#creative vault studios

[rapidkirby3000]

As I already sold my PS4 and XB1 by now, here's something I did in ShareFactory a long time ago, featuring three different screenshots by yours truly in Wipeout Omega Collection. Enjoy!

[piplupcola]

Writers trying to convince Disney execs not to cancel Nimona, Owl House, and many other IPs:

It's almost laughable how ironic this scene is with what a dumpster fire Wish turned out to be

[scarletwinterxx]

every comma, every question mark - mark lee scenario

helloo🥺 it's been a while since I wrote a mark lee scenario, and this one was supposed to be out for his birthday but i only finished now, better than never😅😅hope you like it!

all song credits belong to NIKI btw!!! her songs are amazing and I'm a big fan. true story is when I first heard plot twist, all i can think of is how mark lee coded that song is so here we are🤍

and yes the ending may be a hint that there's a next for this (?) not sure tho hahaha anywayssss

For my other works you can check them out here, and for my other story series’ you can check them out here.

and if you want, u can buy me coffee(totally optional but any donation is very much appreciated!) thank you🥺💛

All works are copyrighted ©scarletwinterxx 2024 . Do not repost, re-write without the permission of author.

(gif not mine, credits to rightful owner)

"You need to let him go, it's 5 in the morning. You've been here since yesterday!"

Your manager's loud voice resonated through the room, breaking you from your train of thoughts.

"You're distracting me, if you do more of that I will never get out of here" you told him, turning back to your laptop trying. The only other person in the room besides you and your manager is your co-producer. These two is your closest companions, like your two older brothers. You spend most of your time with them, and you being the introvert you don't really have that many friends in the industry.

"As your manager, I love this whole creative wave you're going through. But as a concerned citizen, I'm begging you. Go home. It's your birthday, why are you hauled in this dark room" your manager continues to rant but you pay him no mind

"Yo, you're just making this last longer than it already is. I'm just letting her find whatever it is she's even looking for" your producer say, he's been here with you since yesterday ready to help you out when you need it.

Those two guys know you take your craft very seriously, each and every song you put out is like your own child. Each and every word, every tune, every melody all came from your pretty little mind. They are both very in awe of the discography you have created throughout the years and you're still so young.

Your manager exits the room, muttering something about getting breakfast and coffee before closing the door to the studio.

"How about one of the songs in your vault? You have a lot of unreleased demos" your producer suggests

"I don't know if there's one fit for this"

"Girl you have tons, surely there's one for now. Let's have a hear"

The two of you go through unreleased tracks, some finished and some still on the works before landing on a few possible candidates

"What are we looking for anyways?"

"Not sure, but I promised my fans I was going to put something out just in time for my birthday. It's my birthday and here I am" you grumbled, then suddenly you come across a demo you've written a while back

"Uh this one's old" you say before clicking on it, the beat playing through the speakers in the room

Where have you been All of my life? It's all growin' dim, now That you've come to light And who could've known, who would've thought Between the wishbones and dot-dot-dots There was always gonna be you and I

"When did you write that?" he asks

Just like that, the exact memory of when and where you first wrote that verse came flooding in your head.

"Oh"

"Oh what?"

"I feel like this is the one but I don't know if I can release this" you say

"What do you mean? Why?"

"I wrote this like some time a few years back... about a guy.. I had a crush on"

He chuckles at your reasoning, "So? All songs are inspired by something. You gotta start somewhere"

"Yea but what will I say when people ask what's the story behind it? I'm suppose to perform this on my birthday event this month"

"Then say it, what's the worst that could happen?"

Turns out a lot of things could happen. On the day of your birthday event where you're going to release your new song, your manager informed you a few artists are also present to watch you.

"What?? Why???"

"Cause they like you?" your manager asks back

"Who is it?" you ask but then the prod team calls for you

"Hey Y/N, we need you backstage now"

You get on stage, go on with your show and a short interview. The host surprises you with a cake from your fans and the crowd sings you happy birthday.

"I know it's my birthday but I have a gift for you also" the crowd cheers

"So I wrote a song, I actually wrote it a while back. It's about those unexpected moments that happen in my all to normal life. To be honest with you guys, I've always liked plot twists. The good kind" you add, making the crowd laugh

"Yea and uh sometimes there's someone who comes in your life who you didn't expect and suddenly the sky is bluer or the sun shines just a tad brighter" you blush a bit while trying to explain the song

"Anyways here's the new song, I hope you like it. It's called Plot Twist"

Look what we got A thickening plot Just when I started getting used to The thought Of closing the book There you were, in every nook Of every word, every page And now I wanna stay and wait, 'cause Met every comma, every question mark Bored of how all of the chapters start But you feel like a brand new arc That I never knew, oh I'd like to think I know a thing or two Like every day the sky's a different blue And then along came you, oh

The crowd turns their flash on, it's like a sea of stars in front of you. This made you smile while singing the words

Where have you been All of my life? It's all growin' dim, now That you've come to light And who could've known, who would've thought Between the wishbones and dot-dot-dots There was always gonna be you and I

You get to the last part of the song, enjoying watching the crowd have fun. Unbeknownst to you, the one who inspired this song was in the crowd bopping his head as he listens to your melodic voice.

Who could've imagined? Who could've imagined you? Who could've imagined? Who could've imagined you?

You finish the song and say your final ment before bidding goodbye to everyone.

Your team welcomes you backstage. congratulating you on another successful event. You were busy talking with the band when your manager pulls you on the side, "There's a few people here who wanted to greet you"

"Huh? Oh okay" you follow behind him down the halls.

When you get there the first person you saw was Haechan, a member of a group you're a fan of.

Your first thought was, what is he doing here

The second being, if he's here then surely his member is also here and you already have a hunch on who it might be

"Y/N, you already know Haechan and Mark. They came to watch tonight" your manager say

"Uh yea, oh sorry I wasn't expecting this. I'm a big fan" you tell them, bowing your head down as a sign of respecting and greeting. The two boys doing the same

"Me too, Love your songs" Haechan says, then adds a greeting at the end

"Happy birthday, we uh wanted to come and see you play live since we're on a break. Usually our schedules clash so we can't go to your shows" Mark says

Not believing this is actually happening, you give yourself a pinch on the back. It hurt.

"Me too, I mean I'm a fan too and uh thanks for coming"

"It's Mark hyung's birthday too so this was my gift to him" Haechan jokes, earning a jab on the side from Mark

"I invited him" Mark clarifies, you just laugh at that.

"You guys want some snacks? Refreshments? Let's go to the lounge room" your manager leads the three of you to the lounge area. The two guys, Haaechan and your manager, have a conversation between them. Turns out they're neighbors and Haechan's manager are friends with yours.

"I uh like your new song" Mark clears his throat as he tells you this

"Thanks, it's been a while since I wrote that actually" you mumble, feeling shy all of sudden. You definitely did not expect Mark of all people to be here tonight.

The very person who inspired you to write the song.

"I love the way you write your songs. There's always a story to uncover, big fan of your word plays" he tells you with a smiles you know will haunt your dreams for nights to come and until you make another song about him again.

"One of the few songs I've written that isn't about a heartbreak. And this is from my own point of view, usually I write them imagining the scenario in my head"

"What a lucky guy" he says

You chuckle, looking down at your shoes "He's great, but that song was a confession I'd probably never tell him"

"How come? It's a great song, he should feel honored"

You smile at that, finding the situation all too unreal.

"If he does figure it out, then I'll take my chance"

For a moment you gather up the courage to look him in the eye as if confessing the words without saying it. Like you wanted him to know it's about him but you're not sure if you can ever admit that to him.

Maybe not now. Maybe some other time, you do after all think he's the biggest plot twist of your story.

Then he's looking back at you, a glint in his eyes you wanted to know more about before he smiles at you again. His voice already writing the words in your head, ready for the melody and for your creative genius. He tells you,

"He'd be a fool not to take a chance with you"

[taylortruther]

obviously we know taylor has been recording music for new albums and probably re-records and who knows what else, but what gets me is that the vault tracks and her new lease on creativity seem to indicate that she's excellent an editing and doesn't waste studio time so like........ none of that is ending up on the cutting room floor. i, for one, am terrified

[mini-jiminie]

Hi!

Regarding your post on the 2021 Bday live, I have a headcannon for the bit where Hobi questions JM being in JKs studio. Just a theory, nothing factual but it makes sense of the moment for me:

Hobi's kind of comment likely would have been made in reaction. To previous conversations and not prompted out of nothing. It could be as simple as JK one day kicking everyone out of his studio because they wouldn't leave him alone. Or him retreating there when we wanted to get away from people. Commenting on JM being there could be highlighting that JM is the exception to JKs isolation space.

Or it could even be something to do with logistics at HYBE. Do all of the members have studios? We know the rapline do and JK but have we ever heard about Jin, V or JM having one? Maybe the business standard is like a salon and the artist needs to negotiate for their own space. If so, maybe the others specifically didn't want to make the investment since they weren't really involved in the production aspects back then. Didn't the members also ask JM where he was working when he mentioned FACE during the Festa dinner? I don't think that question would have been asked if he had a dedicated studio.

Anyway, all theories but I don't think we'll ever actually know why there was such a mood in that live. And honestly, I love that for them. They should be able to have some mysteries from us but boy does it make me curious!

Heyy

That's a very interesting headcannon actually!

What I love most about jkk's bond is that I am completely content with not knowing the full picture. What interests me the most about those two is the ever-present air of ambiguity surrounding their dynamic. It's that constant feeling of 'wait are they like....being for real?' that gives me tornadoes of butterflies.

At that time, out of the vocal line, only jk had mentioned having his own studio space. Recently, in the FACE documentary, jm was mostly working at p-dogg's house or, in the other producers' studios at Hybe. This is just my own observation, but I think jm thrives creatively when he makes music as part of a team. Going back to the FACE documentary, he would often just hum a melody and the producers would immediately pick up on it and start suggesting things.

To the point of jm specifically using jk's studio, I think the staff probably just picked an empty studio space to set up in. Jk obviously was chill with it because he wasn't surprised at all that jm was in there.

But, agreeing with your point, Hobi's oh-so-pointed tone during that whole conversation was definitely not one of surprise. To me, it was coming off as an 'oh, of course you'd use jk's space of all spaces'.

Them continuing to justify it with 'its public space' makes the conversation even funnier because, so what if he's in jk's studio?😭. I would not have batted an eye at the members being in each other's studio spaces (except maybe yoongi cause that man's studio is a vault). They're bandmates and besties at the end of the day but, yea Hobi's insistent teasing is very, very interesting :)))

[moochilatv]

Lucifers Beard presents: Out For Blood

Be on your guard and avoid being seduced, chewed and spat out!

All music written and performed by Lucifers Beard.

Mixed by Chris Barnes

Mastered by Ed Ripley at Raretone Studios

Artwork by Guy Miller

The artist said:

"I am a one man band and music producer! I have built my own recording studio and when my young family permits, I bury myself away into my studio where creativity sparks or I dig into my musical vault to finally bring forth ideas from days gone by. The musical freedom I have from any cultural or scene associations is liberating and enables to me to make the purest music that I can from an honest place". 

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[disneytva]

27 Classic Walt Disney Animation Studios Shorts To Be Added On Disney+ Trought July - October

Disney is finally opening up the vault to celebrate the Disney 100th celebrations, as Disney has announced that over 28 newly restored Walt Disney Animation Studios classic shorts will be coming soon to Disney+ around the world. 

Starting on July 7th a new collection of shorts, featuring such iconic stars as Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto, Chip n’ Dale, and the studio’s first star, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit will be released from July to October.

July 7th

-AQUAMANIA (1961)

-BATH DAY (1946)

-BUILDING A BUILDING (1933)

-FIGARO AND FRANKIE (1947)

 -GOOFY GYMNASTICS (1949)

-THE SKELETON DANCE (1929)

AUGUST 11TH

  -BARNYARD OLYMPICS (1932)

-DONALD’S COUSIN GUS (1939)

 -DONALD’S NEPHEWS (1938)

 -THE FLYING JALOPY (1943)

-GOOFY AND WILBUR (1939)

 -MICKEY’S STEAM ROLLER (1934)3620

SEPTEMBER 5TH -  SEPTEMBER 8TH

-OSWALD THE LUCKY RABBIT - TROLLEY TROUBLES (1927

 -OSWALD THE LUCKY RABBIT - ALL WET (1927)

-BONE TROUBLE (1940)

 -MERBABIES (1938)

 -MICKEY’S KANGAROO (1935)

-PLAYFUL PLUTO (1934)

 -PLUTO, JUNIOR (1942)

-THE BARN DANCE (1929)

OCTOBER 6TH

-CAMPING OUT (1934)

-CHIPS AHOY (1956)

-FIDDLING AROUND (1930)

 -INFERIOR DECORATOR (1948)

-OLD MacDONALD DUCK (1941)

 -WHEN THE CAT’S AWAY (1929)

 -WYNKEN, BLYNKEN AND NOD (1938)

The restorations were spearheaded by Walt Disney Studios Restoration and Preservation team, led by director Kevin Schaeffer, working in close collaboration with creative advisors from Walt Disney Animation Studios  “We are thrilled to be working with Kevin Schaeffer and the Studio’s restoration team in presenting these beautifully restored versions of classic Disney animated shorts.  Two of our top artistic talents have lent their expertise and passion to the project to make sure that the films look their very best, and are authentic to the creative intentions of the original filmmakers.  We’re very excited to be sharing these wonderful shorts with the Disney+ audience.  They have never looked or sounded better.” -- Dorothy McKim

[theoutcastrogue]

Venice in the art of Alexandra Exter (1882-1949)

Carnival in Venice (oil on canvas) 1930s

Carnival Procession (oil on canvas)

Masked Figures by the Banks of a Venetian Canal (oil on canvas)

Venetian Masks (oil on panel)

Pulcinella (gouache on paper) late 1920s-30s

Venice (oil and sand on canvas) 1925

Venice, 1915

"Aleksandra Aleksandrovna Ekster, also known as Alexandra Exter, was a Russian and French painter and designer. As a young woman, her studio in Kiev attracted all the city's creative luminaries, and she became a figure of the Paris salons, mixing with Picasso, Braque and others. She is identified with the Russian/Ukrainian avant-garde, as a Cubo-futurist, Constructivist, and influencer of the Art Deco movement. She was the teacher of several School of Paris artists such as Abraham Mintchine, Isaac Frenkel Frenel and the film directors Grigori Kozintsev, Sergei Yutkevich among others." [x]

"Exter painted views of Florence, Genoa and Rome, but ‘most insistent and frequent were images of Venice. The city emerged in various forms: via the outlines of its buildings, in the ‘witchcraft of water’. In glimmering echoes of Renaissance painting, in costumes and masks and its carnivals’.

"Exter’s characteristic use of the bridge as a stage platform, seen most clearly in Carnival in Venice, is a legacy of her time as Tairov’s chief designer [Alexander Tairrov, director of Moscow's Kamerny Theatre]; the director believed in breaking up the flatness of the stage floor which the artist achieved for him by introducing arches, steps and mirrors. Even in her easel work, the emphasis is at all times on theatricality. Bridges are used as proscenium arches, the architecture creates a stage-like space in which to arrange her cast."

"For all her modernity, references to Venetian art of the past abound in these paintings. The masked figures are influenced by the Venetian artist Pietro Longhi, to whom Exter dedicated a series of works around this time. The incredible blues used in both Carnival Procession and Masked Figures by the Banks of a Venetian Canal are a direct reference to Titian, who was famed for his use of ultramarine, the pigment most associated with Venice’s history as the principal trading port with the East." [x]

"Exter had long since abandoned the Cubist syntax by 1925 but her sense of colour remained together with a strong conviction, shared with Léger, that a work of art should elicit a feeling of mathematical order. In its graceful interaction of fragmented planes and oscillation between emerging and receding elements, Venice (1925) echoes the more precise qualities that also appear in Léger's work at this time, both artists occupied with the continuous modulation of surfaces and the 'melody of construction' that Le Corbusier was still advocating in the 1930s. But while Exter subscribed to Léger's theory that 'a painting in its beauty must be equal to a beautiful industrial production', she never fully embraced the aesthetics of the machine and rejecting the common opposition between ancient and modern, her work often retains a classical edge - for example in these trefoil windows, arches and vaults. Human figures, which had been nearly absent from her Cubo-futurist paintings, also return in other works from this period."

"She was undoubtedly aware of the concept of 'defamiliarisation', a term first coined by the influential literary critic Viktor Shklovsky in 1917:

'The purpose of art is to impart the sensation of things as they are perceived and not as they are known. The technique of art is to make objects 'unfamiliar,' to make forms difficult to increase the difficulty and length of perception because the process of perception is an aesthetic end in itself and must be prolonged.'

An instance of this device is discernable in the present tight formation of the oars, seen from above. Like Braque and Picasso, Exter incorporates sand into certain areas of pigment to enhance the differentiation of surfaces, a technique also used to 'increase the length of perception'. The occasional lack of overlap between the boundaries of the textured surfaces and colour planes strengthens the paradoxical combination of tangible presence and elusive abstraction that makes Venice such a powerful work."

"Venetian subjects occur in Exter's work as early as 1915. A gigantic panneau of the city was one of the final works she produced in the Soviet Union and exhibited in the 1924 Venice Biennale." [x]

"The specific theme of the Commedia dell’Arte first appeared in Exter’s work in 1926 when the Danish film director Urban Gad approached her to design the sets and marionettes for a film which was to tell the story of Pulcinella and Colombina, transposing them from the Venice of Carlo Goldoni to contemporary New York. Pulcinella most likely relates to the artist’s subsequent experimentations on the theme of the Commedia dell’Arte. Pulcinella, who came to be known as Punch in England, is one of the classical characters of the Neapolitan puppetry. Typically depicted wearing a pointed hat and a mask, Pulcinella is an opportunist who always sides with the winner in any situation and fears no consequences." [x]

[neilsanders]

i've been waiting forever for you to open your asks because i love your animations so much, they're so fun.

i've been doubting that i might ever make a livable career out of my art; but then i saw that you did some vault guy animations for fallout and i realized that there's a niche out there for everybody, including me! so, thank you.

I had a little rummage around on your bloggo but can’t see any pictures you cheeky fellow! I love to draw lots of dumb stuff, I think the key for me is to be working outwardly, as in making work with other people in mind, but without compromising too much on your personal taste. It’s the old thing of making what you want to see, but hoping that there’s enough people out there to warrant it as a commercial venture. Blah blah blah, I just draw lots and lots then sift through them to find things that work for me in the moment, then try and flesh those out a bit. That said it’s easy to have integrity when you’re not relying on it as your main income source. I’m an art teacher four days a week, so making art is the fun in my day rather than a stressful challenge of tight deadlines and huge expectations.

Working with Ivan Dixon and Greg Sharp at Rubberhouse was a dream come true, they had loads of great creative projects where we got to animate in authentic styles from the thirties, forties and fifties! I didn’t know what Fallout was when they put me on the gig, hadn’t played many games since the PS2 generation. The studio has disbanded now with Greg running Truba Animation and Ivan being a co-director at Studio Showoff, but they’re each still running amazing 2D productions.

As far as finding your style and audience goes I owe a lot of it to contributing to and running @loopdeloop-blog , it’s a monthly animation challenge where we would all make something dumb around a theme and then get together and have a public screening. It’s a very surreal feeling to be at a screening with everyone watching something you made and taking in their reaction. We’re just getting it back up off the ground after things got all screwed up with covid, you should check it out! It’s a great way to get animators out of their caves to socialise each and I’ve made so many lasting friendships because of it.

Here’s a loop think I spent almost all of my free time on one month back in 2012 for a LoopdeLoop screening, no idea what the theme was… but I guarantee I wouldn’t have worked so hard on a personal project without wanting to impress everyone at the screening as a goal.

[jkflesh]

New JK FLESH and FINAL tracks out now

Justin Broadrick has donated two tracks for a fundraiser to save Bristol's Mickey Zoggs from closure.

"Noods present here a look into the sounds of Surrey Street, friends and family of Zoggs and Noods alike come together in a behemoth compilation touring through the experimental, the bizarre and the danceable to raise money to keep the creative fire burning. Godflesh’s Justin Broadrick presents a track from both the FINAL and JK Flesh projects, Memotone offers a calming respite from the chaos of the world, pure avant-gardist spoken word from Richie Culver, strange electronics from aircode, as well as a slew of talent from many other incredible artists. Mickey Zoggs rose from the ashes of The Surrey Vaults, the home of the first Noods studio — reviving the commitment to supporting underground alternative music without the chaos. Surrey Street has seen the full remit of freaks and weirdos from across the globe declare their musical prowess to the community. However, this is in jeopardy with Mickey Zoggs at risk of development, and by extension, Noods Radio at risk of being unable to continue broadcasting. Lets not let another venue be destroyed at the whim of a failing country — this time calls for extreme music and extreme action. All proceeds will be donated to the cause, to save Mickey Zoggs — Long live Surrey Street, long live Mickey Zoggs. If you feel it, please consider donating what you can to our crowdfunder. —> www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/keep-mickey-zoggs-alive

[chadfallout76podcast]

In the wee hours of the morning following the Rusty Pick Grand Opening, a poker game is interrupted from a threat from above. As Chad and Roper race against time as ZAX gains access to a larger network, Commander Johns fights for his life inside the Nuclear Winter Simulation in Vault 51. The sun is setting and before this final match is through, winning will come at a great cost.

These episodes are in loving memory to long time Bethesda Game Studios developer Ferret Baudoin, who recorded his lines prior to his untimely passing. His family has graciously allowed us to use them posthumously and it is fitting that in these episodes he will save the day, one last time.

The remainder of our season ad revenue from these episodes will be benefiting the global crisis and humanitarian work of Project Hope. Please support our fundraiser: ⁠⁠⁠https://donate.tiltify.com/+fallout-for-hope-ukrainerelief/chad-a-fallout-76-story-podcast⁠⁠⁠

Written by Kenneth Vigue.

GUEST: Jordan Reynolds ~ Reuben Gill

GUEST: Jake Green ~ ZAX 1.3c

GUEST: TYR ~ Aeternus

GUEST: Ferret Baudoin ~ The Archivist

Alexander Luthor ~ Chad Johnson, Bear, Free Radical #1

Kenneth Vigue ~ Narrator

Sean Baptiste ~ Brooks Calvert

Lady Devann ~ Atomic Alice

Tooniversal ~ Damon Toon

t0nik ~ Crane

Jessica Duval ~ Susie, Tiffany

Clint Winberry ~ Moose Miller, Dogbreath, Guard #1

Christian Mower ~ Punch, Mr. Handy, Mr. Clark

Fenwa Teryen ~ Charles Bishop, Guard #2

Jessica Marie Dickey ~ Patsy Parker

Dr. Mark Hauswirth ~ Abraham, Baldrick (Handy to the Archivist)

Kevin Chenard ~ Fletcher

Robert Solomon ~ Razorhandle (Raider), Free Radical #2

Robyn Meif ~ Roper (Free Radicals Leader)

Ray Middelthon ~ Commander Johns,

Lucy Middelthon ~ Old Lady Simpson

Elder Memes ~ Beckett

Jorian Koeten ~ Insult Bot

Christopher J. Morrow ~ Fritz

Email and business inquiries:  ⁠⁠⁠fchad@fallout76podcast.com⁠⁠⁠

I hope to see you all in the Wasteland...

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[world-cinema-research]

The Green Knight (2021)

by Jacob Christopher

The movie I chose to rewatch for week one of class is The Green Knight (2021) directed by David Lowrey, a cinematic readaptation of the 14th century poem of the Arthurian tale Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The story follows that of the nephew of King Arthur, Sir Gawain played by Dev Patel, and his quest for honor in order to please his lineage. Accepting the challenge of the mysterious Green Knight on Christmas day to strike him with a blow, on the condition that Gawain must seek him out a year later to receive an equal blow in return. The film explores themes of honor, destiny, and mortality as Gawain embarks on a perilous journey filled with encounters that test his character and courage. It's praised for its stunning visuals, atmospheric storytelling, and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition. The impact left on me was more so the curiosity left from the end of the film, left wondering what it was that captivated my attention. 

The indie film is a financial success considering the budget of 15 million compared to the grossed 20 million worldwide and 3 million in the home market. Arguments can be made looking at the box office opening night of just under 7 million isn't considered an impressive metric. However looking at the historical context, for an indie movie to be released during the covid-19 pandemic many restrictions for public safety were still implemented. To add inclination for people to view the film the production studio known as A24 acts as a seal of theatrical approval for audiences. Despite being based on a pre-established text, the obscurity of it’s age doesn’t exactly tempt the audience with it’s popularity. What differentiates The Green Knight from prior medieval films is the usage of it’s psychological horror and abstract cinematography to add a sense of surrealism to it’s story. A24 before releasing the film released a video on YouTube titled as An Oral History of the Green Knight to engage audiences as well as act as a guide for background and historical context for the film. The critical response for the film has remained the same with the film’s popularity peaking during it’s theater release.

Only adding to it’s strength, the unconventionality of the film drew in many to witness and marvel at the almost confusing film.Rather than focusing solely on chivalry and heroism, the film delves into themes of mortality, honor, and the nature of destiny, offering a more introspective take on the Arthurian legend. Combined with director David Lowery's visual storytelling, blending elements of fantasy and realism, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that sets it apart from typical historical dramas. Taking a non-linear approach to storytelling, often meandering through dream sequences and nonlinear timelines for a muddied lens of fantasy and realism it challenges that of conventional narrative structures. Instead embracing ambiguity and symbolism, leaving much more to be open to interpretation. The meaning of certain events and characters is left intentionally vague to invitie viewers to engage in deeper analysis. This movie has it all, etching itself into the A24 vault as arguably one of their most fascinating films. 

My first viewing of this film I was puzzled and amused by the creativity and storytelling capabilities expressed. I watched half of it, rewinded it, went to bed and watched the rest in the morning with my roommate with bowls of cereal in hand. By the ending scene I was left in awe of how well written it was, and when the credits had started rolling the two of us sat in silence for what felt like minutes. Before my rewatching of the film once more I had done more research on the intricaciesof the film and the Arthurian poem of Sir Gawian and the Green Knight. With one of the bigger questions of the purpose and symbolism of the Green Knight himself being answered by one of the commonly agreed on interpretaions. Being the Green Knight is an embodiment of Nature and the cycle of life itself, and the actions Gawian takes againt the Green Knight exposes his human nature and all of it’s blemishes. The poem is a much more cheery tale of bravery and the heroics of what is expected of a knight.

The quote I chose to embody the film is by Essel, a woman from the lower class of society as well as the lover of Gawain, asking Gawain before his venture to find the Green Knight and seek his fate, “Why Greatness? Why is goodness not enough?” It is within this dialogue we find the message of the film. What is honor if not an excuse to run from your own humanity?

[banananutmilk]

The Green Knight Film Essay(2021)

by Jacob Christopher

The movie I chose to rewatch for week one of class is The Green Knight (2021) directed by David Lowrey, a cinematic readaptation of the 14th century poem of the Arthurian tale Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. The story follows that of the nephew of King Arthur, Sir Gawain played by Dev Patel, and his quest for honor in order to please his lineage. Accepting the challenge of the mysterious Green Knight on Christmas day to strike him with a blow, on the condition that Gawain must seek him out a year later to receive an equal blow in return. The film explores themes of honor, destiny, and mortality as Gawain embarks on a perilous journey filled with encounters that test his character and courage. It's praised for its stunning visuals, atmospheric storytelling, and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition. The impact left on me was more so the curiosity left from the end of the film, left wondering what it was that captivated my attention. 

The indie film is a financial success considering the budget of 15 million compared to the grossed 20 million worldwide and 3 million in the home market. Arguments can be made looking at the box office opening night of just under 7 million isn't considered an impressive metric. However looking at the historical context, for an indie movie to be released during the covid-19 pandemic many restrictions for public safety were still implemented. To add inclination for people to view the film the production studio known as A24 acts as a seal of theatrical approval for audiences. Despite being based on a pre-established text, the obscurity of it’s age doesn’t exactly tempt the audience with it’s popularity. What differentiates The Green Knight from prior medieval films is the usage of it’s psychological horror and abstract cinematography to add a sense of surrealism to it’s story. A24 before releasing the film released a video on YouTube titled as An Oral History of the Green Knight to engage audiences as well as act as a guide for background and historical context for the film. The critical response for the film has remained the same with the film’s popularity peaking during it’s theater release.

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Only adding to it’s strength, the unconventionality of the film drew in many to witness and marvel at the almost confusing film. Rather than focusing solely on chivalry and heroism, the film delves into themes of mortality, honor, and the nature of destiny, offering a more introspective take on the Arthurian legend. Combined with director David Lowery's visual storytelling, blending elements of fantasy and realism, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that sets it apart from typical historical dramas. Taking a non-linear approach to storytelling, often meandering through dream sequences and nonlinear timelines for a muddied lens of fantasy and realism it challenges that of conventional narrative structures. Instead embracing ambiguity and symbolism, leaving much more to be open to interpretation. The meaning of certain events and characters is left intentionally vague to invitie viewers to engage in deeper analysis. This movie has it all, etching itself into the A24 vault as arguably one of their most fascinating films. 

My first viewing of this film I was puzzled and amused by the creativity and storytelling capabilities expressed. I watched half of it, rewinded it, went to bed and watched the rest in the morning with my roommate with bowls of cereal in hand. By the ending scene I was left in awe of how well written it was, and when the credits had started rolling the two of us sat in silence for what felt like minutes. Before my rewatching of the film once more I had done more research on the intricaciesof the film and the Arthurian poem of Sir Gawian and the Green Knight. With one of the bigger questions of the purpose and symbolism of the Green Knight himself being answered by one of the commonly agreed on interpretaions. Being the Green Knight is an embodiment of Nature and the cycle of life itself, and the actions Gawian takes againt the Green Knight exposes his human nature and all of it’s blemishes. The poem is a much more cheery tale of bravery and the heroics of what is expected of a knight.

The quote I chose to embody the film is by Essel, a woman from the lower class of society as well as the lover of Gawain, asking Gawain before his venture to find the Green Knight and seek his fate, “Why Greatness? Why is goodness not enough?” It is within this dialogue we find the message of the film. What is honor if not an excuse to run from your own humanity?

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It's another wonderful Wednesday, which means it's time for issue three of Creative Curator!! Here's Creative Curator: Dine and Bash!!

Page One:

Panel one, top third of page:

Jade Wilson still stands triumphantly over the body of the defeated Chris Mass. Chris sits on the floor, fake beard pulled down around his neck, revealing black stubble. Jade holds the tube of wrapping paper from the last issue like a sword, resting the tip against Chris's throat. Chris looks a little nervous but mostly tired. The house is still in the same state of disrepair from the last issue, wrapping paper, Chrismass baubles and bricks littering the floor. Hivemind stands in the same place, still completely motionless. The kid and their parents are in the living room now, trying to watch TV, but Jade is in the way.

Chris: "Can I please leave now? It's been thirty days..."

Jade: "Not a chance."

Panel two, middle left ninth of page:

The kid's mom looks angrily at Jade.

Mom: "I think you should listen to him. We were fine with you and your weird friend standing in our living room at Chrismass, but we've been sick of you since New Years. January's almost over. Please leave already."

Panel three, center ninth of page:

Jade looks angrily at the mom, narrowing all three of their eyes. They point at Hivemind.

Jade: "Look lady, I'd love to leave. But I can't. Not till the big beehive in the corner tells me what to do with this clown."

Panel four, middle right ninth of page:

Hivemind's beehive head begins shaking and rattling around.

Jade: "About time!"

Panel five, bottom third of page:

A small bee crawls out of Hivemind's mouth and onto his head.

Bee: "Banish him to the land of holiday movies so that he can wreak havoc on bland white people who's only personally trait is Chrismass."

Page Two:

Panel one, top third of page:

Jade grabs Chris by the arm and pulls him out of the living room. 

Chris: "I didn't do anything wrong. It's my holiday! I'm Chris Mass!!"

Jade: "Doesn't matter. Come on."

Panel two, middle left sixth of page:

Without moving in any way, Hivemind slowly begins hovering off the ground.

Panel three, middle right sixth of page:

Hivemind shoots through the roof, leaving a large hole in it.

Panel four, bottom third of page:

the family stares at the destroyed living room and newly formed sky light in shock.

Mom: "Do you think our insurance will cover that?"

Page Three:

Panel one, top left quarter of page:

Jade walks down the street, continuing to pull Chris with him. Chris looks concerned, Jade looks tired.

Chris: "Where are you taking me?"

Jade: "You'll see, we're almost there."

Panel two, top right quarter of page:

Chris and Jade arrive at a large set of gates with a security guard standing in front of them.

Panel three, bottom left quarter of page:

Jade approaches the gates but the security guard stops him.

Guard: "Sorry pal, you missed auditions. We don't need any Chrismass ninjas or mall Santas."

Panel four, bottom right quarter of page:

Jade delivers one quick strike to the security guards jaw, knocking him unconscious. 

Page Four:

Panel one, top third of page:

Jade runs at the gate and vaults over the top. Chris stares in amazement.

Panel two, middle third of page:

Jade disappears behind the gate, leaving Chris alone. 

Panel three, bottom third of page:

The gate swings open. Jade sticks their head out and gestures for Chris to follow them inside.

Page Five:

Panel one, top quarter of page:

Jade leads Chris inside, gesturing at the things in front of them that are out of frame. Chris stares in wide eyed amazement. 

Jade: "Here we are!"

Chris: "It's beautiful!"

Panel two, middle half of page:

The two stand in the bottom of the panel as the reader finally gets to see what they're looking at. They're in a movie studio. In front of them are multiple movies being shot. Scenes include families running and playing in fake snow, couples making out under lampposts in the fake snow, kids building snowmen out of fake snow and a fake interior of a living room with a family setting up a Chrismass tree covered in fake snow. 

Chris: "Now, if you'll excuse me..."

Panel three, bottom quarter of page:

Chris puts his fake beard back on, his eyes shining with determination.

Chris: "...I have work to do!"

[gamesonwheelsyt]

Hello, Simmers! 👻

Are you ready for an entire month of spine-tingling room creations that will haunt your dreams? 🕷️

Unleash your spooktastic creativity and showcase your eerie masterpieces using #WHEELIESPOOKY23

🦇 See you October 1st for a hauntingly good time! 🦇

🎃Create a 4x4 room, with any wall height (or no walls at all, it is totally up to you)

🎃No CC

🎃TOOL mod is ok

🎃It Doesn't have to be functional

Here is the list of room ideas for each day, if you have trouble reading from this poster:

01 - Haunted Kitchen

02 - Forgotten Fountain

03 - Zombie Apocalypse Bunker

04 - Spectral Library

05 - Cursed Mirror Parlor

06 - Creepy Painting Studio

07 - Haunted Ball Pit Playroom

08 - Mad Scientists Lab

09 - Witch's Potion Chamber

10 - Paranormal Investigator HQ

11 - Séance Chamber

12 - Vampire's Resting Place

13 - Creepy Motel Room

14 - Abandoned Classroom

15 - Cursed Treasure Vault

16 - Haunted Attic

17 - Abandoned Asylum

18 - Coven Gathering

19 - Haunted Dining Hall

20 - Creepy Doll Nursery

21 - Werewolf's Den

22 - Cursed Graveyard

23 - Enchanted Forest Altar

24 - Spooky Mermaid Cave

25 - Haunted Music Room

26 - Haunted Artifacts Exhibit

27 - Witchy Greenhouse

28 - Alien Experiment Chamber

29 - Haunted Theater Stage

30 - Witch's Potion Party

31 - TRICK-OR-TREAT PORCH

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My Favorite Full Stack Tools and Technologies: Insights from a Developer

It was a seemingly ordinary morning when I first realized the true magic of full stack development. As I sipped my coffee, I stumbled upon a statistic that left me astounded: 97% of websites are built by full stack developers. That moment marked the beginning of my journey into the dynamic world of web development, where every line of code felt like a brushstroke on the canvas of the internet.

In this blog, I invite you to join me on a fascinating journey through the realm of full stack development. As a seasoned developer, I’ll share my favorite tools and technologies that have not only streamlined my workflow but also brought my creative ideas to life.

The Full Stack Developer’s Toolkit

Before we dive into the toolbox, let’s clarify what a full stack developer truly is. A full stack developer is someone who possesses the skills to work on both the front-end and back-end of web applications, bridging the gap between design and server functionality.

Tools and technologies are the lifeblood of a developer’s daily grind. They are the digital assistants that help us craft interactive websites, streamline processes, and solve complex problems.

Front-End Favorites

As any developer will tell you, HTML and CSS are the foundation of front-end development. HTML structures content, while CSS styles it. These languages, like the alphabet of the web, provide the basis for creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.

JavaScript and Frameworks: JavaScript, often hailed as the “language of the web,” is my go-to for interactivity. The versatility of JavaScript and its ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, such as React and Vue.js, has been a game-changer in creating responsive and dynamic web applications.

Back-End Essentials

The back-end is where the magic happens behind the scenes. I’ve found server-side languages like Python and Node.js to be my trusted companions. They empower me to build robust server applications, handle data, and manage server resources effectively.

Databases are the vaults where we store the treasure trove of data. My preference leans toward relational databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL, as well as NoSQL databases like MongoDB. The choice depends on the project’s requirements.

Development Environments

The right code editor can significantly boost productivity. Personally, I’ve grown fond of Visual Studio Code for its flexibility, extensive extensions, and seamless integration with various languages and frameworks.

Git is the hero of collaborative development. With Git and platforms like GitHub, tracking changes, collaborating with teams, and rolling back to previous versions have become smooth sailing.

Productivity and Automation

Automation is the secret sauce in a developer’s recipe for efficiency. Build tools like Webpack and task runners like Gulp automate repetitive tasks, optimize code, and enhance project organization.

Testing is the compass that keeps us on the right path. I rely on tools like Jest and Chrome DevTools for testing and debugging. These tools help uncover issues early in development and ensure a smooth user experience.

Frameworks and Libraries

Front-end frameworks like React and Angular have revolutionized web development. Their component-based architecture and powerful state management make building complex user interfaces a breeze.

Back-end frameworks, such as Express.js for Node.js and Django for Python, are my go-to choices. They provide a structured foundation for creating RESTful APIs and handling server-side logic efficiently.

Security and Performance

The internet can be a treacherous place, which is why security is paramount. Tools like OWASP ZAP and security best practices help fortify web applications against vulnerabilities and cyber threats.

Page load speed is critical for user satisfaction. Tools and techniques like Lighthouse and performance audits ensure that websites are optimized for quick loading and smooth navigation.

Project Management and Collaboration

Collaboration and organization are keys to successful projects. Tools like Trello, JIRA, and Asana help manage tasks, track progress, and foster team collaboration.

Clear communication is the glue that holds development teams together. Platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams facilitate real-time discussions, file sharing, and quick problem-solving.

Personal Experiences and Insights

It’s one thing to appreciate these tools in theory, but it’s their application in real projects that truly showcases their worth. I’ve witnessed how this toolkit has brought complex web applications to life, from e-commerce platforms to data-driven dashboards.

The journey hasn’t been without its challenges. Whether it’s tackling tricky bugs or optimizing for mobile performance, my favorite tools have always been my partners in overcoming obstacles.

Continuous Learning and Adaptation

Web development is a constantly evolving field. New tools, languages, and frameworks emerge regularly. As developers, we must embrace the ever-changing landscape and be open to learning new technologies.

Fortunately, the web development community is incredibly supportive. Platforms like Stack Overflow, GitHub, and developer forums offer a wealth of resources for learning, troubleshooting, and staying updated. The ACTE Institute offers numerous Full stack developer courses, bootcamps, and communities that can provide you with the necessary resources and support to succeed in this field. Best of luck on your exciting journey!

In this blog, we’ve embarked on a journey through the world of full stack development, exploring the tools and technologies that have become my trusted companions. From HTML and CSS to JavaScript frameworks, server-side languages, and an array of productivity tools, these elements have shaped my career.

As a full stack developer, I’ve discovered that the right tools and technologies can turn challenges into opportunities and transform creative ideas into functional websites and applications. The world of web development continues to evolve, and I eagerly anticipate the exciting innovations and discoveries that lie ahead. My hope is that this exploration of my favorite tools and technologies inspires fellow developers on their own journeys and fuels their passion for the ever-evolving world of web development.