FILM WEDNESDAY: The Way Way Back

I’ve got to admit that when I sat down to watch this film for the very first time I thought it was gonna be some lame, stupid-jokes-packed, typical American comedy, with the same old cliché story line about an awkward boy who falls in love with a hot girl and defies all odds by finally winning her heart in the end of the story.

I was surprised to find that it is nothing like that at all.

This film is actually extremely sensitive, and portrays some very difficult life situations involving especially family issues that most of us will go through at some point in life or are going through already. It’s very different from other coming of age films, and so, so sweet. I don’t know why but it really moved me.

Duncan, the main character, does not get better because of a girl, like most teenage protagonists tend to be portrayed doing in basically 99% of films nowadays. He gets better because of his new and amazing group of friends, who help him finally step out of his comfort zone and do something completely different and much more rewarding than just moping around with his time

Watch it. Seriously. You’ll find it endearing, I promise.

FILM WEDNESDAY: He’s Just Not That In To You

This film is absolutely hilarious and actually teaches you some valuable life lessons throughout its duration.

The situations each character goes through are surprisingly realistic for an average “chick-flick”. There’s the sweet yet oblivious girl who can’t find a guy, the pretty girl who’s in an unhappy marriage, the quirky girl who tries online dating, the great girl who has a happy relationship with a guy who doesn’t believe in marriage (confusing!), the hot singer who doesn’t know what she wants. There’s the hot guy who’s in an unhappy marriage, the fun guy who is a professional one-night-stander, the guy that’s just “too nice”, the perfect guy who’s 100% devoted to an eternally unofficial relationship. And of course, there are assholes. Lots of assholes.

Pretty accurate huh?

Anyway, I recommend it.

FILM WEDNESDAY: Think Like a Man

SO. FREAKIN. HILARIOUS . THIS FILM. JUST WATCH IT, IDK.

Great cast.

Great story.

So accurate.

Loved it.

9 struggles of adults who look like kids

9 Reasons Why I Hate Looking So Young:

1) Whenever I’m driving people keep staring at me like I’m some freak. They giggle. They point. They gasp even. It’s like I’m a goddamn circus attraction or something. I mean, come on people, get over it.

2) No one knows I’m an adult, so whenever I need to run errands, people always ignore me, expecting a parent to walk in behind me to do the honors. And what’s up with that anyway? Even if I was a child, they should still see to my needs! That’s why I hate banks.

3) Buying clothes is a nightmare. How many times have I gone out to buy a dress and the store-lady was like “Aw! How cute! Is it for a sweet fifteen?” (in Brazil it’s sweet 15, not 16, btw). It makes me feel wonderful; so womanly! How about when they straight up say: “Sweetie, perhaps this stuff is a bit much for you; how about checking out the teens’ section?” Just fantastic. I was particularly depressed the other day when a store-lady said that to me as I was buying a new bra!!!!!

4) Meeting new people is a nightmare. It’s always the same bullshit. They keep polite smiles on, but clearly they’re all thinking “Who’s this little one? I mean, cute, but.. who’s little sister is she?” And then when I say “I’m 21” it’s always the same reaction: “WOW! But you look like you’re *insert age from 13-16*!” YES YES REMIND ME ONE MORE TIME I BEG YOU.

5) No one takes me seriously. You’d think after finding out I’m actually 21 people would treat me as a grown woman, but no. No, no. There’s always a hint of that annoying, patronizing tone people use with children when they address me. They speak to me as if I’m a little doll or something. So cute! So tiny! So innocent! WELL GO TO HELL.

6) Getting carded for EVERYTHING. OMFG. My friends love making fun of me for this. I ALWAYS GET CARDED. At the club, it’s a given. Everyone walks in just fine, until it’s my turn and I’m stopped for interrogation. Bars. Restaurants. Hotels. Airports. Hospitals. Everywhere I go I get the same stupid accusation, “There’s no way you’re an adult missy, show me some I.D.” At least here the drinking age is 18, so after finally convincing the guards I’m the age I say I am, I easily get to carry on with my life.

7) Dating older guys becomes that much harder. It’s already difficult enough for any of them to realize I’m not a fetus (that usually requires a shitload of makeup and high heels). Then, even when they do like me, they think I’m too delicate and innocent-looking, which freaks them out a little bit. Also, I honestly don’t have the womanly sex-appeal they usually seek. I’m petite, damn it, sorry!! It’s all I got from my mama!

8) The jokes. “When’s puberty?” “Oh, we’re going to the club tonight. Too bad you’re 13, HAHAHA!!!!” “Hey look, it’s the kids’ section! Perfect for you!” “Don’t say such profanities! Not in front of the child!” “Are you sure you’re tall enough for this ride?” “It’s past bedtime for you, isn’t it?” “Oh shit! It’s a fetus on the wheel!” “Respect your elders.” “We’ll have three beers and a glass of milk for the toddler.”

9) AND FINALLY THE MOST ANNOYING THING OF ALL: When people tell me, “Oh but don’t worry, one day you’ll be glad you look so young!” *bites back laughter* Well you know what?! That’s right! Make fun and giggle while you can assholes! When you look like you’re 80 and I look 25, I’ll get my revenge! Meanwhile, fuck you!!!!!

So yeah, if you also suffer from being petite and baby-faced, I hope you identify with this list.

Our time will come my friends. Our time will come.