Eat, Pray, Love (The Movie) - Review

The story of an American women, Elizabeth Gilbert, who decides to leave New York to Italy to eat, to India to pray and to Bali to love, after her divorce. Since, the book is a bestseller, Hollywood decided to make a movie.. and..

What a disappointment!! Having read the book, I was super excited to watch the movie with my friends but the movie was simply boring and way too long (2 hours and 15 minutes).

Some positive points: Julia Roberts is amazing! And we did not leave the theater because we wanted to see Javier Bardem.. and he was worth the wait!!!

Our advice: READ THE BOOK and forget about the movie!

Click HERE to watch the trailer!

- Lili -

KL48Hour Competition

48 Hour Film Project is a competition, whereby participating teams are given exactly 48 hours to write, shoot and edit a short film. The competition has been held in 90 cities and 27 countries, and for the first time in ten years, it is going to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The KL 48 Hour Film Project will take place during the weekend of Oct 29-31. Participating teams will gather at Finas (Perbadanan Kemajuan Filem Nasional Malaysia) in Hulu Kelang on Oct 29. When the competition kicks off at 7pm, team leaders will be given a character, a prop and a line of dialogue, which need to be included in the film. The genre of the film will be randomly picked off a hat. The finished production should be dropped off at Finas at 7.30pm on Oct 31. Late submission will be disqualified, however still screened on the day of screening.

All films will be screened on November 6 at the Colliseum Theatre, Kuala Lumpur. On the same day, awards will be given. Two members of the team winning the Best Film award, will represent Malaysia at Filmapalooza during Miami Film Festival 2011.

Here are some tips from Malaysian filmmaker Khairil Bahar to the competing teams:

Prepare: Prepare your things (Prop, equipment) before hand. Also practice your filmmaking skills

Test: When you have your equipments ready, especially your camera, test it. Make sure it functions the way you want it to.

Simple: Keep things simple. Don’t complicate yourself. Use things that you already have and base everything around the things you have. You can even base the film on your personal experience.

Cast: Select actors who are really passionate about acting. Be sure they listen to you.

Story: Story is the most important. When you have a good story, the rest doesn’t matter as much.

Originality: Make something new. Don’t make something that will bore your audience.

So, are you ready to film? For those of you who are interested, you can find more info at http://kl48hourfilm.com/.

Two teams have registered to represent HELP so far and the registration is still going on. Early birds (registering before Oct 4) will be charged only RM350 of registration fees, whereas late comers will be charged RM400.

For the competing teams, Good Luck and make HELP proud.

- Aimi Wan -

Meet and Greet

After the launch of the new book of Amir Muhammad "120 Malay Movies", MMS is organizing an other event: "Meet and Greet" the producers of the KL 48Hour Film Project, filmmaker Khairil Bahar and take a peek into Canon's latest babies!!

DETAILS:

Date: 29 September 2010

Venue: Theatrette, MainBlock

Time: 12pm - 2pm

The Kuala Lumpur 48 Hour Film Project happens when filmmakers
from all over Malaysia compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours! 48 hours to write, shoot and edit! This year, the competition will start on October 29 and finish on the 31st.

For more info about the competition, click HERE

- Lili -

T-Shirt Design Contest

The Student Council is organizing a T-Shirt Design Contest to design our Department's T-shirt!!

What do you have to do?

Simply design your T-Shirt and send it by October 4 to:

reshma_sanghvi@hotmail.com

OR

helpcommstudentcouncil@gmail.com

Good luck!!!

- Lili -

Runway 101: The Semi-final

The pressure is on as the 21 semifinalists as they presented their best poses and catwalk in front of the cheering crowd during Runway 101’s semifinal s Wednesday. The event was held at the Lower Foyer of HELP's Main Block.

Participants were to present their designated theme of clothing given by the judges namely, Bohemian Princess and New York Glam. The event kicked off at noon with host Shannon Goh welcoming the judges Sabrina, Dennis and Stéfanie.

Each participant was required to do a catwalk and strike a few poses before retreating for a 30-minute break. Results were then announced whereby the participants were shortlisted to 12 finalists.

Kimberley Han, who was a first timer in a model-searching competition, said she felt great that she was chosen as a finalist.

“It just makes me so overwhelmed and proud of myself,” she said.

Another finalist is Saki Gao said she never thought of becoming a finalist as there are a lot of new things she has to learn.

"I will try my best, no matter what is the result, " added Saki.

The event ended with a group photo shoot with the finalists. All pictures are courtesy of IPRMSA.

Here is the list of finalists for the competition:

1. Kimberley Han

2. Melanie

3. Symren

4. Michelle

5. Jade

6. Jo-Ann Tan

7. Zara

8. Mikko

9. Saki

10. Aurelia Ann

11. Simren

12. Debbie Chen

-Charlotte Lee & Chan Hoi Cheong-

120 Malay Movies Book Launch

Amir Muhammad was at HELP yesterday to launch and promote his latest book offering '120 Malay Movies'. Students filled up the theatrette to watch montages on old malay films and listen to Amir's comments on them. Many laughed and were amused by clips of these humorous films as most young people may not have seen most of this movies which were shot from the 40s to the 70s. Amir then gave his thoughts on these films in a unconventional yet witty way. You could tell that he had a lot of appreciation for films made during that time. The talk was then followed by a Q&A session between Amir and the audience which sparked a lot of interesting questions being asked by students. Many students also took this opportunity to purchase the book as well as get it signed by Amir.

Before the event, we managed catch up with the down to earth author and have a lil chat with him. The interview can be seen below:

Runway 101: Ticket Purchasing Process

IPRMSA will start to sell the tickets to attend the Grand Finale of the Runway 101, this Wednesday 22nd September! We don't have to remind you that the event is THE event of the semester! We've heard that celebrities will attend the Finale...

How to get your tickets?

1st step:

Choose between the two types of tickets:

RM30 or RM50 (Front row tickets)

2nd step:

Order the tickets by emailing your order at runway101@hotmail.com.

Provide your name, phone number, email, the type and number of tickets you want.

An invoice will be sent to your email address

3rd step:

Bring your invoice number to collect your tickets

Hurry up to get the best seats!!

- Lili -

Runway 101: The Auditions

Putting their best foot forward. That is the phrase used to describe participants who were at the Runway 101 Auditions held recently in HELP. A total of 50 students from different faculties took part in the two-day event held separately in Wisma HELP, Level 5 and Main Block Lower Foyer.

The two judges, Dennis Khor Chen Weng, Organizing Chairperson as well as Stéfanie , the member of the event’s Publicity team were spoilt for choices as participants are well-versed in different aspects from their appearances to ability to stay cool amid scrutiny from the latter.

"It is like choosing the best among the best as we really have quite a number of good-looking participants," said Dennis after the auditions have ended.

During the interview, Dennis also added that ‘detail is perfection and perfection is no detail,’ as a tip for those who participated in the auditions.

It was certainly nerve-breaking for those who gave a try as they faced tough questions from the judges and the flashing lights of the camera in the audition room while performing a simple catwalk. Nevertheless, they still managed to put up their best in the hopes of impressing the judges as well as reaching the semifinal.

Kavitha Selvam, who were among the first few to enter, said that she used her smile to cover up her nervousness and answered all the questions from the judges.

"I didn’t lose my confidence although this is considered my very first audition," Kavitha added.

Organized by IPRMSA, Runway 101 is a model-searching competition in campus for those enjoying the glitter and glamour of being a model and at the same time gaining new experience.

As to date, a total of 22 participants have been shortlisted for the semifinal set for this Wednesday at Main Block’s Lower Foyer from 12 p.m. onwards and admission is free for all students and lecturers.

Pictures of 2 contestants, in no particular order. All pictures are courtesy of IPRMSA.

-Charlotte Lee & Chan Hoi Cheong-

From 30% to 50% discount @ Borders -Timesquare

Until this Sunday, 19th September, you will get 30% to 50% discount on ALL books @ Borders -Timesquare (1st Floor)

In addition, you can buy CDs for only RM5!

(I bought a super book about Hong Kong and Macau for only RM35)

-Lili-

Amir Muhammad's 120 Malay Movies Book Launch

Amir Muhammad is back at HELP to launch his latest book, 120 Malay Movies:

DETAILS:

Date: 22nd September 2010

Venue: Theatrette, Lower Foyer

Time: 12pm - 2pm

The launch includes an hour-long talk by Amir, in which a film montage edited by Amir will also be shown. There will also be a Q & A session. The book will, of course, be available for sale.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Amir Muhammad is a Malaysian writer, publisher and movie-maker. His films include the banned-in-Malaysia documentaries THE LAST COMMUNIST and VILLAGE PEOPLE RADIO SHOW. He set up Matahari Books in 2007 to publish non-fiction and film-related books.

Mr H.U.C.K

We have the Runway 101 for girls and now... we have the Mr H.U.C.K for GUYS!!

It is open to all male students from HELP University College!

What do you need to do? Simply Register at DSA (Main Block or Wisma) and start campaign on the MR HUCK Blog and the Facebook Group.

Below the video promo:

DHL Student Discount

DHL University Express makes sure that you enjoy student discount 20% on all international Express4You shipments and is also applicable for all international shipments destined for any educational institution worldwide.

How?

- Present your valid student ID from any college or university.

- Only applicable for cash or credit card transactions

- Only applies to International Outbound Express Shipments addressed to any educational institution worldwide or to students of higher education institutions with a valid student ID.

- Not applicable for Domestic, Global Mail, Jumbo, Express Pallet or any DHL Global Forwarding shipments

- Not applicable for surcharges (e.g. Remote Area Surcharge, fuel surcharge), value-added services (e.g. Time Definite Delivery) and Shippers Interest Insurance

- Can NOT be redeemed in conjunction with any discounts/prizes

- DHL have the right to refuse offering the discount if they doubt that your student ID is valid.

For more info, click HERE!

- Lili -

Runway 101's Video Promotion

Yet again, IPRMSA is showing us that they can create awesome videos! Have a look at their latest one while listening to Lady Gaga's song "Fashion"!

- Lili -

International Students Ball

HELP's Event Managing Club & International Students Society are proud to present:

International Students Ball - Neon Noche a.k.a. Neon Night

18 September 2010 (Saturday night)

6pm – 12am

Dynasty Hotel

Ticket: RM70 for early birds

Dress Code: Formal

***Transportation from HELP > Dynasty Hotel (and back) is provided for FREE***

Be blown away with the line up they have prepared for you! This ball will not be just like any other ball. They aim to bring you back to the 70's, but in current Trend and Style.

This ball is open to everyone, especially international students and those who are interested in this event are most welcomed!

Come dressed up in Today's latest fashion, but with the 70's "neonic" colors (e.g. Hot Pink, Striking Blue, Loud Yellow, and so on)! For example, ladies can wear evening gowns with striking colors while gentlemen can sport black tuxedos with striking colored shirt and tie on the inside.

Let's funk up the night!

For more info, click HERE!

- Lili -

Runway 101 is BACK!

Runway 101, organized by IPRMSA, is back with a bang and this time its louder, bigger and has more attractive prizes to be won.

Runway 101 is open for all female students of HELP University College to bring out their hidden talent and dying passion to become a model. This show will give students a platform to achieve their dream on to become a model and at the same time give them real-life experience on modeling world.

This year, the profit from Runway 101 will go to MERCY Malaysia, which is a volunteer relief organization that provides medical and humanitarian services to the needy.

Winner of Runway 101 will have a lifetime opportunity to own a gown from Malaysia's top designers: Amir Luqman.

So girls, what are you waiting for? Come join the audition!

Audition Dates:

15 September, 2010

Wisma HELP - Activity Room 2 and 3 (Level 5)

10am to 4pm

17 September, 2010

Main Block - Lower Foyer

10am to 4pm

For more info, click HERE! Or wait September the 13th to receive their flyers around HELP.

Public Talk by the MD and CEO of MAS

Even if the event is organized by the Faculty of Business, Economics & Accounting Department of Business Studies, ALL students are welcome!

Tengku Dato' Azmil Zahruddin bin Raja Abdul Aziz, Managing Director & Chief Excutive Officer of Malaysia Airlines will give a public talk about the opportunities and challenges in managing an international airlines.

September 6, 2010

9.30am to 10.30am

KA-A1, Level 4, KPD-A

The event is Free!

Register your name, ASAP, at:

Department of Business Studies, Level 2, KPD-A

First Come, First Serve