A new chapter is starting in Kristen's life. This interview & photo spread is a marker in several ways. I say this not because she let her guard down (more about that in a minute.) This interview was geared towards an audience who hasn't been too concerned with her career up to this point. Her appearance in GQ can be viewed as when Kristen entered into the collective psyche of men fascinated by beautiful women. This a bit of an exaggeration, but the event is significant. She has steadily been gaining more admirers and this appearance is an acknowledgement that she is here now and aren't we glad to get a look at her.
I have always been an anomaly in that she got my attention 18 months ago. She captured my attention in Twilight, but as with many other guys (including Rob), she sealed herself into my consciousness with her performance in "Into the Wild."
Before I go into my analysis of the interview and the inevitable reactions, I want to comment on the pictures. Never worked out before, huh? Until now. She looks ripped. Look at her arms. Clearly Kristen has been getting lots of protein, sleep, and exercise. She says it gives her more energy too. Even if she doesn't keep this up, Kristen will continue to look amazing. But she has added a new dimension to her visual appeal.
A small part of me is concerned that she regrets this little slip. But I also think she knew this would happen eventually and she acknowledged that the effort in hiding was bothering her a bit.
I thought the interviewer did a good job. He appears to have connected with her and seems to get what is and isn't important to Kristen. He also seems to understand that she is a rare bird that some inflexible observers can't understand because she does not fit into the box labeled "21 year old female movie star." Understandably he wasn't aware (in advance) the level of interest there would be in what he prompted her to reveal. She made him aware and if she was pissed at first, she got over it quickly. Most people aren't up to speed on the intricacies and the intensity of the Twilight fandom and the level of obsession over her personal life. Kristen's estimation of Nonsten at 50% is way too high. I think the lunatic fringe is more like 15 to 20% but they make so much more noise.
What Kristen has been saying all along is still true. Her personal life being made into news/entertainment is a pet peeve to her Future interviewers are going to make the mistake of assuming that since the bottle was opened, that they can now ask her to compare/contrast Rob and Kristen to Edward and Bella. I anticipate some awkward moments in the near future.
There will also be some people not so invested in Twilight who will not react positively to this interview. Short sighted people think everyone is the same and that we all value a life at the center of attention.
I was shown this tweet last night.
"Just read the Kristen Stewart interview with GQ...I have never heard of a movie star complain so much about being successful".
I am sure there are much harsher comments than this. I don't want to see those comments if possible.
There is offering complaints and there is responding to questions. I think Kristen has handled the fact that she never wanted this kind of fame very well. She deals with a level of fame far beyond most celebrities. The critics that say Kristen is ungrateful view the world with narrow glasses and they don't get that not everyone values the same things. There allot of actors making a very good living who can go out everyday and live a pretty normal existence.
There were no complaints from her in that interview. She is honest about the reality of the life she lives. No one knew Twilight would make her one the most famous persons in the world. She was honest about the adjustments she had to make. She refuses to "play the game." To those that can't see the value in her honesty and desire not to conform to the boxes... Well, I feel sorry for these people. She raves about how much she loves the work she is doing. She admits to being uncomfortable in interviews. So what? These are things I love about her.
Kristen might be one the most famous introverts ever. That personality trait is another reason I am drawn to her. Most people draw energy from people and love being talked about. That is why extroverts always want to be around lots of people. For the introvert, energy is recharged when getting time off the radar with just yourself or very small groups.
Kristen is someone who hasn't gotten her ideal deck of cards. But I didn't hear one complaint in that interview. She has learned to accept things as they are. It's her explanations, when read by someone who thinks all people want & value the same lifestyle, that the narrow minded will interpret as "complaints.".
I have probably speculated too much on this blog on what is going on in Kristen's head. Usually after one of those speculations, I'll end up worrying that I could be WAY wrong. But I alway state that it is just a speculation/opinion. Then I decided to avoid talking about her personal life, though my opinions are on record. I know that if I ever spoke to her and asked her if there was anything that bothered her about the blog, she would probably ask me to lay off the personal stuff.
As for what finally was verbally confirmed: it makes mr feel less guilty about a post I did last December in which I speculated heavily on what I think she thinks. She sorta confirmed those speculations in GQ. That post was titled "The existence of Nonsten at this point is absurd." It had the most readers out of all of my posts.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Saturday, October 1, 2011
It's October & Kristen returns soon
There have been several good photos of Kristen since she has been in the UK. Not that this is a departure from when she is in California. She is one the most photographed persons in the world. She also likely holds a record as the person who avoids the most attempts at being photographed.
I've said this so many times as it continues to be true. Kristen seems to get prettier as she gets older. The foundation of a beautiful woman was there several years ago. But she has never placed much importance in just looking good. She was a working teenager who was brought up around brothers and the casual nature of California based parents, who I think had been part of the tail end of the counter culture movement. So she was less feminine when younger. That seems to be changing now. Girls with a tomboyish background usually turn into very easy going women. She seems to have every quality that fellows like myself would want in a companion. She has great domestic qualities & she can stun you with beauty without even trying. I'm sure she has a good bitchy side to her as well. That's necessary to keep a balance. If/when she gets assertive or demanding, I suspect she has enough credits to get her point across.
The pictures from the Snow White set, though while probably not authorized, are doing no harm to that production. The going to war pics will satisfy those that see Kristen as a Girl Empowerment symbol. The dress pics, revealing that perfect skin & some cleavage, will go into her growing collection of Sex symbol images. I keep that collection.
I apologize for not blogging more frequently. Though I am done making excuses. It was necessary for me to get away from the day to day. When it's not Kristen herself making the news, but rather others acting out because Kristen hasn't made news (or the kind of news they want, which usually involves her boyfriend) then I'll pass. I can catch up on everything I need to know in less than half an hour per week.
I appreciate those of you who accept that this blog is going to be random. That is how it started. I tried a weekly update for awhile and that lead to me becoming exposed to the negative side of this. If there was no one else taking on that loud contingent of deranged liars, then I would have to get dirty myself. Fortunately all the BS is challenged by competent bloggers who are well suited to it. So I just enjoy what I like to see.
It seems odd the last movie she was in that we have seen was Eclipse, which wrapped filming over two years ago. Now in the next six months, we get three movies. All of them BFDs. Plus lots of press. It will have been worth the wait.
Kristen has been in the UK at the perfect time of year. Its still warm and the Premier League just started. Charlize Theron is a known Chelsea fan. I also remember seeing an interview with RP when he said who his favorite English football club is. Does anyone remember what club that is? Let me know if you do. So I have been curious if Kristen has attended any matches. I plan to make my first trip over there in the spring. I'll do the typical tourist stuff but the real reason I am going is for the sport.
Take care
Dan
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I've said this so many times as it continues to be true. Kristen seems to get prettier as she gets older. The foundation of a beautiful woman was there several years ago. But she has never placed much importance in just looking good. She was a working teenager who was brought up around brothers and the casual nature of California based parents, who I think had been part of the tail end of the counter culture movement. So she was less feminine when younger. That seems to be changing now. Girls with a tomboyish background usually turn into very easy going women. She seems to have every quality that fellows like myself would want in a companion. She has great domestic qualities & she can stun you with beauty without even trying. I'm sure she has a good bitchy side to her as well. That's necessary to keep a balance. If/when she gets assertive or demanding, I suspect she has enough credits to get her point across.
The pictures from the Snow White set, though while probably not authorized, are doing no harm to that production. The going to war pics will satisfy those that see Kristen as a Girl Empowerment symbol. The dress pics, revealing that perfect skin & some cleavage, will go into her growing collection of Sex symbol images. I keep that collection.
I apologize for not blogging more frequently. Though I am done making excuses. It was necessary for me to get away from the day to day. When it's not Kristen herself making the news, but rather others acting out because Kristen hasn't made news (or the kind of news they want, which usually involves her boyfriend) then I'll pass. I can catch up on everything I need to know in less than half an hour per week.
I appreciate those of you who accept that this blog is going to be random. That is how it started. I tried a weekly update for awhile and that lead to me becoming exposed to the negative side of this. If there was no one else taking on that loud contingent of deranged liars, then I would have to get dirty myself. Fortunately all the BS is challenged by competent bloggers who are well suited to it. So I just enjoy what I like to see.
It seems odd the last movie she was in that we have seen was Eclipse, which wrapped filming over two years ago. Now in the next six months, we get three movies. All of them BFDs. Plus lots of press. It will have been worth the wait.
Kristen has been in the UK at the perfect time of year. Its still warm and the Premier League just started. Charlize Theron is a known Chelsea fan. I also remember seeing an interview with RP when he said who his favorite English football club is. Does anyone remember what club that is? Let me know if you do. So I have been curious if Kristen has attended any matches. I plan to make my first trip over there in the spring. I'll do the typical tourist stuff but the real reason I am going is for the sport.
Take care
Dan
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Saturday, August 27, 2011
Kristen in W
I had responded to one of the comments on my last post when "DG" asked me what i thought about the W photo-shoot. I had been a little hesitant to express my opinion on those pictures because I wasn't all excited. I said, in that comment a couple of weeks ago, that she was pretty but there are everyday natural pictures I liked more. And It didn't seem like the real Kristen. The way she looks when doing premieres and award shows is when we see how she can look if she wants. Everyday pictures in jeans (or spandex...lol) has always been enough to get my attention. So I just didn't think such a spread was necessary.
I had expressed this opinion to @nycrk1 and though she didn't say so, I could tell she wasn't thrilled at my reaction. And I can't blame her. There was so much hate going on when those pictures were posted. Hate that reached a new low with people hiding bundles of the magazine. That action reveals a deep jealousy based, truly crazed hatred. All that negative was happening and a guy you should be able to count on to be supportive wasn't being so. Once I started to reverse my opinion, then @nycrk1 explained to me just how big of deal those pictures are. I didn't understand the concept behind them until she told me but I kept seeing the pictures in random places. I am allowed to change my opinion, right? My first reaction doesn't always stick.
My initial reaction was: glad she is enjoying the success and prestige that goes with that kind of thing but the pictures..... What shaped this initial reaction more than anything else was my lack respect for that industry, especially the advertising. The way Madison Ave creates an image they call success, beauty, and happiness -- this has always annoyed me. They define happiness and they must invest heavily into anti-depressants because few can achieve their definitions. OK, that's an exaggeration but you see my point. The 124 pages of ads before the table of contents reinforced my ill opinion of that industry.
I actually saw the magazine while waiting to get a haircut. And that cover blew me away. Even though I had seen the pictures online, seeing the cover stunned me into a daze. The chic ready to cut my hair had a hard time getting my attention. If Kristen was portraying a 1960s French model or whatever, she gave that image a real boost. No one does facial expressions like Kristen. It was her facial expression that initially put me under her spell. These pouty, sex on the brain, expressions are very convincing. Now whenever I see the pics, I think, damn those are the sexiest pictures she has ever done and probably amongst the sexiest pictures I have seen and they barely revealed any skin.
So I apologize for my initial reaction & glad I didn't say much about it until now.
I don't have any other Kristen topics to discuss right now. She is working and I doubt she is as relaxed as she was when doing Breaking Dawn. I am still paying much less attention than I used to. For one, I have to avoid current stories/gossip because that content ALWAYS leads to something negative. I'll read the heavily moderated sites only. But even that type of content takes time that I no longer have.
The English Premiere League is taking all the time I have for entertainment these days. If you are from the UK and/or follow a club Soccer then you might check out my new blog First Impressions. I seriously doubt more than a few people that read this blog will care for it.
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Thursday, August 4, 2011
Post Comic Con Thoughts
I have been paying much less attention lately. In part because of work.
In part because of some new time consuming hobbies (FiFa11 on the Xbox
360, a new book series.) Even if the NFL season didn't happen, I now
really enjoy what the rest the world calls "football" just as much & my TV stays glued
to The Fox Soccer Channel. Hey, at least it's not FoxNews. I'll
mention the main reason for my recent avoidance in a moment.
I am trying to limit this blog to discussions about Kristen only If you have read my past entries, you already know why. You know we have new standard when it comes to male haircuts. So I took a hair razor (with the setting on #2) and commenced to emulating a certain someone's boyfriend's haircut. I thought for certain I would have women crawling all over me but it just hasn't worked out that way. Darn my luck. Lol.
I liked everything I saw of Kristen for both of her days at Comic Con.
She has gotten really good at this media thing. And she is still doing it her way. What you see is what she is. There is very little, if anything that is rehearsed. It all comes from the heart. She seems abundantly happy and hasn't had to budge on her principles in dealing with the public & media.
Breaking Dawn is looking like it will be pretty good. It's hard to remain interested in that story for so long. All that remains is to see what this group did between last Fall through the Spring. Hearing Kristen talk about it reinvigorates that interest. Another director now gushes over her talent, intuition, dedication, and technical skill in the film making process.
For Snow White and the Huntsman: if there is one aspect I don't think belongs it would be the title because of preconceptions many of us, including Kristen, have when hearing that name. This movie looks way more like "Game of Thrones," the book series consuming much of my free time lately, than anything close to Snow White. These preconceptions are actually misconceptions. I looked up Snow White on Wikipedia. This type of movie can fit into that old fairy tale. I know Kristen will do well. And if Universal does a good job, we will have new perceptions about Snow White.
I enjoyed how Charlize promoted the movie with her "bring it bitch" line at Comic Con. I like Charlize and I think she and Kristen will enjoy working together as long as they aren't "method acting." I have formed no opinions yet on the others involved. I think this has a chance of stealing allot of seats away from some other huge movies next Summer.
One part of ComicCon that I really enjoyed: there were a few girls there that recorded the whole SWATH panel discussion, yet some of those cameras never left Kristen even while she was silent for several minutes. Kristen seemed to sense this. These girls with video recorders had probably stood in line for at least a day to be sitting in that hall and they LOVE Kristen. On two occasions, I saw her look directly at a girl with a camera and give this sweet little smile and wave. That moment probably made the year for those girls. And I think Kristen knows this. This was the right venue to connect with fans. Kristen understands how these young girls (and some older) idolize her & she made a point to make them feel good. I was very impressed with her. Again.
So I have been keeping my head buried in the sand lately because of the never ending drama. Getting angry can sometimes serve a purpose if it drives us into action. At the same time, I don't to need to experience negative vibrations all the time. I can't relate to why people hate on this girl. So when I see it first hand, my tendency is to fight it. When I do fight it, nothing changes except now we have haters and an angry Dan.
When the negative affects me, its nobody's fault but mine. I was the one dumb enough to read GossipCop's account of the SWATH panel at Comic Con. Correction, not the article, but the comment section. I thought it would be safe as it wasn't about her personal life. After wasting two hours arguing with people who will always jump at every chance to hate on Kristen, I kinda stopped paying attention.
Hello Xbox. I am very grateful for the new BWAN blog. Let the pros fight that battle, though I would help them or others if asked.
I am not totally out of the loop. If something happens that I would want to know about, then I am told, thanks to @nycrk1
As for the name change of this blog: it was past time to do it. I never would have used the 'O' word had I known what this fandom was like. I knew very little when I started this blog in May, 2010. I never was obsessed. I watch from afar and it's a very small part of my life. I thought it was funny (to use that word) before I realized that the clinical definition is applicable to some. I am still Enamored and fascinated with Kristen and I probably will be for for awhile. She is one of a kind.
I am trying to limit this blog to discussions about Kristen only If you have read my past entries, you already know why. You know we have new standard when it comes to male haircuts. So I took a hair razor (with the setting on #2) and commenced to emulating a certain someone's boyfriend's haircut. I thought for certain I would have women crawling all over me but it just hasn't worked out that way. Darn my luck. Lol.
I liked everything I saw of Kristen for both of her days at Comic Con.
She has gotten really good at this media thing. And she is still doing it her way. What you see is what she is. There is very little, if anything that is rehearsed. It all comes from the heart. She seems abundantly happy and hasn't had to budge on her principles in dealing with the public & media.
Breaking Dawn is looking like it will be pretty good. It's hard to remain interested in that story for so long. All that remains is to see what this group did between last Fall through the Spring. Hearing Kristen talk about it reinvigorates that interest. Another director now gushes over her talent, intuition, dedication, and technical skill in the film making process.
For Snow White and the Huntsman: if there is one aspect I don't think belongs it would be the title because of preconceptions many of us, including Kristen, have when hearing that name. This movie looks way more like "Game of Thrones," the book series consuming much of my free time lately, than anything close to Snow White. These preconceptions are actually misconceptions. I looked up Snow White on Wikipedia. This type of movie can fit into that old fairy tale. I know Kristen will do well. And if Universal does a good job, we will have new perceptions about Snow White.
I enjoyed how Charlize promoted the movie with her "bring it bitch" line at Comic Con. I like Charlize and I think she and Kristen will enjoy working together as long as they aren't "method acting." I have formed no opinions yet on the others involved. I think this has a chance of stealing allot of seats away from some other huge movies next Summer.
One part of ComicCon that I really enjoyed: there were a few girls there that recorded the whole SWATH panel discussion, yet some of those cameras never left Kristen even while she was silent for several minutes. Kristen seemed to sense this. These girls with video recorders had probably stood in line for at least a day to be sitting in that hall and they LOVE Kristen. On two occasions, I saw her look directly at a girl with a camera and give this sweet little smile and wave. That moment probably made the year for those girls. And I think Kristen knows this. This was the right venue to connect with fans. Kristen understands how these young girls (and some older) idolize her & she made a point to make them feel good. I was very impressed with her. Again.
So I have been keeping my head buried in the sand lately because of the never ending drama. Getting angry can sometimes serve a purpose if it drives us into action. At the same time, I don't to need to experience negative vibrations all the time. I can't relate to why people hate on this girl. So when I see it first hand, my tendency is to fight it. When I do fight it, nothing changes except now we have haters and an angry Dan.
When the negative affects me, its nobody's fault but mine. I was the one dumb enough to read GossipCop's account of the SWATH panel at Comic Con. Correction, not the article, but the comment section. I thought it would be safe as it wasn't about her personal life. After wasting two hours arguing with people who will always jump at every chance to hate on Kristen, I kinda stopped paying attention.
Hello Xbox. I am very grateful for the new BWAN blog. Let the pros fight that battle, though I would help them or others if asked.
I am not totally out of the loop. If something happens that I would want to know about, then I am told, thanks to @nycrk1
As for the name change of this blog: it was past time to do it. I never would have used the 'O' word had I known what this fandom was like. I knew very little when I started this blog in May, 2010. I never was obsessed. I watch from afar and it's a very small part of my life. I thought it was funny (to use that word) before I realized that the clinical definition is applicable to some. I am still Enamored and fascinated with Kristen and I probably will be for for awhile. She is one of a kind.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Busy Summer. And a contradiction among some fans
I apologize for not updating (AGAIN)! Whenever I don't really have anything to say and I force a post, it's usually not that fun of a read. The posts that people enjoy are always spur of the moment reactions (to attacks on Kristen) that take very little time to write. This isn't one of those.
I have been busy but this week i am on vacation so my list of excuses is limited.
Kristen is one busy little bee. She is doing all sorts of physical stuff to get ready for this action movie, Snow White and the Huntsmen. It's a new experience for her and you know she is a perfectionist. Plus, though she isn't officially part of K11, I am guessing she is very involved. Who knows if she is actually going to be in that film but I suspect she is helping her mother quiet a bit.
I definitely had some preconceptions about Snow White and it didn't seem like a "Kristeny" type of selection. Yes, I am stealing that term from Michael Welch. I felt pretty certain she wouldn't play a damsel in distress. Unless that damsel fights back. I have read a few articles that say this movie is going to be very Kristenified. She is a gem and decision makers in Hollywood know that she is capable of delivering a great performance. I think she must be very excited about this. She has said more than once, that when it comes to selecting roles, the criteria is that it must make her feel as if she can't imagine the movie being made without her. Not as if others can't do the job, but she has to want it that bad, else it isn't worthwhile. So I have faith that this movie will be good. She is already working on it.
Yes I really enjoyed the spandex. I usually have a bit more restraint, especially to paparazzi shots, but when I saw those pics, my impulsive side got the best of me. I hardly ever tweet, yet I have tweeted about Kristen's butt a few times. I have always had a weakness for a pretty face. Combined with nice posterior and I am goner. I used to do Yoga at a beginners level.
It was always a challenge to get through those sessions if the girl in front of me had a nice backside. I would have to move to the front so I couldn't see anyone, else risk embarrassment.
I don't know if Kristen was actually doing Yoga, but whatever it is --- you take an already hot body and start doing Yoga or weight training --- things get even rounder and firmer. There is a lucky guy out there somewhere who also has the same level of appreciation for this best part of the female form
Change of Topic: And this is probably the real reason I haven't posted in awhile. I knew I would have to speak my mind. Some people might take offense. I have been biting my tongue for awhile. Please keep in mind that no one is being singled out. For the most part, this doesn't happen by those I follow on Twitter. But a Twitter search "Rob Kristen" shows all sorts of whining.
Waiting/Expecting/demanding a picture is wrong. I don't wish to judge people. And I know seeing their smiling faces is a potent mood elevator. Being dependent on this vicarious experience just isn't healthy. Plus, how can you want something you know they don't want
If a picture of Kristen with Robert happens, thats one thing. There is still the debate of creating a market for paparazzi. But in this case, I am referring to the unhealthy need for such pictures.
I said I will not discuss her personal life any more (though my opinions have not changed.) I am breaking that because some fan behavior is contradictory to wishing happiness for them. Kristen has said for a long time now that she didn't want to share this part of her life. Robert has said the same. So when they get to spend time together without being seen -- that is exactly what they want. As fans we should be happy they are getting what they want. What makes the two so appealing that even a few guys think what they have is really cool? A huge part of it is the anti-famewhore mentality. This distinguishes them and demonstrates that what they have is genuine. They want to see each other without being seen. What we saw on their last two public outings should have been more than enough reassurance and we aren't entitled to any. Hoping for a paparazzi shot "just so we can see how happy they are" is just wrong. The need for reassurance is annoying and unhealthy.
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I have been busy but this week i am on vacation so my list of excuses is limited.
Kristen is one busy little bee. She is doing all sorts of physical stuff to get ready for this action movie, Snow White and the Huntsmen. It's a new experience for her and you know she is a perfectionist. Plus, though she isn't officially part of K11, I am guessing she is very involved. Who knows if she is actually going to be in that film but I suspect she is helping her mother quiet a bit.
I definitely had some preconceptions about Snow White and it didn't seem like a "Kristeny" type of selection. Yes, I am stealing that term from Michael Welch. I felt pretty certain she wouldn't play a damsel in distress. Unless that damsel fights back. I have read a few articles that say this movie is going to be very Kristenified. She is a gem and decision makers in Hollywood know that she is capable of delivering a great performance. I think she must be very excited about this. She has said more than once, that when it comes to selecting roles, the criteria is that it must make her feel as if she can't imagine the movie being made without her. Not as if others can't do the job, but she has to want it that bad, else it isn't worthwhile. So I have faith that this movie will be good. She is already working on it.
Yes I really enjoyed the spandex. I usually have a bit more restraint, especially to paparazzi shots, but when I saw those pics, my impulsive side got the best of me. I hardly ever tweet, yet I have tweeted about Kristen's butt a few times. I have always had a weakness for a pretty face. Combined with nice posterior and I am goner. I used to do Yoga at a beginners level.
It was always a challenge to get through those sessions if the girl in front of me had a nice backside. I would have to move to the front so I couldn't see anyone, else risk embarrassment.
I don't know if Kristen was actually doing Yoga, but whatever it is --- you take an already hot body and start doing Yoga or weight training --- things get even rounder and firmer. There is a lucky guy out there somewhere who also has the same level of appreciation for this best part of the female form
Change of Topic: And this is probably the real reason I haven't posted in awhile. I knew I would have to speak my mind. Some people might take offense. I have been biting my tongue for awhile. Please keep in mind that no one is being singled out. For the most part, this doesn't happen by those I follow on Twitter. But a Twitter search "Rob Kristen" shows all sorts of whining.
Waiting/Expecting/demanding a picture is wrong. I don't wish to judge people. And I know seeing their smiling faces is a potent mood elevator. Being dependent on this vicarious experience just isn't healthy. Plus, how can you want something you know they don't want
If a picture of Kristen with Robert happens, thats one thing. There is still the debate of creating a market for paparazzi. But in this case, I am referring to the unhealthy need for such pictures.
I said I will not discuss her personal life any more (though my opinions have not changed.) I am breaking that because some fan behavior is contradictory to wishing happiness for them. Kristen has said for a long time now that she didn't want to share this part of her life. Robert has said the same. So when they get to spend time together without being seen -- that is exactly what they want. As fans we should be happy they are getting what they want. What makes the two so appealing that even a few guys think what they have is really cool? A huge part of it is the anti-famewhore mentality. This distinguishes them and demonstrates that what they have is genuine. They want to see each other without being seen. What we saw on their last two public outings should have been more than enough reassurance and we aren't entitled to any. Hoping for a paparazzi shot "just so we can see how happy they are" is just wrong. The need for reassurance is annoying and unhealthy.
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Friday, June 10, 2011
In response to "Rich Hippies"
This is part of what Lainey said in a post called "Rich Hippies"
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Of course you can pose pretty for pictures and be a basketcase on stage. The point is that not everyone is buying it. And that’s Sarah position on Stewart – that she’s polarising no matter what, it’s out of her control. Sarah maintains that Stewart is very, very, VERY shy, which accounts for the awkwardness and that we shouldn’t pick on a kid for being an introvert. Sasha on the other hand attributes the patented Stewart public discomfort to a case of Rich Hippy-ness which also makes a lot of sense:
“Have you ever met a white rich girl who gets dreads and wear cheap hemp clothes. It’s like they want to reject everything they are – which is RICH and ELITE – and R-patz and Kristen act all awkward and homely for that same reason. It’s annoying to me.”
Kinda like another version of Gwyneth Paltrow? Right?
As you know, if you’ve been reading my site long enough, I like Kristen Stewart. Oftentimes I’m a Stewart apologist. I find her interesting and I want to see her (other) movies. But it’s exhausting watching her so exhaustingly exhausted by the crushing burden of her fame. You ever been around one of those “artist/writer/painters” and they FEEL more than you, and they despair harder than you, and sometimes you think – holy sh-t, you are working so hard to be miserable? On some level you have to wonder if she works at being awkward, has to remind herself to NOT be comfortable, you know what I mean? The Rich Hippy takes her shoes off right after the carpet because she’s more comfortable eating tree bark than wearing leather heels.
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I doubt she will run my email, so I thought would post it.
Lainey,
It's genuine, imo. And there are some of us who have dealt with anxiety in public without having significant underlying emotional issues. It's genetic to some degree. I think she does have some hippie nature to her, but the kind that emphasizes acceptance. I saw an interview where she said someone advised her to be more "bubbly." She said she would hate herself for doing that because she knows it wouldn't be real. If that makes her a rebel for rejecting the Hollywood culture then so what? Good for her. Kristen is very comfortable making movies but that red light indicating "live" sends a shiver down her. She recognizes it for what it is and has learned to accept it. This attitude in time makes people comfortable. Last Sunday I saw no awkwardness.
If you are referring to her not kissing her bf on live TV, I think that is a rebellion to the obsession people have about them. They aren't trying to capitalize on their situation. They are trying to live a normal life. I don't think she is saying "I'm unhappy because of this burden of fame." I think she is happy but she will never conform to the boxes that some people want her to fit into. I love this about her. It's a huge reason I am a fan. I never paid attention to celeb culture and would never read sites likes yours (no offense intended) if it wasn't for Kristen. She is one of kind. That makes some rather shallow minded critics want to drag her back to the pack and say she is no different than the rest of the famewhores.
I should defend Rob, too, but I'll let someone else do that. I do think he is genuine as well. Again, some people are either threatened or they are too shallow to accept those that don't color within the lines.
dano
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Of course you can pose pretty for pictures and be a basketcase on stage. The point is that not everyone is buying it. And that’s Sarah position on Stewart – that she’s polarising no matter what, it’s out of her control. Sarah maintains that Stewart is very, very, VERY shy, which accounts for the awkwardness and that we shouldn’t pick on a kid for being an introvert. Sasha on the other hand attributes the patented Stewart public discomfort to a case of Rich Hippy-ness which also makes a lot of sense:
“Have you ever met a white rich girl who gets dreads and wear cheap hemp clothes. It’s like they want to reject everything they are – which is RICH and ELITE – and R-patz and Kristen act all awkward and homely for that same reason. It’s annoying to me.”
Kinda like another version of Gwyneth Paltrow? Right?
As you know, if you’ve been reading my site long enough, I like Kristen Stewart. Oftentimes I’m a Stewart apologist. I find her interesting and I want to see her (other) movies. But it’s exhausting watching her so exhaustingly exhausted by the crushing burden of her fame. You ever been around one of those “artist/writer/painters” and they FEEL more than you, and they despair harder than you, and sometimes you think – holy sh-t, you are working so hard to be miserable? On some level you have to wonder if she works at being awkward, has to remind herself to NOT be comfortable, you know what I mean? The Rich Hippy takes her shoes off right after the carpet because she’s more comfortable eating tree bark than wearing leather heels.
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I doubt she will run my email, so I thought would post it.
Lainey,
It's genuine, imo. And there are some of us who have dealt with anxiety in public without having significant underlying emotional issues. It's genetic to some degree. I think she does have some hippie nature to her, but the kind that emphasizes acceptance. I saw an interview where she said someone advised her to be more "bubbly." She said she would hate herself for doing that because she knows it wouldn't be real. If that makes her a rebel for rejecting the Hollywood culture then so what? Good for her. Kristen is very comfortable making movies but that red light indicating "live" sends a shiver down her. She recognizes it for what it is and has learned to accept it. This attitude in time makes people comfortable. Last Sunday I saw no awkwardness.
If you are referring to her not kissing her bf on live TV, I think that is a rebellion to the obsession people have about them. They aren't trying to capitalize on their situation. They are trying to live a normal life. I don't think she is saying "I'm unhappy because of this burden of fame." I think she is happy but she will never conform to the boxes that some people want her to fit into. I love this about her. It's a huge reason I am a fan. I never paid attention to celeb culture and would never read sites likes yours (no offense intended) if it wasn't for Kristen. She is one of kind. That makes some rather shallow minded critics want to drag her back to the pack and say she is no different than the rest of the famewhores.
I should defend Rob, too, but I'll let someone else do that. I do think he is genuine as well. Again, some people are either threatened or they are too shallow to accept those that don't color within the lines.
dano
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Post MTVMA thoughts
Lots of nice things happened this past Sunday night. You know if you have read some of my entries here that I wouldn't not be watching this type of event --- at all --- if it weren't for the high opinion I have of Kristen Stewart.
As always, Kristen gets more beautiful every time she makes an appearance.
The only reason I know half of the names I saw is because I follow entertainment news strictly because of Kristen and I learn about others as I am trying to get to the Kristen news. Though I ignored celeb news in the past, I have always loved movies. The names I know are now picking up the generation awards. The class of Reese Witherspoon is something I want to touch on. What an incredible career she has had to date. If you haven't seen Election with Matthew Broderick, then you missed one of the better films of the 90s. And Freeway with Keifer Sutherland. I was so happy to see her get the Oscar for Walk the Line, a film in which she and J. Phoenix honored the life of a man I idolized. I am pleased to learn she and Kristen have struck up a friendship. Kristen has no shortage of mentors, but Reese would be a good one. I felt her comments (possible to make it in Hollywood without a reality show) didn't strike out at anyone in particular, but rather validated/complimented the way Kristen has chosen to conduct her personal life.
My admiration for Kristen includes the people she chooses to spend her time with. I believe Robert when he said she was a great judge of character. I decided last month that I plan to avoid discussing her relationship because I don't think she wants it being discussed. If people didn't obsess on it, then maybe she wouldn't mind. However, when Kristen is attacked by hateful idiots I may poke fun at their stupidity as my last post did.
Like Kristen, Rob is one of a kind. His bizarre behavior is pure and refreshing and Sunday night was classic Rob. Why hire a media coach and ruin his natural bizarre way of thinking and acting when he is having such a good time? It's very entertaining. Kristen and Robert both have an integrity that one wouldn't expect to find in that group. I want her to be happy as she embarks on a life in which I think she will entertain me and others for many years to come. She seems very happy. So I hope there are very few changes in the personal department. But it's not my business.
I was disappointed in some of the reactions I saw after the Best Kiss award. Come on!!! Did anyone think these two would kiss on national television? Never. No one should have hoped for or expected that. It's an example of people projecting their values and expectations onto people who are in a situation none of us can imagine. Plus, the reason they won't, that reserved personality that would rather blend in than seek the spotlight, is a huge factor in why I think so highly of this young lady.
I thought the trailer for Breaking Dawn Part I was pretty damn good. I am so looking forward to it. I have no doubts these last two movies are going to be much better than the previous three. Bella squeezing Charlie's hand set the tone of the trailer and Rob's voice over stepped it up notch. Reports from the MTVMAs had those two getting excited on stage while the trailer played. It seems they are so pumped about this movie. Kristen's ET Weekly interview on Breaking Dawn revealed allot of genuine emotion about this project. I am just as excited to see the press that will precede the release date. Then after BD Part I, we get On the Road, which might warrant some awards. It will be an amazing time for Kristen fans between October through this time next year. Then a short summer before BD part II.
As always, Kristen gets more beautiful every time she makes an appearance.
The only reason I know half of the names I saw is because I follow entertainment news strictly because of Kristen and I learn about others as I am trying to get to the Kristen news. Though I ignored celeb news in the past, I have always loved movies. The names I know are now picking up the generation awards. The class of Reese Witherspoon is something I want to touch on. What an incredible career she has had to date. If you haven't seen Election with Matthew Broderick, then you missed one of the better films of the 90s. And Freeway with Keifer Sutherland. I was so happy to see her get the Oscar for Walk the Line, a film in which she and J. Phoenix honored the life of a man I idolized. I am pleased to learn she and Kristen have struck up a friendship. Kristen has no shortage of mentors, but Reese would be a good one. I felt her comments (possible to make it in Hollywood without a reality show) didn't strike out at anyone in particular, but rather validated/complimented the way Kristen has chosen to conduct her personal life.
My admiration for Kristen includes the people she chooses to spend her time with. I believe Robert when he said she was a great judge of character. I decided last month that I plan to avoid discussing her relationship because I don't think she wants it being discussed. If people didn't obsess on it, then maybe she wouldn't mind. However, when Kristen is attacked by hateful idiots I may poke fun at their stupidity as my last post did.
Like Kristen, Rob is one of a kind. His bizarre behavior is pure and refreshing and Sunday night was classic Rob. Why hire a media coach and ruin his natural bizarre way of thinking and acting when he is having such a good time? It's very entertaining. Kristen and Robert both have an integrity that one wouldn't expect to find in that group. I want her to be happy as she embarks on a life in which I think she will entertain me and others for many years to come. She seems very happy. So I hope there are very few changes in the personal department. But it's not my business.
I was disappointed in some of the reactions I saw after the Best Kiss award. Come on!!! Did anyone think these two would kiss on national television? Never. No one should have hoped for or expected that. It's an example of people projecting their values and expectations onto people who are in a situation none of us can imagine. Plus, the reason they won't, that reserved personality that would rather blend in than seek the spotlight, is a huge factor in why I think so highly of this young lady.
I thought the trailer for Breaking Dawn Part I was pretty damn good. I am so looking forward to it. I have no doubts these last two movies are going to be much better than the previous three. Bella squeezing Charlie's hand set the tone of the trailer and Rob's voice over stepped it up notch. Reports from the MTVMAs had those two getting excited on stage while the trailer played. It seems they are so pumped about this movie. Kristen's ET Weekly interview on Breaking Dawn revealed allot of genuine emotion about this project. I am just as excited to see the press that will precede the release date. Then after BD Part I, we get On the Road, which might warrant some awards. It will be an amazing time for Kristen fans between October through this time next year. Then a short summer before BD part II.
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