Review: The Three Musketeers

A remake of a classic, The Three Musketeers departed from the traditional retelling of the legendary warriors of France. Is this a good move from the Director or will this be its downfall? The Three Musketeers was inspired by steampunk and flying ships. Add some "bullet time" and lots and lots of swashbucklery. A modern approach to the story gave this film lots of good entertainment. I must admit, if they stick to the old traditional retelling of the story, this movie would suck. Come on, hot women, lots of action and great destruction, what more could you ask for? The casting was great as each of the actors and actresses portrayed their character well. Milla Jovovich sexy portrayal of Milady de Winter upped the ante and I will watch this film over and over again just for her. The costume design was spectacular and the props make you feel you were really on that era. There is some minor detail, some items were not historically correct which I think was deliberately left out because the director is really aiming for a steampunk modern feel to an old story. The flying airship scenes reminded me of Pirates of the Caribbean and the fight scenes well, reminded me of The Matrix. Overall, if you are looking for eye candy and value for your money, this movie is for you. Hot men for ladies and hot women for the gentlemen. Everyone is a winner.

K Dental Studio

The usual reaction you will hear when you learn that you need to visit the dentist is either a sigh or an awe. I know, because that was my initial reaction reaction when I learn that I was invited into a free consultation to a dentist. All that changed when I finally arrived there, everything changed.

K Dental Studio as the name implied, is not a dental clinic at all. As you enter the studio, you will be greeted by a relaxing ambiance that you will never see in any other dental facility in the Philippines. There's a relaxing room and comfy sofas that you can relax on while waiting for your turn. The dentist, Dr. Karla Domingo, is a skilled practitioner and has a pleasing personality to boot. My stigma to dental clinics and dentists were finally gone when I met Dr. K and with a pretty face like that, I don't mind being on her operating chair all the time. Come visit the K Dental Studio at 1409 Medical Plaza Ortigas, San Miguel Ave., Pasig, Philippines and experience a one of a kind dental ecstasy. The studio is open on Mon - Sat: 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Visit their website at http://www.kdentalstudio.com/ and you can also like their Facebook page View the facility by clicking here

Steve Jobs: Loss of a Genius

It's been a few days since the passing of Apple's former CEO and founder Steven Paul "Steve" Jobs. Seven years after diagnosed, he succumbed to pancreatic cancer. Why is the world mourning over his loss? Find out why after the jump. Steve Jobs alongside Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne founded Apple in 1976. Since then, Apple became the forefront in computer sales with its technologically advanced machines . But it all slowed down as Bill Gates and his Microsoft overwhelmed Apple's sales. Later on jobs was fired from Apple (the company he had co-founded) and started a new company which is NeXT Computer in 1985. NeXT Computer was the computer used by Tim Berners-Lee, the father of the world wide web in his first ever server. To this point, Jobs made a very big contribution, directly or indirectly, to the modern life we had today. NeXT was acquired by Apple Inc. in 1997 and Jobs returned to the company he had co-founded. WebObjects, a technology of NeXT was used to build and run the Apple Store, MobileMe services, and the iTunes Store. The company subsequently branched out, introducing and improving upon other digital appliances. With the introduction of the iPod portable music player, iTunes digital music software, and the iTunes Store, the company made forays into consumer electronics and music distribution. On June 29, 2007, Apple entered the cellular phone business with the introduction of the iPhone, a multi-touch display cell phone, which also included the features of an iPod and, with its own mobile browser, revolutionized the mobile browsing scene. While stimulating innovation, Jobs also reminded his employees that "real artists ship",by which he meant that delivering working products on time is as important as innovation and attractive design. In August 2011, Jobs resigned as CEO of Apple, but remained at the company as chairman of the company's board due to his poor health. Jobs died at his home on October 5, 2011. His death was announced by Apple in a statement which read:

We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today. Steve's brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve. His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.

Also since October 5, 2011, Apple's corporate website greeted visitors with a simple page showing Jobs' name and lifespan next to his grayscale portrait. Clicking on Jobs' image led to an obituary that read

Apple has lost a visionary and creative genius, and the world has lost an amazing human being. Those of us who have been fortunate enough to know and work with Steve have lost a dear friend and an inspiring mentor. Steve leaves behind a company that only he could have built, and his spirit will forever be the foundation of Apple.

Because of his genius, Steve Jobs and his Apple Inc. set a standard in technological advancement and design. Whether we admit it or not, other companies adjusted to Apple's innovations and not the other way around.

DC Universe: The New 52

September is a going to be a milestone to DC comic book collectors around the world. Why? Because DC is rebooting 52 of its titles. Yes you read it right, rebooting 52 comic book titles, all back to issue #1. Before you violently react to the news. Read the whole story after the jump. The New 52 is a 2011 DC Comics event marking the publication of 52 new comic series and the release of the first issues of the new series. In September 2011, DC Comics consolidated and relaunched their comic lines, publishing new #1 issues for selected series, discontinuing some series, and introducing yet other series. The event receives its name from a previous DC event titled 52 in which DC Comics pushed all their comic series's continuities forward one year and published the 52 Vol 1 comic weekly for one year to explain the interim happenings in the DC universe. In my opinion, this is DC's move to target the new generation (pretty much what Hollywood producers do today) of comic book fans. It would be great for new readers to start collecting from issue #1, although some old school collectors may think of it as just a business strategy stint. look on the bright side, your old, pre-reboot comic books will cost a fortune in the years to come. Visit the DC Universe blog for the complete list of the new 52

R.I.P. Mark Errol D. Colipano

23 years old Mark Errol D. Colipano died yesterday August 28, 2011 in an accident at Novaliches, Quezon City. You can view the video of the news here

A former student of mine, Mark was known to be a prankster but loved by his friends. He was engaged to Carla Cuevo who is currently pregnant with thir baby. Truly, Mark's death shocked all the people who knew him.

Friends posted on his Facebook wall all their messages and condolences. He may never be online anymore and reply to the messages, but he'll still be online in our hearts. Mark, wherever you are, hope you find peace.