On October 31, 2006, a documentary film about horror host Vampira - Vampira: The Movie - was released!
Happy Halloween!
Saturday, October 31, 2009
History With Hilary: October 31
And this concludes Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 31, 2006, a documentary film about horror host Vampira - Vampira: The Movie - was released!
Happy Halloween!
On October 31, 2006, a documentary film about horror host Vampira - Vampira: The Movie - was released!
Happy Halloween!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
History with Hilary: October 27
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 27, 1990, the song "Black Cat" by Janet Jackson topped the charts and stayed there for a week.
On October 27, 1990, the song "Black Cat" by Janet Jackson topped the charts and stayed there for a week.
Monday, October 26, 2009
My UCB Improv Class is OVER!!
Oh, man, that was a SUPER-FUN 2 weeks! I met so many awesome people and worked with the wonderfully talented and cool Julie Brister (our teacher)!
I'm both relieved and sad that the experience is over. I'm going to sit on it for a couple weeks before deciding if I want to try to continue with Improv 201! I'm sure that it would benefit ME. Less sure that the CLASS would benefit. ;-)
Anyway! In this video I tell about some of my theater experiences back in school...
I'm both relieved and sad that the experience is over. I'm going to sit on it for a couple weeks before deciding if I want to try to continue with Improv 201! I'm sure that it would benefit ME. Less sure that the CLASS would benefit. ;-)
Anyway! In this video I tell about some of my theater experiences back in school...
History With Hilary: October 26
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
Un Chien Andalou (An Andalusian Dog) was originally released in 1929. It was later shown at the Uppsala International Short Film Festival in Sweden on October 26, 2001.
Un Chien Andalou (An Andalusian Dog) was originally released in 1929. It was later shown at the Uppsala International Short Film Festival in Sweden on October 26, 2001.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Improv Class at UCB - Days 7 & 8!
On Days 7 & 8 of my Improv class we practiced to format for our graduation show!!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
History With Hilary: October 25
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 25, 1912, Minnie Pearl (Sarah Ophelia Colley Cannon) was born!
On October 25, 1912, Minnie Pearl (Sarah Ophelia Colley Cannon) was born!
History With Hilary: October 24
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 24, 1986, the movie Soul Man (starring C. Thomas Howell)was released in the US.
(See my personal story re: this film below photo!)
I saw this movie accidentally.
I was in the 8th grade and a boy at school and I were going to go to see Stand By Me together. Because we were like...13...we couldn't get to the movie on our own. His parents agreed to drop us off at the theater, but to "earn" the ride, we had to make dinner for them.
So we made dinner, went to the movie theater, sat down in our seats and....
AGH!
We had read the wrong time in the paper and one screen was being shared by both Stand By Me and Soul Man.
So we watched Soul Man. Which was...well...godawful.
The image I copied can be seen here:
i6.photobucket.com/albums/y201/ekkostar/Soul_Man_150.jpg
On October 24, 1986, the movie Soul Man (starring C. Thomas Howell)was released in the US.
(See my personal story re: this film below photo!)
I saw this movie accidentally.
I was in the 8th grade and a boy at school and I were going to go to see Stand By Me together. Because we were like...13...we couldn't get to the movie on our own. His parents agreed to drop us off at the theater, but to "earn" the ride, we had to make dinner for them.
So we made dinner, went to the movie theater, sat down in our seats and....
AGH!
We had read the wrong time in the paper and one screen was being shared by both Stand By Me and Soul Man.
So we watched Soul Man. Which was...well...godawful.
The image I copied can be seen here:
i6.photobucket.com/albums/y201/ekkostar/Soul_Man_150.jpg
Saturday, October 24, 2009
UCB Improv Class: Graduation Performance!
Ohmygoodness.
I've finished my improv classes!
But to graduate and move to the next level (if I choose to) I have to perform in a show!
YIKES! And yay!
So, if you want to come and support me and my classmates, please do! Here is the info...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
12 NOON
UCB Theater Los Angeles
5919 Franklin Ave (between Tamarind & North Bronson Ave)
And after, we're heading to a restaurant to celebrate....
You don't have to think I'm funny. You just have to be proud that I did it! :D
I've finished my improv classes!
But to graduate and move to the next level (if I choose to) I have to perform in a show!
YIKES! And yay!
So, if you want to come and support me and my classmates, please do! Here is the info...
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
12 NOON
UCB Theater Los Angeles
5919 Franklin Ave (between Tamarind & North Bronson Ave)
And after, we're heading to a restaurant to celebrate....
You don't have to think I'm funny. You just have to be proud that I did it! :D
History with Hilary: October 23
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 23, 1976, Grey Gardens was shown at the Toronto Film Festival.
"I'm mad about animals, but raccoons and cats become a little bit boring. I mean, for too long a time." - Little Edie Beale
On October 23, 1976, Grey Gardens was shown at the Toronto Film Festival.
"I'm mad about animals, but raccoons and cats become a little bit boring. I mean, for too long a time." - Little Edie Beale
Thursday, October 22, 2009
History with Hilary: October 22
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 22, 1974, "Hotter Than Hell was released by KISS. It was the second album to be released by the band.
On October 22, 1974, "Hotter Than Hell was released by KISS. It was the second album to be released by the band.
Improv Class at UCB - Day 6!
On Day #6 of my Improv class I learned that I'm capable of letting out a blood-curdling scream!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
History with Hilary: October 19
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 19, 2007, Lars and the Real Girl, starring Ryan Gosling, was shown at the Heartland Film Festival.
On October 19, 2007, Lars and the Real Girl, starring Ryan Gosling, was shown at the Heartland Film Festival.
Improv Class at UCB - Day 5!
Today was Day #5 of my improv class! We worked on using monologues as a basis for our scenes... I told me creepy motel story!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
Sunday, October 18, 2009
History With Hilary: October 18
It's Entertainment Month for History With Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 18, 1996, Swingers (starring Jon Favreau, Vince Vaughn, and Ron Livingston) was released in theaters in the US!
On October 18, 1996, Swingers (starring Jon Favreau, Vince Vaughn, and Ron Livingston) was released in theaters in the US!
Saturday, October 17, 2009
History with Hilary: October 17
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 17, 1981, the song "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" by Christopher Cross topped the charts and stayed there for 3 weeks.
Wasn't Dudley Moore the most lovable drunk ever?
On October 17, 1981, the song "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" by Christopher Cross topped the charts and stayed there for 3 weeks.
Wasn't Dudley Moore the most lovable drunk ever?
Friday, October 16, 2009
Improv Class at UCB - Day 4!
Today was Day #4 of my improv class! It was much, much better than yesterday. We're halfway through!!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade! There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance!
History with Hilary: October 16
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 16, 1976, Disco Duck (performed by Rick Dees and His Cast of Idiots) reached #1 in the charts, where it stayed for...one week.
On October 16, 1976, Disco Duck (performed by Rick Dees and His Cast of Idiots) reached #1 in the charts, where it stayed for...one week.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
History with Hilary: October 15
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 15, 1999, Fight Club, starring Edward Norton and Brad Pitt, was released in the US.
On October 15, 1999, Fight Club, starring Edward Norton and Brad Pitt, was released in the US.
Improv Class at UCB - Day 3!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade!
Day #3 was rough. Tomorrow will be better. Yes, yes it will. ;-)
Day #3 was rough. Tomorrow will be better. Yes, yes it will. ;-)
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
History with Hilary: October 14
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 14, 1954, the film White Christmas was released in US theaters.
Coincidentally, on October 14, 1977, Bing Crosby passed away.
On October 14, 1954, the film White Christmas was released in US theaters.
Coincidentally, on October 14, 1977, Bing Crosby passed away.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
History with Hilary: October 13
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 13, 1950, Harvey (starring James Stewart) was released in theaters!
On October 13, 1950, Harvey (starring James Stewart) was released in theaters!
Improv Class at UCB - Day 2!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade!
Here is my update for Day 2! I forgot to mention a fun part of class, though! We went in front of the class in groups of 4 and were given a household appliance and something it could never do in real life from the "audience". We then pretended we were an advertising agency and had to figure out how we would sell the product, who to, where...even write a jingle! My group's product was a hair dryer that, when used, would make you automatically win radio station contests. Funny! Another group's was great - a refrigerator that, when the door was opened, would spit out animals two by two, a la Noah's Ark. :)
Here is my update for Day 2! I forgot to mention a fun part of class, though! We went in front of the class in groups of 4 and were given a household appliance and something it could never do in real life from the "audience". We then pretended we were an advertising agency and had to figure out how we would sell the product, who to, where...even write a jingle! My group's product was a hair dryer that, when used, would make you automatically win radio station contests. Funny! Another group's was great - a refrigerator that, when the door was opened, would spit out animals two by two, a la Noah's Ark. :)
Improv Class at UCB - Day 1!
It's Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement! My mission is to take an improv class - I chose a two-week intensive class at UCB - Upright Citizens Brigade!
There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance! Here is what happened in the first class....
There are 8 classes and then (gulp) a performance! Here is what happened in the first class....
History With Hilary: October 12
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 12, 1978, Nancy Spungen was found stabbed to death on the floor of her hotel room's bathroom.
On October 12, 1978, Nancy Spungen was found stabbed to death on the floor of her hotel room's bathroom.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
History With Hilary: October 11
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 11, 1954, "A Star Is Born", starring Judy Garland, was released in New York, NY.
On October 11, 1954, "A Star Is Born", starring Judy Garland, was released in New York, NY.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
History With Hilary: October 10
Entertainment Month continues with History With Hilary AND The Fiesta Movement!
On October 10, 1917, jazz pianist & composer Thelonious Monk was born!
On October 10, 1917, jazz pianist & composer Thelonious Monk was born!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Video Update! Near accident in Arizona!
I'm fine, just frazzled. But yikes. It was close. And I'm SO CLOSE TO HOME!! Looking forward to being there tomorrow.
History With Hilary: October 7
Entertainment Month continues with History with Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 7, 1980, Private Benjamin (starring Goldie Hawn) premiered in NYC!
On October 7, 1980, Private Benjamin (starring Goldie Hawn) premiered in NYC!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
History With Hilary: October 6
Entertainment Month continues with History with Hilary AND the Fiesta Movement!
On October 6, 1959 "Pillow Talk", starring Doris Day, premiered!
On October 6, 1959 "Pillow Talk", starring Doris Day, premiered!
Monday, October 5, 2009
My Trip So Far!
I've been on the road for three weeks and won't be home until Friday. This is where I have been so far.
I've spent every night in a different place!
I've done all the driving and have created all the content by myself.
And I'm managing to even get some sleep.
:D
I've spent every night in a different place!
I've done all the driving and have created all the content by myself.
And I'm managing to even get some sleep.
:D
St. Joseph, MO - Home of Jesse James!
As I was driving along in my Fiesta, I suddenly saw a billboard telling me to discover St. Joseph. On the billboard was a photo of Jesse James - the one that I based my History With Hilary photo on!
Here they are:
So...naturally I had to stop! I took a $3 tour of his old house, complete with bullet hole! (There is a framed hole on a wall. But the audio recording said that the bullet may have never actually come out of James' head.)
Here are a few photos of the place....
Here they are:
So...naturally I had to stop! I took a $3 tour of his old house, complete with bullet hole! (There is a framed hole on a wall. But the audio recording said that the bullet may have never actually come out of James' head.)
Here are a few photos of the place....
Meeting Princess Lasertron!
Remember my amazing bouquet that I had made for my wedding?!
Today I had the pleasure of meeting the woman responsible for it - Megan Hunt, aka Princess Lasertron!
She is super-fun and ultra-talented! I had a blast hanging out with her and her family.
We got out the Fauxtobooth!
And her mother, Mary Beth, made some home-made pizzas - so delicious!
We've got some plans for tomorrow too...stay tuned!
Today I had the pleasure of meeting the woman responsible for it - Megan Hunt, aka Princess Lasertron!
She is super-fun and ultra-talented! I had a blast hanging out with her and her family.
We got out the Fauxtobooth!
And her mother, Mary Beth, made some home-made pizzas - so delicious!
We've got some plans for tomorrow too...stay tuned!
Video Update! St. Louis, MO to Blair, NE!
Today I drove the Fiesta from St. Louis, MO to Blair, NE!
I stopped a couple times along the way - once to see a Winston Churchill memorial and once to tour the home of Jesse James! I was also temped to go to Mark Twain Lake, but it was a little too far out of the way... Another time!
I stopped a couple times along the way - once to see a Winston Churchill memorial and once to tour the home of Jesse James! I was also temped to go to Mark Twain Lake, but it was a little too far out of the way... Another time!
Sunday, October 4, 2009
The Fiesta Movement
I decided to put all my "official" Fiesta Movement videos so far into one blog post! Check 'em out! It has been such a blast... I don't want it to end!!
This was the video that got me a car!!
Mission 1: Travel Month - Recreate a scene from National Lampoon's Vacation in the Fiesta!
Mission 2: Technology Month - Tech Your Car with LAPTOP Magazine!
Mission 3: Design Month - Heavens to Etsy! It's a hand-made wedding!
Mission 4: Social Activism Month - Help out at a Special Olympics bowling practice!
Mission 5: Adventure Month - Land, Air & Sea: Adrenaline Edition!
This was the video that got me a car!!
Mission 1: Travel Month - Recreate a scene from National Lampoon's Vacation in the Fiesta!
Mission 2: Technology Month - Tech Your Car with LAPTOP Magazine!
Mission 3: Design Month - Heavens to Etsy! It's a hand-made wedding!
Mission 4: Social Activism Month - Help out at a Special Olympics bowling practice!
Mission 5: Adventure Month - Land, Air & Sea: Adrenaline Edition!
Video Update! O Fallon, MO!
Tonight's stop was in Missouri!
All my hosts seem to know what desserts to feed me!
Todd & Sharon Jordan brought me to Fritz's in O Fallon, MO for frozen custard. So incredibly delicious! I had yellow cake batter frozen custard with strawberries... More, please!!
After dessert, we got out the Fauxtobooth! FUN!
Todd also took the opportunity to test drive the Fiesta! He was impressed... Yay!
All my hosts seem to know what desserts to feed me!
Todd & Sharon Jordan brought me to Fritz's in O Fallon, MO for frozen custard. So incredibly delicious! I had yellow cake batter frozen custard with strawberries... More, please!!
After dessert, we got out the Fauxtobooth! FUN!
Todd also took the opportunity to test drive the Fiesta! He was impressed... Yay!
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Ford Video Shoot!
Yesterday I hung out at Ford all day and got to see the fabulous Sam DeLaGarza and Scott Monty!
Also, I took part in the taping of an internal video that will be sent from Corporate Headquarters to the dealerships. It was fun! They would ask me some questions or give me some statements and I'd answer or put things into my own words.
I was very, very nervous, but tried not to show it too much. I was standing in front of the Fiesta for the shoot and there were about a dozen people in production staring back at me. I guess that was the most nerve-wracking part! But all my time alone with the camera has helped. And my experience in grad school (where I finally became able to give a presentation without practically passing out) was also useful!
The shoot was at the Plymouth Coffee Bean in Plymouth, MI. It was a great little place and they made me a delicious drink called the Lady Grey - an Earl Grey Latte! Yum.
Here are some photos from the day...
Also, I took part in the taping of an internal video that will be sent from Corporate Headquarters to the dealerships. It was fun! They would ask me some questions or give me some statements and I'd answer or put things into my own words.
I was very, very nervous, but tried not to show it too much. I was standing in front of the Fiesta for the shoot and there were about a dozen people in production staring back at me. I guess that was the most nerve-wracking part! But all my time alone with the camera has helped. And my experience in grad school (where I finally became able to give a presentation without practically passing out) was also useful!
The shoot was at the Plymouth Coffee Bean in Plymouth, MI. It was a great little place and they made me a delicious drink called the Lady Grey - an Earl Grey Latte! Yum.
Here are some photos from the day...
Friday, October 2, 2009
History With Hilary: October 2
In honor of Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement, I am doing entertainment-related history for History with Hilary!
Groucho Marx was born on October 2, 1890! Happy birthday, Groucho!
Groucho Marx was born on October 2, 1890! Happy birthday, Groucho!
Old Drive-In Movie Theater
Who doesn't love a Drive-In Movie Theater?
This one was somewhere between Mifflinburg, PA and Detroit, MI! :D
It was just sittin' there on the side of the road... I was kinda prepared for someone to get on my case about driving right in and taking photos, but no one did. And there weren't any "No Trespassing" signs or anything like that. So...YAY!
At first I drove right past the drive-in... I discovered this cute little church where I decided to turn around and go back!
This one was somewhere between Mifflinburg, PA and Detroit, MI! :D
It was just sittin' there on the side of the road... I was kinda prepared for someone to get on my case about driving right in and taking photos, but no one did. And there weren't any "No Trespassing" signs or anything like that. So...YAY!
At first I drove right past the drive-in... I discovered this cute little church where I decided to turn around and go back!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
History With Hilary: October 1
October's History With Hilary will be entertainment-themed to go along with Entertainment Month with the Fiesta Movement!
On October 1, 2004, I ♥ Huckabees premiered in the USA.
On October 1, 2004, I ♥ Huckabees premiered in the USA.
Video Update! Mifflinburg, PA!
It's October! And I had a great time with Dagny in Pennsylvania!
So neat being able to use the Fiesta to travel and meet people who I otherwise wouldn't have met. Hooray for the Fiesta Movement!
As a bonus, Dagny introduced me to a new (to me) ice cream treat called a Dusty Miller!
So neat being able to use the Fiesta to travel and meet people who I otherwise wouldn't have met. Hooray for the Fiesta Movement!
As a bonus, Dagny introduced me to a new (to me) ice cream treat called a Dusty Miller!
Video Update! Vermont to Pennsylvania!
After an amazing time with Seth and his family in Vermont, I drove to Mifflinburg, PA to meet a Flickr friend, Dagny, who I'd never met in person before!
Video Update! I love cows!
I got to see all sorts of fun stuff at Seth's family's dairy farm in Vermont!
Here is a little video of some of the cows and calves!
I love cows.
Here is a little video of some of the cows and calves!
I love cows.
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