The Hollywood Sign

Well, it looks as though Hef as come in for the last $900,000.00, of the 12.5 mil, that it will take to buy the 138 acres around the Hollywood Sign.  With all the money that Los Angeles spends on ridiculous things, what an embarrassment if we would have lost the sign.

Think about "the sign"; more iconic than Madonna, Meryl, Clint and all stars, past and present, combined.  Synonymous with "the industry" and more universally recognizable than a 'men' or 'women' bathroom sign.

Many of us who moved to LA to do what we love to do were inspired by that sign.  We've seen it adorn more movies, videos, tv shows, commercials...
 ... and books than ANY other one thing that I can think of.  What a shame it even got this close... close enough that it is even a discussion.  Way to go Hef, Tom, Rita and all others who contributed.

Movies, movies, movies...

Yes, I am the only loser on the planet who has yet to see Avatar.  Aside from a bit of shopping and hangin' with the chicas, I am planning a blockbuster weekend to catch up.  I rented Avatar, Crazy Heart, Brothers and because I've cried during the trailer many times... The Blind Side.  I have tons to do for the boutique and other things but I plan on fitting-in at least two in the mix.

Obviously, my choices seem complete opposite genres of one another but I find a good mix is best.  I never know what I am going to be inspired by - I tend to find inspiration at the most random times, in the oddest things.  I may find it in a full-length Oscar winning performance, an oddball character in a short film, or a random individual from a documentary.

I guess I should also mention my Netflix picks: Journey to the Edge of the Universe and Very Young Girls - Like I said, my choices tend to be quite random.  As much as I love thrillers or horror films I've never understood why some people are so drawn to just one type of genre - there is so much out there to love, and as a filmmaker, learn from.

Oh well, enough meaningless rambling.  Catch a movie or DVD this weekend and get inspired!

Wizard World in Anaheim

My Saturday freed up and received a last minute offer to attend Wizard World Comic Con, in Anaheim.  I'll be there at 10am, Saturday only.

Come by!

Wizard World Anaheim Comic Con

Dinner at Comme Ca

I had so much fun with my girl, Julie, on Saturday night.  We had dinner at Comme Ca: For Hors D'oeuvers we had Droasted beef marrow with oxtail jam, escargots, raw oysters and moules frites.  For dinner we had a roasted beet salad, a "Heritage" pork chop and some amazing drinks from the mixologists.

Comme Ca Restaurant

After dinner we went to The Palihouse for my manager, Darren's birthday.

I had so much fun... it's always a blast with my girl!

Miramax

I don't know why I am so obsessed over the Miramax sell.  I guess it has to do with the history, what movies Miramax contributed and the impact it had on the independent filmmaking world, back in the day - It doesn't hurt that we have a best friend that is deeply involved!

What a soap opera, I love it!  Check it out at Deadline Hollywood.

 

CruiseCons

This will be soooooo much fun... I'm getting all my best friends to go!  Check out CruiseCons if you're interested.  Or you can send me your email and I'll send you the invite. 

Or, go here, read the flyer, then tap the pic to go to the website.

Nashville Fim Festival

Just got asked to attend the Nashville Film Festival, representing Endure.  I can't wait, that'll be fun, I love Nashville!

It took me ten minutes to figure out from the producer why they call it The "National" Film Festival, until he said "no, it's N-A-S-H-V-I-L-L-E Film Festival".  Ohhhhhhhhhhh. 

Good Friday

Good Friday to you all and have a great weekend!

WTG William

Our good friend, William Lynch, got named CEO of Barnes and Noble today... How cool is that?  He's an awesome guy and totally deserves it!  I will now sit back and wait for all my free books, lol.

Read William's announcement in Wall Street Journal Online

I will be at the Yoga center and Boutique all day today with my favorite Hollywood starlet, Julie Benz, getting the boutique ready.  We open on Friday... I'm so excited!

Baby Loves Disco

Our friend, Amanda, whose hubby owns clubs Bardot and Avalon is having a Birthday Party at Bardot for her daughter, Dani Mae.  It's called "Baby Loves Disco"... Cocktails for the adults, dancing for the kids... Too funny.  This is a picture of Gavin in her outfit.

The dress is from auntie Julie Benz.  It's just too cute, I can barely stand it!

Go Baylor! (that's for my friend Tom, sorry Duke, I'll root for you next time.  :)

Where's my screener?

I'm getting excited for my screener of Endure.  Supposedly editing is going very well and the movie looks great.

Check it out:  http://www.enduremovie.com/

I love Janell Goplin

If my life was filled with Janells I would be in an amazing place!

Breast Friends

This is Gavin and her "Breast Friend" Meital at her brother Lior's baby naming ceremony.  I met her mom, Danna Caldwell, in a "Bradley Method" class and we've been breast friends since.  She's my baby factory partner... We've had our kids around the same time and have gone through the entire process together, twice.  I don't know what I would have done without her.

Danna and her husband, Adam, started Menchies and they are doing amazingly well.  It is my FAVORITE yogurt!  Check them out!  http://menchies.com/

We Are Cleared for Launch!... And shopping of course.

InYoga is cleared to open!  We finally got our hall pass from Building and Safety... Certainly not a cakewalk.

Today, I'm downtown looking at a few new lines for the boutique.  I love shopping, what woman doesn't, but this is ridiculous... SO MUCH FUN!

Tyson - The Documentary by James Toback

I watched Tyson last night for the ump-teenth time.  I've always been obsessed with boxing and forget how utterly amazng he was, in his prime.

I love this documentary and I'm so proud to have been a part of it.

Two Generations Of Sisters

Brian quickly snapped this pic on Saturday, before my sister left.  I think it's so sweet... Two generations of sisters.

I Love Sundays... Especially Rose Bowl Sundays.

We took our friend, Tom Leath, to the Rose Bowl Flea Market yesterday... So much fun!  Tom is an avid collector of art and antiques so it's always fun going with him.  We shopped, ate, talked politics - Tom is the son of the late Congressman Marvin Leath, so he is always full of good info and knows his politics.

Julie Benz and Rich Orosco were kind enough to bring over dinner afterwards - The Pita Kitchen, YUM!  Julie has been one of my best friends for years and Brian could say the same about Rich, he was one of Brian's best men (he had 3 best men and 7 groomsmen, hahaha).  Brian and I set them up 2 1/2 years ago and they are still together... They are the salt of the earth!  Love them!

Unfortunately, Tom had to leave today, he had some business to attend to.  I already miss him!

I was so excited to hear from Bianca (Kajlich) today.  I want to hear what's going on with her show.  She wants us to meet her out on Wednesday night for St. Paddy's Day.

Callie and Tom

My sister, Callie, and good friend Tom get here today. I am so excited I can't stand it!

Heading To The Office

We are working to get InYoga and the boutique open in the next few weeks so I'm heading into the office today with River in tow.  I'm so excited for the opening and VERY excited to get back to auditioning.

Parents Are Gone

They left this morning at 6am, I already miss them. Now I have my sister coming in on Tuesday and our friend Tom on Wednesday. Yeah!