#but felix and oliver are also at the forefront

[mothdruid]

A FELIX AND OLIVER FIC???? I WANNA KNOW MORE PLS

omg, G! of course!!!

my felix and oliver fic is a threesome fic that happens at a uni party. my idea for it is that you're fucking felix, then oliver "accidentally" walks in and you taunt him to come join or felix says he can look but not touch (cucking situation). who knows, maybe i'll write both of the ideas.

here is a small snippet

Even though the idea of someone seeing the two of you sent a thrill down your spine, you loved the way he got on the dance floor. The way his arm would loop around your waist, pulling you close to him, making sure that everyone with eyes could see that you were his. Especially when those eyes were ice blue and soulless. The eyes that belonged to his new close friend, Oliver.

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[mhevarujta]

Saltburn and The Talented Mr Ripley

I keep reading that Saltburn is a dollarstore version of The Talented Mr Ripley and I disagree... strongly.

1)This movie is a mix of genres and in open dialogue with many movies and books. People act as if this makes it unoriginal, but creators doing this consciously (and Fennell is very open about her influences) is not something new and WAS in fact used in movies and literature to make works exist not just individually, but also within genres and traditions, in comparison to one another. I don't think it's a matter of being uninspired and it's lovely that a movie that is meant to be pure, delicious fun has this much work put behind it.

2)Fennell herself has said that she loves Highsmith even though, when writing Saltburn, Ripley was not in her mind consciously like gothics and british country house stories.

I DO think that, subconsciously or not, she WAS affected by Ripley, but I still find that the similarities are contextualized within the genres and themes that interest HER. Some comparisons:

-Oliver is not in it for money in the beginning. He's not a poor, ill-treated-by-family opportunist who's working in whatever manner he can to get by or who HAS to be deeply closeted because his society and several specific characters have shamed him for his sexuality.

-The scene of Oliver cleaning Farleigh's room is compared to Tom cleaning up after Dickie and the latter snapping. A main difference I see is that in the Ripley-movie (this scene was not in the book), this is a very minor moment and Dickie is living up to his name short of two letters because he's irritable, grieving and guilty. In Saltburn, this scene is very different in context. Oliver is not cleaning casually. Felix complains about the heat and he's still like a piglet in his own filth, too rich to raise his finger. I DO remember my time at campus during the summer and the temperature in there, and the idea of two-days-old remnants of food being thrown in a room and having started to smell? Oh, boy. While what Oliver said can be seen as insulting, it can also be seen as honest and Felix's reaction as kinda immature and wanting to both be what he is and never be judged in the slightest, even if it's not in an ill-intended manner. This shows us part of who Felix is, why people put on performances for him, and how Oliver observes, acting on a trial and error basis, and shifts his performance as he goes along to fit to what is wanted of him. This is a scene that does a lot of groundwork in a small timespan.

-Unlike both book and movie-Dickie, this never becomes a story about Felix leading Oliver on. Whether Felix is aware of Oliver's feelings for him is never at the forefront. In fact, it's quite likely that they haven't registered, just like many things don't for him, and that's part of the story the movie is telling and of the criticism it's making.

-I'd also like to compare the three murders. I'm saying three because book!Ripley and movie!Ripley have different murder-scenes. In the movie, Dickie's annoyance and resentment escalate in the boat. Tom is finally honest in a way he never has been for, accusing Dickie of putting on a show himself, of leading him on, of being the one dishonest about his feelings etc. After all, by that point Tom has used honesty as manipulation in the beginning and has been genuinely honest later. The murder happens in the heat of the moment. In the book the murder is 200% premeditated. Tom had settled upon murdering Dickie and taking his identity before they are even on that boat. In fact, being on that boat is part of Tom's plan, and some final moments of having Dicke back in a good mood and experiencing his 'light' again, to not stay his hand.

In Oliver's case there is a very different quality to the murder. Felix has not reached some point of being bored. He has learned of Oliver's excessive lies and can't look at him as the same person no matter what Oliver says. Oliver deep down gets the gravity of that, yet he feels indignant because he knows that all people around Felix play little parts and doesn't see himself as being any different. In this case, the murder is premeditated, but undesired. Oliver wings the murder after his and Farleigh's discussion, being afraid that all of this will become a dream he is reminiscent over while he lives a miserable life, having become like his parents. The manner of it is inspired by the scene he witnesses when he tries to approach Felix in the bathroom during the party and when he sees Farleigh too doing lines. But even then, the confrontation in the Labyrinth is very real and heated. Even with the premeditation, Oliver is deeply desirous of having Felix's light sign upon him again and ready to put and end to his plan if that happened. It's never about taking everything away from Felix. It's about: 'If I can't have you, if you won't have me, you can't exist.' It's about Oliver's last hope being crushed. The rest is only the result of growing resentment and hatred, combined with an inability to let go and a need to feel victorious; a conqueror.

My point is that I don't reject the comparisons, but I think that there is thought, effort and depth behind the writing of this movie and it's not some downgrade.

[dandyduel]

HELLO WHAT ARE YOU THOIGHTS ON SALTBURN ( MAINLY THE QUEERNESS OF IT ALL)

Helloo!!

Personally I adored Saltburn, and hope to rewatch it in the coming days (amen to friends letting me use their streaming accounts).

I think the queer lens was an interesting aspect of this film, and there has been an engaging discourse surrounding whether or not it follows through on foreshadowed queer engagement.

The key themes of Saltburn (desire, becoming, wealth) and the ways in which they are explored throughout the narrative undoubtedly holds a queer essence at its core, with Oliver Quick's 'becoming' at the forefront of this. Particularly in regards to his obsessive nature and increasing hunger as he augments a deeper and arguably more sexual connection with Felix and the extended Catton family.

I think to assume that Oliver was calculated and precise in his ascension to become a figurative 'King' of Saltburn's estate is to undermine Emerald Fennel's storytelling as well as the stellar performance of Barry Keoghan (who in all the interviews I have read/viewed presents a wonderfully fleshed out understanding of the character, which flows into his embodiment). In many ways this is the same as his apparent queerness. It is clumsy and unsure, yet carnal and intrinsic. It is calculated until faced with a moment of animalistic desire, at which point Oliver becomes governed by his urges. He is presented to the audience as an individual with complex desires and motivations - as well as an unreliable narrator. Hence, I believe it to be slightly foolish when people attempt to discount the nature of his relationship with Felix due to his statement: "I wasn't in love with him"... Sir, you defiled his grave.

While Oliver's personal identity as a queer person is ostensible, the themes present and the means he exploits (ie. Farleigh handjob, submission to Felix's desire to 'save' people) in order to make his way up the 'food chain' (or perhaps 'the divine right of Kings' is more fitting) are undoubtedly that following a queer framework; elucidating the ways by which man can be driven to depravity by his desperate search for something to conquer/ someone's life to indulge in. As well as I think the themes of consumption as closeness which does not sound dissimilar to the examples of 'queer yearning' I see so often (and often find myself also expressing) on this site.

Anyway -

(Thanks for asking me abt this!!! I'm sorry this isn't proofread or really fleshed out beyond the thoughts that have been marinating in my skull since I left the cinema but I could ramble for an age. hope this wasn't too higgledy-piggledy! <3 xx)

[triciamel-16-blog]

Trends in 2020

The year 2020 has no choice but to be momentous, heralding in a new decade with the most satisfying numerical repetition. Convenience and sustainability will be at the forefront of the incoming era, with innovative developments in entertainment, fitness, parenting, wellness, and more making our lives easier while also keeping Mother Earth's lifespan top of mind. Oh, and let's not forget about that presidential election, which is sure to spark passionate conversations as younger generations enter the political sphere.

We've already listened, watched, snacked, and explored our way through 2020's emerging trends, and we're highlighting 20 that will reach their peak in the months ahead. Pause your Disney+ stream and grab a CBD-infused beverage, because it's about to be one heck of a year.

— Reporting by Victoria Messina

1. THE NEW A-LIST CELEBRITY

The stars everyone will be buzzing about in 2020 have one major quality in common: authenticity. A new wave of young actors, artists, and influencers are embracing their identities and making the landscape more diverse than ever. In 2019, musicians like Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X, and Lizzo paved the way for emerging talents who will similarly play by their own rules in the new year. There's Clairo, a 21-year-old bedroom-pop singer who's steadily (and somewhat accidentally) gained a hefty following since she released a low-fi music video that went viral in 2017. Poet and singer-songwriter Arlo Parks is another one to watch, taking the world by storm with her confessional lyrics about anxiety, adolescence, and identity. And we'd be remiss not to include Claud, a nonbinary artist leading the charge for LGBTQ+ representation in indie-pop music. In the influencer sphere, you can count on teen YouTube sensation Emma Chamberlain to continue to grow her fan base in 2020, as Gen Zers relate to her unfiltered, down-to-earth content and quirky humor. A social media star who became a YouTube Originals actor, Rickey Thompson is unabashedly himself in all of his Instagram videos, oozing unapologetic confidence and inspiring his followers to do the same. Expect these stars and more to become household names that everyone stans.

2. EMBRACING EARTHY NEUTRALS

Whereas punchy neons reigned supreme in 2019, the new year will dial things down to the opposite end of the spectrum with more natural, muted colors in the spotlight. Earthy neutrals were prominent on the Spring 2020 runways, with designers like Max Mara, Kate Spade, and Brandon Maxwell serving up caramel browns, rusty khakis, and olive greens as onlookers donned similar safari-inspired looks. You can expect this proclivity for subdued hues to bleed into the home decor sphere in 2020, too. According to data pulled by interior design service Modsy, calming neutrals and serene blues (looking at you, Pantone's 2020 color of the year!) are among the most popular color groups for those decorating their living spaces, perfect for those coping with the rather — how do we put this lightly? — loud political climate.

3. SUMMER OLYMPICS SWITCH-UPS

The 2020 Summer Olympics are taking us to Tokyo, and four sports are making their Olympic Games debuts. Athletes from across the globe will now vie for gold in climbing, karate, skateboarding, and surfing, along with OG sports like archery, gymnastics, swimming, and beach volleyball. Baseball and softball will return to the Olympics for the first time since 2008. Plus, there will be nine new mixed-gender events, with men and women competing in sailing, table tennis, swimming and track relays, and more.

Some top female contenders to keep your eyes on? Park skateboarder Brighton Zeuner, a 15-year-old with two X Games gold medals under her belt, will likely be crushing the quarter pipes. Running icon Allyson Felix could become the most decorated US track and field Olympian should she qualify for the team and nab two medals at the games. Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles is expected to defend her title as Olympic all-around champion from the 2016 Summer Games, and the US women's soccer team will certainly dominate the field, fresh off their World Cup victory. See all the action go down starting July 24.

4. GEN Z ROCK THE VOTE

Pssst, have you heard? There's a presidential election happening in 2020, and the youngest generation of voters is expected to play a key role in who assumes the Oval Office. One in 10 eligible voters will be members of Gen Z (aged 18 to 23 at the time of the election), up from just four percent in 2016. This slice of the electorate is more ethnically and racially diverse than older generations, is more accepting of same-sex marriage and gender fluidity, and believes government should be doing more to solve Americans' problems. Not to mention they're also particularly passionate about issues like climate change and gun control, both of which are hot-button topics for this election.

Of course, voter eligibility doesn't necessarily equate to turnout, so registering and actually showing up to the polls is crucial if this group wants to effect change. Considering the throngs of young activists who've taken to the streets for Global Climate Strike protests and March For Our Lives demonstrations in the past few years, we have an inkling they'll come through knowing what's at stake in 2020.

5. PLANT-BASED MEATS GO MAINSTREAM

Once seen as a niche product only consumed by vegans and vegetarians, plant-based meats will continue garnering mainstream acceptance among traditionally carnivorous foodies in the coming year. The market is predicted to grow by 28 percent each year until it reaches a whopping $85 billion by 2030, thanks to an increasing number of consumers with health, environmental, and animal welfare concerns. Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat are leading the charge, producing alt-meats for grocery store shoppers and partnering with chain restaurants like Burger King, KFC, and Subway to bring affordable options to the masses. We foresee even more restaurants introducing plant-based meat menu items that go beyond (pun semi-intended) beef-free burgers.

Not fully on board with the alt-meat craze yet? Try blended meats, which combine animal protein with vegetables. Major brands, including Tyson Foods, Applegate, and Perdue, have recently introduced meat-veggie hybrid products like sausage, chicken nuggets, burger patties, and meatballs that appeal to those looking to cut back on, but not fully eliminate, meat consumption. A cheeseburger that also contains a serving of vegetables sounds like a pretty hard-to-resist offering, if you ask us.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.popsugar.com/biggest-trends-of-2020-46970093/amp