Tag Archives: TV

Singapore Today: People Paying Respects to Mr Lee Kuan Yew

Posted on March 27, 2015 by bookjunkie

Saw the Singapore flag at half mast at a mosque at Jalan Eunos. Moving scenes on TV. I think Mr Chiam See Tong is a class act. It was heartwarming to see PM Lee greeting him. Scenes reflecting the importance … Continue reading →

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Downton Abbey & Memories

Posted on September 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

I’ve been hooked by the magic of Downton Abbey. The characters feel so real to me and I think about them even after the show is over. I feel concern for them. Is that silly or what? I’m the same … Continue reading →

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Stumbled Across The Avengers at Nex & it Brought Back Childhood Memories

Posted on April 28, 2012 by bookjunkie

I don’t know much about The Avengers, but it looks exciting and I want to watch the movie now. Spotted an exhibition of sorts at Nex and as you can tell from the pictures, my favourite superhero amongst them is … Continue reading →

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TV in India was very Interesting (Salman Rushdie & Jay Leno in the News)

Posted on February 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

The news was taken by a couple of controversies. The prevention of Salman Rushdie from coming to India for a literary festival in Jaipur. He was blocked due to political advantage as the elections were coming up. The other controversy … Continue reading →

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The Noose: SMRT & Spot on Singaporean Indian Accent

Posted on January 2, 2012 by bookjunkie

Most people who try to do a heavy Singaporean Indian accent fail miserably. Suhaimi Yusof on The Noose, nailed it. Chua Enlai does the Aussie accent. What do Australians think? Was it good? [youtube]AtkgtU6fz1Y[/youtube]

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The Revolutionary 1984 Mac Ad

Posted on December 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I may have seen this as a kid and most likely didn’t understand it. But it sure is amazing to watch decades later. If something can stand the test of time then it must really be great. What were your … Continue reading →

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Tea for the Tillerman by Cat Stevens

Posted on December 14, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have this song stuck in my head. Brilliant pick by Ricky Gervais and it appears at the end credits of one of my favourite shows Extras. I love comedies that are intelligent, poignant and more like real life. I … Continue reading →

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I Absolutely Love Robin Williams & here he is on Ellen

Posted on November 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I am quite sure my mum and aunts love him too. There is just something so sweet about Robin Williams. I have been watching him on TV since I was a kid. He was Mork then. And I was truly … Continue reading →

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Little Sophia Grace and her cousin Rosie on Ellen

Posted on October 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I’ve been posting these videos on Twitter, but this is for everyone not on Twitter.  You have just got to see this little ballerina girl.  Sophia Grace and her cousin Rosie, who’s rapping video of singer Nicki Minaj’s ‘Super Base’ … Continue reading →

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Modern Family’s Mistake? – Recasting Baby Lily

Posted on September 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I thought the twins who played Baby Lily and who had a legion of fans were so adorable and irreplacable. This is what is on their twitter page right now, as they have been replaced: Retired at age 2 3/4. … Continue reading →

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