Shinjuku Incident

Just finished watching Shinjuku Incident starring Jackie Chan and I'm not sure if I can say I liked it since it is not my type of film but it was definately worth watching. The story involved Japanese gangs Yakuza and illegal Chinese immigrants in Japan.

Unlike the usual Jackie Chan movies where they are humourous with plenty of kungfu. This movie was dark, serious and absolutely no kungfu but instead, plenty of violence. Jackie plays a illegal Chinese immigrant who arrived in Japan to find his girlfriend. However only to find that Japan was not an easy place to live, with cops around during the days and yakuza ruling during the nights.



This movie touched on issues like Japan and it's yakuza influence. Kinda like Russian mafias, their existence has placed them in a unmoveable spot within Japanese society. Sure if they break the law, cops has the authority to arrest them however if they were uprooted entirely then Japan would not function as they are now.

Other issues like racism definately comes up in these type of movies. Obviously if you are an illegal immigrant nobody really cares about you and your social status will be at the lowest of low. However if the numbers increase and orders start to form then the host nation will then view you as a threat.

Well I would like to talk more about the movie but then it would be like writing my NCEA lvl 2 essay on films. It is also time for me to sleep, things I've learned from this movie would be... life is really about the choices YOU make, certain events can force you to make harsh decisions and uhh dont do drugs, it really fucks you up, you can see it in the movie. XD I would give this movie quite a high rating like 7/10 although it wont be in my favourite films or watch again list lol...

Friends helps you learn!

Finally no more assignments, projects, tests, just 3 exams and this semester will be over. First I just wanna say thanks to all my mech friends, if you answered any of my questions, you had just taught me what the lecturer failed to do. :)

For any first years or soon to be in uni people who reads this, friends are really important in uni (actually in all area of learning). They really do help you to pass your course, maybe they view things different to you therefore they can understand the things you dont, maybe they went to the class which you missed or maybe they are just smarter than you XD

Lol I just wanted to say thanks but now since the theme of friends has already been set, I'll just carry on.

I've made some new friends this semester and Im really glad I did cause on one hand they are helping me passing the course and on the other it's fun chatting and laughing with them. What about old friends? Cant forget about your good old mates, they are the people I go to when I need a favour cause well... I trust them.

Now there will be friendly or should i say "intense" competition between friends when it comes to tests and assignments. The smart decision before the test would be to unite as one and help each other with questions. Both the questioner and the answerer benefits since one would obtain new knowledge while the other would apply newly learned knowledge. When the marks are out, you shouldnt get jealous of other's high mark or depressed with your low mark. But rather used those feelings as motivation for the next test. I mean it is pretty pointless crying over marks you cant change, you cant blame it on anyone else since you're the one who did the test.

Anyway enough serious stuff, I finally had time for some fun starting from last Friday. Went to uni early to finish the Pro E drawings for the project, I made our tranmission system all cool and colourful >< After handing it in, I felt so relieved. Then went lunch and played pool with Alvin's crew. Had mean games with Dixon, we both played well but hes clutch, he pulls out his bs skills when he realise that he is losing. I think he sunk 5 or 6 balls straight and cleared the table, while i had 2 left at one time.

Then today went to uni to play ball, waited an hour and half for Shawn but had some good 3v3 games between former westlakes and tgs. Was tied at 2-2 before Sherman's sudden withdraw during the last game. Then went to KFC for lunch which was gg since I was craving for it these past days. Gotta start studying tomorrow...

Hmm wouldnt it be cool if your friends were as awesome as these fellas XD



Ooh also I've added a current favourite song section so I can share the music which I think everyone should have a listen. :D

Ip Man and Fire amvs

So I've had 3 tests for the past 3 days and tonight was the first time I had a chance to relax in a long long time. Decided to watch the first Ip Man movie since I havent seen it and my thoughts? Just wow lol



I have always enjoyed Chinese martial arts movies therefore after 10mins into it I knew I would also like this movie. This movie is similar to Fearless (霍元甲) starring Jet Li where kung fu is the symbol of Chinese people. Themes such as family, culture, pride were emphasised strongly throughout the movie. I liked the story of Fearless better but this was also good. I gotta say though, his style of kung fu is like intense massaging lol! I would rate this movie around 8 or 9 outta 10. Even if you're not chinese, I'm sure you'll like it anyway.

I saw this Naruto Fire amv today and thought they should really use this to advertise a Naruto game or well.. anything Naruto. It's really awesomely made.



And this is a random as amv, I thought it was pretty funny



Oh and also the Suns are now even with the Lakers, 2 incredible games played by them! :D

Taio Cruz - Break Your Heart Cover ft. Kevin Lien

Accidently discovered this 20 years old tw dude Kevin Lien, man hes got talent! I really love his covers. This one is definately the best! Listened to it like 6 times already ><. Oh Kevin the one in black shirt btw.

Great ad about Taiwan

Had trouble finding materials to put on here these days. Since theres absolutely nothing exciting going on in my life right now. But I saw this video on my cousin's facebook, thought I'll share it here too. It is an ad by Bill Gates about Taiwan.



After watching it, I just feel proud to be a Taiwanese. I espeically liked the part when he said "so partnering with Taiwan, means you can be sure you get nothing but the very best" (Yeahh, thats right Angie XD)

Fun music videos

Stuffs

Lacking updates... the only reason for that could only be uni... Had back to back test and project due this week. I did not sleep last night, I thought I could finish within 4 hours but instead it was around 15 hours. 40mins before project submission, I found out I left 1/3 of the project at home......SIGH.

A lot of events occured, Im gonna write them down before I forget. First, went to watch Iron Man 2 the day after it's release. Had 2 blackouts before the actual movie started so it kinda ruined the trailers and we had to sit and wait for like 5mins each time. I thought the movie was alright, it was cool but dull at the same time.

Went to play basketball at TGS on sat and on my way driving there, there was a light shower and a perfect semi circle rainbow appeared right in front of my eyes. When I drove past Akoranga Station I could see the 2 ends of the rainbow, it was just there above the sea. I've never seen an end of a rainbow before so I thought it was really cool and no there was no pot of gold.

I had a big night that night, making buckets, good drives, bullsht shots, alleyoop, 3 pointers. It felt good to receive the ball and making shots, which I was struggling to do a month ago. However the saying "the higher you are, the harder you fall" arrived upon me. After attempting a jump shot, my left leg went entirely numb and the pain was unbearable. I had pulled it... All I remembered was a lot of people helped me sat down and executed the proper treatment for it. I am really thankful, honestly.

Also congrats to the Suns making it to the 2nd round! Grant Hill T.T Now with the 2-0 lead against the Spurs, when all odds were against you guys. I have faith!

I also want to go on a trip somewhere away from Auckland in the next holidays. Im just sick of the city, sick of uni, doing the same sht over and over every single day. I need to get out of this never ending cycle. So if you're also feeling the same way as I am then contact me, I'm definately wanting to do something fun and adventurous. Rawr