Posts by Ronald Ramirez8

Are people currently under quarantine allowed to leave their homes if they need to go get tested?

To be perfectly honest, I just can't get behind Anne Hathaway. There’s simply nothing there for me. It’s the same story with Renée Zellweger. In every single role she takes on, I find myself stuck on that repetitive facial expression—that sort of half-smile mixed with an undefined grimace. I just can't stomach it.

I really wish this would make its way over here to us, but I doubt it will. Across the US, only a handful of states are even planning to screen the movie, and even then, it won't be until August. Sigh.

I went in for an eye exam recently, and I made my concerns very clear from the start. I told the optometrist right away that my vision felt blurry through the trial lens in my right eye. His response? He insisted it was perfectly normal and claimed the difference was practically imperceptible. So, I went ahead, ordered the lenses, and paid full price $400 for my new glasses. But when they finally arrived, the reality set in: the prescription was wrong, and my vision was undeniably blurry.
The technician at the optical shop tried to brush it off, telling me it’s standard to experience some blurriness and even a bit of nausea when adjusting to new lenses. I gave it a week, trying to be patient and let myself acclimate.
Eventually, I decided to get a second opinion during a free screening at a different local clinic. The specialist there was incredibly thorough; she actually sat down with me and tested various lenses until my vision was crystal clear.
It turns out the first doctor completely botched the cylinder axis for both eyes and over-corrected my right eye significantly. Now, I’m stuck having to replace both lenses, which is going to cost me an additional $200.
The thought of going back to that original doctor doesn't even cross my mind. Why would I? I don't trust him to admit he made a mistake, let alone offer any kind of compensation.
What is the protocol in situations like this? Who should I file a complaint with, and is it even worth the effort?

I was actually considering going to see Sting, but looking at the lineup now, I don't think it's worth it. I'm saving my money for Prince!!
From everything on the 2010 album, "Act of God" is easily my favorite; the rest of it doesn't really do much for me. But don't worry, he'll be playing Purple Rain—we all know that's his absolute masterpiece.

I just got my lab results back, and for the most part, everything looks fine—except for one specific section regarding "Urine - visible field sediments."

Leukocytes: 3-5 (reference range is 0-2)
Epithelial cells: 7-9 (reference range is 0-1)
Bacteria: Present in small amounts

Since these numbers are sitting above the standard reference ranges, I'm trying to make sense of what this actually means...

frozenlynx17 said:Honestly, this movie was killer... mainly because Clooney was absolutely perfect 🙂. Plus, I loved the whole setup—all that constant traveling and his little cards and everything. And that specific part about laying people off? Totally new info for me, haha.

Bottom line: if you can relate to this guy, you gotta see it. 😉

I wouldn't go so far as to say Clooney is perfect. He tends to play the same character in every single film. Don't get me wrong, he does his job well, but this role doesn't offer anything new compared to his previous work. He really missed an opportunity to dive deeper into the character's psychology. That was where he fell short.
That's exactly why I feel like he stands no chance against Jeff Bridges. Jeff Bridges truly stepped out of his comfort zone here, moving far beyond his usual typecasting like Bad Blake.

Still, we all know what the Academy has become lately, so I wouldn't be shocked if Clooney walked away with an Oscar for this—admittedly—mediocre performance.

As for the movie itself, it's decent. Anna Kendrick actually surprised me; she did a fantastic job.

Al Pacino in Scent of a Woman
Jack Nicholson as Batman
Jeff Bridges, honestly, in just about everything he touches

But there are plenty more where those came from... Those were just the first three that popped into my head.

http://forum.mj-thevoice.com/

Honestly, that forum just isn't my scene. I am a member over at Unknown, and let me tell you, it is hands down the best community on the planet! The people there are absolutely wonderful, and the entire site is organized so perfectly.

ruggedmarlin15 said:I have one major issue when it comes to tours like the ones Michael Jackson used to put on. To be honest, I’ve never been a fan of having music blasted directly at me. playback (Well, maybe not to that extreme). Personally, I think just watching the film is plenty. You end up paying about 10 to 15 times less, you don't walk away feeling ripped off, and the audio quality is solid—it sounds like a studio recording. 😉 ... Do you think there's a better way to say that?

He actually only used playback for "Jam" and "TDCAU." If I recall correctly, there was some playback during "Earth Song," but that vocal was taken from a demo recording, so they were likely just testing how it would sound with different variations. Everything else was live. That was particularly important to me because he relied on playback during the HIStory tour. These new recordings are fantastic. There are also those "Dangerous Tour Rehearsal" clips, but this version is superior. I especially love the intros for songs like "Smooth Criminal" (that segment with Gilda is breathtaking), followed by "Earth Song," and naturally, "Thriller."
But beyond the music, what truly stands out is that Jackson was a genuinely wonderful human being. I believe it is rare to find stars who remain so humble and down-to-earth, treating people with such genuine respect.
And his musical intuition? Simply unparalleled. He knows exactly where every note belongs. He is perfect, and my admiration for him only grows; I have been a true fan for a long time. I think I need to experience this a few more times to let it all sink in.

driftingeagle27 said:Just because they used a backing track during one rehearsal doesn't mean that's how every single rehearsal went or how the actual concert functioned, since you don't always have to test everything all at once 🙂.

He’s got that vibe where he sings a bit and then acts like, "Hey, understand me, I'm just saving my voice right now," and I'm just sitting there thinking, like, how can you even be saving your voice when you barely started singing? 🙂

Spot on! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

No Doubt - No Doubt!!!🙂

But seriously, they are incredible. I’ve been a fan since the Beacon Street Album, and they’ve stayed great ever since... the lyrics on Return of Saturn are legendary, and Tragic Kingdom is an absolute classic...😍

I wasn't a huge fan of solo Gwen Stefani, except for a few tracks like Hollaback Girl and Cool...

I watched it twice, and honestly? I’d go back in a heartbeat. Even as a die-hard fan who felt completely blown away the first time, there was something about the second viewing that felt different—almost spiritual. Is it just me, or is Bono's energy truly infectious? The music is nothing short of perfection. I have to hand it to them for capturing the whole concert using 3D technology... it really elevates the experience. 🙏

Honestly, it was perfect... even better than I anticipated. There’s this incredible feeling of being just inches away from Bono and the rest of the band. When you pair that proximity with the sound quality, you truly feel like an honored guest in a Verizon suite.

The absolute highlight of the film: that moment when the lyrics "wipe your tears away" hit right during "Sunday, Bloody Sunday."

And yes, I am absolutely going back for a second round.🙏

Ashley Smith5 said:Since I’m just another huge U2 fan who snagged early tickets, I might end up catching the show next week—or maybe even tomorrow!🙂...I just really hope I don't find myself mid-concert, jumping up and singing along like a total maniac.🤣

That’s exactly what I’m afraid of...

I'm a massive fan, so I'm heading over to AMC Theatres tonight...

I really hope it lives up to the hype... I mean, when Bono is involved, it has to be something special, right?😍

I'll let you all know what I think...