soon we open the window. Small villages with wooden houses framed by palm trees, and foreigners pedalling their mountain bike for some time of relaxation never failed to be spotted.
Furthermore, with early reservation for a suite room in Aseania Resort, how can one remember home ? With such capacious and voluminous space, even pillow fight is enough to be initiated. A queen sized bed and 2 single beds, inter-connected with one another through an opening of a door, with 2 spacious bathroom as well, this will just undermine the homesickness that one has.
Main Room
Passing through the door - 2nd Room
Reaching the dawn of the day, with such fortunate luck as we encountered a 1-day event carnival hosted to provide us with cheap and reasonable foods at the same time, enabling us to indulge in home-made local food only available there. ABC-kacang for only RM2, nasi-beriani for only RM 3, white rice coated with curries and goat meat and so forth.
1 Day Carnival Event
Once everyone has satisfied their hunger, we then head to duty-free shops to purchase some souvenirs and chocolates.
Heineken for only RM2.70, Tiger-Beers for only RM 3, Vodkas for only RM 45, not to mention chocolates almost half price of what is sold in Kuala Lumpur. How can one resist such extremely powerful temptation ?!
Heineken - RM 2.70 (vague image)
After browsing through and acquire what we wanted, we headed back to the hotel for a round of gambling and drinking, assisted with music of all kind of genre turned on loud. The night ends with a blast and exhaustion just wore us out immediately as soon as we lie flat on a snug and comfortable bed.
To be continued …
-BenN
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
