Bad Mood

[shipperx]

Sigh. What is it about anger and why am I so pissy right now? I am. I know I am and I'm not sure why. Nothing going on in real life and yet thus far I've mildly kerfuffled about the most stupid of things this week.

* small boobs (stupid kerfuffle)
* how short is short for an actress (stupid kerfuffle. And no, 5'-4" IS NOT TALL. Sheesh.)
* does The Grudge qualify as a "blockbuster" (answer is: No. Relatively successful financially? Yes. "Blockbuster"? No. Stupid kerfuffle).

These are stupid, inane, pointless kerfuffles and yet there I am becoming embroiled in them. Why? Seriously, step away from the keyboard, this is stupid. But -- sigh -- I'm moody for no reason right now.

Speaking of moody, have heard the increasingly rumbling rumors that JM has gotten a job on Smallville. ::Sad sigh:: I was hoping for something better. That said (moody remember?) I'm a bit irritated with all the upset. It's work, okay? It pays.

No, it's not a great job, but, really, from his POV it would make sense. It keeps him in good with the WB (which might or might not help with a possible Spike movie... if there's even a chance of that. Sure, I'm ambivalent and conflicted... when I move myself to even hold out the possibility of a Spike movie. If it were to happen, it has potential to do more harm than good. But a WB job would bode for a higher likelihood of a future movie than not having a WB job. And I would sort out my feelings on that score in the remote possibility of it to ever coming to pass [I'm not holding my breath.])

Or... well, Jensen Eckles had a recurring role on Smallville last year and he has his own show this year.

If it keeps his profile attractive to the network and keeps his name out there, it's not all bad from his POV.) Pilot Season is over. There's only a certain amount of work for TV actors because there's a limited number of shows. Getting a recurring role on a show is probably quite helpful for an actor in the real-life side of things. Gives him something to do. Puts another show on his resume. Shows he's not really British and doesn't have bleached blonde hair. And keeps his name from sinking into oblivion.

It also leaves him free to audition for pilots during pilot season. It's all good.

No, it's not, "AWESOME! He got a great role on a fantastic show!" But... it's work and could possibly help keep his career afloat. In a big scheme of things, it's all good.

And since I'm moody, and I've mentioned it before, I really dislike it when I see the Spike fandom start bashing JM. I end up wincing as if I watched someone kick their dog (it may not really be like that, but for some reason it feels like that to me.) It's not cute or 'teh cool.' It comes off as kind of snide. I mean, he's a person. He wasn't Spike. Isn't Spike. He isn't going to be cool-tv-crush-boyfriend forever. But he brought us a great deal of pleasure and he did so by turning in some damn good work. He isn't that character. He goofy and hyperactive and a bit of a dork, but doesn't he get a little credit for having done work that pulled you in and got you emotionally involved? I don't get the whole "I'm too cool for my old interests" crap. You don't have to continue to have the same level of interest. Not saying keep the old fictional crushes. Move on, just... you don't have to cut it down as you go. Appreciate what it was for what it was. Credit JM with some good work that moved you. Remember it with affection.

Oh, and IGNORE ME! As I said at the start, I'm in a pissy mood for reasons I cannot pinpoint, so I'm being far more...well...pissy than I would be in most cases. (And more pissy than I rightfully should be right now.) I'd say I'm PMSing, but I really don't get bitchy when PMSing... I get kind of depressed.

(And if I start talking about depression I'll go off on a pissy rant against Kelly Preston and Tom Cruise and their $cientology bullshit regarding psychiatry. Are these dimwits confusing psychiatrists with psychologists? Because I hate to tell them, psychiatrists are real doctors!)

::sigh:: See? Bitch mode. Sorry.

Move along. Nothing to see here.

Oh, and sadly... R.I.P, Scotty.

Comments

[http://users.livejournal.com/opalescence_/]

I'm with you on all counts, from the stupid kerfuffles to James to Scotty. ((((((hugs)))))

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Thanks.

I mean, I realize that I"m half the kerfuffle. But :kick: stupid kerfuffle!

[sarahlynnl.livejournal.com]

My son has had a cough and his medicine is making him hyper. So I understand the moody thing right there with you. Plus you are right anything that keeps JM's name out there is all to good. Fingers crossed that he gets his own series soon.

Can we hit the networks with a get a clue at what you have and aren't making use of in the talent department?

Oh, and sadly... R.I.P, Scotty.
I agree that is sad about him dying.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Well, I look at it this way. It might be fun. Since the Smallville Spoilers page seems to be intimating a villain that gives Lionel Luthor pause, maybe JM can play some suave villain who crosses swords with Glover who just rocked as Satan in "Brimstone." That would have a fun factor to it at least.

[paratti.livejournal.com]

Will this up the liklehood of that Spike/Brimstine crossover you mentioned some time back?

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Possibly. :)

[fishsanwitt]

I have no idea about the kerfuffles, but I agree with you *competely* about JM and the Smallville job. He is *such* an amazing actor - I wish that was being recognized by the 'suits'. *sigh*

I will never understand why people have to be mean about him. I guess it's b/c of their own insecurities, but...

I just think it's a loser attitude.

And I *just* heard about James Doohan.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Yeah, and actually, it might be fun to see JM make a suave and sophisticated villain who tangles with the Luthors. It could be fun.

And yeah the "kick the *so over* fan crush" just seems petty to me. Don't know why, but it always feels that way to me.

::sniffle:: Good-bye, Scottie.

[acristleo.livejournal.com]

If it makes you feel any better, all of the above things are making me feel pissy too. Just really restraining from that send key.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

I, on the otherhand, cannot seem to exercize that kind of restraint. :)

[appomattoxco.livejournal.com]

Sorry the "small booobs kurfuffle" ect. are pretty dumb.

I thought that Smallville was a huge improvement over The Mountain. Not what I'd want for him but still better. I never watched Smallville but doesn't it have a bit of a following? Has it begun to go down hill?

As for too cool for your old interest I cried over Jimmy today. The stars of the original show feel more like distant but beloved relatives than celebraties.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Yes, the kerfuffles are STUPID... so why do I not only let myself get sucked into them, I get all caught up in them? It's stupid!

And I honestly don't watch Smallville. I have a few friends who do but they don't participate in fandom (and generally have a different reaction than fandom. um... they sort of like Lana which I gather is damn near heresy online.) But, who knows, it might be fun. Not like anything else comes on Thursdays (okay, I never developed an interest in Alias. I know there are people who have). But as it doesn't interfere with my viewing habits, sure, I'll tune in for JM.

[frelling-tralk.livejournal.com]

Season 4 of Smallville was really bad. Ratings have dropped quite a bit.

[appomattoxco.livejournal.com]

Now I see why people are upset. Poor JM will get the undeserved rep for being the kiss of death.

Of course he MIGHT bring up the ratings [I know I'll be watching.]

[ciaan]

I doubt anyone will blame him for anything sucky about Smallville. It's busy kissing itself to death as fast as possible, and has been since the start of the past season.

[deborahw37.livejournal.com]

" wild applause!"

sing it with the choir sister!

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Heh. Thanks!

[shapinglight]

Where JM's concerned, what you're saying makes perfect sense. I get incredibly pissed off by people who get over their Spike-love and just turn on him.

It's petty and ungracious.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Heh. And I bet some of them aren't as "over" as they think. Because of egregious bitterness, I just don't watch BtVS re-runs. Just... don't. But I bought the "Spike: Love is Hell" DVD and just watching the clip discussion of him I got sucked in all over again. Yes, there was a REASON I fell for the character. He actually did rock.

[shapinglight]

He did that, and he always will.

[marajade71.livejournal.com]

And since I'm moody and I've mentioned it before, I really dislike it when I see the Spike fandom start bashing on JM. I end up wincing as if I watched someone kick their dog (it may not really be like that, but for some reason it feels like that to me.) I mean, he's a person. He wasn't Spike. Isn't Spike. He isn't going to be cool-tv-crush-boyfriend forever. But he brought us a great deal of pleasure and he did so by turning in some damn good work. He isn't that character, but doesn't he get a little credit for having done work that pulled you in and got you emotionally involved? I don't get the whole "I'm too cool for my old interests" crap. You don't have to continue to have the same level of interest. Not saying keep the old fictional crushes. Move on, just... you don't have to cut it down as you go. Appreciate what it was for what it was. Credit JM with some good work that moved you. Remember it with affection.


I think I love you. Thank you.

I can't stand the "I am too cool to like James" bashers.

I agree with the rest of your post, by the way.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Sending the warm and fuzzy feelings right back. I've just grown irked by the "I'm teh cool for JM" crap. What? Are you EMBARASSED that you once liked the guy? Is that it? Because, sorry, I don't insult things I'm indifferent to. I don't MENTION things I'm indifferent to. If you're kicking the fandom, you're aren't 'over,' you're just being snide.

[pfeifferpack.livejournal.com]

Boob kerfuffle is silly in the extreme! Small/large whatever I propose the best evolutionary choice would have been detatchable ones! Small looks better in clothes while larger is nicer in beachwear, nightwear and nude!! Screw on, that's the way to go!!!

Short is relative (all of mine are, as am I). 5'4" is tall to my 5'1", but short to anyone taller....Meh! The gals from Buffy that I've met were all short in RL...tiny in every way I might add.

About JM:
People must remember that JM is an actor....hopfully a WORKING actor. He has children to support, mortgages to pay, food to eat, clothes to buy, etc. like the rest of us. If he is LUCKY, he'll get some good roles. If he is one of the rare actors, he'll work AT ALL (unemployment in that field...among TALENTED people is astronomical). The man DESERVES grreat roles and fame, his talent warrants it...however, talent is not always rewarded. I wish him every success as his portrayal of Spike has meant so much to me in my life. His talent usually transcends the material, so I'll watch too.

The one angle on JM going to Smallville (as rumored) is that if the ratings improve, WB will see that JM did this for a series TWICE and they may be open to a Spike centered project, or a JM star vehicle show because of it. Just as the new novel Spark and Burn isn't better than much Fanfic and offers no real new "story"...high sales will ensure more Spike centric books where he is portrayed in a good light, thus I bought it.

Many a wonderful actor has languished, unemployed. I hope for better for JM and don't begrudge him a thing with music or acting.

ITA about the bashing. Good lord! He is an actor who created an icon we love here! He owes us NOTHING (except the great performance he already gave). From what I've read of the cons (never attending), he gives lots of lady fans a brief fantasy that they have his undivided attention and interest for a space of time. What a lovely thing to do. Many an actor would just sign a paper, many not even looking at the person in line...just so many cattle. JM, sincere or not, gives a fantasy for your dollar and he doesn't have to. He isn't Spike, but at least he does care for his fans! To bash him isn't fair. I've read things he's said at Q&A's that have made me squirm (not in a good way), but he is a human being seperate from Spike and basically not a bad human being from all I've read. No reason to bash him at all! If a person has "moved on"...fine....move on, but don't feel you must destroy the character or rep. of the past "love" of your fangirl life!!! Part as friends with a happy memory of the love felt.


Oh and Kelly and Tom??? They are just parroting the party line as all good cultists do! Why do you think Scientology discourages any foray into mental health? They fear deprogramming!

Good rant!

Kathleen
right there with you

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Yep. Exactly. He's a guy. Just a guy. He's a guy who did work that got us excited, interested, and moved. APPRECIATE that, don't expect him to BE that character. Don't hate him because he isn't. Don't hate him that he's just a hyperactive goof. And don't begrudge the man a paycheck even if it's on a show you don't want to watch. (Or mock him because it isn't teh best show evah!) Being cast on shows isn't easy. If it were, Hollywood wouldn't be full of unemployed actors.

[rahirah]

I don't know if I'll watch Smallville again just because JM is on it, but I sure as heck don't begrudge him the work. It may be a show on its last legs, but it's still higher-profile than a lot of other things he could have snagged.

[shipperx.livejournal.com]

Yeah, whether I watch or not is based on the fun factor. I don't think I've ever actually seen all of his scenes in "The Mountain" (it still sits mostly unwatched on my TiVo). But Sheesh! Allow the man to take a job that apparently is paying him well. It's not something to sneeze at... and it might be fun for him to do.