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wonderfulworldofmichaelford · 1 year ago

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Is It Really That Bad?

When it comes to infamous animated films, few are treated with quite as much revulsion as Mars Needs Moms. Based off of Bloom County creator Berkley Breathed’s storybook, brought to life by ImageMovers Digital (who created The Polar Express, that...beloved?… Christmas classic), distributed by Disney, and produced by Robert Zemeckis, the film really had the deck stacked in its favor… and yet, it quite infamously fumbled.

It released to become the 12th worst opening for any film in three thousand or more theaters, netting only $6 million on debut, and then proceeded to only gross $39 million dollars worldwide—and that’s including 3D theaters. With a budget of over $150 million, this cause a net loss of over $110 million dollars, which unsurprisingly led Disney to cut their losses and shut down ImageMovers Digital… which is what I would really rather say, but the depressing fact is that Disney nuked the studio before the movie even came out, as if they knew they had a massive bomb on their hand and wanted to punish the studio ahead of time.

As divisive as the studio’s animation was, it’s never really fun seeing an animation studio get scrapped like that. With its death, we lost some interesting film concepts, such as a remake of Yellow Submarine (which would have probably been even trippier with the motion capture animation), Roger Rabbit sequel, and a kaiju throwback film by Michael “Trick ‘r Treat” Dougherty called Calling All Robots. Say what you will about the studio’s output, but it’s genuinely a damn shame these ideas never came to fruition.

Over the years, just about every animation critic worth their salt has given this movie shit, from Mr Enter to the Nostalgia Critic, and Disney has largely seen fit to sweep this under the rug and pretend it never happened. But I can’t do that, can I? Y’all voted for me to watch this for the first time over a decade after it came out, and see if it’s really that bad. Did this movie manage to prove far better than its infamous reputation, or am I gonna have to put myself in a Martian memory extractor?

THE GOOD

Milo is actually pretty believable as a kid. I know some people find this character really annoying, or bratty, or obnoxious, but… that’s just how kids are. He’s a little bit of a shit and doesn’t understand the gravity of things he says sometimes, but he has a good heart and when it gets down to it he does all he can to save his mom. Like he’s just a child in need of harsh life lessons, typical of any fantastical family film. In a movie brimming with awful characters, he’s easily the least worst. Joan Cusack as the mom is pretty good, getting some funny line deliveries, and I’m sure she’s made someone’s list of “Hottest Animated MILFs.”

I think the core ideas behind the Martian society are really fascinating. Here we have a fascist, sexist dystopia. Every quarter of a century children are hatched, and females are passed off to nanny-robots to be raised while males are tossed down the garbage chutes to become feral, hairy wild men. The nanny-bots are programmed with the memories of abducted human women, memories which are forcibly extracted in a very fatal process. The women are then made to serve as the enforcers of the fascist regime, ruled over by an aging ruler who governs with an iron fist and doesn’t accept deviance from her desires, desires stemming from a deranged belief she is bettering society with her straw feminist viewpoints. On paper, it’s all very deep, dark, and intriguing.

The operating phrase, of course, being “on paper.”

THE BAD

Let me just get this out of the way: The animation is awkward, uncanny, and unpleasant. This is not a new or interesting observation, so I just wanted to get it over with as soon as possible, though it does feed into a few other issues, particularly the design of Ki.

Ki is just absolutely aggressively female in her design. Like, she’s pink, she has those curvy hips, she’s just really in your face about being a girl Martian. And yeah, the girls are the ones we see a lot of because of how the society is structured, but she’s so glaringly feminine it’s kind of obnoxious. Like she’s clearly given this overly polished design because she’s the beautiful, heroic lead character; other Martians do not look nearly as pleasant as she does. That’s not even getting into the obnoxious decision to have her speak in outdated hippie slang, a decision that’s about as pleasant as jamming splinters under your fingernails.

She’s not even the most annoying character, though. That would be Gribble, played by Dan Fogler, the fat dude from Fantastic Beasts. You’d think that because he was the best part of those flaccid spinoffs he’d be the best part of this movie, but you’d be absolutely wrong. He’s every annoying comic relief trope smashed into one incredibly obnoxious character, and considering almost no one else in this movie is likable at all he really sticks out as being unpleasantly annoying. It doesn’t help that the single moment they try and give him depth—when he recounts to Milo the harrowing experience of watching his mother die as her memories were extracted, so close to saving her and yet so far—is immediately followed by Ki showing up and Fortnite dancing and spitting out some more of her obnoxious slang.

And that right there really highlights what’s wrong with this movie: It is tonally inconsistent to an absurd degree. With a title like “Mars Needs Moms” and the general atmosphere of the opening as well as the marketing really lead you to believe this will be a simple, silly family comedy where a kid learns to appreciate his parents a la Jimmy Neutron. But then we get into the Martian dystopia, the explicit mass murder of moms, the grim visuals, the constant peril, and it’s pretty obvious the film wants to be serious and say something as well… all while keeping the funny wisecracking fat guy mentor, the Fortnite dancing monkey Martian men, and the pink and perky alien hippie graffiti artist who loves to talk like she just stepped out of Woodstock. It’s not impossible to handle two wildly different tones in a film, but to say this movie bungles it is an understatement; it ultimately causes the film to lack any sort of identity and just dissolves into an ugly mess of interesting ideas and confused writing that is impossible to take seriously.

IS IT REALLY THAT BAD?

The short answer? Yes, this movie is really, truly awful. But a short answer is pretty unsatisfying, isn’t it?

I was honestly, genuinely hoping going into this that the critics were wrong and maybe there was something to like here… and yeah, there were a couple of things I thought were done pretty decently, but overall the movie is just an incredibly sloppy and tonally inconsistent mess that never really settles into what it wants to be. It actually had me thinking about another movie while watching it, and that movie is The Guyver. While I’m saving a full review of that for when I bring back Michael After Midnight, the film had the same sort of wild tonal whiplash that Mars Needs Moms does, a sort of dissonance in the story where it can’t decide if it wants to be dark and edgy or lighthearted and goofy. But while I don’t think either film is particularly good, I think the fact I find The Guyver to be infinitely more valuable as a film highlights the strength of live action cinema over animation. Jarring tonal inconsistency is just so much easier to swallow when you don’t have to look at some of the ugliest animation you’ve ever seen, y’know?

Mars Needs Moms is honestly quite a bit worse than that score would suggest. This is definitely one of the worst animated movies ever made, unlike what happened with The Emoji Movie, I don’t think the overwhelming revulsion towards the film is over-exaggerated by much. Like, yes, this isn’t the worst movie in human history, nor even the worst animated movie, but the fact that it’s not only bad but bad enough to ruin an entire studio makes it kind of legendary in terms of badness. At least Sony Animation was able to put out the two best Spider-Man movies ever made after The Emoji Movie flopped; ImageMover Digital got no such second chance, and not only went under but dragged the entire motion capture animation style down with it. I think it tarnishing an entire style alongside everything else (and thus probably being partially responsible for the lack of a Tintin sequel) really seals the deal on this being a piece of shit.

I’d honestly drop this film into the low 2s at best. It’s a bottom 100 contender for sure, and it’s far worse than some of the movies on there. Gigli? This movie is way worse than that. Cats? That movie is way campier and has far funnier use of uncanny valley animation. The Room and Trolls 2? Those are both way too funny to be worse than Mars Needs Moms. Fucking Batman & Robin? That’s an actual solid movie, how is it rated lower than this? Hell, I’d even say The Emoji Movie is better, because at least it doesn’t hurt to look at.

The thing is, while I think it’s objectively awful, I can’t say I can personally muster up too much hate for it. It’s so confused tonally that it’s almost fascinating to watch. If you’re a bad movie connoisseur like I am or just generally fascinated by bombs of this magnitude, it’s worth a watch. But outside of that, this movie is just too messy to really find even a cult audience. So if you don’t fall into that weird niche of people who watch bad movies for some reason, don’t bother. You’re not really missing anything valuable.

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destinyc1020 · 1 year ago

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The Curvy Film Critic Interviews Zendaya and Florence for "Dune: Part 2" 😁

Loved this interview! ❤️😁 She was Zendaya's first TV mom on Shake It Up 😊

Everything has come around full circle 😁

I love when she interviews ppl. I still remember when she interviewed Austin for "Elvis" lol 🤭

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whatsissue · 5 months ago

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Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Returns: What You Need to Know

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Returns: What You Need to Know After a four-year hiatus, the iconic Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is set to make its grand return on Tuesday in New York City. The show, which was last held in 2018, was discontinued in 2019 due to declining ratings and controversies surrounding the brand. However, following a partial revival with a filmed version for Prime Video last year, Victoria’s Secret is back with a renewed vision. The Evolution of Body Positivity The return of the fashion show comes at a pivotal moment in the body positivity movement, which champions self-acceptance across all body types. While many curvy figures have spent their careers advocating for size-inclusive clothing, the rise of popular weight loss drugs has led some plus-size models to express concerns that the fashion industry is regressing. This year’s show aims to address these concerns and reflect a more inclusive vision of beauty. Past Controversies Victoria’s Secret has faced its share of controversies over the years. A 2020 New York Times investigation revealed allegations of a misogynistic culture within the company. At the time, a spokesperson for L Brands, the former parent company of Victoria’s Secret, stated that they were “intensely focused” on improving corporate governance and compliance practices. Additionally, the brand has been criticized for its lack of inclusivity. In November 2018, then-chief marketing officer Ed Razek faced backlash for stating he did not believe “transsexuals” should be included in the runway show. Since splitting from L Brands in 2021, Victoria’s Secret has made efforts to revamp its image, incorporating more diverse and body-positive models in its campaigns. What’s Different About This Year’s Show? In May, Victoria’s Secret announced its desire to create a show that reflects “who we are today.” The brand’s Instagram post emphasized that the show would combine traditional elements—glamour, runway, wings, and musical entertainment—with a commitment to inclusivity. In August 2023, the company stated, “We have moved from promoting an exclusionary view of what’s sexy to celebrating all women throughout every phase of their lives.” This commitment aims to make Victoria’s Secret an industry leader in retail innovation, fashion, and sustainability. How to Watch This year’s show will take place at the brand’s flagship store in New York City and will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Live. It will also be available to watch on Victoria’s Secret’s social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The show kicks off at 7 p.m. ET, but fans can catch the Pink Carpet pre-show, hosted by social media personality Tefi Pessoa and model Olivia Culpo, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET. Who Will Be Walking the Runway? Many of Victoria’s Secret's most famous “angels” are returning for this year’s show, along with some exciting newcomers. Notable models include Gigi Hadid, Mayowa Nicholas, Barbara Palvin, Behati Prinsloo, Jasmine Tookes, Adriana Lima, Ashley Graham, Paloma Elsesser, and Devyn Garcia. Additionally, Tyra Banks, a former longtime host of “America’s Next Top Model,” will make her runway return for the first time in 20 years. Models have expressed their excitement on social media, with Graham stating, “I am in my late 30s, I just had three children and I am feeling so curvy, so sexy, and my outfit is fire.” Palvin added, “It’s been six years and now we’re back. I’m excited to see all the girls, all the performers, the wings, the sparkles.” Banks shared her enthusiasm, saying, “It feels crazy being back on the Victoria’s Secret runway. I mean, like, ‘cray cray,’ as in ‘cray cray good.’” Who Is Performing? For the first time, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show will feature an all-women lineup, headlined by none other than Cher. Victoria’s Secret described her as “the mother of fashion” in an Instagram post last month. Other performers include K-pop sensation Lisa and singer-songwriter Tyla, promising an unforgettable musical experience. Conclusion As the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returns, it aims to redefine beauty standards while embracing inclusivity and diversity. With a star-studded lineup of models and performers, this year’s show is set to be a celebration of all women and their unique journeys. Don’t miss out on this exciting event that promises glamour, empowerment, and a fresh take on what it means to be beautiful. Keywords: Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, body positivity, inclusivity, Gigi Hadid, Tyra Banks, Cher, fashion industry, Amazon Prime Video, runway models, beauty standards. Read the full article

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caitlin666 · 7 months ago

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The issues I have with Uglies by Scott Westerfeld especially to do with the books ideals of beauty

I have a really weird love-hate relationship with this series. I love the characters and worldbuilding, but some of the themes are really icky.

I had a love-hate relationship with these books in school. I loved the world building and characters and sci-fi stuff like hoverboards. But in the books a young teen who is an “ugly” (or normal looking person in our society) becomes a “pretty” or perfect looking person through a complex surgery, and preteen and young teen me was so insecure and so scared that I would never be pretty because I wouldn’t get the surgery.

I thought the beauty standards were never explicitly revealed or defined in the books but I re read quotes and plot summaries, as apparently a pretty needs to be

-skinny but not chubby just “healthy curvy”

-symmetrical face

-dimples

-big eyes

-small nose

-big lips

-no pimples or blemishes

-long hair if you’re a girl

-muscles and abs if you’re a guy

-“not too short but not too tall”

-“not too pale but not too dark” (which lowkey has racist undertones)

For reference, swimsuit models in our time (their past) would be considered ugly and A list top tier celebrities would be considered “almost pretty.”

Apparently “natural pretties” do exist who do not need the surgery, but are EXTREMELY rare, apparently like a 1 in a million chance if that. Maybe even 1 in 10 million.

Some fans headcanon supermodel Taylor Hill as a natural pretty.

Literally every character aside from a select few who are “rebels” get the surgery and I thought there was something deeply wrong with me (even though I initially I wasn’t even a teen yet I was 12) and that insecurity carried into early high school honestly. I feel like Mean Girls (a movie filmed in 2004) has a similar premise but a way better execution because Cady realises being a plastic (or popular pretty girl) is bad and wrong. It isn’t glamorized in anyway like being a “pretty” in the uglies series is.

The “uglies” and most students at Mean Girls high school are seen as inferior to the “pretties” or plastics but ultimately it plays out differently and with mean girls the story actually makes sense. It NEVER made me insecure because funnily enough the plot was super secure and had a strong message. Uglies didn’t. You could even compare a character in Uglies; Shay to Janis in Mean Girls in that they are dark haired tomboys and they want nothing to do with beauty or popularity and are rebels, however Shay ultimately conforms and becomes a pretty and Janis never conforms

MOST books I read as a preteen and young teen were pretty innocent stuff like vampires and mermaids and fairies and princesses along with mindless chick lit about high school drama that wasnt anything serious and overall fun. But yeah unfortunately I did read this series lol. Even divergent and hunger games which I read were also sci-fi but it wasn’t glamorised in anyway.

One person commented in an uglies book review video how back in high school, popular girls started calling anyone who wasn’t popular an ugly shortly after the books came out.

What’s crazier is that I forgot about these books for YEARS since like 16 (I am 20 now) when I FINALLY started to feel comfortable in my own skin (funnily enough the same age when characters also become pretty), but only recently like a week ago I remembered them and all the weird memories started flooding back.

I was so scared a guy wouldn’t ever find me attractive because I didn’t fit into that hyper specific mold and looking back that is SO fucked up like what the actual fuck. I would sometimes spend hours examining my face thinking that there was something deeply wrong with me and super upset I couldn’t get a surgery to become perfectly beautiful.

When someone becomes a pretty, aside from having the surgery to look beautiful, pretties become brainwashed to be airheaded and not have critical thinking skills. But aside from that, they can party and shop and have no boundaries or limits. There’s no overall drawbacks to being a pretty and that’s why it feels glamourized. Pretties aren’t even mean aside from judging “ugly” people (who are normal looking) and that’s only because they have been brainwashed to act that way.

I’m also going to compare this book to two kids movies. The first being Shrek. Fiona is a gorgeous princess who has a curse on her to become an unattractive ogre at night. Fiona learns to love all aspects and facets on herself and decides to fully become an ogre and embrace herself and learns beauty comes from within. Tally the main character of Uglies, starts off being “ugly” then becomes “pretty” and then becomes “special” an intimidating looking pretty who’s a crime fighter. The series ends with her not being brainwashed anymore but her still looking like a special. A better ending would be for her to stop looking pretty or special and becoming her “ugly” self again but embracing it and learning beauty comes from within and she doesn’t have to be pretty or ugly, she can just be the best version of herself.

Another movie is Ugly Dolls. In the movie, dolls are separated into two towns, Ugly Town and Perfectville. Six ugly dolls want to become perfect, so they travel to perfectville and try to complete a series of challenges, struggling along the way. Ugly dolls never go into stores but pretty dolls are. The leader of perfectville is scared that ugly dolls won’t ever sell. However, the ugly dolls defeat the leader and get into stores, and the kids love them. The two towns merge into imperfectville, and extreme beauty standards don’t exist anymore.

Also I’m going to mention that the third uglies book called Specials is kinda glamorizing cutting (self harm) and even had a gang called The Cutters. I blocked most of that out of my head so I can’t recall much.

Various “pretty” characters also starve themselves to make themselves seem “bubbly” which was pretty slang for “cool.” That was also messed up.

It’s sad though because I loved the hoverboards and the other tech in the books but unfortunately it got overshadowed by the messed up beauty messages. Apparently Netflix is making a movie with Joey King as Tally but I don’t know whether it will be good or not.

Lemme know your thoughts below!

#uglies #uglies scott westerfeld #book #pretty #ugly #beauty #beauty standards #teen books

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cleverhottubmiracle · 2 months ago

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Selena Gomez Biography, Net Worth, Early Life, Career, Relationship

Selena Gomez (born July 22, 1992) is an American singer, actress, producer, and businesswoman. She began her career as a child actress, starring in the children's television series. Selena Gomez is an American singer, producer, actress, and entrepreneur. After starting her acting career as a child on the television program Barney & Friends. She has since acted in a number of other films, including Wizards of Waverly Place, Hotel Transylvania, and Only Murders in the Building. In addition, Gomez has produced a number of television programs, including Living Undocumented and 13 Reasons Why. She is most recognized as a singer for her contributions to songs like "Good For You" and "Taki Taki." Net Worth$800 MillionFull NameSelena Marie GomezDate Of Birth22 July 1992Age32 yearsGenderFemaleHeight5 Feet 5 Inches As a solo artist, Gomez has released three studio albums that debuted at the top of the US Billboard 200. Her EDM-inspired debut album, Stars Dance (2013), yielded the international top-ten single.

Selena Gomez Biography

Selena Gomez a biography of her work as an American singer and actress born on July 22, 1992, She American singer, actor, and producer with multiple talents. Her role in the Disney Channel sitcom "Wizards of Waverly Place" brought her initial notoriety, and she went on to become a worldwide pop success with hits like "Stars Dance" and "Revival." Acting prowess has also been demonstrated by Selena Gomez in movies such as "Spring Breakers" and "The Fundamentals of Caring." She is well-known for her advocacy efforts outside of the entertainment industry, especially with regard to mental health awareness and other philanthropic issues. The journey of a young actress to a successful pop vocalist is incredibly motivating.

Date of BirthJul 22, 1992Age32 YearsBirth PlaceTexas, United StatesResidenceTexas, United StatesCountryUnited StatesProfessionSinger, Actress, Producer, and BusinesswomanEducationGraduatedFatherRicardo Joel GomezMotherMandy TeefeyNationalityAmericanSiblingsGracie Elliot Teefey, Victoria Gomez, Marcus GomezBrotherMarcus GomezReligionChristianitySpouse(will update soon)HoroscopeCancerWeight55 kgHeight5 Feet 5 InchesNet Worth$800 millionCategorySingers Selena Gomez Age

Selena Gomez was born in Grand Prairie, Texas, on July 22, 1992, and is currently 32 years old. Given her achievements at a comparatively young age. She has accomplished amazing success in both her acting and singing talents, even at such a young age.

Selena Gomez Height

Fans frequently point out that Selena Gomez stands 5 feet and 5 inches tall. A small woman, but it doesn't take away from her enormous impact in the entertainment business. Body typeSlim and Curvy Height 5′5″ or 165 cmWeight55 kg or 120 lbsPhysical Measurement36-28-35Bra size34 BCup sizeBEye ColorDark BrownHair ColorDark BrownDress Size 6 (US)Shoe size 7.5 (US)

Selena Gomez Early Life/Childhood

Selena Gomez was five years old, her parents got divorced, and she moved in with her mother. Growing up, Gomez was close to her grandparents, who claimed to have "raised her" until she achieved fame in show business. She participated in a number of pageants as a child. Selena's Health and Personal Life

The well-known musician and philanthropist Selena Gomez has drawn criticism for her public relationships and health issues. In 2014, she received a lupus diagnosis; in 2017, she had a kidney transplant; and in 2020, she revealed that she had bipolar disorder. During a TikTok broadcast, Gomez was open about her struggles and addressed unwanted remarks about her body, attributing the swings to the adverse effects of her medication. She emphasized the importance of medications despite the possibility of adverse effects and the difficulty of therapy because she has lupus. Gomez's candor highlights the difficulties faced by people with long-term illnesses, promoting compassion and understanding.

Real Beauty & Additional Investments

Selena co-owned and invested in the ice cream company Serendipity in 2020. She also co-founded Wondermind, a startup focused on mental health. Wondermind raised $5 million and had a $100 million valuation in August 2022. Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sequoia Capital, and Serena Williams' venture fund led the investment round. Wondermind, a "mental fitness" company, produces content for newsletters, podcasts, web articles, social media channels, and more. Selena is the creator of the makeup brand Rare Beauty, which accounts for the majority of her wealth. In September 2020, she introduced Rare Beauty exclusively at Sephora. With at least $100 million in revenue in 2022 and projected to reach $300 million, the brand has been a tremendous success. Earnings from her makeup brand

Gomez is a seasoned businesswoman and the proud owner of the high-end cosmetics brand Rare Beauty. Since its debut in 2020, the vegan and cruelty-free label has experienced growth. It had already made USD 60 million by 2021, and SheKnows named it one of the top makeup brands founded by celebrities in 2022. One of the most popular beauty brands at the time, it offers highlighters, foundations for a wide range of skin tones, and creamy liquid blushes, among other items. One percent of Rare Beauty's sales are donated to the Rare Impact Fund, which supports mental health services, as part of the company's positive impact initiative. Selena Gomez is only $200 million away from becoming a billionaire, with her current estimated net worth of $800 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. The prices of Rare Beauty products range from $5 to about $30. Remarkably, the business started out with $100 million in revenue and has since increased to $300 million.

Interests and Passions

Selena has a number of quiet pastimes when she's not performing, singing, or managing her beauty business. One of her favorite things to do is cook, and during the pandemic, she started the HBO Max program Selena + Chef, where she learned new recipes and cooked with professional chefs. The show swiftly gained popularity by giving viewers an unvarnished glimpse of her humor and culinary prowess. Selena has a strong commitment to advocating for mental health. Her personal struggles with anxiety and depression have motivated her to help others, particularly through her Rare Impact Fund, which contributes a percentage of Rare Beauty sales to mental health programs. Selena frequently posts about her travels and adventures because she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

Selena Gomez Career

Image Credit- Hellorayo.co.uk Gomez may have begun her Career at the age of 15 as an actor starring in a Disney Channel sitcom, but as she piled up hit singles and chart-topping albums, she soon demonstrated that her musical abilities were possibly even stronger. Her initial break as a cast member on the children's television program Barney and Friends came from her upbringing in Texas. Although Gomez received small roles in a number of other TV shows, her acting career was formally launched in 2004. Gomez started balancing her work on The Wizards of Waverly Place with other endeavors, such as acting parts and a developing singing career. The Career of Selena Gomez in Acting

Selena Gomez made her acting debut on the children's television program "Barney & Friends" when she was just seven years old. She became well-known, however, when she was cast in the lead role of Disney's "Wizards of Waverly Place" at the age of 15. Selena has since starred in films such as "Spring Breakers" and "The Fundamentals of Caring," as well as the popular television series "Only Murders in the Building." Selena Gomez Music Ventures

Selena Gomez moved easily into the music industry after working on Disney films, signing a record deal with Hollywood Records in 2008. She made her musical group debut with the song "Whoa Oh!" featuring Forever the Sickest Kids. When the band "The Scene" released their highly acclaimed first album, "Kiss & Tell," in 2009, it peaked at number nine on the Billboard 200. A well-known singer and actor, Selena starred in films like "13 Reasons Why," "Ramona and Beezus," and "Monte Carlo." Her departure from "Wizards of Waverly Place" marked a sea change in her career and helped her achieve success in both music and television. YearMusic VentureNotable Releases2009Selena Gomez & the Scene (Band)"Kiss & Tell"2010Selena Gomez & the Scene (Band)"A Year Without Rain"2011Selena Gomez & the Scene (Band)"When the Sun Goes Down"2013Solo Music Career"Stars Dance"2015Solo Music Career"Revival" (Album)2015"13 Reasons Why" SoundtrackContributions to the soundtrack Selena Gomez Philanthropy

Selena Gomez has benefited humanitarian causes as well as entertainment. She became the youngest ambassador of UNICEF in 2009, promoting the rights of children around the world. She started Rare Beauty in 2020 to support UNICEF and raise awareness of mental health issues while combating stigmas. A significant portion of the business's earnings are donated to mental health programs. Gomez enthusiastically contributed to relief efforts during COVID-19 by supporting frontline workers and the WHO fund through telethons. As a passionate supporter of immigrant rights, Gomez works with groups like RAICES and advocates for DACA. She advocates for gender equality and offers scholarships through the Step Up Foundation as part of her commitment to education. Gomez's generosity exemplifies the transforming power of compassion and advocacy, igniting positive change. InitiativeFocus AreaImpactUNICEF AmbassadorChildren's rights, education, healthcareGlobal advocacy for vulnerable children, leveraging her influence for positive change.Rare Beauty PhilanthropyMental health awareness, supportSignificant monetary donations to a range of mental health organizations that aggressively fight the stigma associated with mental illness.COVID-19 Relief EffortsGlobal pandemic reliefParticipation in telethons and virtual concerts, raising funds for frontline workers and the WHO's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund.Advocacy for Immigrant RightsSupport for immigrant communitiesActive involvement with RAICES, raising awareness about the DACA program, and advocating for fair treatment of undocumented immigrants.Education InitiativesScholarships, gender equality in educationCollaboration with the Step Up Foundation, providing scholarships to high school students and emphasizing the importance of gender equality in educational opportunities. Selena Real Estate Ventures Selena Gomez has made significant real estate investments in addition to her business and entertainment endeavors. Among her many properties is a $4.9 million house in Encino, California, which was first constructed by musician Tom Petty. Property DescriptionEstimated PriceTraditional-style house in Tarzana, California$2.175 millionMediterranean-style mansion in Calabasas, California$3.69 millionMassive Fort Worth, Texas Mansion in Grand Prairie, TexasUndisclosed

Movies and TV

The songs "Lose You to Love Me" and "Look at Her Now," which Selena released in October 2019, are a reflection of her personal development and emotional healing. The former also peaked at the top of the Billboard Hot 100. Themes of self-love and letting go of previous relationships are explored in both songs. The Netflix documentary series "Living Undocumented," which followed the lives of eight families of undocumented immigrants in the US, also had Selena as an executive producer. Filmography Title / YearRoleSpy Kids 3-D Game Over / 2003Water Park GirlAnother Cinderella Story / 2008Mary SantiagoPrincess Protection Program / 2009Carter MasonRamona and Beezus / 2010Beezus QuimbyMonte Carlo / 2011Grace BennetSpring Breakers / 2012FaithGetaway / 2013The Kid Rudderless / 2014KateThe Fundamentals of Caring / 2016DotIn Dubious Battle / 2016Lisa LondonA Rainy Day in New York / 2019Chan TyrellThe Dead Dont Die / 2019Zoe In Television Shows Title / YearRoleBarney and Friends / 2002-2004GiannaThe Suite Life Of Zack and Cody / 2006GwenWizards of Waverly Place / 2007-2012 Alex RussoHannah Montannah / 2007Mikayla Skeech13 Reasons Why / 2017-2020Executive ProducersSelena + Chef / 2020 – presentIn HBO Max Cooking ShowOnly Murders in the Building / 2021-presentMabel Mora Voice Acting

Title / Year YearHortons hears a who / Helgo2008Hotel Transylvania” Series / Mavis Dracula2012-2022Dolittle / Betsy2020 Producer Credits Title / RoleYear13 Reasons Why / Executive Producer2017-2020Living Undocumented / Executive Producer2019Only Murders In The Building / Co-executive Producer2021-presentMy Mind and Me / Executive Producer2022 Studio Albums Title / GenreYearStar Dance / Pop, Dance-Pop2013Revival / Pop, R&B, Synth-pop2015Rare / Pop, Dance Pop2020Revelacion / Latin pop2021With Selena Gomes and the Scene (Kiss & Tell) / Pop Rock2009A Year Without Rain / Dance-pop2010When The Sun Goes Down / Electropop, Dance-pop2011

Awards And Achievements

Video Credit - Selena Gomez Award Name / CategoryYear / ResultsAmerican Music Award / Artist of the Year, Pop Female Artist2016 / Nominated 2016 / WonBillboard Music Award / Top Social, Female ArtistTop Social and Dance Artist2015 / Nominated 2016 / Nominated 2017 / Nominated 2018 / NominatedTop Billboard Global 200 songTop Afrobeats Songs2023 / Nominated 2023 / WonCannes Film Festival / Best Actress2024 / WonPrimetime Emmy Awards / Outstanding Comedy Series2022 / Nominated 2024 / NominatedDaytime Emmy Awards / Outstanding Culinary Series2023 / Nominated 2024 / NominatedGolden Globe Awards / Best Actress in Television Series, Musical2023 / Nominated 2024 / NominatedGrammy Awards / Best Latin Pop Album2022 / NominatedScreen Actors Guild Awards / Outstanding Performance female artist in Comedy Series2022 / Nominated 2023 / Nominated 2024 / NominatedALMA Awards / Oustanding Performance in Wizards of Waverly Place2008 / Nominated 2009 / WonAmerican Reality Television Award / Reality Royalty Award2023 / WonASCAP Latin Music Award / Winning Songs2019 / Won 2023 / WonAstra TV Awards / Best Actress in Streaming Series2022 / Won 2024 / NominatedBET Award / Young Star Award2010 / NominatedCritics Choice Television Awards / Best Actress in Comedy Series2022 / NominatedGlobal Awards / Best Female2018 / Nominated

Selena Gomez Relationship

Image Credit- People.com The singer-actress has been candid about her past heartbreaks, and the public knew a lot about her turbulent relationship with Justin Bieber and their sad breakup in 2018. Though there were a number of dating rumors about Gomez in 2023, including those involving Zayn Malik and Drew Taggart of The Chainsmokers, they were all unfounded, as the founder of Rare Beauty often confirmed her single status on social media with humorous tweets. That is, until the arrival of Benny Blanco. Video Credit - Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez Net Worth

Selena Gomez total assets $800 million fortune. Her net worth has been the subject of much discussion, particularly in light of her prosperous career. She net worth has increased significantly from $95 million in 2022, primarily because to the popularity of her makeup company, Rare Beauty. The success of her makeup line, Rare Beauty, which she introduced in 2020, is largely responsible for the significant increase in her wealth. Selena Gomez's wealth has increased dramatically over time. Because of "Wizards of Waverly Place," she made more than $3 million in 2011 compared to $1 million in 2009. When her first solo album was released in 2013, her net worth surpassed $10 million. Read the full article

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kylesvariouslistsandstuff · 1 year ago

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The things I wanted to see in CARS...

I'm one of the few weirdos out there who actually digs, no... Not just digs, **loves** CARS.

Time to turn in my "animation fan" card, huh?

Yes that's right, the 2006 Pixar film that was largely conceived and mapped out by the incredibly talented Jorgen Klubien, but highjacked by a very overzealous John Lasseter, who pretty much wrote Jorgen's contributions to the movie out of the official production history. Anyways- Yeah, whoever actually made that movie, I love it.

And it's honestly very refreshing to see a generation who grew up watching that movie regarding it as "top tier Pixar" or "cinema". I was there from the start, I knew back then that it was pretty cool. CARS came out when I was 13 years old, and that young animation enthusiast back then loved it every bit as much as previous Pixar darlings like the TOY STORY movies, FINDING NEMO, and THE INCREDIBLES... While everyone else around them jeered that it was their first misstep, or it just was not as good as their previous movies. That it was just a DOC HOLLYWOOD rip-off. (A movie that no one would've ever thought of, until Pixar made something... See also, HERMAN'S HEAD being dredged up from the past when INSIDE OUT was being released.) Even THE SIMPSONS made a joke about CARS being regarded as a Pixar black sheep. Oh, and the endless discussion, "How does that world work??? It makes no sense???" (Please don't show these people 1940s and 1950s talking vehicle cartoons, lol.)

The previous whipping post/designated "weak link" was A BUG'S LIFE. No surprise, a relatively "simpler" fable that wasn't interested in reinventing the wheel... (And that too has been reclaimed, particularly for its not-so-subtle parallels.) Interestingly, CARS was conceived in the mid-1990s, and in another timeline it would've been the third Pixar movie *after* A BUG'S LIFE. I feel both movies had a lot in common, so this linking just confirms that for me.

Anyways, yeah... I knew it all along, but it's cool to see younger folk have held onto it since seeing it as kids and hold it up in high regard. The kids are alright, they know don't they? Just like they did with animated financial flops of the 2000s such as THE EMPEROR'S NEW GROOVE, and critical duds like ATLANTIS: THE LOST EMPIRE. But that's what happens when adults go into an animated feature expecting something that specifically caters to their tastes, eh?

So, yeah, CARS of course spawned a massive franchise - and remained a thorn in the side of AH-dult animation fans and anal-retentive types who insist that Pixar only put out one specific kind of movie. CARS' success in 2006 lead to two theatrical sequels, two spin-offs produced by Disney's defunct animation studio Disneytoon (who handled direct-to-video movies and such), a ton of short films, and even a Disney+ series that came out last year.

However, I find it rather unusual that two of my favorite things pertaining to automobiles were *never* in these movies...

A) One of my all-time favorite cars...

Dodge Vipers.

The Viper was in production from 1991 to 2010, a short hiatus occurred, then it returned in 2013... But then the Viper ceased to be in 2017. It's seemingly a relic now, a car contained to the 1990s... But I'll always love the Viper, no two ways about that. Video games I had and played religiously starting in 1998 had a Dodge Viper option, and I fell in love with that car right off the bat.

And yet, not a single CARS movie, show, short, etc.... Had a Dodge Viper in it... Why you do me dirty like that, Pixar? I know that the series could only have so many kinds of real-life licensed vehicles in it, but the Viper was still a thing when the first movie came out and when the second movie was in production... And the third movie, for that matter...

Why no Vipers?

Ah well, Lightning McQueen kind of looks like a late '90s/early '00s Dodge Viper GTS Coupe anyways. The curvy front, the back spoiler, I kinda think so. No?

So yeah... No Vipers... I'm sure Pixar will continue this franchise in some way or another. CARS ON THE ROAD debuted in September 2022, which was five years after the release of CARS 3... The only new CARS stuff that came out in those five years were... Shorts, I think? There was at least one PIXAR POPCORN short dedicated to it. And it's very possible that show gets a second season, even if one of the people instrumental in it and other CARS media - Steve Purcell - got let go from Pixar.

Thing is, CARS 3 didn't really do all that good. Lowest grossing mainline movie in the series, and one of Pixar's lowest grossing in the pre-COVID years at that. $383m isn't terrible by any means, but against a $175m production budget... And when you compare that to what CARS 1 made in 2006 *without* the aid of 3D or IMAX or any premium formats... 11 years earlier, when tickets cost less... Yeah, I think that film kind of was the end? Disneytoon would've made more vehicle movies, such as a spacecraft movie that was set for 2019 and a movie about subway trains, but Disneytoon was shut down after Lasseter was ousted from every position of his at The Walt Disney Company. It's as if he kept DT on life support in the post-Eisner era.

But then again, it's still apparently an easy moneymaker for Disney, so a fourth movie could happen. Or another Disney+ series. After all, Cars Land is a thing among other various parks stuff.

I dunno, I just wanna Viper in a CARS movie or show!

And, also, I'm a weirdo. I'll gladly take another few of those movies, especially if they pay for more originals at Pixar.

So, what else did these movies not have?

B) Beach Boys songs about cars... And other classic cars songs, at that!

Okay, so I am a massive fan of The Beach Boys... And in their early years, roughly 1961-mid 1964, they did a lot of songs about cars amidst the burgeoning "hot rod rock" scene. Classics such as '409', 'Shut Down', 'Little Deuce Coupe'...

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... heck a whole LITTLE DEUCE COUPE album filled to the brim with car songs, in addition to songs like 'Don't Worry Baby', 'Little Honda', etc. etc. etc.

Anyways, I can literally smell the motor oil when I hear these songs. Once leader Brian Wilson started producing the group, he really brought a level of immersion to these songs via the harmonies and arrangement of the instruments. Like, these songs define "car song".

Outside of The Beach Boys, you have songs such as fellow surf group Jan & Dean's car tunes. Here's a banger one, 'My Mighty G.T.O.':

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About half of the soundtrack of CARS 1 was vintage stuff, but not really car stuff. I mean, you did have 'Route 66' by Chuck Berry, a road song for sure, but a song like the two above. That being, I always loved the needledrop choices in that one: 'Sh-Boom', 'My Heart Would Know', the cover of 'Life Is a Highway', etc. In addition to the songs recorded specifically for it.

Because CARS 2 largely sidelined its racing stuff for a spy plot, there wasn't much car song stuff to go around. And weirdly enough, that movie has a cover of 'You Might Think' by The Cars... You would think (hah) that they'd use the original version by **The Cars**? What is with these movies?

CARS 3 thankfully circled back to this kind of musical backdrop, but it was just a few covers of road songs and some new stuff, like Dan Auerbach's 'Run That Race'. Good stuff, but... No '60s hot rod songs!

Heck, if they ever made a fourth film or another series... I'd be down with it being set in the '60s. I'd legit love for it to be a straight up 1960s racing movie, as that was a prevalent subgenre back in the day. Something like those film reels of Doc Hudson's races that we saw in CARS 3, but as a whole series or film. Complete with the grain and worn out film texture. Hire me Pixar, I'll pitch you that and direct it, and I'll stuff it with all those '50s and '60s car song needledrops!

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This piece was largely written in jest. Who am I to tell an animation studio what to do? Lol.

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"Those who have memory have courage and are sowers. When rebuilding emotional memory, you embrace pain and without memory we don’t know who we are . We wander confused not knowing where to go. Without memory there is no identity. The forbidden memory should not be read to stay anchored to the past, much less to open, awaken or the numb pain. If memory helps us recover our own identity and recognize the truth there’ll be no more reconciliation or reunion."

#The Eternal Memory documentary #directed by Maite Alberdi #the curvy film critic

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thecurvycritic · 7 years ago

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This is one of the best things I’ve ever seen/heard in my entire life.

Let’s talk about what kind of girls we think Austin’s into/ would be into 😜

Mm... discuss :D

#austin butler #curvy film critic #how can he be so hot #how can he be so sweet #i loved this interview #then end is priceless too

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sebsgirl71479 · 2 years ago

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Shoot Your Shot The Sequel

Sebastian Stan X Curvy Actress Reader

A/N Yup im baaaack with a little sequel that i didn't think would happen but here we are. Let see how our beautiful celebrity couple are up to in this story at the Golden Globes. Again reblogs always appreciated and loved.

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Warnings: Fluffy AF, Sexual content, smut 18+ only No Minors

It had been 4 months since the emmy awards, where you not so subtly asked out Sebastian Stan on live tv. After your wonderful night together just talking and kissing, you both were head of heels for each other. When December rolled around, Sebastian was nominated again for Pam and Tommy, first a Golden Globe then a Critics Choice Award. You were so happy for him, a day after you went with him to his agent's office and what waited for him was a massive bouquet of flowers from the Hollywood foreign press for his nomination.

“Sebastian, are you sure you're okay walking all the way back home carrying those? We could get a cab if you want.” “Printesa, I’ll be fine, besides I want to see peoples faces as I walk with this monstrosity in pink.” He giggles a little bit while you picture the streets of New York City watching a 6ft tall man in pink himself no-less carrying a bouquet of pink flowers.

When you both got back to Sebs’s apartment full of laughter, you started planning your trip to LA next month. You were still on hiatus from ted lasso and Sebastian was in between films at the moment so it was perfect timing. “Baby are we staying at my place or yours when we get to LA?” While you're in Sebastian's closet picking out clothes for him to take to California he comes up behind you to wrap you up in his arms. Placing gentle kisses on your shoulder and neck, humming in content you look over your shoulder into his eyes and just drink them in. He's rocking you back and forth in the closet like there is music playing in both your heads.

“How about we split our time between both? We can stay at my place just before the golden globes, then after we can go to your place and be ready for the other awards show and beyond.” You turn around to face him and place your hands in his hair to comb through it, Looking deep into his eyes. “I think it’s a great idea, but I have one question? How big is your bathtub?” “Hmmmm, big enough to fit both of us with plenty of room to spare, what do you have planned printesa?” Still swaying back and forth with him just taking him in. “ I was thinking when we land we leave our luggage by the door and spend an hour in a hot, steamy bath to relax and maybe a little something extra?” Wiggling your eyebrows and giving him a sly smile. “I think you have one of the best ideas ever. Now how about we celebrate a little bit tonight with some take out, wine and some dessert?” He winks at you, that's your cue that when he does that you know what he has in mind.

Before you knew it it was new year's day and you both were all packed and ready to head to LA a week before the Golden Globes. You decided to have a lazy night in for new years eve considering you had a 6 am flight the next day. Just the 2 of you, a few glasses of wine and a home cooked meal made by you. When the clock strikes midnight you stood out on Sebastian's balcony and watched the fireworks go off around the city, and a midnight kiss that lasted 2 mins. The perfect way to start 2023 in your opinion. Because of the time change you got to LA around 9am, plenty of time to have that relaxing bath you promised Sebastian. The bathroom was filled with the scent of roses from the bath soaps and candles. Sebastian dimmed the lights to make it more romantic. You sat in front of him while he took a loofa and caressed your body, getting the smell of the airplane off. He abandoned it for his own hands not 5 mins into the bath. You didn't mind it, you preferred it. He started at your shoulders rubbing them and kissing the area afterwards, his new beard he was sporting was tickling you a little bit making you giggle.

Next he grabbed your chin to have you look at him giving you a strong passionate kiss. Midway you fully turned around and straddled his waist holding on to the back of his head to ground you. You both moan into each other's mouths getting more needy for one another. You rocked your hips back and forth on Sebastian's already hardened cock with how wet you were for him already. “Angel, baby I need you so bad, I need to be inside you right now.” “Seb, oh baby, make me feel good.” He lifted you up a little bit and you sank down on his cock so easily. Sebastian threw his head back with how good you felt. You melted into him, staying still for a bit to get used to his size. No matter how many times you've had sex with him it takes a min to get used to him. Sebastian lifts his head and rests his forehead against yours. You started to move your hips up and down just enough to not let any water out of the tub.

"Draga, you feel so good, keep it up and we will be done sooner than I expected." You throw your head back in ecstasy as your organism washes over you in now time. "Oh Sebastian cum for me baby, fill me up." “I’m cumming baby oh god you feel so fucking good. AHHHHH!” You both came together basking in your highs resting your foreheads together. You began to comb your hands through his hair to sooth him, he rubbed your back at the same time. You opened your eyes after your breathing came back to normal, Sebastian was already looking at you. Both of you having a silent conversation looking deep into each other's eyes, Sebastian lifted you up slightly with a little hiss and had you sit sideways in his lap. It was another 10 mins before the water really started to get cold and decided to get out of the tub.

The rest of the week leading up to the golden globes was spent arranging the makeup artist for you and making sure you and Seb had the right outfits. You also spent days being lazy in his house but also taking in LA by hiking Runyun Canyon a few days and grocery shopping as well. It felt so domestic at times you wondered what it would be like to spend the rest of your life with Sebastian but you put that in the back of your head for another time. Little did you know Sebastian had packed a beautiful diamond engagement ring in his luggage and left it under his bed for the right time.

The day of the golden globes came and it was super busy at Sebastian's house, even his longtime manager came by to check up on you two to make sure things were running smoothly. By 4pm you both were ready to go to the Beverly Hilton. It would take almost an hour to get there with how LA traffic was. Walking the red carpet with Sebastian as a couple was a huge deal and everyone took the opportunity to tell you and show you when the camera went absolutely crazy when you showed up. You both took pictures together and individually. You entered the ballroom just in time to have dinner served with plenty of champagne for the table. By the time all the plates were taken away the show was beginning to start. While the show was being broadcast you both sat holding each other's hand and never letting go. When they broke for commercials, that's when you both would stand and start talking to a few other actors. Paul Walter Hauser came over and introduced himself to you since he was at the table next to you. Sebastian looked over at you talking to Paul, one of best friends and his heart swelled. You looked like you were having an animated conversation with him and it made him happy.

Paul finally saw Sebastian looking over at you two and smiled. That was his way of saying ‘you have a good one here’ He came over to say hi to Paul and congratulate each other just before the broadcast came back. It was finally time for Sebastians category, you held his hand tight in yours your nerves were so high for him that your leg was bouncing so much he let go of your hand and started rubbing your thigh to calm you. You looked over at him and gave a small smile mouthing him a ‘thank you’. When they announced Evan had won the award you were more disappointed for Sebastian than he was for himself. He felt your body slack after that after being wound tight for the last 5 mins. He took your hand and kissed the back of it. “It's ok baby, it won't be the last one.” “I know sweetheart but I really wanted this for you, but understand I’m just happy you got nominated and are finally getting recognized for the hard work you have been doing.” “Thank you draga, I love you.” I love you too Sebastian.”

The night had been wonderful, at some point during the show you and Sebastian got to speak to Billy Porter you were in heaven. You both went to an after party at the chateau marmot and talked to more celebrities. By the time 1am rolled around you both were tired and ready to head home. Sebastian helped you out of your dress and shoes and you went to steal one of his t-shirts for the dresser. “Baby you looked wonderful tonight but seeing you in my shirt makes me love you even more.” “I only do it because it smells like you and helps me sleep better.” He is only in his dress pants at this moment, you're just taking him all in. Then he starts coming towards you and in no time he has you weak in the knees with a body numbing kiss. After the thought of breathing comes to you both you part with chests heaving staring into each others eyes. Its at this moment that Sebastian has his perfect moment to propose. “Draga, wait right here I have something for you.” Before you have the chance to say anything he is on the other side of the bed taking his luggage out. He comes back with his hands behind his back as he stands less than a foot away from you.

“Sebastian baby, what is it?” With a big smile on his face he begins to get down slowly on one knee. Your lip is quivering at this moment ready to just ball your eyes out. “Y/N when you asked me out on live tv 5 months ago i knew that when i met you i would never regret it. Tonight I may not have won an award but you won my heart. Y/N Y/L/N draga will you stand by me for every awards show, every premiere and every other milestone in our lives forever? MARRY ME BABY.” You look at the beautiful sapphire engagement ring in the black box. Vision blurry which most likely you still have mascara running down your face. You look him in the eye and place your hand on his face with a water smile. “Yes Sebastian, I'll marry you. With all my heart.” He slipped the ring on your finger and you both just held each other for the next 10 mins just basking in the other's warmth and love. Finally parting he held your face in his hands and kissed you so softly and sweetly.

“I love you y/n so much I can't wait to marry you.” “I love you too Sebastian forever and always.”

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