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Say It With Me, “Vin Diesel”

Dexie Wharton — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:37:49 +0000

Vin Diesel and the original cast are back for the 4th installment of The Fast and The Furious movie. Thanks goodness for that because the 2 sequels sucked big time.

Vin Diesel

Let me take this few minutes of opportunity to drool over how handsome Vin Diesel looks with his gray & black combo suit and oh-so-sexy Aviators. HELLO!

The Fast and The Furious 4

Like I said, I’m so glad Vin Diesel and the original gang are back for this 4th movie installment. No offense to whomever were on the other 2 sequels but no matter how much I like Paul Walker, the movies just sucked. I didn’t even subject myself to watch part 3 after a very disappointing part 2. The trailer said it all for me.

FYI, Michelle Rodriguez is one kick-ass chick but I like Jordana Brewster more . I don’t care how cheesy the film plot is. I’m sure this part 4 will be much better than the last 2 movies. It is worth looking at sexy cars and *ahem* Vin Diesel and Jordana Brewster (alright, Paul Walker too).

The Fast and The Furious 4 is out on April 3rd. Watch the official trailer at YouTube.

(Images : Bauer-Griffin)

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Quantom Of Solace Theme Song

Dexie Wharton — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:15:41 +0000

Is anyone looking forward to the new James Bond movie? Seriously, how many times will they have to revamp the saga of movies, or whatever you want to call it. As always, part of the success of any Bond movies is the theme song. This time around, Alicia Keys gets the spot with “Another Way To Die” teaming up with Jack White of The White Stripes and The Raconteurs.

What do you think? Alicia Keys is hot. Who knew she has a little rock ‘n’ roll on her . Whatever she touches turn gold. So does this make Alicia Keys a Bond Girl now too? . Who’s going to watch the movie?

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St. Patrick’s Day Movie Plug : The Boondock Saints

Dexie Wharton — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 17:23:03 +0000

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Pardon my lack of talent when it comes to reviewing a movie. All I could do is suggest it, heh. For St. Patrick’s Day, I suggest The Boondock Saints.

2 Irish Brothers who took it upon themselves to be crusaders to get rid of the Russian Mafia whose been tormenting their beloved Boston Mass. Willem Dafoe plays the FBI Agent who tried to catch the brothers but things turned the other way when he realized their vigilant approach is what’s exactly necessary.

My husband and I like this movie a lot. A little violent but I wouldn’t mind watching it over and over again. Willem Dafoe was beyond brilliant in this movie. But then again, when is he ever not?

For today, watch The Boondock Saints. You’ll probably find yourself adding it in your Favorite’s List afterwards.

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Jason Statham Prefers The No-Tie Look

Dexie Wharton — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:02:07 +0000

Well at least during the screening of his new movie The Bank. Is it just me or is Jason Statham looking a little bit awkward standing right next to co-star Saffron Burrows who happens to be taller than him? Could be her heels. Hehe. Nevertheless, he looked good with this gray pinstriped suit with no tie. It looks kinda rugged but that might just be the way he’s standing.

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Men’s Vogue 50 Most Influential Films On Men’s Style

Dexie Wharton — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 02:15:03 +0000

Movies have always influenced Men and Women’s style through out the years. Whether we like to admit it or not, it’s the truth. Women are getting more attention but if you really think about it, Men’s styles in the movies have a lot to be desired. Mention Casablanca for example. Instantly you’d think of Humphrey Bogart’s charismatic character. James Dean pretty much revolutionized the Jeans and White T-shirt look on Rebel Without A Cause. Who could forget the dashing Mr. Cary Grant? You sure can’t dismiss the major influence of Steve McQueen and Sean Connery in the industry. How can anyone forget the iconic white polyester suit that John Travolta in Saturday Night Fever? 2 words, Reservoir Dogs, uh huh!

As for the most recent ones, just think about the Ocean’s Eleven headlined by George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Matt Damon. Sure they’re pulling another con but goshdarnnit, they’re going to look good doing it. Of course this is because the original Ocean’s Eleven were the best-dressed Men of their own generation. Let’s not forget the Urban style we see on our young ones. The suit-community might not agree with baggy pants, blings, colorful and long shirts but the point is, it has impacted the everyday styles of any Men, young and old in the streets of New York, California, or anywhere else for that matter. From suits, to military-inspired looks, to casual, to California surfer, to Urban looks, Movies have definitely touched the Men’s Styles.

Men’s Vogue selected the 50 Most Influential Films On Men Style and I compiled the list for you.

1. It Happened One Night (1934, Clark Gable)

2. Sullivan’s Travels (1941)

3. Casablanca (1942, Humphrey Bogart)

4. An American In pairs (1951, Gene Kelly)

5. Roman Holiday (1953, Gregory Peck)

6. Rebel Without A Cause (1955, James Dean)

7. To Catch A Thief (1955, Cary Grant)

8. L’Avventura (1960, Gabriele Ferzetti)

9. Plein Soliel (1960, Alain Delon)

10. La Notte (1961, Marcello Mastroianni)

11. Last Year at Marienbad (1961)

12. The Misfits (1961, Clark Gable, Montgomery Clift)

13. Lawrence of Arabia (1962, Peter O’ Toole)

14. Alfie (1966, Michael Caine)

15. Endless Summer (1966)

16. The Graduate (1967, Dustin Hoffman)

17. Bonnie & Clyde (1967)

18. Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner (1967, Sidney Poitier)

19. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

20. The Thomas Crown Affair (1968, Steve McQueen)

21. Easy Rider (1969, Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, and Jack Nicholson)

22. Midnight Cowboy (1969, Jon Voight)

23. On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969, Sean Connery)

24. MASH (1970)

25. Klute (1971, Donald Sutherland)

26. Play Misty for Me (1971, Clint Eastwood)

27. The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie (1972, Jean-Pierre Cassel)

28. Shampoo (1975, Warren Beaty)

29. The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976, David Bowie)

30. Saturday Night Fever (1977, John Travolta)

31. The Deer Hunter (1978, Robert De Niro)

32. Hair (1979)

33. Mad Max (1979, Mel Gibson)

34. American Gigolo (1980, Richard Gere)

35. Chariots of Fire (1981, Ben Cross)

36. Blade Runner (1982, Harrison Ford)

37. Out of Africa (1985, Robert Redford)

38. Full Metal Jacket (1987)

39. Wall Street (1987, Michael Douglas, Charlie Sheen)

40. Bull Durham (1988, Kevin Costner)

41. Reservoir Dogs (1992)

42. Singles (1992, Campbell Scott)

43. Trainspotting (1996, Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle, Jonny Lee Miller)

44. The Matrix (1999, Keanu Reeves)

45. Royal Tenenbaums (2001, Ben Stiller, Ewan Wilson)

46. Dogtown and Z Boys (2002)

47. 2046 (2004, chow Mo Wan)

48. American Gangster (2007, Denzel Washington)

49. I Am Legend (2007, Will Smith)

50. Michael Clayton (2007, George Clooney)

Check out Men’s Vogue for the reasons why each movie made the list. Agree? Disagree? Feel free to add the movies you think has influenced your style.

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