#academy award performance

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Sparks at the Union Chapel, London

November 24 2013

There's a surprising amount of footage for this show, so here's a masterpost:

Your Call's Very Important To Us. Please Hold.

B.C. & Here In Heaven

Academy Award Performance

Good Morning

Falling In Love With Myself Again

Big Boy

This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us feat. Thurston Moore

How Are You Getting Home?

Suburban Homeboy

Speech + applause

Tryouts For The Human Race

The Number One Song In Heaven

Ron's shuffle

Speech + applause

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Lady Gaga winning Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for “Die With A Smile” at the 67th GRAMMY Awards

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At the 85th Academy Awards, the cast of Les Miserables took the stage to perform a rousing rendition of One Day More from the 2012 film. Eddie Redmayne, starring as Marius, was among the ensemble that sang the live number at the awards ceremony and the actor recently reflected on his nerves right before he went onstage for the performance. "I was getting pretty nervous and I could see Amanda [Seyfried] standing in front of me and we were about to sing our little duet," Redmayne recalled during an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Right before the actor went on, he heard the stage manager tell him that a billion people were watching the show. "I sort of survived," he said of his performance, adding that he was impressed by his co-stars Aaron Tveit and Samantha Barks. "I remember after my bit, Aaron came on and just flipping owned it! I was like 'That is how you do live performance!'" x

GIF: mine x

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i've been rotating shadowheart saying "stop being so gentle" in her dark justiciar sex scene in my head ever since i saw it bc it is so. SO devastatingly sad. here is a woman raised in a cult to believe pain is good and suffering is good and all the agony she suffered as a child and still suffers now in the name of her goddess was right. and then somebody comes along who loves her and they treat her with tenderness and she can't fucking bear it and she begs them to stop because if she thinks about the fact that being loved and cared for doesn't have to involve pain then she'll have to question what the point of all her suffering was and she's committed too many sins to look back now.

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Gender is a performance and I just won an Oscar

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Ryan Gosling and Mark Ronson Perform 'I'm Just Ken' at Oscars 2024

This was everything I hoped it would be.

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Ryan Gosling didn’t deserve that Oscar nom but neither did Margot Robbie. The level of performances this year were insane and the real snub was Greta Lee’s performance in Past Lives. Also, Lily Gladstone just became the first Native American (US) woman to be nominated at the Oscar for Best Leading Actress. The white feminism off people be having is insane.

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jacob catching strays for being bafta nominated for his performance in saltburn .. people who have never suffered the misfortune of 15 minutes with a posh boy could never understand the intricacies and layers and with what accuracy he portrays them

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Power of Repetition in Public Speaking

After watching "Oscar-winning actor & writer Tom Hanks gives the Oxford Union an acting lesson" on YouTube I felt inspired to write this blog. The link below if interested.

Public speaking is an art that transcends mere words; it involves a deep understanding of human psychology, effective communication techniques, and the strategic use of rhetorical devices. Among these, repetition stands out as a powerful tool that can elevate a speech from ordinary to extraordinary. In this blog, we delve into the Repetition class in speaking, exploring how this technique can captivate audiences, enhance message retention, and leave a lasting impact.

The Basics of Repetition:

Repetition involves the intentional reuse of words, phrases, or ideas within a speech. When employed thoughtfully, it can create emphasis, reinforce key points, and establish a rhythm that resonates with the audience. There are various forms of repetition, each serving a unique purpose:

Anaphora: This involves repeating the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences. For example, Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech masterfully uses anaphora with the repetition of "I have a dream."

Epistrophe: In contrast to anaphora, epistrophe repeats a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences. Winston Churchill's famous "We shall fight on the beaches" speech is a classic example of epistrophe in action.

Anadiplosis: This technique involves repeating the last word of one clause or sentence at the beginning of the next. This creates a seamless connection between ideas and builds momentum. Yoda's sage advice, "Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering," is an example of anadiplosis.

The Impact of Repetition:

Emphasis: Repetition serves as a spotlight, directing the audience's attention to specific words or ideas. By repeating a key point, a speaker can emphasize its importance, making it more likely to be remembered.

Rhythm and Flow: A well-crafted repetition adds a musical quality to a speech, creating a rhythmic flow that engages the audience. This cadence can make the message more memorable and enjoyable.

Connection: Repetition helps to establish connections between different parts of a speech. It ties ideas together, creating a cohesive narrative that is easier for the audience to follow.

Persuasion: Through repetition, a speaker can subtly persuade the audience to adopt a particular viewpoint or take action. The consistent reinforcement of a message can influence attitudes and beliefs.

Practical Tips for Using Repetition Effectively:

Choose Key Points: Identify the core messages you want to convey, and strategically repeat key words or phrases associated with these points.

Consider Your Audience: Tailor your repetition to resonate with your audience. Understanding their preferences, values, and expectations will help you use repetition more effectively.

Vary Your Approach: While repetition is a powerful tool, overusing it can diminish its impact. Vary your repetition techniques to keep the audience engaged and interested.

Practice Pacing: The timing and pacing of repetition are crucial. Practice delivering your speech with the right rhythm to maximize its impact.

In the world of public speaking, the Repetition class is a formidable ally. When wielded with skill and precision, repetition can transform a speech into a compelling, memorable experience for both the speaker and the audience. By understanding the various forms of repetition and practising its implementation, speakers can elevate their communication skills and leave a lasting impression on those who listen.

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Sparks at Le National, Montreal, November 1 2013

Not only does this video contain snippets of many songs, it starts with audio from the soundcheck?!

0:00 B.C. (soundcheck) 0:19 Your Call's Very Important To Us. Please Hold. (soundcheck, it's different!) 0:34 B.C. 0:51 Academy Award Performance 1:03 Good Morning 1:26 Falling In Love With Myself Again 1:39 The Studio Commissary (featuring Russell's evil Gerald Geoffrey Weiss laugh!) 2:00 This Town Ain't Big Enough For Both Of Us 2:31 Suburban Homeboy 2:45 Ron's shuffle (The Number One Song In Heaven) 3:27 speech at the end

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"ABRACADABRA" the new single by Lady Gaga just premiered at the Grammy Awards commercial break

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The Green Destiny

My, I had forgotten just how much Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and the tale of the legendary sword Green Destiny inspired the mythology of Silence's sword and swordplay! What a good movie; I need to rewatch that again.

To be clear, ATH the RPG happened in its entirety before I saw Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, which was shown in a special screening at the student union building in my first year in college. So the core premise of Silence and her swordsmateship was already cut and dried. But in the era of ATH the Novel, which was just beginning as I was beginning college, this source went on to heavily inspire novel-era Silence's character development in the first half of the 2000s.

Different world! Back in a time when Silence was short and skinny and her sword was a (17th century style) rapier—and a "mere" rapier at that, with no special significance other than that it was hers. There's a calm beauty to that, a rational subordination of the part into the whole: a rejection of the dictatorship of the soloist!

Sometimes, truth be told, I do rue it that I long ago gave up most traditional storytelling formulae and plot tropes. I have a lot of romance for the "swords and sorcery" format, when it's done well, and part of me would love to write a story that's just about Silence going around slicing people. As it is, she doesn't actually do all that much swordfighting. In fact the whole aspect of the Guard of Galavar as being physical bodyguards of Galavar is long gone, replaced by the Yeomate Guard in that task; of the six actual Keeper Guards, Silence is the only one of them who is a physical fighter (until Benzan comes along and replaces Zirin), and even with Silence that's not remotely her principal activity.

Such are the sorrows of being reminded how beautiful one's inspirations are, and how different they are from what we ultimately create ourselves. I guess I don't need to make another Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, for instance: It's already been done!

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Rihanna at the 2023 Academy Awards

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Just rehearsing my lines for my performance tomorrow (I have a therapy appointment).

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I LOVED EVERY SECOND OF THIS🩷