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The bimbo feminism girls who love Legally Blonde really missed like the whole point of the movie. The point is that she's not a brainless bimbo. She saves the day with her knowledge of haircare, sure, but she got in the room by going to law school. You cannot reduce that movie down to "Girl knowledge saves the day!" because the perm wouldn't have mattered if she hadn't spent the entire rest of the movie working her ass off in an unrelated field. The feminist angle is that she can have girly interests and also be smart, not that having girly interests is feminist in itself

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The Muppets Present:

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ superstar is a musical that explores the last week of Jesus’s life on earth through the lens of celebrity culture and of Judas’s betrayal, so what would that look like if done entirely by Muppets?

Cast:

Jesus: Gonzo, because I totally buy him as a celebrity type who started with Noble goals, but has fallen into the lifestyle 

Judas: Rizzo, because imagine the ANGST of that betrayal. Also, I need to hear him do the Judas‘s death number so bad. 

Mary Magdalene: Camilla, who clucks all of her solos with subtitles. (in the personal opinion of the writers of this post, that would make all of Mary’s numbers better)

Peter: Fozzie, because he would totally want to be close to the shining superstar, but would also flake at the first sign of trouble 

Pharisees: Uncle Deadly as Caiaphas with Statler and Waldorf as the two backup Pharisees, because those vibes are immaculate. Imagine Statler and Waldorf singing “this Jesus must die“ the same way they sang the Marley and Marley number. 

Herod: Dr. Teeth, backed up by electric mayhem for his solo. I need to hear Herod’s song in his voice so bad, you don’t understand.

Pilate: Kermit, the authority figure trying to keep the peace and make the tough decisions, while slowly having a mental breakdown about it in the background 

Chorus: mostly other rat and chicken Muppets make up Jesus’s followers (specifically, all of the other apostles are also rats, because the rats singing drunk at the last supper would be amazing), but there are also other general Muppets making up the crowds of Jerusalem

This is the rare Muppet adaptation with no human celebrity star, it doesn’t need them. It is an entirely Muppet production.

Happy Easter, everyone

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A reminder for those of us with cats at Easter that lilies of ANY kind are BAD for cats. Some species such as Calla, Peace and Peruvian do not cause kidney damage or death like Easter and daylilies, but they can still cause irritation and gastrointestinal issues if ingested...

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The beautiful schooner Opal off Greenland

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Dorian, with a guilty expression: Wait… accidentally?

DO YOU SEE MY VISION?

Cleopatra and Meleager: “So like… you accidently killed your lover?” Apollo, nods while crying into Hyacinthus’ shoulder: “Yes! Finally someone understands!” Patroclus and Achilles: “We’re here too, you know.” Alexander, nudging Hephaestion: “Am I dreaming? Please tell me I’m not dreaming.” Nico and Will: “WHY ARE WE ALL BRUNET X BLOND(E) WHAT’S WRONG WITH US??”

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sorry to post facebook videos on main but the sound of jello going through an industrial shredder is both mesmerizing and horrible

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I finally watched The Sound of Music and like I get it now, I get it. 

It’s a beautiful two hour love story of a strict man finally opening his heart again and then a fifty minute public service announcement to hate the nazis. Brilliant.

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kitty car 🐱

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Poster for Korean Original Ballet production of Les Misérables

Just in case the lineup may confused you, I've added clarification beside it.

There's apparently fun little choreography that Old Javert does with his young self before the death 😰

Other than that, here's some photos:

Proof that this production existed

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the oldest video on courfeyrac's phone shows bossuet age 15 sitting down in a bench so aggressively that the bench tips over backwards, at which point courfeyrac laughs obnoxiuosly behind the camera and the video starts shaking but one can still see bossuet glaring at courfeyrac but he's trying not to laugh himself

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Tips for writing flawed but lovable characters.

Flawed characters are the ones we root for, cry over, and remember long after the story ends. But creating a character who’s both imperfect and likable can feel like a tightrope walk. 

1. Flaws That Stem From Their Strengths

When a character’s greatest strength is also their Achilles' heel, it creates depth.

Strength: Fiercely loyal.

Flaw: Blind to betrayal or willing to go to dangerous extremes for loved ones.

“She’d burn the whole world down to save her sister—even if it killed her.”

2. Let Their Flaws Cause Problems

Flaws should have consequences—messy, believable ones.

Flaw: Impatience.

Result: They rush into action, ruining carefully laid plans.

“I thought I could handle it myself,” he muttered, staring at the smoking wreckage. “Guess not.”

3. Show Self-Awareness—or Lack Thereof

Characters who know they’re flawed (but struggle to change) are relatable. Characters who don’t realize their flaws can create dramatic tension.

A self-aware flaw: “I know I talk too much. It’s just… silence makes me feel like I’m disappearing.” A blind spot: “What do you mean I always have to be right? I’m just better at solving problems than most people!”

4. Give Them Redeeming Traits

A mix of good and bad keeps characters balanced.

Flaw: They’re manipulative.

Redeeming Trait: They use it to protect vulnerable people.

“Yes, I lied to get him to trust me. But he would’ve died otherwise.”

Readers are more forgiving of flaws when they see the bigger picture.

5. Let Them Grow—But Slowly

Instant redemption feels cheap. Characters should stumble, fail, and backslide before they change.

Early in the story: “I don’t need anyone. I’ve got this.”

Midpoint: “Okay, fine. Maybe I could use some help. But don’t get used to it.”

End: “Thank you. For everything.”

The gradual arc makes their growth feel earned.

6. Make Them Relatable, Not Perfect

Readers connect with characters who feel human—messy emotions, bad decisions, and all.

A bad decision: Skipping their best friend’s wedding because they’re jealous of their happiness.

A messy emotion: Feeling guilty afterward but doubling down to justify their actions.

A vulnerable moment: Finally apologizing, unsure if they’ll be forgiven.

7. Use Humor as a Balancing Act

Humor softens even the most prickly characters.

Flaw: Cynicism.

Humorous side: Making snarky, self-deprecating remarks that reveal their softer side.

“Love? No thanks. I’m allergic to heartbreak—and flowers.”

8. Avoid Overdoing the Flaws

Too many flaws can make a character feel unlikable or overburdened.

Instead of: A character who’s selfish, cruel, cowardly, and rude.

Try: A character who’s selfish but occasionally shows surprising generosity.

“Don’t tell anyone I helped you. I have a reputation to maintain.”

9. Let Them Be Vulnerable

Vulnerability adds layers and makes flaws understandable.

Flaw: They’re cold and distant.

Vulnerability: They’ve been hurt before and are terrified of getting close to anyone again.

“It’s easier this way. If I don’t care about you, then you can’t leave me.”

10. Make Their Flaws Integral to the Plot

When flaws directly impact the story, they feel purposeful rather than tacked on.

Flaw: Their arrogance alienates the people they need.

Plot Impact: When their plan fails, they’re left scrambling because no one will help them.

Flawed but lovable characters are the backbone of compelling stories. They remind us that imperfection is human—and that growth is possible.

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What's the matter with you, Cosette?

Have you been too much on your own?

So many things unclear

So many things unknown

My girllll 🫂🫶

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Eyes and tears.

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*me, drunkenly pressing my face against my 17 year old cats face*: I love you. Do you know that? I hope that somewhere in your brain you can understand that I love you. You have been with me for so long. We have grown up together. I was only eight years old when you came into my life as a kitten. We were both babies. Please understand that I love you more than I can ever say. You are my companion through everything. When you die I will sob and scream and beg for you back, even for a moment. When you rest your paw against my hands there's a connection that passes through time. Humans and animals, bonded since before history began. I love you.

No, you cannot eat my sandwich.

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Having big feelings about these two

(For the 2,435th day in a row)

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brown pony and heart cat

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The opening to Frankenstein is really just like:

"Captain, we found a twink!"

"A twink? This far north? Give him a warm bath and send him to my quarters immediately!"