Wednesday, August 23, 2006

10 | Movie censorship, what’s that for?

This is a serious topic which contradicts the modern era in which people are free to receive without any barriers. Besides, it is such an insult to the audiences who are believed to be ignorant and lack of discretion to consider. Movie censorship is not a creative proper way to solve the problem, in my opinion.

Providing movie’s fact that whether it is a fiction or based on true story before the movie starts is too enough. Cutting some scenes by claiming its inappropriate content which is against one’s belief or fact is somewhat narrowed-minded. The objective of the movie is to express one’s idea toward the story which is one opinion toward the world, there’s no need to be correct and make it acceptable to the universal.

In order to cut or not to cut the scene, the absolute right should go to the director who is well considered and planned how the movie will come out the best. Those who are responsible for the movie censorship should respect the creator and the audience more. Movie is a piece of arts which need no barrier to stop imagination; this is the fact that should be concerned more.

Avoiding violent scenes or risks scene for children, it’s the direct responsibility of the parents who should be more aware and guide their children rather than leave it in the hands of movie censorship which can help only a little. Parental advisory effectively works more than movie censorship.

09 | Desperate Celebrities


Being in the public eyes and spotlight might be an ambition many people dreaming of. Having a luxury house, car and money are packaged with the fame, this is a reason why people are so enthusiastic about being celebrities. It’s not only an American dream anymore but also a Thai dream and others dreams, everybody wants to shine their lights. Are you ready to exchange your freedom life with such reputation?

Living in the center and being surrounded by the people who look out on you might be such impressive moment for you. In the other hands, you are a creature in the cage which is watched by the people who impressed by your action. They clap and never take their eyes of you. Once the spotlight on the stage is out but the eyes of people are still left, in every movement, you will be watched and treated in different ways which gives you both positive and negative results. For sure, your privacy is required to be others in order to be a celebrity.

How awesome it is to be an idol for people! They tried to follow what you did in every detail, the way you dress, smile, laugh and cry. Whatever you do seems to be a trend setting; you can guide people and direct them to do what you want. But watch out and mind every step of yours or it will be a big trouble on you. You will be set high and forgotten that you are a human who can do wrong. You need to behave or at least try to pretend yourself as a perfect person or you will be condemned by those who worship you and set you so high. You can be an idol or an idiot in the same time.

The more to come, paparazzi and rumors are also included in this desperate celebrity’s package. Do you want to have one? Available now!

Wednesday, August 09, 2006

08 | Music : Every Breath I Take

A part of our daily lives in any situations, music affects people’s lives in untold way. Some people believe that music can express our identity and tell what kind of person we are. I agree with this in some point but not all of them since, nowadays, people try to express themselves to the people by the music which is guaranteed as a good song not the music they are really like by their heart.

I’m one of the people who are addicted to music and it completely becomes a part of my life without a doubt. Whether I’m hopeful or hopeless, music lifts me up by its powerful rhythm, tone and lyric. I have to say that it makes my life easier to face and it makes my day. I keen to learn languages through the lyrics by trying to interpret with my own feelings and ideas. It does improve my language incredibly; I learn many idioms, slangs and cultures.

Thanks to my father who loves listening international music, I had a chance to be inspired by the music of Simon&Garfunkel, Bee Gees, Carpenters etc. When I was young, I was curious to know what they sing about and this is my beginning to the world of international music.

Right now, no matter where I go, music is a part of me since I take it with my music player. When I was writing my paper or reading books, not only the relaxation it brings but also the new creative ideas it sparks me. Let myself be free and inspired by the music brings such meaningful things in my life.

Wednesday, August 02, 2006

07 | The Future Sound Of Music

Regard to the age of globalization, the way people receives information and media has been completely changed. In the music industry, there are big changes which give both the positive and negative results. Music becomes easier to be touched and inspired since there are no barriers between the language and countries. There are new genres of music which made by the combination of various cultures. However, no matter how the trend of music changes, it comes round and goes round just like the fad & fashion.

Pop is the basic genre which can be blended with other kind of music easily. Just like the jeans, it can go with any kinds of cloth easily and never turn to be out of date. Therefore, pop is popular and last by its simplicity which can be applied with another kind of music and produced different interesting results.

Once when pop music becomes nothing new, rock will take the place of it. With the stronger rhythm and beats, electric guitar becomes its key role. When rock fades away, hip-hop and R&B substitute for them. The combination between pop and rock produce this kind of music which becomes more popular until now but soon pop music will come back and take back its throne.

The future sound of music is likely to come and go as stated but not that the same. With the new gimmick and application, the music styles are the infinitive creativity. Music becomes something international, without understanding the lyric people can enjoy. Cultures and music instrument from various countries are used and adapted in order to improve and bring the varieties to the music lovers.