Brace Yourself, You're About To Like Tyler Perry

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Hello my lovely ones! It’s cyber Monday, the day you can get all your Holiday shopping done just by sitting there on your fine, well-toned *ss. Me? I’m a simple girl with simple needs. I only ask that one of you send me this extraordinarily humble land jet from Mercedes Benz. It’s a modest vehicle for my modest needs. (Neatorama)

Had a strange interaction with a customer this weekend about racism in “Tintin.” I think, if I had been able to show her this image of Tintin and him Tauntaun she would have shut right up. (Comics Beat)

Speaking of sweet blonde boys, the adorable Ryan Gosling was caught cavorting in Paris with Eva Mendes. I have no opinion on them or their cavort and included this link mainly for the winter coat porn. (Celebitchy)

Because, tis the season folks, for winter coats and tweed jackets, for bow ties and above all fezzes. Check out this fabulous Doctor Who-themed tree. (Geek Girls Book Club)

Oh but before we plunge headlong into the Holidays, one parting Thanksgiving link. Apparently the lemurs at the SF zoo gorged themselves on a fancy feast this past week. Do you think lemurs have family issues? Druncles? (Laughing Squid)

Speaking of fancy feast, this Necronomicon cake is too pretty to eat. Klaatu barada necktie. (Geeks Are Sexy)

And while we’re on the subject of tasty treats, the Cake Baby herself, Kristen Wiig, has been voted GQ bro of the year. Gender be damned. Wiig’s bro Jon Haam wrote the article that accompanies this deliciously lurid photo. (GQ)

I mean, it’s cool that Wiig and Mila Kunis have been included in the Men Of The Year spread, but I’m wagering none of the MOTYs with penises had to shimmy into lingerie. Speaking of, check out this awesome sketch of what it would look like if the Male Avengers posed like the Female one. (Bleeding Cool)

Speaking of comics, I’d like to know if you can identify all 50 of these “good guys” from film. I’m stumped by #8. Grail knight? (The High Definite)

And though he’s better at playing bad (or at least morally ambiguous) guys, the phenomenal Ben Foster alleges he is dying for a part in a musical comedy. He also rhapsodizes about Kirsten Dunst and her acting ability. Read the rest of the phenomenal interview or fear the wrath of Charlie Prince. (TFE)

Speaking of scary princes (SEE WHAT I DID THERE), I don’t know what this Nightmare Santa’s Stomach Prince is for, but I know that I like it. Check out the story behind this twisted Christmas card. (Brad McGinty)

Apparently deep REM sleep takes the edge off of our traumatic memories. So feel free to take a nap after closely examining that card. (UCB)

And though her testimony seems rather tame in comparison to Hugh Grant’s, J.K. Rowling’s interactions with the paparazzi fall firmly in the traumatic category. I even have sympathy for Sienna Miller. I dislike that feeling. (Washington Post)

Speaking of celebrities I didn’t suspect to sympathize with, Tyler Perry wrote a supportive letter to the victim of Jerry Sandusky’s molestations. I’m not saying it’s the best letter I’ve ever written, but, honestly, that doesn’t matter. It’s heartfelt and I dig it. (The Daily Beast)

Um, am I the only one who didn’t know Alan Moore looked like this? Like death that hasn’t even gotten to “warmed over” yet? Death defrosting? (Guardian)

Check out this gorgeous collection of one second video clips from the Beauty of a Second short film competition.

Seconds Of Beauty - 1st round compilation from The Beauty Of A Second on Vimeo.

But even better is this video Resa brought to my attention. If you haven’t seen it, please don’t spoil the “surprise” by reading about the video first, but check out this article when you’ve finished.

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That video was awesome.

Posted by: DeistBrawler at November 28, 2011 1:38 PM

Celebration bowels?

(Huh?)

Posted by: MM at November 28, 2011 1:45 PM

Loved the video. I figured something was up when he's shown hugging women and there's no fallout.

Posted by: BWeaves at November 28, 2011 1:50 PM

Oh, for christ's sake, that god damn Get Up Ad. That fucking thing, I swear. Damn it to hell. I saw it for the first time on Saturday.

I've probably watched it fifteen times since then.

And I tear up every. single. time. It's like an endurance contest that I KEEP LOSING.

Posted by: Ghisent at November 28, 2011 2:00 PM

I love the story behind that Christmas Card. That's almost too bizarre to be true.

Posted by: BWeaves at November 28, 2011 2:02 PM

Yes, number 8 is the Grail Knight.

Posted by: Meander at November 28, 2011 2:08 PM

ZOMG the story of those cards! That can't be real. It's too much "awesome novel" material. Then again, truth stranger than fiction, yada yada.

Posted by: MM at November 28, 2011 2:13 PM

I admire Tyler Perry for writing that letter. It was heartbreaking.

Posted by: Mrs. Julien at November 28, 2011 2:15 PM

Aw, man. That video...and the letter...I'm all a big teary mush.

Posted by: Agogagogo at November 28, 2011 2:37 PM

Of course Alan Moore looks like that. He's a comic book nerd who hates both comic books and nerds.

Posted by: TheOtherGreg at November 28, 2011 2:43 PM

I seem to remember reading that Alan Moore thought it was unnatural to scrape metal against our face for fashion or something.
It's not the craziest thing he's ever said.

Posted by: Optimus Rhyme at November 28, 2011 2:47 PM

I figured out the "surprise" while watching but only because you said there was going to be one. It was still a great video, though. I'm happy.

Posted by: Me at November 28, 2011 2:54 PM

I absolutely love Alan Moore's work, but let's be honest - he's a brick of semtex away from being on the FBI Most Wanted list.

Posted by: The Other Agent Johnson at November 28, 2011 2:57 PM

That video was not awesome. If the video was about a heterosexual couple, you would have rightly considered it treacley and maudlin (although competently shot and edited). Why did the video suddenly become awesome because of some Shymalanan surprise at the end? We are thankfully long past the point where the mere presence of a gay character should remove all critical thinking. Watch the movie again and let me know why it was so awesome.

Posted by: froggy at November 28, 2011 3:30 PM

"If the video was about a heterosexual couple, you would have rightly considered it treacley and maudlin (although competently shot and edited)"

Why, exactly, would someone make a marriage rights video about a heterosexual couple? It's not a independent film, it's a plea for understanding, so I'm not sure why your reaction is so negative.

The video was charming and sweet, regardless of ending, though it's perfectly fine if you disagree. But please don't tell me you need someone to explain the point of it to you.

Posted by: Ghisent at November 28, 2011 3:34 PM

he's a brick of semtex away from being on the FBI Most Wanted list.

::quickly withdraws entry from the Become Alan Moore's Pen Pal Sweepstakes::

Posted by: Jast at November 28, 2011 3:37 PM

am I the only one who didn’t know Alan Moore looked like this?

So you haven't seen him speak either.

*shakes head*

Posted by: Jay at November 28, 2011 3:50 PM

His name is Lancelot, you knuckleknobs!

Posted by: Jay at November 28, 2011 3:52 PM

Gosling has some serious lady hands in that pic.

Posted by: Helcat at November 28, 2011 4:12 PM

I don't completely agree with froggy. The video was great and in no way to sweet or tear-jerky. But it wasn't very original. You can see the "twist" coming from a mile off.

Posted by: FabMax at November 28, 2011 4:13 PM

So, you're saying you want The Big Bus for Xmas, JR. That should be doable. Doesn't seem like anybody's using it lately.

Posted by: BierceAmrose at November 28, 2011 5:59 PM

So, for those of you grumping about the GetUp gay marriage campaign piece, here's some background (and a serving of STFU):

- in Australia (my country), gay marriage is *illegal* at the federal level
- efforts by the states and territories to recognise gay unions have either been quashed by federal parliament or opposed into oblivion
- there is a part of our Marriage Act that requires every marriage ceremony (civil or church) to include the phrase "under Australian law marriage is an act between a man and a woman"
- something like 70 per cent of Australians believe in marriage equality
- both major parties (Liberal and labor, who are the equivalents to the Republicans/Tories and Democrat/Labour respectively) support the status quo (gay marriage being illegal)
- the Prime Minister (who incidentally is both an atheist and unmarried, for which I say hell, yes) has publicly expressed her view that we are a "country with a Christian heritage" and as such, marrigage should be between a man and a woman

In Australia, the gay marriage campaign is a BIG FUCKING DEAL that for some, will swing votes in the next federal election in two years if the status quo persists.

Understand the politics before commenting.

Posted by: trib at November 28, 2011 7:17 PM

Dear Tyler Perry,

Nice written piece. It has more sincerity and emotion than most of the twaddle you've put to paper. Perhaps if you could dedicate this level of heart to one of your plays or movies people would respect your abilities in a way that you crave.

That said, it still doesn't hold a candle to much of what was already written here in this forum. by Pajiba Nation.

Please review previous thread posts on this subject.

Posted by: bleujayone at November 28, 2011 7:18 PM

I'm sure Tyler Perry's letter is heartfelt, and I hope it brings some solace to the victim.

It is unfortunate that the letter somehow found its way to the press, rather than being a private exchange between Mr Perry and the boy, as I'm sure it was intended.

Posted by: Please at November 29, 2011 12:52 AM

I think it is important that the Perry letter was public. Perhaps it will give strength to more victims to come forward as adults to support to children who are dealing with the same situation they once did, or indeed to help themselves heal. Perhaps it will reach children who have not yet been able to come forward and, at the very least, let them know they are not alone and give them hope that there will come a time when their abuser can no longer hurt them. Tyler Perry did a brave and virtuous thing.

Posted by: Mrs. Julien at November 29, 2011 8:55 AM

It is unfortunate that the letter somehow found its way to the press, rather than being a private exchange between Mr Perry and the boy, as I'm sure it was intended.

It was an open letter ("Tyler Perry's Open Letter to Penn State 11-Year-Old") written by Tyler Perry specifically to be published on The Daily Beast/Newsweek with the intention that it helps as many as possible, which is even more admirable.

Posted by: Jast at November 29, 2011 9:08 AM

Tyler Perry is the shit yo! He was badass in Star Trek. Whaaat?!?!? NIGGAZZ IN SPACE!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Joe Joe The Flying Monkey at December 1, 2011 1:45 PM

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