Thankful Thursday

First - just a reminder. (And because I'm really excited about it.)



And now, just another big THANK YOU to all of you furries and your beans for being the wonderful, supportive, and generous creatures that you all are. Mommy and I are SUPER glad we joined in the kitty blogging community. We have made so many special friends and have met so many wonderful furries and beans. Our lives are much richer for knowing you all.

Also, mommy and I will be sending out cards again this year. If you received a card from us last year, expect to get one this year as well. If you didn't get one last year, but would like to this year, please email me your snail mail address at princetybalt AT gmail DOT com.

Happy Holidays!

Thankful Thursday

Kitties, it is a very thankful Thursday.

I can't begin to tell you how thankful my mommy is over all the mousies so many of you were thoughtful enough to bring her as presents. And Vic, mommy says her skin has never glowed as much as it does today after your sandpaper tongue facial.

Yes, mommy had a very good THREE-OH.

Besides all the partying she did with us kitties, mommy went out with Grandmama for lunch and to see the new James Bond.

No, they did not take me.

But after mommy goes to sleep tonight, I plan to take her plastic card and don my Igor Kittenovsky disguise so that I can review it for you tomorrow.

ALSO! KITTIES! I have a VERY EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!

Look!

I am actually going to be IN the newest installment of CCSI!

Not reviewing, but ACTING!

Can you believe it?! So exciting.

Look at Sassy's blog for more information.

Mystery Monday - CCSI Review: The Missing Mummy Caper

Today it is my great pleasure to bring to you my review of Little Productions' latest CCSI thriller, "CCSI III: The Missing Mummy Caper."

The scene opens at the opulent Catroville Manor on Mother's Day morning, with a blood-chilling cry for help.
It is Cleocatra, shocked at the sight of her father lying in a pool of blood on the kitchen floor. When her three brothers rush to the scene, they not only find their wounded father, but also strange clues: a puddle of water on the floor, large paw prints, missing food items, and worse yet - a missing Mama Patti! CCSI detective Bucky Bun and an ambulance are called for immediately.


Detective Bucky Bun and his assistant Detective Harry Moe quickly arrive and scope out the situation. Finding no source of forced entry, Detective Bun quickly concludes that the catnapper knows Mama Patti. Who could have catnapped Mama Patti, and on Mother's Day, too?

Following a set of clues, the fearless CCSI detectives soon find out the source of the strange clues, and what happened to Mama and Papa.

"CCSI III: The Missing Mummy Caper" has a surprise twist ending, which is what the series has come to be known for. Fans will not be disappointed in this latest entry. Special mention has to be given to Orlando Bun, who gives a stunning performance as the first-ever bun CCSI detective! This reviewer gives it two paws up, and a happy chirp for a job well done!

If you haven't yet seen it, you can see both parts at the links below:

PART ONE

PART TWO

CAST

Detective Bucky Bun - Orlando Bun

Detective Harry Moe - Mickey

Policeman #1 - Rocky

Policeman #2 - Maya

Papa Adam Ball - Mr. Hendrix

Mama Patti Ball - Marilyn Monroew

Cleoctra Ball - Charlotte

Tonto Ball - Pablo

Mika Ball - Eric

Rudy Ball - Merlin

Ling Ling - Jessica

Mr. Doog - Roxy The Devil Dog

Peachy Pitt - Miss Peach

Catherine Pitt - Ariel
Uncle Bill - Cameron

Paramedic #1 - Tyler
Paramedic #2 - Derby

Nurse #1 - Tamra Maew
Nurse #2 - Zippy

Dr. Kieran - Dr. Tweety
Townsfolk - Scylla

Townsfolk - Beau
Townsfolk - Sassy (From Taylor Catsssss)

Townsfolk - Brainball
Cameo Appearance - Sassy Kat
PRODUCTION
Executive Producer - Sassy Kat
Producers & Directors - Opus & Roscoe
Writer - Criz LaiExecutive Board - Sassy Kat, Momo Kitty, Karl & Ruis
Advertising & Marketing Director - Momo Kitty

Assistant To Executive Producer - Momo Kitty

Casting - Sassy Kat Head

Graphic Team - Karl, Ruis, Opus & Roscoe

Graphics For CCSI III - Opus & Roscoe

Graphics For CCSI III Promotions - Karl & Sassy

Set Designer - Karl
Costume Designer - Sassy Kat

Friday Movie Review - CCSI: The Santa Caper

Hello, Kitties! At long last, here is my review of CCSI: The Santa Caper in it's entirety.

CCSI: The Santa Caper

Produced by Little Productions

Director: Ruis

Writer: Karl

Part I

Part II

Part III

Part IV

When we last left Santa's elves, they had just discovered a disturbing ransom note in his room.

Wisely, the elves make the decision to place a call to the NPPDCCSI (North Pole Police Department Cat/Canine Crime Scene Unit) for help in finding and saving Santa. In no time at all Detective Schlau (Roscoe) and Dr. Hinweis (Asta) arrive at the scene and look for clues. Finding colored eggshells and a large pawprint, they immediately suspect the Easter Bunny (Dragonheart).

After speaking to the Easter Bunny and finding out about Santa's secret (poker night!), they are off to interview the Tooth Fairy (MoMo), who may have more information on Santa's whereabouts.

With the aid of some helpful trees (Charlie, Momo, and Yao-Lin), the investigative team finally catches up with the kidnapper and Santa!

I won't spoil things by giving the ending away to those of you who have yet to watch, but let me tell you, it is a very good ending! It fits in perfectly with the spirit of the season, and has a wonderful message for all those kits and pups out there about the true meaning of Christmas. Once again, the team at Little Productions has created an episode that flawlessly combines action, suspense, and heart. I give CCSI: The Santa Caper two paws up and two purrs (plus a leaky eye for the moving message in the finale).

Sidenote: Yes, kitties, the holidays are almost here! My mommy will have this afternoon through January 2 off work, so I doubt that I will have time to visit or post much, if at all. I will miss you all and be thinking of you! I want to wish everyone a wonderful, warm, and safe holiday season. May you all be blessed this holiday and throughout the New Year! Purrrs!

Samantha: I will do my best to attend the New Year's Eve party with you, my princess. If I am unable to attend, please know my thoughts are with you. I am sending extra purrs your way. <3

Friday Movie Review - CCSI and Santa Claus

Kitties, the day we have all anxiously awaited has arrived! Today, Part I of CCSI: The Santa Caper has aired!

I am pleased to announce that, as expected, the CCSI staff has come up with yet another great show. Where is Santa? It is any elf's or reindeer's guess as the search is on for the missing Santa Claus! This four part episode is sure to provide speculation by the water and food bowls for days. After experiencing the cliff hanger ending of today's installment, I can hardly wait to see Part II!

Thank you to Sassy Cat and her Little Productions for another great show! Two paws up and a purr!

If watching CCSI puts you in the holiday spirit, and you just can't get enough of Santa, I do have a viewing recommendation for you. This is my mommy's very favorite movie about Santa Claus.

Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)

Director: Jeannot Szwarc

Writers: David Newman, Leslie Newman, and David Newman

This movie is great, kitties! It explains how Santa Claus became Santa Claus. My mommy watched this when she was a little girl, and to this day she still believes that this story is true! This is how Santa Claus came to be! I have to admit, the movie makes it very convincing. I think I may just agree with my mommy.

The movie begins with showing Santa before he became Santa (or Sandy Paws, or Sandy Claws, or Santa Claws . . . he goes by many names!) When he becomes lost in a snow storm with his wife and reindeer, trying to deliver toys to the children of the village, my mommy still gets all teary eyed. And when the elves find him and save him, and then explain how he is the answer to their prophecy, well kitties, my mommy's eyes leak and leak and leak! I've seen it happen! And she's watched this movie too many times to count, or so she has told me.

After you see Santa become Santa, then you see how the belief in him changes through the years, as well as how he and his workshop operate. By the time we make it to the 80s (when this film was released), significant changes have been made, yet Santa and the North Pole are still fundamentally the same. The second half of the movie takes place in modern times, with a rebellious and forward-thinking elf named Patch who leaves the North Pole and attempts to make a fresh start in New York City in order to impress Santa, two children from very different backgrounds who both despeerately need Santa and his magic in their lives, and one horrible and greedy corporate executive. If you don't feel the christmas spirit by the end of this movie, then you never will.

I give "Santa Claus: The Movie" two paws up. I do warn you that parts may make your eyes leak, but in a good way.

Friday Review - CCSI!!!

Today, instead of reviewing a movie, I am reviewing our very own show . . . CCSI! I think all of us have tuned in to see the pilot of this new and original series, starring, written, and produced by our very own selves! Thanks to Sassy Cat for coming up with this original idea! If you haven't already, you can view the pilot episode here.

CCSI, or Cat/Canine Crime Scene Investigators, premiered on the weekend of November 17 after much anticipation by the members of the catblogosphere. Our review covers parts I and II of this original episode.

CCSI: The Kidnapped Cat Caper

Produced by: Sassy Cat Little

Written By: Opus and Roscoe

Directed by: Ruis

Photography: Opus and Roscoe, Asta, Daisy, Maggy and Zoey

MoMo as Fluffy

CCSI is a bold and innovative show that is written by, produced by, directed by, and stars kitties and doggies from throughout the blogosphere. The first episode, "The Kidnapped Cat Caper," showcases the talents of cats and canines alike as it rivets the viewer with edge-of-your-seat suspense.

Daisy as Miss Fistacufs

Our very own Daisy stars as Miss Fistacufs, who is desperately searching for her missing cat Fluffy, portrayed by MoMo. Detective Gil Fishham, played by Latte, is on the hunt for Fluffy, and some suspicious characters he meets along the way make him suspect the worst: foul play! Will Miss Fistacufs ever be reunited with her darling Fluffy? Detective Fishham is determined to find Fluffy, no matter what it takes!

This reviewer was drawn into the story from the very first by Daisy's portrayal of a sweet lady who is desperately worried about the welfare of her missing kitty. Latte's performance as the detective was very realistic. He was thorough in his investigation and shone in the part with his serious demeanor and dark good looks. His shrewd blue eyes seemed to catch every detail of the case.

Latte as Detective Gil Fishham

The supporting cast did a great job adding to the realism of the show. The docks came alive and seemed to be full of threat for a lone kitty! As the show progressed, the worry for Fluffy's well-being increased as more and more suspicious characters were found and interviewed by Detective Fishham.

Did Mr. Pesce (Asta) finally snap after Fluffy stole one too many fish from his stand?

Asta as Mr. Pesce

Or did Snarles the guard dog (Tigger) get too carried away with his job?

Tigger as Snarles the Guard Dog

This was a wonderful original kitty and doggie production, full of suspense and intrigue. The writing, directing, acting, and photography on this show are all excellent and of the highest quality. Once again, furries outshine their beans! I give "CCSI: The Kidnapped Cat Caper" two paws up and a purr!

Don't forget to tune into Sassy's blog for the second episode of "CCSI: The Santa Case!"