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what do Thanos and Lavender Brown (harry potter character both have in common?
They both were played by Black actors until the point where they had to take centre stage
Damion Poitier played Thanos in the Avengers(2012) post-credit scene
Kathleen Cauley played Lavender brown in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secret and Jennifer Smith played Lavender Brown in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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I just thought this set of tweets was really important.
“Girls want a Superman, but they walk past a Clark Kent every day”
You fuckin CLOWNS think you’re a CLARK KENT? Not on my fuckin watch. You dumb, headass motherfuckers are barely a Guy Gardner and you think you’re a CLARK KENT? The amount of disrespect is unreal.
Listen here, wannabes: My boi Clark is 240 lbs of PURE KANSAS BEEF trained from a young age by Ma Kent to Love and Respect women as the Intelligent, Independent beings they are. He is shy rambling about tractors and casually moving the copy machine when my pen falls behind it and he would NEVER demand I be sexually or romantically interested just because he’s nice.
Y’all ain’t Clark Kent.
Guy Gardner does not deserve this disrespect. Guy Gardner spent the early days of first solo series with a sex worker as his sidekick, and he was respectful of her and her profession and her autonomy. He never made jokes about how she “owed him” for taking her on adventures, and when he won a bunch of money, he gave her money to open the business she wanted. When he then lost most of that money, he insisted she keep what he’d given her because he had given her that money in good faith.
Guy Gardner recovered from a traumatic brain injury that gave him the emotional responses of a child. Rather than trying to get by on a “but I have a reason” bullshit, he worked really hard to get his brain back where it had been, and he did it.
Guy Gardner learned Norwegian to show the girl he liked (Ice/Tora) how much he liked her. He learned about her culture and worked hard to be the sort of man she wanted. When they broke up, he didn’t name call her or talk shit. He DID acknowledge that in all his work to be nicer to make her happy, he made HIMSELF happier by realizing he could be a nicer person. When he and Tora had a chance to get back together again, they both realized that their careers as superheroes made it near impossible, and so they parted as real, honest friends. Guy Gardner did not try to trick Tora into quitting. He didn’t try to convince her that his job was more important. He treated her as an equal.
Guy Gardner grew up in a physically and emotionally abusive household and spent his entire childhood trying to get his father to love him. His father, instead, dropped all his praise on Mace, Guy’s older brother, and Guy was left feeling unloved and useless. He realized that he was the only one who could change, so he went to college, double-majored in education and psychology, and went to work as a PE and special education teacher. He also worked with prisoners, counseling them to give them a better chance at a good life once they were paroled.
He can be boorish and loud and has probably ruined more than one favorite pair of shoes by sloshing his beer on them by accident, but I will not sit here and allow Guy Gardner be compared to the sort of nice guy fuckboys he has worked so hard to NOT BE.
I don't like when people do things for me bc then I feel like they think I owe them and I have no intentions of returning the favor
Me.
My top three feminist exploitations of male-default language. (Insp)
*weeps*
Of course there was sexism in Trek before the reboots, but as this graphic points out, there were also so many opportunities for women characters to kick ass and not be defined solely by their gender. The women characters in the reboot are much more limited - and it shows.
TNG 2.9 "The Measure of a Man"
“The Measure of a Man” is consistently named one of the best ever Trek episodes. Because it’s such a favourite, I’m going to assume you’ve all seen it. If you haven’t, go watch it right now, then come back. I only judge you slightly.
Here are - in no particular order - some of the coolest things about this episode:
1. It’s the first episode by Melinda M. Snodgrass.
Snodgrass’ script was unsolicited and also one of the first scripts she ever wrote, but it led to three more (plus the teleplay for “Pen Pals”) and some work as Story Editor in Season 2 and Executive Script Consultant in Season 3. She got a nomination for a Writers Guild of America award for this episode.
2. It exemplifies classic Trek ideals.
Guinan: Well, consider that in the history of many worlds there have always been disposable creatures. They do the dirty work. They do the work that no one else wants to do because it’s too difficult, or to hazardous. And an army of Datas, all disposable, you don’t have to think about their welfare, you don’t think about how they feel. Whole generations of disposable people.
Picard: You’re talking about slavery.
What makes a sentient being? What defines us as humans? How committed are we really to equality, fairness and justice? This episode asks these classic questions and comes out making a firm case for being solid in our ethics, respecting others who are different, challenging our assumptions, and valuing friendship and cooperation.
3. The dialogue is brilliantly crafted.
“The Measure of a Man” has both great overall lines (Louvois’ “Data is a toaster” moment springs to mind) and effective details. One of the great choices was to have Maddox and Louvois refer to Data as “it” because they see him as a machine, unlike Data’s friends. When Louvois makes her final ruling she begins calling Data “he” as she’s learned to respect his humanity. Even Maddox at the end says, “He’s remarkable” and Louvois notices the change.
“You didn’t call him it,” she says.
4. It’s the first poker game episode!
And while it might not be passable to a poker pro, it’s a ton of fun and a great frame to let each character show part of their personality. Take this opening from O'Brien:
Hold it, that’s my chair. My luck is always lousy unless I start on the dealer’s right.
Data says that’s superstitious but O'Brien says ruefully that experience has taught him it’s a truth. It’s endearing and helps set a fun tone. The scene also plays an important role in the story - showing Data’s friendship with the other officers while highlighting his difference (he doesn’t understand bluffing).
5. No character is wasted.
While Troi doesn’t appear in the show, everyone who does has something significant to do to contribute to the plot or the overall mood. The little things like O'Brien in the poker scene and this scene at the going away party (aka the most depressing party ever) are part of what really make this a great show:
Wesley: Data, you’re supposed to rip the wrapping off.
Data: With the application of a little care, Wes, the paper can be utilised again.
Wesley: Data, you’re missing the point.
Data (rips the paper and pulls out a book): The Dream of the Fire, by K'Ratak. Thank you, Worf.
Worf: It was in the hands of the Klingons that the novel attained its full stature.
Pulaski: I couldn’t disagree more. We’ll save that argument for another day
It’s subtle but every line fits its character to a tee. That’s followed by the tearjerker of a scene with Geordi.
Forcing Riker to act as the counsel arguing against Data was also a brilliant choice, adding another layer of internal conflict over the main courtroom conflict.
Finally, the guest characters are well-crafted. Maddox is the “bad guy” but not evil - while we’re dead set against him, we can understand his argument. Even Data at the end tells him he finds his work “intriguing” And:
5. Philippa Louvois is a complex, commanding and awesome woman character
Philippa Louvois, in charge of the 23rd Sector JAG office, is a truly awesome, interesting character. In her first scene she’s established as complex, smart and confident, with a sense of humour.
What other woman gets to talk like this to Picard?
You know, I never thought I would say this, but it’s good to see you again. It brings a sense of order and stability to my universe to know that you’re still a pompous ass. And a damn sexy man.
And consider the dimensions she displays just in this exchange:
Louvois: There is always an option. He can resign.
Picard: I see.
Louvois (smiling): So you came to me for help.
Picard (snaps): Yes, I came to you. You’re the JAG officer for this sector. I had no choice but to come to you.
Louvois: Wait! I didn’t mean it that way. I’m glad that you felt you could, well, come to me.
Picard: The word trust just isn’t in your vocabulary, is it? Good try, nine out of ten for effort.
Louvois: I wish things were different.
She goes from talking firmly about the law to teasing Picard, to apologizing because she realizes she should’ve respected how important the issue is to him. But despite his distrust of her we’re never made to think she’s not competent.
Her final ruling has authority but also shows humility as she recognizes she can’t really grasp the metaphysical elements of the case:
Does Data have a soul? I don’t know that he has. I don’t know that I have. But I have got to give him the freedom to explore that question himself. It is the ruling of this court that Lieutenant Commander Data has the freedom to choose.
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This is the Boneyard in Tucson, AZ. It's a real place filled with over 1.8 trillion dollars worth of planes, over 90% of which have never left the ground in military service. The most expensive plane...
This is the Boneyard in Tucson, AZ. It’s a real place filled with over 1.8 trillion dollars worth of planes, over 90% of which have never left the ground in military service. The most expensive plane in this photo cost taxpayers sixteen million dollars, and was never used by our military.
The new F-35 fighter will cost taxpayers more than 95 billion dollars each, with a standing order for over 2,000 of these planes, an estimated 1.1 trillion dollars initial order.
Now, remember this photo and these numbers the next time they tell you we can’t afford single payer healthcare for everyone. Remember this photo when they tell you that we can’t provide affordable state financed education because it’s too expensive.
In 10 years, there will be a boneyard just like this filled with 95 billion dollar airplanes that never flew in combat, You will be 10 years older, your medical needs will be more advanced, and the costs will skyrocket… but we will have an airplane graveyard full of planes we never needed instead of medication and education.
Also most of them have been mothballed so long that it wouldn’t be practical to put them into service now anyway!
(I am from Tucson, I have driven past the boneyard and gone to the air & space museum many times in my life. That picture up there honestly downplays how fucking enormous the boneyard is. It is so fucking big.)
Why you should watch “The End of the F***ing World” on Netlfix:
The series knows what it is. The storyline is clear and streamlined; there are no unnecessary frivolities; it’s not trying to bend into something that a mainstream audience will like. That needs to be said though: this show isn’t for everyone, the humour can be niche, but you should give it a try.
Casting is on point. Alex Lawther and Jessica Barden are amazing actors who have a good grasp of their characters, James and Alyssa. They carry most of the show, sometimes even all alone when they’re seperated and they do it with ease. All the supporting roles are great as well and there is no weak link.
The story follows James, who is a self-proclaimed psychopath, and Alyssa. Alyssa is tired of everyone’s shit and befriends James as he is weird and different and she kind of likes that. He has wanted to kill a person for a long time now and Alyssa seems like the perfect person. They end up running away together and getting into lots of trouble. Although they are both deeply flawed, they’re likeable, probably because of the dark humour done effortlessly and the internal monolgues.
The internal monologues is a whole new layer to the story itself. It creates a division between how the world perceive these two, and how they actually are. We empathise with them. It’s also a great way to incorporate comic relief without coming of as forced or cringy.
Amidst the comedy, they also tackle important issues like psychopathy, abuse of several forms, death and neglection.*
The cinematography is marvellous, which I didn’t expect at all. Great setting, costume design was great, the music holy shit so well done. It felt timeless. You could see this in ten years and it wouldn’t feel dated. (One of the reasons, I assume, is the lack of technology.)
In the middle of the show, a sideplot appears in which they start searching for Alyssa and James. I was afraid it would’ve weakened the show, but it worked. The two women supporting the sideplot have a great connection and it felt realistic. (They’re also openly lesbian and one is POC so go equality!)
Simply put, it’s an odd love story. I was afraid it might become sappy near the end, but I’m glad the writers kept them in character. They’re both fucked up and it reflects in the relationship, but it does make sense. James starts to feel things and Alyssa softens her tough exterior. It’s beautiful to see unfold.
It ends in a fucking cliffhanger, and whether or not we get a second season dictates a lot. If you’ve seen it you know what I’m talking about.
It’s only 8 episodes around 20 minutes each, so if you watch without stopping (which I did), you can get through it in less than three hours. it didn’t need to be longer or shorter, nothing was dragged out. Perfect binge-watch material that’ll leave you satisfied.
*trigger warning for abuse and death. There are points where it can get graphic, so be smart.
Watch “The End of the F***ing World” on Netflix
The show is a roller coaster from start to finish. With a kickass female lead and a self diagnosed psychopath the characters never dissapoint. One of the things I love most about this show is how the dialogue between them is so fast and sharp it will surprise a laugh out of you in even the most dire of situations. The show also lets you hear their internal dialogue and trains of thought which makes the characters much more relatable and vulnerable.
The colors and framing of “The End of the F***ing World” are also incredible. It feels timeless and you honestly forget that it is taking place in the present day. The amazing retro soundtrack helps with taking your mind and focus to a time where just Alyssa and James exist.
This show is a must watch for anybody with a dark sense of humor, love of characters who take no shit, authority figure problem, vulnerability, and young love. You will never want it to end.
Listen............I love her
Theoretical physicist Brian Greene on why the sciences and the humanities are kindred spirits.
via: Big Think
This is beautiful
