RottenTomatoes.com, AskMen.com and IGN.com Present 2009’s Ultimate
Christmas Gift Guide
To help ease the festive shopping stress, the experts at film compendium RottenTomatoes, men’s
lifestyle portal AskMen.com and gaming and entertainment destination IGN.com have pulled together
a range of versatile lists to cater for all gift giving needs.
Whether it’s a film buff, hardened gamer or difficult-to-buy-for man, RottenTomatoes’ Top 10 DVD
releases, Askmen’s Top 10 Men’s fashion items and IGN’s Top 10 Mainstream Games are
guaranteed to satisfy.
RottenTomatoes’ Top 10 Christmas DVD Releases
01: Inglourious Basterds (Available Dec 17)
Universal DVD/Blu-ray
World War II gets reimagined as only Quentin Tarantino knows how in this outlandish, brilliant tale of
a gang of Jewish resistance fighters facing off against some particularly evil Nazis. Everything fans of
Tarantino -- and movies -- could hope for, and then some.
02: Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (Available Dec 2)
Fox DVD/Blu-ray
The Scrat Pack return to find they've got some scaly new competition in Fox's third --and biggest--
animated Ice adaventure, guaranteed to please the kids over the holidays.
03: The Proposal (Available Nov 25)
Disney DVD/Blu-ray
In the biggest hit of her career to date, Sandra Bullock stars as an older woman who forces her young
assistant (Ryan Reynolds) to marry her for a VISA. But wil they find true love?
04: The Hangover (Available Nov 25)
Warner Bros DVD/Blu-ray
No comedy was more successful in 2009 than this rambunctious bro-com from Old School director
Todd Phillips, as four clueless dudes try to recall a drunken night in Las Vegas -- with hilarious
results.
05: District 9 (Available Dec 30)
Sony DVD/Blu-ray
The year's surprise sci-fi hit with critics and audiences, South African director Neill Blomkamp's alien
action film brings groundbreaking special effects and grim drama to reinvigorate the genre.
06: Drag Me to Hell (Available Dec 28)
Roadshow DVD
Spider-Man director Sam Raimi triumphantly revisits his Evil Dead roots with this alternately scary and
funny horror-comedy about a young woman who befalls a terrible gypsy curse.
07: Coraline (Available Dec 9)
Universal DVD/Blu-ray
Animation and fantasy fans of any age will delight to this 3-D stop-motion masterpiece from the
director of The Nightmare Before Christmas, in which a young girl discovers a fanciful, macabre world
on the other side of a secret door.
08: Tyson (Available Dec 3)
Roadshow DVD/Blu-ray
This compelling documentary presents the turbulent life of boxing icon Mike Tyson entirely in his own
words -- which turn out to be fascinating, contradictory, and strangely poetic.
09: Public Enemies (Available Dec 2)
Universal DVD/Blu-ray
Johnny Depp plays legendary bank robber John Dillinger in Michael Mann's (Heat) stunning,
acclaimed 1930s crime drama. With Christian Bale and Oscar-winner Marion Cotillard.
10:Terminator Salvation (Available Dec 9)
Sony DVD/Blu-ray
The gritty, action-heavy fourth instalment of the beloved sci-fi series takes us into the future war
between man and machines, as John Connor (Christian Bale) leads the resistance.
AskMen’s Top 10 Men’s Fashion Gifts
1. Calvin Klein 2009 boxer briefs
$69.95
All too often (especially when it comes to underwear), men don’t bother to treat themselves to high-
end, name brand labels. Christmas is the perfect time to help them realise that they can (and should)
indulge in fashion. Ever since the days of Marky Mark’s famed CK underwear campaign, Calvin Klein
has sat among the best underwear a man can buy.
Yet, the iconic brand has never fallen into ridiculous eccentriccities – the cut remains perfect. This
boxer-brief will prove a flattering fit on almost any body type, and a perfect present for any bloke.
2. Ray Ban Tortoise shell wayfarers
$249.95
Well before Ray Ban’s Wayfarer model became requisite in the teen-heart throb uniform (see:
boofhead vampire boy), they were – believe it or not – manly as hell. John Lennon, Bob Dylan and
John F. Kennedy Sr. all embraced the model in the ‘50s and ‘60s. JFK himself favoured the subtle
tortoise shell frames – adding elegance and class to an undeniably cool silhouette.
A great christmas present that – evidently – will never go out of style.
3. IWC Portugese Automatic
$9,800
For those looking to spend a little more on a man – or to commemmorate a milestone year – it’s hard
to think of a better gift than a Swiss timepiece. A little more removed from the eye-numbingly iconic
styles of Rolex or Omega, this IWC is minimalistic and timeless. Versatile enough to dress for any
occasion (formal or otherwise), the luxury manufacturing means that it’ll last long enough to pass on
to his son.
A Christmas gift no man would forget in a hurry.
4. Tiffany & Co. Tie Bar
$125
While a tie may just be the trickiest thing to pick out for a man, a tie clip is all too often overlooked as
an alternative present. The tie bar can dress up any ensemble with a little extra detail and polish –
Tiffany & Co. do it best by keeping it darn simple. If nothing else, it’s a gift you’ll see used every other
day – rather than one demoted to the back of the tie rack.
5. Bonds tees
$29.95
There’s a good reason why the Bonds brand has become synonymous with tees – they look great on
everyone. Aside from the classic tee, the new super tee comes in a huge range of hues and patterns,
and is a slightly more relaxed fit – perfect timing for summer. A handful of Bonds tees make for a
great gift for any bloke – a premium and versatile wardrobe staple at a great price. Get the basics,
and throw in a few louder pieces to liven up a man’s wardrobe.
6. Nudie Jeans
Varies with cut/wash; $234.95-$429.95
While Nudie is certainly the current denim-in-vogue, its popularity is warranted –they fit, darn well.
But, the Swedes behind the jean are smart enough to keep to denim tradition: these are made for
everyday longevity, rather than passing trend. When giving as a gift, consider the cut carefully. The
slim cut is by far the most flattering of its kind, whilst straight and boot cuts offer a more styled and
fitted alternative to traditional cuts. A timely Christmas present – so long as you match the cut to the
man.
7. Lacoste Denand shoe
$299.95
Along with our national icon, the thong, the slip-on (or driving shoe) is a great choice for men’s
summer footwear. It’s low-key enough to slip down to the shops in – a must for the Australian bloke.
But, Lacoste’s suede lining means that it’s comfortable and sharp enough to work around Sunday
brunch, or even a day down the coast. Give it to him, and make him realise what his feet have been
missing out on.
8. Ralph Lauren Norfolk soft briefcase
$1000
An item like a man’s briefcase demands nothing short of top-notch billing. If it’s going to be lugged
around everywhere, it should damn well look the part – and reflect the man’s personal style. Ralph
Lauren have put together a conssumate, masculine buisiness case: laptop-ready, highly capable of
travel and timelessly styled. A generous gift – which will no doubt become his favourite new
companion.
9. Under Armour Sleeveless Tee
$60
Right now, men under extreme physical duress – from the NFL to the AFL to the U.S. Army – are
choosing Under Armour to keep ‘em dry. Simply put, it’s the best-of-the-best at sweat management,
and an ideal present for the active man. The moisture-wicking material means that sweat will be
absorbed in an instant, all whilst keeping the body cool and chafing down. An extremely thoughtful gift
that’ll get a heck of a lot of use.
10. Country Road Bleached Coral Gingham shirt
$99
Country Road have come out with yet another great season of reliably crafted staples, and this shirt is
a worthy centrepiece. The gingham check is the definitive pattern of summer 2009, and an ideal shirt
for a relaxed, laid-back look. The cut is fitted enough to button up, but flexible enough to layer a tee,
or leave open with a tank. A great casual shirt to take right through to Autumn, and a good safe-bet to
opt for.
IGN’s Top 10 Games of 2009
01: Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (MA 15+)
PS3
A rollicking adventure with loveable characters and mind-blowing action set pieces.
02: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (MA 15+)
PC, PS3, Xbox 360
An intense first person shooter with a highly cinematic story and some of the best online multiplayer
around.
03: New Super Mario Bros. Wii (G)
Wii
Classic 2D Mario platforming played with up to four players simultaneously. Riotously good fun.
04: The Beatles: Rock Band (PG)
PS3, Wii, Xbox 360
A loving homage to one of the greatest bands of all time. Play and sing your way through their entire
career!
05: Assassin’s Creed II (MA 15+)
PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Journey back to Venice and Florence during the Renaissance in this open-world action title.
06: FIFA Soccer 10 (G)
PS3, Xbox 360
The triumphant return of FIFA! Hands down the best soccer game of the year.
07: The Sims 3 (M)
PC
A voyeuristic window into the live and loves of the denizens of a virtual town.
08: Professor Layton and Pandora’s Box (PG)
DS
A great collection of mind-bending puzzles, presented as part of a charming mystery.
09: Need for Speed: Shift (G)
PC, PS3, Xbox 360
You’ll really believe you’re behind the wheel of some of the most advanced race cars on the planet.
10: Wii Sports Resort (G)
Wii
A tropical paradise filled with games to play, from Frisbee and golf, to archery and sword fighting.
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