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BY: GURU JAY

Who’s On Top?

Lights… Camera …Action. Welcome to Hollywood. Here’s a place where the stars shine 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

The glitz and glamor comes with the territory. Actors walk around like they own the place. But, we all know the actresses run the show.

Who is Brad Pitt without Angelina Jolie? Captain America is a chump without Scarlett Johansson standing beside him. I learned early in life that “behind every great man is a great woman.”

The role of the actress is to bring the character to life. She has to dive into the part like a synchronized swimmer. I admire actresses for their crafts.

If you want to make it in Hollywood, you can’t fear rejection. Rejection is part of the game. Who knows? You might go on 100 auditions and still not get a job.

Don’t give up or get discouraged. Remember the goals you have set. No one said being an actress was easy.

My favorite actresses belong to the science fiction and fantasy genre. Although I love all kinds of movies, fantasy resonates with my idea of an unstoppable movie. In a sense, science fiction is unregulated, unlimited, and unbelievable.

First of all, science fiction and fantasy movies are really hard to produce. Most movies in this genre have enormous budgets. As a result, sometimes you hit; and, sometimes you miss.

I systematically analyze movies. Like a frog, I dissect film and get at the heart of the story. A great movie critiques society.

When I watch movies, I feel like James Brown, ‘good.’ Brown said “this is a man’s world, but it would be nothing without a woman or a little girl.” Hollywood is an actor’s paradise but it would be nothing without an actress.

Almost all Hollywood actresses are underpaid. Click here to find out who are the highest paid actresses. I admire actresses for their tenacity.

In particular, science fiction and fantasy actresses are the best entertainers in the business. The job of the actress is to take on a new identity. Who steals identities better than a fantasy actress?

Top 10

10. Angelina Jolie

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The filmography of Angelina Jolie is impressive. She has a great body of work. Angelina is one of the best actresses on the planet.

Few can compare to her acting talent. Jolie is known for her versatility. She can do just about any role you put in front of her.

It makes sense that show business is in her blood. Her father is of course actor Jon Voight. It is safe to say he taught her well.

I recommend seeing Angelina Jolie in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. She brings the sexy character to life. But the real reason she is my favorite is because of her performance in Beowulf. Also, she is the lead character in Maleficent.

9. Halle Berry

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Halle Berry is the hottest actress over 45. Click here for the Hottest Hollywood Starlets Under 30. Halle is an excellent actress. And, she is also versatile like Angelina.

You can’t ignore her performances in Gothika or the X-Men series. You can read a review of X-Men: Days of Future Past here. I like Halle Berry because she knows how to do sci-fi fantasy the right way.

I’m the first to say Cloud Atlas could have been better. But, Halle was great in the film. Because of her resume, she is my 9^th favorite science fiction and fantasy actress.

8. Tricia Helfer

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Tricia Helfer takes the elite 8^th spot. She was brilliant in Battlestar Galactica. I like her style a lot.

Watch some of her movies. You can easily tell she is well trained. It is always a treat to see Tricia working on the silver screen.

7. Summer Glau

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Summer Glau’s work in the Terminator series speaks for itself. Her fans also love her in Firefly and Serenity. She is the cream of the crop in my book.

Summer comes in at number 7. There’s something magnetic about her. I just have to see everything she’s in, because she is so good.

6. Jennifer Lawrence

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Jennifer Lawrence makes my list because she is on another level in the X-Men series. She is a young actress who doesn’t act her age. Without a doubt she is the best actress of her generation.

5. Gina Torres

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Gina Torres earned the 5^th spot on my list. Two words describe her placing: Matrix and Firefly. You don’t have a choice but to admire her terrific acting. She is a natural. On her birthday, a star was born.

4. Evangeline Lilly

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Evangeline Lilly is number 4. She performs to the highest degree in Lost and The Hobbit. She is my fourth because I believe she is underrated. I usually favor the underdog.

3. Scarlett Johansson

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It’s not a consequence I find myself writing about Scarlett Johansson all the time. She is truly one of the best Hollywood has to offer. I follow her career and I see greatness in her path. She is a rare breed.

2. Anna Paquin

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Anna Paquin is wonderful in X-Men as Marie/Rogue. They don’t give Academy Awards to just anyone, you know? Also, Anna Paquin is ranked 2^ndfor her excellence in True Blood.

1. Zoe Saldana

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Zoe Saldana is number 1. You can’t ignore the numbers. One word, “Avatar” does not do her justice. Yes, she is Neytiri but she also is Uhura in Star Trek. She was Anamaria in Pirates of the Caribbean. What Rihanna is to music, Zoe Saldana is to movies.

Zoe is my favorite because she took on some of the greatest roles in cinematic history. The petite actress is already legendary early on in her career. Yes, the list is exhaustive. But, there’s no denying the great work she’s done.

Now you know who’s on top. These actresses don’t get enough credit. This is my tribute to the top 10 science fiction and fantasy actresses.

I am the Guru Jay. I’m launching into outer space in 5-4-3-2-1…Until next time, I’ll be somewhere beyond the Hollywood stars. Thank you for reading and commenting. Use the share buttons at the bottom.

BY: GURU JAY

Time to spill the beans. Coffee beans, that is. If you’re not drinking coffee now, go brew a pot.

Coffee is universally recognized as an equalizer. We drink mojo for a variety of reasons. Furthermore, we drink it in different ways.

I think the way you drink it says a lot about you. My grandmother drank her coffee straight black. She was a strong woman.

I drink my coffee with three creams and three sugars. I am a balanced person. How do you take yours?

There is a firm connection between coffee and movies.

Pulp Fiction is arguably the most successful R-rated film in cinema history. The coffee scene is memorable. Watch the short clip below:

I had just turned 18, the first time I met my friend Carmel Macchiato. Right after class, I went into a café adjacent to the library. At the time, I never had a cup of coffee because I was terrified it might stunt my growth.

But, my new buddies convinced me to try it. Peer pressure is a bitch. I order a Carmel Macchiato and since then I’ve never been the same.

I have made at least 1,000 pots; and, I am not even 30 yet. I’ve grinded the beans and spilled the beans. It is my favorite beverage.

My freshman and sophomore years, I was addicted to specialty coffees. I remember the first time I drunk a cold mocha from Starbucks. My taste buds were thrilled.

I’d pick up a coffee before or after class. I recall the first time my girlfriend and me ordered expressos. I thought to myself “what the hell did I just drink?”

I can’t live without two things, coffee and movies. Have you noticed how coffee is commonly refer to in films? Why is coffee so popular in movies?

First, movies are pivotal in defining pop-culture. The stories on the silver screen are not much different from real life. In fact, some of the best films are based on a true story.

Did you know approximately, 85 percent of American adults drink coffee? According to U.S.A. Today, the beverage is a $30 billion dollar industry. It’s growing!

So, it is easy to see why coffee is common in movies. It is a staple food in society. Wherever you go on this green planet, you’ll find coffee lovers.

It’s not just the U.S. It’s the world that is obsessed with the beverage. I believe it’s best to settle disputes over coffee.

People truly love it. This scene from the Green Hornet builds my case. Hot java symbolizes strength, boldness and rejuvenation.

The Green Hornetis hilarious. I highly recommend watching the movie. It is a blend of Batman and Borat.

Coffee is a hot topic in Hollywood. There are thousands of scenes about the drink. Movie makers love mojo, because moviegoers love mojo.

If nobody drank java, it wouldn’t be placed in films. You don’t like what you don’t see. And, you don’t see what you don’t like. Just like in all other businesses, customers have the final say.

We take for granted our morning mojo. The reason is because coffee is relatively cheap. You can afford to spend a couple of dollars on the drink.

Where is a good place to have a first date? Why not go to the café? The atmosphere is ideal.

Plus you won’t spend an arm and a leg at the coffee shop. It is designed to be a pleasant experience. If you’re lucky, you’ll get a joyful cup with a sweet smile.

You can also go out to the movies. I recommend seeing a horror flick. It’s a scientific fact you’ll both have a good time.

At some point, everyone wants to be an actor. You may not have an acting bone in your body, but that doesn’t stop you from fantasizing. Let your imagination run wild.

I imagine starring opposite of Brad Pitt. I’m trying to steal Scarlett Johansson from Brad. The director Quentin Tarratino yells cut…

But I am still in character. The next thing I know, filming is finished; and Scarlet and me are now engaged. Lady Gaga is singing at our wedding in Hawaii. We live happilly ever after.

I imagine your fantasy is starring opposite of Angelina Jolie. You’re trying to steal Johnny Depp from Angelina. Director Martin Scorsese yells cut…

But you’re still in character. The next thing you know, it’s a wrap. Then, you and Johnny start honeymooning in Paris.

In the meantime, we’ll happily drink our coffee and watch our movies. We’re blessed to be able to imagine stuff. It keeps life interesting.

Live life to the fullest because it’s too short. Take the Bucket List for instance. Here is a film about two characters dying to live.

It has a good message. You should see it if you haven’t already.
Of course, there are a couple of coffee scenes.

In fact, it’s a coffee joke that unites Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. You see coffee is the beverage of life.

Movies have such a huge impact on our lives. Hollywood helps bring families together. We love to take the family to the cinema on the weekends.

In many ways, it is a tradition. Going to the movies is one way we tend to spend time with our families. It never gets old.

The next time you see a film, look for a coffee scene. Nine times out of ten, you’ll find it. So, the question is why?

The answer is simple. Coffee is universally accepted as the best social beverage. Yes, it is better than beer.

When you’re lacking energy you don’t need alcohol. Try a cup of espresso. It is sure to help rejuvenate your body, soul and mind.

Sometimes in life you have to grind. So go ahead and spill the coffee beans.