Movie: Should you Watch Along with The Gods?

I just came back from Malaysia recently, and while we were there, we watched this movie called Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds. I truly wanted to watch it as I've heard nothing but good things from friends who have seen it. I was convinced enough to want to watch it with or without anyone accompanying me. 

Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds is about Kim Ja-Hong (Starring Cha Tae-Hyun), a firefighter who lost his life saving a little girl. Together with his three guardians, Gang Rim (starring Ha Jung Wo), Dukchun (starring Kim Hyang Gi), and Haewonmak (starring Ju Ji-Hoon), they try to pass the seven trials of hell, each with a different god before he can be reincarnated. The three guardians try to help him, as when they help 49 paragons to be reincarnated, they can reincarnated themselves as well as choose who they want to be reincarnated as. 

As the movie progresses, you'd learn of the different 'sins' Kim Ja Hong had made and the reasons behind each one. I thought the film was quite thrilling and they were able to insert some humour in it. It was quite a film, as it made my heart go through such a roller coaster ride. I laughed, I felt sentimental, I was excited, I became sad, I became angry, and of course I cried. I'm not kidding when I say I bawled my eyes out at the end. Along with the Gods used a lot of computer generated graphics/visuals, and it wasn't really perfect. There were a lot of things they could have improved, but, all in all it was okay. 

I just have to mention how cool it was to see Haewonmak (starring Ju Ji-Hoon) and Gang Rim (starring Ha Jung Wo) jumping running around flinging their swords and long coats. They definitely looked like guardians to me. It sort of reminded me of Goblin: The Lonely and Great God (Starring Lee Dong Wook and Gong Yoo) when they saved the main female lead. Anyway, it was cool and makes me want to learn about the story behind the guardians. 

After watching the movie, I felt the need to self reflect. My eyes were aching cause I cried a lot. It even looked like it was swelling. It makes you look back upon your life and remember all the things you have done wrong. It makes you appreciate life more. It reminds you to live life to the fullest while trying to be a good person. 

The end of the film hinted a sequel, and I definitely will watch it once it comes out. 

As of 23rd February 2018

Along with the Gods The Two Worlds is my favourite movie

 It is definitely worth the watch. I will start to live better now. 

XOXO- Jaly

Publisher: Unknown - 9:20 PM

Event: Thaipusam 2018

Hi Everyone, I'm here with a post from my friend today, if you remember her from my last post, Fort Canning Park (Annabelle) 

It was valentines season in 2016 when I arrived here in Singapore. 

Two years had passed and I’m still lost in the city.

I spend my free days at home looking at the ceiling (literally) and browsing fb posts repeatedly. I never had the courage to explore different places alone.

Gladly, my friend Jaly come along. We agreed on doing things in just a glimpse and making it happen the soonest time, unexpectedly. 

One of the exciting things we planned to do is to witness different events being celebrated here in SG.

First event that we have witnessed together is the Thaipusam celebration. It's a festival celebrated by the Tamil community on the full moon in the Tamil month. This 2018, it was celebrated on the 31st of January. 

I was mesmerised seeing the devotees with their Kavadi.

Below are some photos we have taken.

The Ritual

The Kavadi-bearers

The Kavadi-bearer with two container at both ends may contain rice,milk or other articles that the devotee  vowed to offer.

Some devotees pierce their tongues with skewers.

Stay tuned for more upcoming events!

Cheers!

-MEA

Publisher: Unknown - 6:51 PM

Cheap or Free Places to go to in Singapore: Fort Canning Park

  Today, I'd like to start writing about something new. I have been living in Singapore for some time now and decided it was about time I shared some information and beautiful sceneries in this wonderful country. 

When I first arrived in Singapore. I was fascinated by its cleanliness, modernity, and of how safe it is to walk around alone as a woman, day OR night. I am happy that I'm able to work and live here safely. I am not scared of going out and worrying about getting my phone stolen, or be robbed or molested when going home after some drinks with my friends. 

I remember when I first arrived in Singapore, I looked up the best places to go to as well as the best places to eat at. I also found out that a lot of these places are expensive. Then again, according to The Economist Intelligence Unit, Singapore is the most expensive city in the world. Does that mean if you want to travel to Singapore, all of the place require a lot of moolah (money)? Not necessarily. I'm currently exploring the cheap/inexpensive parts of Singapore. So stay tuned as we share these places with you. 

Let's start it off with a place called Fort Canning Park. If you are a fan of parks/nature and history, I think you would enjoy this place. 

I went there with my friend, let's call her Annabelle. We decided to go to Fort Canning Park not knowing much about it, except that there was a nice park we can go to, to take photos. We didn't look it up much, but we were surprised by all of the things you can see there. 

Below are just some of the photos we have taken. If you want to see more, you can check out my Facebook page and my Instagram. 

When we first reached Fort Canning MRT, we were greeted by some art. 

Here is a map of Fort Canning Park 

We were definitely surprised that there were a lot of things you can check out. 

Here is my friend Annabelle posing for a quick pic.

The Fort Canning Arts Centre

Stay tuned for more! 

Xoxo

Jaly

Publisher: Unknown - 6:41 PM

Movie: Midnight Runners - Should you Watch it?

  Ever since I started watching Korean dramas, I just had to start watching Korean movies as well. I have recently found out about this film called Midnight Runners. Starring the handsome Park Seo-Joon and the adorable Kang Ha-Neul. I didn't wasn't able to watch the trailer, but I just knew I had to watch it. I mean, with these two boys as the main cast, why shouldn't I watch it? And? After that? Of course I was right to watch it right away. Can I just say though, there were some abs shown too, and I don't think you'll be disappointed!

Midnight Runners is about two police academy students, Gi-Joon (Park Seo-Joon) and Hee-Yeol (Kang Ha-Neul), and their night out looking for girls in a club. As the night progressed, they witness a young woman being kidnapped and decided to investigate. They tried reporting it to the police, but they found out that reporting a kidnapping was not as simple as they thought. They were told there were processes to follow, and it would take a long time, just for the police to start investigating. They were met with apathy, but they had nothing but empathy for the victim. They tried to investigate on their own.

Gi-Joon (Park Seo-Joon) was brought up by his single mother. He enrolled in the Police academy as he was penniless and there was no tuition to pay. He is not the brightest crayon in the box, but he makes up for it with brawn.

Hee-Yeol (Kang Ha-Neul) on the other hand comes from a well-off family, who apparently owns a butcher shop. He's also intelligent and, as he said, has great memory. Although, unlike Gi-Joon, lacks in the muscle department.

Midnight Runners is a comedy/action film. I was honestly laughing out loud a lot of times. I just loved Seo-Jun and Ha-Neul together. Their "Bromance Chemistry" was through the roof. I found them entertaining and it was thrilling to see what they were going to do next. They tried to investigate using the things they learned from school. Although, I should say that some of their ideas were a little unexpected/crazy.

I felt as if they were nothing but sincere with their friendship. They had the "best bro" act down. I was also not disappointed with the amount of fight scenes in the film. I'm not such a big fan of fight scenes, at least not anymore, so I thought it was sufficient for the movie. I preferred seeing their interactions throughout the film.

It was interesting to see these young men try to figure out how to save the victim, even though they knew that they might get expelled trying to investigate on their own. I have truly enjoyed this film, but I don't have such urge to give spoilers though.

I can only hope that most, if not all police trainees/students have the same empathy for victims and the same passion for justice. They may lack in one department, but make up for it through another. Midnight Runners, at first, was a light hearted film, but as it progressed, it makes me think about what can be improved in the justice system.

If you want some action, yet something light and entertaining, you can watch this instead. P.S. It made me a little teary eyed in the end.

I'll give it 4 out of 5 stars! 

Publisher: Unknown - 6:37 AM