Friday, April 30, 2010
Accidently lodged inside a much larger and more ancient edifice.
Firstly, the Shrine of Nasir ibn Brick, by Sandy Cash. The dome is notable, with an interesting technique, if we understand correctly. The color scheme, however, is more than questionable. What is most impressive, and primarily why it is here blogged, is the inverted-slope double-concave corner technique. This, sirs, is attention to detail. (Hat tip to our dear Matt for pointing this out.)
A close eye has been kept on Tony Sava's current project, the Cathedral of St. Francis. Sava has been in the past known for going big rather than detailed, but he seems to be successfully combining the two here. The front elevation is so nice I almost Chartres myself. He's even detailed the interior, guaranteeing (should he manage to get this to a convention) a weekend full of standing by, opening and closing it, while answering how many bricks it is, and if it is available in stores.
It is questionable that this is indeed in the past, not the present (which we promised to avoid), but either way, Igolando's Dover Train station is a charming delight. The darkblue tower is a bit odd (shouldn't it be red, with a blue roof?), but he shows that you don't have to use the rarest of rare colors to make tweeful treats.
To the future! Futuristic architecture, and works that won't be complete until then. Tayasuune shows us his arctic apocalypse work-in-progress, with a minimal but positively golden tower block (what is this arctic apocalypse thing anyway? At least there won't be zombies.), and Carter treats us to this bit of tragically probably-never-finished industrial-gothic.
Finally, Mario Ander's "Elbphilharmonie leer," his take on Herzog & de Meuron's Elbe Philharmonic. Matt's German skills tell us that "leer" means "empty;" perhaps part of Ander's commentary on the project? The Hall will be Hamburg's tallest (likely superseding an historical landmark, which zoning had previously prioritized. "Akin to the US Capitol in DC, or the Eiffel Tower in Paris" you conjecture, though in both cases this is a myth; according to the zoning codes of each capitol, building height is regulated by street width, not set by any particular monument.) and has more than doubled in construction costs over the last 3 years: sure to generate controversy, unlike this blog.
A penúltima escala da estação.
Weirdness, new toy, League Of Gentleman
My new toy, the iPhone arrived today and I have slowly been getting to grips with it. This blog is from my iPhone!
Spent the evening watching The League Of Gentlemen with Sam, Livvy & Connor. I forget how funny it is.
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Abremar confirma Cruise Day para o dia 02 de junho!
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Volkswagen electric Bik.e crease up, can be charged via AC, DC currents
According to AutoBlog Green, Volkswagen turned out their first form of electric transport at Auto China 2010. VW is set to reveal its first electric automobile in 2013. I guess it’s superior to start somewhere small first, such as with a two-wheeler.
But this eco-friendly black and white creation is not too scruffy. Not only does the Bik.e fold up into a flat disc to be effortlessly stored in the spare tire compartment of your trunk, it can also charge up via an AC outlet or DC current from a car.
As for speed, don’t expect to go as fast or as far as a car or even a usual scooter on the Bik.e. The distinctive distance range on a full charge is 12.5 miles, and the peak speed is 12.5 miles per hour. Not exactly something to use when in hurry, but absolutely a decent option for traveling to work, school or just around the neighborhood.
Given that this has only been spotted at a car show, there aren’t any official details on pricing or release plans around the world now yet, but optimistically this goes commercial soon. Although, then I’m forfeiting the amount of exercise I get from a usual, old bicycle.
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
Happy 51 Labor Days!
51 international Labor Days call 51 sections, May 1 in every year.It is the whole world labor common festival of the people.
As for "51 causes of the section"s are such:
This stanza comes from the worker’s big strike of American Chicago.On May 1 in 1886, Chicago of 20 in order to fight for practicing eight hours to work to make but hold the big strike, many ten thousand workerses pass by hard of bloodshed conflict, acquired the victory finally.
For memorial this time the socialist that the worker’s one who exercise, July 14 in 1889, from all countries Marxist call represents the conference, Parisian solemn and impressive open in France.On the conference, attend meeting to represent the consistent approval:Common festival that May 1 settles for the international proletariat.This resolution gets the international community, the worker responds to actively.
On May 1 in 1890, the working class of Euro-American all countries leads off to go into the street, holding the grand demonstration and holding a meeting, fighting for the legal rights.From now on, every time round this international community labors the people to all want the catcall, parade, to show to celebrate.
At last, wish all my friends Happy 51 Labor Days!
* Original address of this China gift post: China Gift and Fine Arts & Crafts in China
Ford Fiesta a game changer in world of diminutive, nimble rides
For decades, very small cars in the United States have lived modestly at the bottom rung of the automotive social ladder. Cheap, cheerful and decidedly inexpensive, these cars were classically undersized, underpowered and understyled.
But then exposure hit Americans: Gas costs money.
Now, high-mileage subcompacts have become trendy. Other than the sporty Honda Fit, most of the little cars have offered little more than reasonable price tag.
The Fiesta ends the subcompact trade-off many buyers converse themselves through at dealerships. Yeah, it's a slight noisy on the highway, the door sounds like I'm closing a breadbox, and my Rollerblades produce more torque, but my car payment is only 99 (euros, dollars, dinars, baht) a month.
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Royal Caribbean libera primeiros roteiros do Mariner of the Seas em sua volta a América do Sul.
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iPhone a go go & night in Eltham
I didn't waste any time and called them up to arrange my upgrade to an iPhone. It won't be long before I have a nice new shiny toy in my possession *grin*
Spent the night in Eltham with Toni. Spicy mince and rice for dinner and then chilling on the sofa :o)
Carry On Cruising!
I'm Like The Clock On The Wall
It's no secret that we're big nerds for wizards and horology here at Twee Affect, so we couldn't not blog this wizzardy clock tower, by hippotam. The mixed browns and snotted tiles make for a great masonry effect, and it is nice to see those ridiculous durmstrang ship flags in a moc big enough that they don't look disproportionate. The brown stone and sand green (corroded copper?) roofs sort of bring New York to mind, or at least Wes Anderson's fairy tale version of New York (via 111 Archer Avenue).
So is this wizard guy a sensitive hipster tweemo who chills out in his lil childhood tent in the clock tower ballroom listening to deep cuts from old Velvet Underground albums, while he rethinks his life plans? Or maybe it is 17th Century Manhattan Island and he is a dutch wizzard colonist who is one of the founders of a conceptual alternate history New Amsterdam.
Would this make these forestmen bros a sort of post-racial whitewashed representation of Native Americans, who sold Manhattan Island to the wizzard for twenty four dollars' worth of glass beads? Or are they meant to represent Peter Pan type Toysrus Kids who are "quitting the hobby" because of "new gray"?
Oh, it won't do to read too much into it! This moc is charming and great, the end!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Costa Romantica Celebra Primeira Escala em Hong Kong
O evento de boas vindas contou com as presenças de Dario Rustico, Diretor Comercial e de Marketing da Costa Cruzeiros para a Ásia e o Pacífico; Francis Liu, Vice-Diretor do Departamento da Marinha; Patricia So, Vice-Comissária em exercício para o Turismo; Gilly Wong, Gerente Geral de MICE (Reuniões, Incentivos, Convenções e Exposições, na sigla em inglês) e Cruzeiros do Conselho de Turismo de Hong Kong; Alessandra Schiavo, Consulesa Geral do Consulado Geral da Itália em Hong Kong, e representantes dos principais parceiros comerciais da Costa. A cerimônia marcou a importância de a Costa Cruzeiros ter posicionado um navio maior na Ásia, simbolizando o compromisso da companhia com o setor de turismo de Hong Kong.
Gilly Wong, Gerente Geral de MICE (Reuniões, Incentivos, Convenções e Exposições, na sigla em inglês) e Cruzeiros do Conselho de Turismo de Hong Kong, também comentou que “com os cruzeiros se tornando mais populares na Ásia, nós damos as boas vindas aos navios internacionais, como o Costa Romântica, que fazem escala em Hong Kong, transformando-a em porta de entrada para a Ásia. Desta maneira, Hong Kong se transformará em um pólo regional de cruzeiros".
Costa Europa já navega sob as cores de sua nova operadora.
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Four-vehicle Pr. George's collide closes road, injures at least 7
The crash, fire department spokesman Mark Brady said, began as a head-on collision that attentive a man and a woman in their separate vehicles; they were transported to the hospital.
Five others, an adult female, juvenile male, two teenage males and on teenage female, were also hospitalized with slight injuries, Brady said. Three other adults were evaluated on the scene and declined transport to the hospital. It is unclear how those people are linked to the original crash.
Route 197 in the Bowie area is closed between Route 450 and Old Chapel Road after a five-vehicle collide in the area left as many as 10 people with injuries, police and fire officials said.
The crash happened at about 4 p.m. on Route 197 near Grason Lane, police said. It involved five vehicles, as well as a school bus without any students on board, police said.
A Prince George's County fire official Tweeted that the incident, which troubled multiple vehicles and entrapment, might have produced up to 10 patients, but no one on the bus was injured. A police spokesman said he could not directly confirm reports of injuries because medical personnel were still examining those on the scene.
The circumstances and cause of the crash stay unknown.
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Tuesday, April 27, 2010
'American Idol''s Top Six Sing Songs from the Shania Twain Songbook
The countdown to the "American Idol" finale continued Tuesday night when the Top Six performed music from the songbook of country artist Shania Twain, who also served as this week's mentor.
Lee DeWyze kicked off the night's performances with "You're Still the One." Randy Jackson commented, "This is one of my favorite songs of all time. I love this song. I was a little worried about you doing it. You started pitchy, but half-way through, you found a way to make it your own. You did a pretty good job." Ellen DeGeneres
felt that Lee did better than a pretty good job, saying, "You always make a song yours. It always sounds like your version rather than someone sang it before. I say all aboard the Shania Twain!" Kara DioGuardi told Lee, "The sound of your voice on every song makes it sound so relevant. Look how far you've come. That is a love song. I don't know if you related to the love portion, but you did smile a few times." Simon Cowell wrapped up the critiques saying, "I agree with everything everybody has said. That was the perfect choice out of Shania's songs."
Michael Lynche showed off his softer side on Shania's "It Only Hurts When I'm Breathing." Randy complimented, "Here is what I love. You really found your zone. It can be a country song, or an R&B song, but you were really in the zone of who you are. I hope you keep that in the future. There is a big, wide-open space for you." Ellen admitted, "I was nervous for you, but it felt like Luther Vandross singing that song. I felt your emotion. I felt you getting into it. I thought it was beautiful." Kara pointed out, "One of Shania's greatest gifts is how connected she is when she sings. I always feel you go to that place. The melody is so beautiful. I was glad you didn't change it too much, but just enough to put your mark on it." Simon agreed with Ellen, saying, "I know what Ellen meant when using the comparison with Luther. It was spot-on. A good analogy. I thought it was a little wet. A little musical theater. It was a little girly."
Casey James tackled his inner country crooner with "Don't." Randy praised, "For me, this is one of the best Casey James performances ever. You really learned something here. This could be a great thing in your wheelhouse with what you already do with the guitar." Ellen concurred, adding, "You sang that as if it is where you belong. I think it was your best performance to date." Kara pointed out, "Artists don't hide the good, the bad or the ugly. That is what you did in that performance. That is what you need to keep doing to be at the front of this competition." Simon commented, "Last week was a much-needed wake-up call for you. I actually agree with Randy that this is your best performance so far. I felt you were singing the song. It felt like your song."
Crystal Bowersox tackled the Shania track, "No One Needs to Know." Randy remarked, "It wasn't my favorite performance, but I love you. I am glad you mixed it up and somebody did a country version." Ellen told her, "I say it every week. There is nothing you can't do. It wasn't my favorite performance, but you are brilliant." Kara said, "It is impossible for you not to be good, because you are coming from a place of truth. That is why I always respond to you. Was it your best? No." Simon laid it on the line: "We don't like Crystal this week. I thought it was limp. It was something you expect when you are in a coffee shop and they hire a band to sing to you when you don't want them to. I felt the song was forgettable compared to some of the other songs. This was the only week, I haven't liked you."
Aaron Kelly chose the ballad "You've Got a Way." Randy complimented, "Dude, this is definitely your wheelhouse. You are our country artist on the show this year. I think you did a real good job." Ellen pointed out, "This is going to be tough tomorrow night because everybody is doing well. I can't believe you are 16 and you sang that so well." Aaron corrected her saying, "I am 17." Ellen laughed, and continued, "The maturity you had to embrace those lyrics … good job." Kara completely concurred with Ellen, adding, "It is like you really felt those words. And you changed one line." Aaron admitted he did because he was singing the song to his mother, which got "Ahs." Simon said, "I am going to be honest with you, I know you are only 17. I think the last two weeks you have struggled. However, tonight you were like a different artist. This is the kind of record you should make if you are going to make records. It felt sincere and not like you were singing someone else's song. Well done."
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Tonight on American Idol, it would be Shania Twain songs night. Would the idol wannabees give justice to Shania Twain songs? I think that some would make a good job out of it but I am also sure that many would butcher her songs. I love Shania
Twain songs, I love their melodies and I love her voice, I could not imagine how it would come out if someone else would be singing her songs.On tonight's American Idol, the Top 6 are taking on the songs of Shania Twain.
As mentor, she tells the contestants they need to interpret the songs and make them her own.
Lee DeWyze is first, and he's singing "You're Still the One." Shania tells him he is rushing the guitar somewhat and gets him to slow it down a little. I think maybe she should have suggested he start a little lower in the chorus because it's a little rough, but overall still good, typical Lee. Randy Jackson says this is one of his all-time favorite songs. He says he was worried for him, but he found his sweet spot in the lower part of his register. Ellen DeGeneres says it was better than "pretty good" and that he made it his own. Kara DioGuardi says his voice makes every song sound "so relevant." She thinks it was "a good job." Simon Cowell agrees with "everything everyone's said." (Whoa, Twilight Zone.) He says he was pulling some weird faces here and there.
Michael Lynche is singing "It Only Hurts When I'm Breathing." Shania Twain says he takes the song to a whole other place. He does a lovely job with it, and Shania is even tearing up in the audience. Randy says he was in the zone of who he is. Ellen says she was nervous, but it felt like Luther Vandross singing that song, and she felt all his emotion. Kara says he is always connected to the songs, and he put his mark on it. Simon agrees with Ellen's Luther analogy. But he thinks the performance was "wet," but no one really understands what he's talking about. He says it was "a little bit girly for you."
Casey James tells Ryan that after last week, he went through all his performances and realized that last week, he didn't give anyone anything new. He is singing "Don't." Shania tells him to let his confidence come out through the song. He says it's "a singing song," and probably the first one of those he's done in a while. I think he's probably right -- this is way more of a performance than a jam. Randy says this was one of the best Casey James performances ever and he hopes Casey really learned something from this. Ellen says he sang it like that's where he belongs. She thinks it was his best to date. Kara says artists don't hide, and tonight that is what he was doing, he was out there. Simon says last week was a much-needed wakeup call and he agrees with Randy that it was his best performance.
Oooh! Did you see the So You Think You Can Dance ad? The Top 10 will be paired with 10 all stars from past seasons. (Yes, I know this is old news that Nigel has been tweeting about for ages, but now it's really real!)
Crystal Bowersox says she loved working with Shania because she is so nice and is surrounded by an aura of positivity. Shania says she should bring in a more positive feeling to her tone because this is a peppy song. Crystal interviews that it's a message to her boyfriend, who will "man up" one of these days. Heh. She sings "No One Needs to Know," and it's sweet and fun, a bit of a change for her. Plus, she seamlessly harmonizes with her background singer -- how many times have we seen people mess that up on this show? Randy says it felt like Nickel Creek, but it wasn't his favorite performance, but he's glad she did a country performance. Ellen says there is nothing she can't do, though it wasn't her favorite either. Kara says it's impossible for not to sound good because she's so authentic, but it wasn't her best. Simon says it was limp and felt like a coffee shop where they hire people to sing when you don't really want them to.
Aaron Kelly is singing "You Got a Way" and he tells her he is debating about some part of it. She tells him to stop thinking so much about hitting the notes and just feel the song. He sings and reminds us that he has a big voice -- it's one of his better performances, I'd say. Randy says this is his wheelhouse and that he did a really good job. Ellen says this week is going to be tough because everyone is doing so well. Kara says he really felt the words and he changed a line. He adds that he was singing the song to his mom, which is why he changed the line. Simon says he's struggled the past couple of weeks, but tonight "you were like a different artist."
Siobhan Magnus is singing Shania's first No. 1 hit, "Any Man of Mine." Shania tells her to put some character into the words to make them come alive. She sings it fast and with some attitude, and then closes with a couple of those huge, incredible notes. I don't always feel her big notes, but tonight they worked. Randy says he loved it, loved it, loved it. Ellen says it was fantastic and a good way to end the show. Kara says Siobhan is back. Simon says he really, really liked the song, though the thought the end went on a little too long. He says it was like she was giving birth up there if you just heard that note in isolation (bahahahahaha), but he liked it.
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Day off, doing the garden and chilling
Got loads done, washing was done, most of tidying was done and I even managed to mow both the front and back lawns. Hopefully the weather will stay good so I can have one more pass over it and we can have a BBQ at the weekend.
After the chores, the rest of the days was spent catching up with WWE TV, NXT, Extreme Rules and the RAW Draft.
Sam and I then watched Enemy At The Gates before playing on the PS3.
For your viewing pleasure I would like to submit these two little gems:
Marinheiros gregos protestam e impedem passageiros de embarcar
Na primeira manifestação desde que a Grécia pediu ajuda financeira a seus parceiros da zona do euro e ao Fundo Monetário Internacional (FMI), na sexta-feira, marinheiros protestaram contra uma das primeiras medidas do governo para liberalizar o restritivo mercado de trabalho no país.
A Guarda Costeira informou que cerca de 400 estivadores e manifestantes da central sindical comunista Pame impediram aproximadamente mil passageiros, na maioria espanhóis, de retornar ao navio Zenith, de bandeira de Malta.
"Tivemos de levá-los par albergues", disse o chefe da Donomis, operadora do Zenith. "Estamos aguardando para ver se eles poderão partir mais tarde ou amanhã de manhã cedo. A impressão que tivemos é realmente muito ruim."
Antonis Dalakogiorgos, líder da União Pan-heleênica dos Marinheiros, disse que a reforma no setor de navegação, que permite que cruzeiros estrangeiros atraquem em vários portos gregos sem ter de contratar uma tripulação grega, é inaceitável.
"O levantamento das restrições significará o fim dos cruzeiros de bandeira grega e o funeral dos marinheiros gregos", disse ele.
As manifestações vêm crescendo no país desde que o governo do primeiro-ministro George Papandreou cortou salários do funcionalismo público, congelou pensões e elevou impostos, como parte de um plano para reduzir este ano o déficit orçamentário para pelo menos um terço do registrado no ano passado, de 13,6 por cento do PIB.
Muitos gregos estão agora se preparando para mais austeridade e a mídia informou que autoridades da União Europeia e do FMI propuseram mais de uma dezena de novas medidas para cortar gastos do governo e elevar a competitividade da economia da Grécia.
Fonte: Portal G1 / Mundo.
Imagem: Daniel Capella.
GE, Nissan concur to research vehicle charging
Nissan will debut the electric Leaf hatchback afterward this year in Japan, the United States and Europe. The Leaf's batteries will permit it to have a 100-mile range on a full charge, Nissan says.
The two companies say the work will centre on "smart" charging stations that would permit for communication with utility companies to ease strain on electric power grids. Finally, car companies and utilities hope that vehicles can form a power storage source.
Together with Nissan, we will take inclusive look at what technologies will be needed in the car, on the grid, and at home or work to make smart charging a reality, said Mark Little, director of GE Global Research.
GE and Nissan said they will in the next few months recognize specific projects for the new partnership.
Utility companies are working with home and business owners to install 220-volt charging stations what will charge electric vehicles more rapidly than the conventional 110-volt outlets in most U.S. homes.
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Tyra Sanchez wins RuPaul’s Drag Race
The end has come when no one has to lip sync for their life. Tyra Sanchez has taken the crown for the second season of RuPaul’s Drag Race and it ain’t pretty. Many
people are fuming mad on Twitter exclaiming their reaction to the win. Many wanted JujuBee to win and some think Raven deserved it. We personally think the contestants of the season were mostly not that great. Anyway, Tyra Sanchez is the queen for now until the next season and everyone knows that Jujubee will get the “Miss
Congeniality” award. Let’s just hope that Tyra Sanchez doesn’t attempt to release a single with that voice of hers.Tyra Sanchez Winner of Rupaul Drag Race Season 2 Finale – Reality TV show’s season finale for the series that is hosted by Rupaul, America’s Next Drag Superstar. The new Drag Race queen for season 2, it’s no other than Tyra Sanchez. The season finale was aired yesterday, April 26, 2010.
The last three queens will have to face their ultimate challenge, recording a music video for RuPaul’s next single: “Jealous of My Boogie.” Robert Verdi, Mathu Anderson and choreographer Ryan Heffington will be the guest stars, and Jujubee (Airline Inthyrath) was eliminated in the 11 episode.Congratulations to Tyra Sanchez for winning Season 2 of RuPaul's Drag Race last night. I thought Raven would win, but based on what we saw during the finale it's hard to disagree with the judge's decision. Tyra Sanchez has calimed victory in the second season of RuPaul’s Drag Race . Many people have been extremely angry on Twitter in relation to the win. JujuBee was the favourate to win, and many think Raven deserved it, not being able to understand how Tyra Sancez managed to seal the win.
For now Tyra Sanchez is the queen for now until the next season and whil everybody can be certain that Jujubee will get the “Miss Congeniality” award. With such a critical responce to Sacnhez’s singing voice, people are hoping that the confidence and fame associated with the win will lead to her releasing a single.
First reviews of 'Iron Man 2' appear
"It's been OK," he said of the dramatic change in characters. "You know, I wanted to do a different kind of movie after 'The Wrestler,' and this was definitely different--way different--so it was a lot of fun to do this."
To prepare for the role, Rourke told us he actually spent time in Russia."Iron Man 2" has its mega world premiere in Hollywood in just a couple of hours, but the movie screened today in the U.K., where it opens this Friday. (Yes, much of the world gets to see it a week before North America.)
A popular U.K. blog, Hey You Guys, seems to have the the first review. I'm going to try holding off reading these as long as possible but you guys feel free to indulge.
And I just came across a take on the movie from the Mirror, which is billing itself as having the first review (sorry buddy). I'm not reading it but I can't help but notice the headline: "mind-numbingly dull, chaotic and unwatchable."
"I was in Russia on other business and it just happened to come at the right time, so I was able to go there and visit the prison," he said. He brought back what he learned there and "laid it out" for director Jon Favreau, who allowed the actor to the freedom to "roll with it." After some silly little volcano in Iceland tanked the “Iron Man 2″ premiere in London, Paramount Pictures did the next best thing and moved it back to Hollywood. I mean, where else were they gonna go, New York? Not a chance! The Iron Man 2 premiere was held at the El Capitan Theater (which is right across from the Grauman’s Chinese Theater) in the heart of Hollywood."Iron Man 2" has its mega world premiere in Hollywood in just a couple of hours, but the movie screened today in the U.K., where it opens this Friday. (Yes, much of the world gets to see it a week before North America.)
A popular U.K. blog, Hey You Guys, seems to have the the first review. I'm going to try holding off reading these as long as possible but you guys feel free to indulge.
And I just came across a take on the movie from the Mirror, which is billing itself as having the first review (sorry buddy). I'm not reading it but I can't help but notice the headline: "mind-numbingly dull, chaotic and unwatchable."
Mickey Rourke discusses his darker side at the 'Iron Man 2' premiere
After capturing the hearts of audiences' (and the Academy) for his moving role in "The Wrestler," Mickey Rourke shows a darker side in his new role in "Iron Man 2." As Tony Stark's nemesis, Rourke is Ivan Vanko, a tattooed Russian physicist
determined to overpower Robert Downey Jr.'s character.
"It's been OK," he said of the dramatic change in characters. "You know, I wanted to do a different kind of movie after 'The Wrestler,' and this was definitely different--way different--so it was a lot of fun to do this."
To prepare for the role, Rourke told us he actually spent time in Russia."Iron Man 2" has its mega world premiere in Hollywood in just a couple of hours, but the movie screened today in the U.K., where it opens this Friday. (Yes, much of the world gets to see it a week before North America.)
A popular U.K. blog, Hey You Guys, seems to have the the first review. I'm going to try holding off reading these as long as possible but you guys feel free to indulge.
And I just came across a take on the movie from the Mirror, which is billing itself as having the first review (sorry buddy). I'm not reading it but I can't help but notice the headline: "mind-numbingly dull, chaotic and unwatchable."
"I was in Russia on other business and it just happened to come at the right time, so I was able to go there and visit the prison," he said. He brought back what he learned there and "laid it out" for director Jon Favreau, who allowed the actor to the freedom to "roll with it." After some silly little volcano in Iceland tanked the “Iron Man 2″ premiere in London, Paramount Pictures did the next best thing and moved it back to Hollywood. I mean, where else were they gonna go, New York? Not a chance! The Iron Man 2 premiere was held at the El Capitan Theater (which is right across from the Grauman’s Chinese Theater) in the heart of Hollywood.