Wednesday, November 23, 2005
That Sinking Feeling
No classes today thanks to a Japanese holiday so I went out with Mako instead. I hate to say it, but I have a strange feeling about everything lately.
As per Mr. Mystic's request, here's a shot of some vending machines near the dorm. Take note that the machine on the left sells cold beer and warm sake while the right sells cigarettes at incredibly low prices. You're supposed to be 20 years old to buy these products so the machines turn themselves off after 11 PM. The theory is, kids would be too embarrassed to use the machines during the rest of the day when someone might see them.
Mako and I met in Umeda and went out to the movies to see The Brothers Grimm. I have to say I was very disappointed by the film. While I don't always enjoy Terry Gilliam's films, they always have an appealing look and style that can be engrossing none the less. This movie, however, had nothing like that at all. There were far too many computer effects! This is the same guy who used to animate paper cut-outs on Monty Python's Flying Circus and all of his previous films were known for their elaborate yet "real" (as opposed to CGI) visuals. I don't think Mako cared much for it either but she does have a thing for Matt Damon so I think she was sufficiently entertained.
After the movie we tried to meet Scott but the plans shifted a few times: we were going to meet before dinner, then we were going to meet for dinner but ultimately we ended up eating together first and then having a coffee with Scott. Likewise, Mako and I had planned on trying an Okinawan restaurant but it was closed for the holiday. Instead we had some surprisingly good Mexican food at the same restaurant I had eaten in two months ago. As a matter of fact, it was the day before I met Mako for the first time! I told her this much to her amusement (I think).
Why the foreboding title tonight? I guess I'm aware of a growing feeling that my happiness cannot last and that some great interruption is imminent. Mako's going on a week-long trip to L.A. and Hawaii so this was our last date for a little while. She seemed a little distant today as well but I can't be sure if that really means anything. After all, we continued to discuss our potential plans for January and she's obviously looking forward to it very much. On the other hand, this could all just be my anxiety about the end of the semester boiling over into my personal life. I've got three tests between Friday and Monday, two papers to write very soon and classes end next Friday which means Finals are just around the corner.
There's also the fact that tomorrow is Thanksgiving and so far as I can remember this will be the first time in my entire life I'll be "alone" on that day. I have an idea on how you, my loyal friends and readers, could help me out with that if you'd be so kind. I'm still happy, for the record, but I could use some cheering up. I'll explain in my next post. In the meantime, I've got to get some sleep.
As per Mr. Mystic's request, here's a shot of some vending machines near the dorm. Take note that the machine on the left sells cold beer and warm sake while the right sells cigarettes at incredibly low prices. You're supposed to be 20 years old to buy these products so the machines turn themselves off after 11 PM. The theory is, kids would be too embarrassed to use the machines during the rest of the day when someone might see them.
Mako and I met in Umeda and went out to the movies to see The Brothers Grimm. I have to say I was very disappointed by the film. While I don't always enjoy Terry Gilliam's films, they always have an appealing look and style that can be engrossing none the less. This movie, however, had nothing like that at all. There were far too many computer effects! This is the same guy who used to animate paper cut-outs on Monty Python's Flying Circus and all of his previous films were known for their elaborate yet "real" (as opposed to CGI) visuals. I don't think Mako cared much for it either but she does have a thing for Matt Damon so I think she was sufficiently entertained.
After the movie we tried to meet Scott but the plans shifted a few times: we were going to meet before dinner, then we were going to meet for dinner but ultimately we ended up eating together first and then having a coffee with Scott. Likewise, Mako and I had planned on trying an Okinawan restaurant but it was closed for the holiday. Instead we had some surprisingly good Mexican food at the same restaurant I had eaten in two months ago. As a matter of fact, it was the day before I met Mako for the first time! I told her this much to her amusement (I think).
Why the foreboding title tonight? I guess I'm aware of a growing feeling that my happiness cannot last and that some great interruption is imminent. Mako's going on a week-long trip to L.A. and Hawaii so this was our last date for a little while. She seemed a little distant today as well but I can't be sure if that really means anything. After all, we continued to discuss our potential plans for January and she's obviously looking forward to it very much. On the other hand, this could all just be my anxiety about the end of the semester boiling over into my personal life. I've got three tests between Friday and Monday, two papers to write very soon and classes end next Friday which means Finals are just around the corner.
There's also the fact that tomorrow is Thanksgiving and so far as I can remember this will be the first time in my entire life I'll be "alone" on that day. I have an idea on how you, my loyal friends and readers, could help me out with that if you'd be so kind. I'm still happy, for the record, but I could use some cheering up. I'll explain in my next post. In the meantime, I've got to get some sleep.
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Yeah, about the smoking and drinking thing, I don't know if youths in japan are different from youths in america (maybe you can have a post dedicated to that) but the people I know would jump at the chance to get cigs and nectar of the gods, due to the fact that if they are buying them, they CRAVE cigs. If I wanted to, I could start a "buisness" of selling cigs, because where I am, it is legal to "have" cigs, but not to "buy" them. Thus, cigs are in high demand, and I have not gone one day without hereing someone say, "hey _, can I bum a cig?" They also will get VERY angry if they don't get their "hit"
# posted by 
: 24 November, 2005 02:51
: 24 November, 2005 02:51
Hey Danny boy. Don't think negative thoughts. Live in the moment with Mako if you're having fun enjoy it. What will be will be.
Oh, Yes and above all be honest with her about your feelings, You will get to where you're going in the relationship quicker that way.
Oh, Yes and above all be honest with her about your feelings, You will get to where you're going in the relationship quicker that way.
Yo Dan whaddup? This be Steven Dorf. A big fan of your site, I regularly read it for acting inspiration, and for of course... the love life-ooou la la.
Your writing about films made me want to share a little about my own career and the little known secret of how my name change came to be.
We all know about the many great fims I've done over the years that truly show my diversity as an actor; Blade, SFW, City of Industry, Steel...
And then there's the centerpice of my career; Explorers!
Working with the late great River Phoenix was an amazing experience. He was full of great ideas, and in fact, he suggested my acting name be Steven Dorf!
Well, it was a smart move to change it as Jason Pressman wasn't doing me any favors. After that, my career took off and the rest is history. Thanks R.
The most important thing in life is settling debts. For example, if you owe a friend a beer because you bet I wasn't in Explorers, then give 'em a tall frothy one. Make it a Kirin Ichiban Shibori, my favorite in Jp.
Peace bro.
Your writing about films made me want to share a little about my own career and the little known secret of how my name change came to be.
We all know about the many great fims I've done over the years that truly show my diversity as an actor; Blade, SFW, City of Industry, Steel...
And then there's the centerpice of my career; Explorers!
Working with the late great River Phoenix was an amazing experience. He was full of great ideas, and in fact, he suggested my acting name be Steven Dorf!
Well, it was a smart move to change it as Jason Pressman wasn't doing me any favors. After that, my career took off and the rest is history. Thanks R.
The most important thing in life is settling debts. For example, if you owe a friend a beer because you bet I wasn't in Explorers, then give 'em a tall frothy one. Make it a Kirin Ichiban Shibori, my favorite in Jp.
Peace bro.
# posted by : 24 November, 2005 11:34
: 24 November, 2005 11:34
samster: Your sound like a young Henry Hill from the beginning of Goodfellas. You don't want to go down that road. However, if you do, please cut in me in the action.
Mystic: I'm doing my best, really, but it's not easy. It was my pleasure to take those pictures!
Anon: "Steven Dorf?" "Jason Pressman?" Never heard of either of you. Perhaps you were thinking of Stephen Dorff or Jason Presson (who are two totally different people, by the way)?
コメントがあります？ Type something, please. It's less work for me.Mystic: I'm doing my best, really, but it's not easy. It was my pleasure to take those pictures!
Anon: "Steven Dorf?" "Jason Pressman?" Never heard of either of you. Perhaps you were thinking of Stephen Dorff or Jason Presson (who are two totally different people, by the way)?
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