#jerry mulligan

[takenbtwind]

A great meme courtesy of my much more offline friend

[altaruwusmolboiz]

GUYS WAIT I JUST REALIZED SOMETHING

THE THREE MUSKATEERS ARE LITERALLY SINGING ABOUT THEIR LOVE EXPERIENCES AT FIRST

J: Life has just begun Jack has found his Jill; Don't know what you've done But I'm all a-thrill

Jerry has never really felt romantic love before, because he's never really had any time between art and eventually fighting. Now that he sees what love is, he just can't imagine a life without it, choosing to embrace his love for this woman. He clearly cares about Lise, romantically, the most of the three muskateers, which is rarely questioned.

A: How can words express Your divine appeal? You can never guess All the love I feel

Notice Adam's use of the word divine. Although he does love Lise, he particularly loves her less for herself and more as a muse, because she's such an amazing dancer who can really portray her feelings. Once again, Adam, I think, genuinely did love Lise in the beginning, but he didn't really understand Lise. He mostly sees her as something godlike, and he sees love as something that is completely out of the picture. This is in contrast to Jerry, who originally saw love as out of the picture and then truly sees a chance for him.

H: From now on, lady, I insist For me no other girls exist

It is not debated that Henri is gay, especially in the fandom, so I think the line "No other girls exist" is quite literal. He probably also feels like Lise is the first person he was ever in love with, but he never really was. The reason why no other girls existed in his life is because he was never into girls in the first place, and he's known Lise for a while, so she's the only girl he could remotely ever see himself with. He believes himself to have a chance at love, like Jerry, but he's looking in the wrong places.

Can you see what I'm saying when I say how brilliant this show is? It frustrates me so much when someone says that it's a cash grab, because the show understood why the movie is good and made it even better. It's hard to dislike any of these amazing, complex, and interesting characters. All of them have flaws, which all stem from them having little experience with love, and they cope with these new feelings in different, relatively unhealthy ways. But, in the end, AAIP is about the beauty of love, in any form (Hell, even a mother's bond with her son!), no matter how conventional or unconventional it may be.

And, anyways, they're all so right. Lise is s'wonderful.

[hezigler]

Watch "All The Things You Are. Paul Desmond/Gerry Mulligan. (Eb). Transcribed by Carles Margarit" on YouTube

More than a bit of a J.S. Bach influence...

[humanfox030]

Zac Oyama moments that remind me of Hoid

(Part 11)

[gyllenhaalstories]

Carey Mulligan and Jake Gyllenhaal as Jeanette & Jerry Brinson in WILDLIFE (2018).

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[hamable]

McElroy brothers are worms in my brain. They talk about Jerry Seinfeld saying there’s no comedy on TV anymore, and I’m like Danm, Guess Jerry Hasn’t Seen Dropout Yet.

And without missing a beat Justin belts to the heavens my exact thoughts: “BRENNAN LEE MULLIGAN SINGLE HANDEDLY IS MAKING ENOUGH CONTENT TO KEP AN ENTIRE NATION FED!”

[mostlydaydreaming]

An American in Paris (1951) - The ballet that almost wasn't

Curiously, the big ballet to the music of Gershwin's tone poem that gave the picture its title almost was omitted from the picture.

The concept was to stage it in sets resembling the work of painters the Jerry Mulligan character supposedly admires, Rousseau, Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Utrillo, and Dufy among them. This presented enormous challenges to Preston Ames, the art director, and Keogh Gleason, the set designer, and their workers.

The problem was compounded by the fact that Vincent Minnelli, who had a commitment to direct another film at the time, would not be there to complete the picture.

That duty would devolve on Gene Kelly, who had a great respect for Minnelli's eyes and taste and who already had the responsibilities of choreographer and dancer. Caron would be in much of the ballet, but Kelly had to be in all of it.

[medium-observation]

AUGUST RELEASE

Beetlejuice - First US National Tour

February 19, 2023 - Medium Observation

Video

Cast:

Justin Collette (Beetlejuice), Isabella Esler (Lydia Deetz), Britney Coleman (Barbara Maitland), Will Burton (Adam Maitland), Jesse Sharp (Charles Deetz), Kate Marilley (Delia Deetz), Lexie Dorsett Sharp (u/s Miss Argentina), Abe Goldfarb (Otho), Brian Vaughn (Maxie Dean), Karmine Alers (Maxine Dean/Juno), Jackera Davis (Girl Scout), Ryan Breslin (s/w Ensemble), Morgan Harrison (s/w Ensemble)

Notes:

Excellent video of the tour, featuring Lexie's second show as Miss Argentina. There is a head on the left side that is always worked around and doesn't take away at all. some washout is seen in wideshots but it's minimal.

NFT Date: February 6, 2024

Screenshots: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjAsWs4

Video is $20

Some Like it Hot (Shaiman and Wittman) - Broadway

April 26, 2023 - Medium Observation

Video | Matinée

Cast:

Christian Borle (Joe/Josephine), J. Harrison Ghee (Jerry/Daphne), Adrianna Hicks (Sugar), Kevin Del Aguila (Osgood), NaTasha Yvette Williams (Sweet Sue), Adam Heller (Mulligan), Mark Lotito (Spats), Angie Schworer (Minnie), TyNina Rene Brandon (Ensemble), DeMarius R. Copes (Ensemble), Casey Garvin (Ensemble), Devon Hadsell (Ensemble), Jenny Hill (Ensemble), KJ Hippensteel (Ensemble), Jarvis B. Manning (Ensemble), Brian Martin (Ensemble), Abby Matsusaka (Ensemble), Amber Owens (Ensemble), Charles South (Ensemble), Brendon Stimson (Ensemble), Raena White (Ensemble), Richard Riaz Yoder (Ensemble)

Notes:

Absolutely Flawless video. There is a small head on the bottom left but it only obstructs the very front of the stage. The whole cast was really fantastic.

NFT Date: February 6, 2024

Screenshots: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjABxXi

Video is $20

Videos can be purchased through me at mediumobservationtrading@gmail.com

[yico0]

Roundtable 3: An American in Paris

"An American in Paris" is a classic musical from 1951, directed by Vincente Minnelli and featuring the lively music of George Gershwin. The film stars Gene Kelly as Jerry Mulligan, an American painter living in Paris, who falls in love with a beautiful dancer named Lise, played by Leslie Caron.

What are the social aspects within the film’s narrative that align with the film’s songs?

Cultural Exchange and Integration, "I Got Rhythm": Jerry Mulligan performs this song when surrounded by French children. The scene illustrates the cultural exchange between the American protagonist and the local Parisians. Jerry, who is an American, uses his charm and artistic flair to connect with French culture, which is receptive but also distinct. It symbolizing the blend and appreciation of different cultures.

Post-War Optimism and Recovery, “I’ll Build a Stairway to Paradise": Performed during a lavish nightclub scene, this song reflects the luxurious and escapist environments that became popular in post-war Europe as a way to move past the hardships of World War II. The entertainment industry, including nightclubs and music halls, played a crucial role in this societal recovery.

How do the historiographies of previously recorded songs inform audience relationships with the musical’s narrative and performers?

Period Reflection: The songs selected for the film not only reflect the musical zeitgeist of Gershwin's time but also evoke the vibrant energy of the Jazz Age and the subsequent years. This cultural embedding helps the audience connect the narrative’s setting—post-war Paris—with the broader historical narrative of American music and its influence.

Gene Kelly’s Star Power: Gene Kelly was not just an actor but a celebrated dancer and singer whose performances were major draws for audiences. His ability to embody the spirit of Gershwin’s music through dance (particularly evident in the ballet sequence) and song significantly influences how audiences perceive and connect with the film. Kelly's own history and persona as a performer add an additional layer of appreciation and engagement for the audience.

What musical genre/style drives the film’s score, and how does the genre/style (re)define the film as a musical? 

The musical genre that primarily drives the score of "An American in Paris" is a fusion of classical and jazz music, uniquely embodied through the compositions of George Gershwin.

Redefining Musical Film Structure: Unlike many musicals of the time, which often featured scores written directly for the screen, "An American in Paris" uses a pre-existing, concert-oriented score that is adapted into the film's narrative. This approach allowed the film to explore more complex musical forms typically associated with the concert hall rather than the musical stage. The extended ballet sequence set to Gershwin‘s "An American in Paris" is a prime example, offering a narrative told almost entirely through dance and music, reminiscent of a classical ballet but infused with jazz energy.

Broadening Audience Appeal: The integration of jazz with classical music broadened the film's appeal, attracting not only traditional fans of musical theater but also those who appreciated more serious musical forms. This crossover appeal helped redefine what a musical film could be, making it both a popular entertainment medium and a serious artistic endeavor.

[altaruwusmolboiz]

Someone please write an AAIP fanfiction where Henri is sad that he legally cannot get married so Jerry, Lise and Milo say F that and they create a wedding for Henri and Adam and Adam proposes to Henri and he's like "Btw, the wedding's tomorrow. Get your suit". AND BOTH OF THEM ARE CRYING SAYING THEIR VOWS BECAUSE GOD THEY LOVE EACH OTHER AND THEY LOVE JERRY AND LISE AND MILO FOR DOING THIS AND AAAAAAAA AHKLDJ IAOUPFARIHJKLAKRF

Because I WOULD WRITE THIS, if I have time.

[ashtxeman]

Punch-Out!! Pet Headcanons :]

I thought it'd be nice to get more info out there from the massive 12,000 word document I have for Punch-Out stuff. So, here's what the boys pets are (excluding Don and Hippo who, as of now, don't have any)! Silly disclaimer that some of this information has been put on some individual headcanon posts, so if you think you've seen it before, you probably have! Still nice to compile it all together. Now enough yapping..

Joe would love a cat, but he's allergic so he can't get one. He might cave eventually and just power through it. He does consider Kaiser's pet to be his own, but he's allergic to them so isn't a fan of handing out belly scratches or pats.

Kaiser has a schnauzer called Stahl who rocks a mustache just like him! They get along incredibly well, matching from the military force in their steps when they go on walks, or the muddy green colour decorating their overalls and leashes respectively. An inseperable pair.

Disco has a budgie called Bingo and a parrot called Donna (an odd name, but he insisted on naming it after Donna Summer). He's always been a fan of birds and loves teaching them to talk so he can someday create his own bird choir (where he is the main vocalist).. so far, results are less than desireable. But he still lives his birdy babies.

Hondo has an absolutely ferocious Scottish fold called Tofu, who Hugger named. She will bite, claw, scratch, and hiss at anything that moves, and often times she's been compared to Aran in nature which Hondo sadly agrees with. Deep down she truly does love Hondo, she just has a very violent love language.

Hugger, as anybody would think, has an ungodly amount of animals in his house. A maine coon called Bobby, Murphy the squirrel (who Hondo named), Maple the bear, two horses called Dusty and Valley, a flock of birds that constantly hang around in his garden, a fox called Muse that stops by occasionally, a landseer dog called Beethoven (he couldn't get his hands on a St. Bernard, so he improvised), and a terrier called Husk. 

Tiger has his white tiger, Gahana. She's a gorgeous creature and has the exact same smug nature as her owner. Often time she's kept in India since owning a tiger isn't very common in the states, but whenever Tiger fancies a visit he can easily go over to her or bring her to him.

Aran has a surprising amount of pets. Two weasels called Tom and Jerry (reference intended), a cat called Lucky, and a few lizards named Burren, Porter, Druid and Mulligan (all names of Irish pubs that Aran has definitely been to). His house smells like animal pee and he does not care how much you complain about it.

Soda has two huskies, Sila and Vlast, alongside a miniature pinscher called Sergey who he rescued from the streets. Sila and Vlast are powerful, boastful dogs who love to show off a little, whilst Sergey is more humble but does enjoy playing copycat with his siblings.

Bull doesn't have any personal pets, but has plenty of farm animals (and several bulls) back in Turkey that he gets along well with. Suppose they bring him comfort.

Macho has his three dobermanns, Duke, Cooper and Ace. They are spoilt to death and whenever he has the opportunity he WILL bring them up, so chances are if you know Macho you know the doberbros just as well.

Sandman isn't a big animal fan, but has a guinea pig called Drowsy who loves to cuddle (and sleep). She often loves to snuggle in bed and keep the big man calm when he needs it. She's a suberb emotional support animal.

[chantalstacys]

favorite fictional crushes from old movies? ☺️ your account is so pretty

this has been sitting in my inbox for a minute thank you for asking and waiting!! this is such a fun question 💗

♡ joe bradley from roman holiday (1953)

the perfect man!! you know it would be hard to follow princess ann but once he falls for you he would treasure you and spend days doing anything you wanted then carrying you to bed when you got tired

♡ david parkson from the reluctant debutante (1958)

“he’s every woman’s type. tall, dark, lean, handsome, broad shoulders, i mean what more could anyone want?” not only does he have beautiful manners and insane flirting skills but he is a freaking DUKE and you’d get to live with him in his italian villa. plus i’ve always had a thing for drummers. basically he’s the fictional man of my dreams

♡ rod anderson jr. from what a way to go! (1964)

okay but how fun would it be to be married to rod anderson jr. to just spend your days shopping and going to glitzy parties and making love in a champagne glass bed. just don’t let him try milking a bull and you’re good!!!

♡ jerry mulligan from an american in paris (1951)

just imagine the nighttime walks, holding hands in museums, sitting in his little apartment while he paints you… and he would be the best daddy!!!

♡ raymond dabney in personal property (1937)

he’s so playful and affectionate and there would be and all the free lingerie you could ever dream of!! and this was robert taylor’s most gorgeous era, i’d be happy to just sit and look at him

♡ leopold dilg from the talk of the town (1942)

idk about how long-lasting this relationship would be, but it would be fun while it lasted. he’d make you food and tell you crazy stories and kiss the brains out of you. plus he’s just too handsome to not crush on

♡ ram bowen from paris blues (1961)

i know this one wouldn’t last lmao. he’s moody, he’s emotionally unavailable, he’d never put you first. he would break your heart into a million pieces but he would for sure be the best lay of your life and you’d never forget him

[upontherisers]

easy company goes broadway

going through my drafts. here's easy company cast as the leads in various musicals

dick winters - javert, les miserables

lewis nixon - bobby, company

harry welsh - nick bottom, something rotten!

ron speirs - robert kinkaid, bridges of madison county

don malarkey - donnie novinsky, bandstand

skip muck - curly, oklahoma!

alex penkala - evan hansen, dear evan hansen

eugene roe - marius, les miserables

shifty powers - orpheus, hadestown

joe toye - eddie birdlace, dogfight

bill guarnere - chris scott, miss saigon

babe heffron - jerry mulligan, an american in paris

joe liebgott - jamie wellerstein, the last five years

george luz - mark, rent

floyd talbert - gabe, next to normal

chuck grant - raoul, the phantom of the opera

smokey gordon - frank shepard, merrily we roll along

tony garcia - melchior, spring awakening

les hashey - laurie, little women

david webster - george cassat, sunday in the park with george

sorry to anyone i forgot but these were all really singing to me