Hollywood in HELP University College :)

Nickson Fong

Edward James Olmos

And sometimes, even colleges surprise you.

This 8th of December, 2p.m. at the main block lower foyer, meet Edward James Olmos, his adopted son Michael Olmos & Nickson Fong for an informal tea party. They are here to work with H.U.C. on their upcoming animation school. Early birds even stand a chance to win autographed copies of the ChopChops poster!

Most of you will probably be asking "who are they?".

Edward James Olmos

Edward Olmos is what one might call a Jack of all trades . An actor, producer, director and also a community activist, his long list of accomplishments would probably engulf this entire page.

Through youtube-ing recent interviews about him etc., I think it is befitting to say that I was tremendously blown away. It is an unquestionable fact that he has achieved much in the film industry. Though I have not been blessed enough to be familiar with most of his work (sorry, like I said, chick flick kind of person) :), a character most of you would be familiar with that he voiced over would be none other than El Diablo, the evil Doberman from "Beverly Hills Chihuahua", a recent Walt Disney production.

I found this character most hilarious. I think it is safe to say that a man who dared voice over such a character would indeed, have a fair sense of humour.

An adequate amount of talent & experience had to come into play in his acting/producing roles.

But all these film achievements can only be described as the icing on the cake.
What I personally was most impressed with was the unbelievable amount of involvement he had in various humanitarian issues. An ambassador of UNICEF, this man was not afraid, unlike many others, to take his stand for what he believed in. Giving talks, participating in protests-he was a man that saw a better side of humanity; the light at the end of the tunnels - believing that one individual can make a difference in this world.

In one of his talks I remember him saying that the greatest contributors to humanity are all humans - not different ; if at all, from all of us. For example, who was Mother Theresa if not, human?

We can do no great things, only small things with great love. ~Mother Teresa

I shall not reveal too much and thus, shall elaborate no further. A truly talented & inspirational man, I strongly suggest you empty your schedule this wednesday. It'll be worth it.

Nickson Fong
Founder of Egg Story Creative Production (ESCP) & Egg Story Digital Arts Academy (ESDAA), this is one man you'll want to check out. In having worked in many production companies responsible for major films in the animation/visual effects/technical development department - with Stuart Little, Shrek, Godzilla among the many he has worked for.

I think no review would do his work justice - one will have to see his work, to ultimately gauge how talented this guy truly is. Attached is a short clip directed by him. You can also, of course, search for many more in youtube.

This is an honest summary of my personal views regarding the event, and what I have deduced from reading and watching interviews and finished products.

With these two working with HELP for their upcoming animation school, I'm highly positive things will work out fabulously.

So I highly suggest you visit them with an open mind, & bring your friends along too ! :)

xxx