[YasminAhmad'sFilms]

Matahari Books & Sunway University College

with the association of MERCY Malaysia

present the launch of the book

YASMIN AHMAD'S FILMS

by Amir Muhammad

If you'd like to be the first to get your hands on this book, do come along :-)

After this, the book will also have launch events in Seoul, Jakarta, Paris and Singapore.

Synopsis:

Yasmin Ahmad left a vibrant legacy, and it is still strange to talk about her in the past tense.

In order to deal with his grief, Amir Muhammad, fellow Malaysian filmmaker and friend, watched anew her six feature-length films (RABUN, SEPET, GUBRA, MUKHSIN, MUALLAF and TALENTIME), as well as several of her most popular commercials. Neither an obituary nor a conventional work of film criticism, this book was written just a month after her funeral and is Amir's personal look at the stories, but with quite a few tangents of his own.

Chatty and informative, YASMIN AHMAD'S FILMS can be devoured not only by established fans but newcomers to her work. It is also a tribute to one of Malaysia's most amazing daughters.

All the writer's royalties from the first edition will be donated to the MERCY- Yasmin Ahmad Fund for Children.

Pages: 248 (including 24 pages of colour photos)

ISBN: 9789834484521

Price: RM30

More info visit Amir's blog here.

[Readings@Seksan]

I'm happy. But I am nervous as hell.

[Tangerin & Nikotin]

(sumpah event ni best!)

Ini Cik Mimi Morticia. Seksi lagi puitis.

Ini Jerome Kugan. Aku suka gila blog, lagu dan rambut dia!

Ini Cik Durian. Poem kau mantap!

Ini memang makhluk puitis paling asing. Adam Kasturi.

Berdating selama 2 minit 27 saat.

[FurFarm]

..and we still pay no heed of the issue?

[EarthDay09]

[Salute]

Beyond words. My greatest appreciation to Mr. Muhammad Yunus.A person that moved a mountain!

[Domestic Violence]

My friend, Mizan gave me the links. Domestic violence it is.and it ain't cool even if you're Knightley (or Rihanna)

Choose the right man.
End domestic violence.



(Via Youtube and Perez)

[EarthHourMania!]

Earth Hour in just a few hours!

Switch them switches OFF!

*********

Some Earth Hour activities you can participate in are:

• Friday : 27th March : 7.30pm - 9.30pm.
Call to Arms @ Urbanattic, CapSquare, Persiaran CapSquare, Capital Square
Admission: Free.
In support of Earth Hour, Call to Arms, an alliance of bands and friends, has produced a compilation album of 14 original tracks entitled "Earth Hour". The CD featured seven local bands: Altered Frequency, Army of Three, FourLetterStory, PG165, Scene at the Movies, Unabashed and Under Headlights. This special edition album is sponsored by DiGi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd, and the 2,500 limited edition copies will be distributed free at participating DiGi outlets, as well as at various Earth Hour events.
* Find out about Deep Green, DiGi's business-wide sustainable initiative, here.

• Saturday : 28th March : 8.30pm till late.
Walk of Hope @ CapSquare, Persiaran CapSquare, Capital Square
Admission: RM10, with proceeds donated to WWF - Malaysia (for children 12 years and below, admission is free).
At exactly 8.30pm, CapSquare will be turning off its lights in support of WWF's Earth Hour. Dine by candlelight at CapSquare's F&B outlets and enjoy a host of low-powered shows such as: fire-eating, brass band performance, oriental drums performance, acoustic performances and a cheerleading performance. The walk will be led by a marching band and Charm All-Stars Cheerleaders. Tickets are available at www.axcess.com.my and by calling the Axcess Hotline: 03-7711 5000.

• Saturday : 28th March : 8.30pm - 9.30pm
YTL Earth Hour Celebrations @ Shook! Feast Village, Starhill Gallery, Bukit Bintang
Admission: Free.
The evening will be hosted by Malaysian celebrities Deborah Henry and Stephanie Chai, featuring a line-up of energy-saving activities, which will serve as examples that Malaysians can adopt in their everyday lives. Programme highlights include:

Storytelling
• Led by Malaysian astronaut, Dato’ Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar, who will share his experiences in space.

Acoustic Performances
• Be swooned by acoustic performances of local crooner Sean Ghazi and the sultry Deanna Yusoff.
• Young environmentalist and performer, Jes Ebrahim will be performing two new songs, to send a strong message on protecting and conserving the earth we live in. His performance will be accompanied by the environmental Tree Theatre Group.

Wayang Lampu by Projek Wayang
Be enthralled by the unique presentation and interpretation of shadow stage by the Five Arts Centre.

Local comedian Harith Iskander and actor Hans Isaac will also be at the event to keep thing lively.

• Saturday : 28th March : 7.30pm - 9.30pm.
Support Hope, Come Celebrate Earth Hour 2009 @ Main entrance of Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall
Admission: Free.

[DarahKeris]

UMNO General Assembly

March 24-28

CHANGE!

...must change to remain relevant!

[Books]

Havenly Sale.

[Q&A]

Today, it is my turn to take charge of Faculty of Education’s booth during our last day of UiTM Customer’s Day 2009. I went there around 11:05, five minutes late, and replaced Hani’s place beginning 11:00 up until 2:00 p.m.  Miss Azieyati and I were assigned to answer the questions by the public/visitors regarding our faculty; the courses offered, how-tos, and blahblahblah.

The event was a blast.  So many questions asked by not just the public, non-UiTM students, but also the undergraduates that currently taking their respective courses in UiTM. There were several questions asked;

    1. Saya dari course _________ tengah amek Diploma, boleh tak saya nak amek Degree in Education? Ada        benefits tak?

Ans: No. You have to re-apply, and re-learn everything.

2. Anak saya budak Matric, senang tak nak masuk TESL nih? Lepas grad kena jadi cikgu sekolah laa kan?

Ans: TESL? Teacher? God, I hate that stigma. I need 15 minutes to clarify and kill the myths. 

3. Abang budak Law ke?

Ans: Do I look like a lawyer to you? Can’t blame her though, I clad in grey shirt, black tie and black, unpolished shoes. 

4. Can I have your phone no.? We may contact later, you know?

Ans: Sure, sure. Writing on a piece of paper, and handed it to her. Believe me, she’s such a hottie, from OM (Office Management) She looks like a model, I think. Well, a man can dream.

I was asked by a friend of mine to join SIFE and I’m still thinking of it. If I’m about to join it, most probably I will resign from my post in PMFP. 

Conclusion:

1. I think we’re so darn lucky to be in TESL program. I can list you tens of reasons, for sure. So, taking it for    granted is a no-no.

2. TESL = Teacher is a myth. Go tell the whole world!

3. Good (looking) girls do come to such event. Hehehe.

4. UiTM is so rich, I think. The foods, the brochures, the exhibition, are totally awesome. UiTM memang di    Hatiku!

OF CRAVING

1. This is something BIG!

2. I miss my Caramel Macchiato with Hazelnut syrup. It's been months..

3. I want to try Green Tea Soy Latte!