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sugasiren · 11 months

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☆Astro Observations PT 3☆

**NOTE: This blog contains Mature content.

🩷 Libra & Pisces Venus can be prone to cheating, as BOTH tend to fall in love with the "idea" of love rather than the actual person in front of them. Flaky as fuck, but they're a hella charming bunch tho! Usually attractive.

❤️‍🔥 Scorpio Risings can sometimes struggle with intimacy, due to having Air Signs over their Water Houses. They crave deep bonds (like all Scorpio placements) yet often run from them at the same time. They can allow their FEAR to sabotage their greatest connections. It's tragic!

🩷 Capricorn Moon Men are hot AF! Their sex appeal is highly underrated if you ask me. They appear calm, dominant, stoic & strong - like men whom you can truly rely upon in every way. And ohhh - they also have seriously Big Dick Energy. 🤣 Brad Pitt, George Clooney & Dwayne Johnson have all been voted Sexiest Man Alive for good reason! 💋 Gerard Butler displayed such stunning power as King Leonidis in the 300 movie; Ryan Gosling passionately stole our hearts in The Notebook; Michael Douglass snatched our panties through the screen in Basic Instinct; And Freddy Mercury is an LGBT legend whose iconic musical anthems continue to make everyone from *all* walks of life feel mightily empowered. 💪How did Cap Moons get so damn awesome?? I tip my hat off to you guys! Much love.

YUM!! 🤪 *drools unapologetically*

❤️‍🔥 Mars 2H and/or 5H Synastry are *huge* indicators for attraction. It goes deeper than money, fun, etc. The House Person is typically rather possessive over the Mars Person; and the Mars Person feels very invested in the House Person. You will greatly enjoy pleasuring each other. 💋 The 2nd House = attraction to each others bodies. You want to devour them like dessert! 🤪 But you also see real VALUE in them as well. The 5th House = romantic attraction & passion. You both bring endless amounts of joy to one another both in & out of the bedroom.

🩷 You can easily fall in love with or quickly gain strong feelings for someone whose DSC or 7H is conjunct your Venus. You view them as the Ideal Partner because they embody many of the qualities that you're looking for long-term.

❤️‍🔥 In 8th House Synastry, BOTH parties have power in different ways. The House Person sets the pace of the relationship and decides *when* they will allow the Planet Person into their heart or their "world", so to speak. And the Planet Person decides *when* they will surrender to the House Person - setting the tone for transformation, as they have a lot of influence on the HP's moods & overall well-being. BOTH parties have an emotional pull over the other! 💯 It's only "lopsided" if somebody isn't physically attracted to the other to begin with. 🤷🏾‍♀️ In that case, you're wasting your time and need to move on ASAP.

🩷 Moon + Mars Synastry = the best of both worlds!! Sexual AND emotional compatibility between you & your partner. Tough & Tender. Masculine + Feminine enraptured in a sensual Tango. 💃🏾 Hair-pulling & ass-slapping one minute... passionate kisses & slow grinds the next... with loving cuddles ALWAYS sure to follow after an explosive climax. 🔥 This is the person whom you could watch paint dry with and *still* have the time of your life together! You excite them. They make you feel vulnerable. No one can make you madder than they can. Lol. You have a rare connection & can see into each other's souls. 🫶 So cherish it!

❤️‍🔥 Venus 8H Individuals are often highly selective about who they sleep with, and especially choosy about who they commit to. It's not easy to win their heart! They typically have MANY admirers though who obsess over trying to *capture* them. They are effortlessly captivating, seductive people whom others are desperate to get the approval of. 💋 Everyone wants them, but few actually get to have them. But my God, if they choose you - they are highly loyal, loving & devoted! 💯 Their connection with their partner gets stronger (not weaker) over time. They seek to transform you sexually, emotionally, spirituality - and they deeply *crave* for you to do the same for them in return. 🔥 And if they can't be consumed by their TRUE EQUAL... they'd rather remain alone. These people DO NOT settle for less. They'll have fun with you, and that is surely it.

☆That's all for now, Darlings! Thanks so much for being apart of my lovely world. 🔮

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esmiephan · 2 years

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Listing my fave Eriks (Phantomverse Of Madness).

This is a post i was suppose to make a long time ago, but i only got the time to write it now. I will probably make a part 2 with the "Worse/Less Favorite Eriks".

Remember everyone, this is ✨MY OPINION✨. No adaptation is free from flaws, these 6 Eriks are my favorite but they won't escape from my critics. And if you disagree, feel free to comment about.

6. MazM!Erik (2018)

We start with a polemic one. Mazm!Erik has an unique beauty and amazing hairstyle, his PTSD, the pain, the crying little boy inside of the man, the despair to be loved are still ON POINT. But let's not forget they turned him into a generic anime sociopath who does bad things because yes, and abuses Christine, and keeps Melek aprisioned, and other nonsense things of this mediocre script. However, MazM!Erik is still redeamable at some point and he has good stuffs.

5. Chaney's Erik (1925)

Our first adaptation, the 1925s silent movie! In my opinion, NO ONE played Erik better than Lon Chaney. No one. Like, this man, he's just fantastic. Chaney's hands, movements, the PHANTASTIC make-up, the expressions of pain, madness, anger and tenderness, OH MY GOD THIS IS HEAVEN!!!

ok but let's not forget the ending sucks and the movie tried at best to villainize Erik, this is unforgivable.

4. Merik (1986-2004)

Probably the most known version among us. Andrew Loyd Webber delivered us an amazing, outbreathing and beautiful musical that saved Broadway's story in the 1980s and brought Phantom back to popular tastes since then. Musical Erik has its questions, many people fan of the novel think Webber tried somehow to make him more manipulative and less redeeming. After all, even though people he killed weren't innocent at all, Erik isn't a man who runs out judging people and killing the ones he consider to be unworthy. He killed in EXTREMELY ocasional times in the novel. By the way, the way he constantely manipulates Christine and try to keep control as "the Angel" is just... no.

The original Erik wouldn't do this. He hates lying to Christine, he avoids at his best hurting her. Merik has more childish and toxic behaviour, even though he still ends up redeemed and changed out of his own will and kindness. We cannot deny Merik is one of a kind, one of the most iconic versions of the story. There are many actors who played Merik: Gerard Butler, Ramin Karimloo, Hugh Panaro, Norm Lewis, Ben Lewis, Michael Crawford, i could make a whole blog about my favorites and less favorites Meriks. And i'll probably do it.

3. Cherik (1990)

Look what we have here ❤️

"MY GOD, THIS PLACE REALLY IS HAUNTED" -- this and other funny lines are a gift of Charles Dance's version of Erik. The minisseries isn't very loyal to the novel, however, it's not a bad adaptation at all. This Erik is funny, shy, awkard and more healthy than most of the other versions. I disaprove anything about his version? Yep. First, he wears too colored clothes and is less "dark and goth" like other Eriks. Second, his mother actually loved Erik in this version... I think this was an unnecessary changing. Because the horrible abuse committed by Erik's mother is something EXTREMELY important that can't be changed. Mommy issue is an essence of this character. Should I talk about the "Christine looking like his mom" problem?

Well...

2. Kerik (1990)

Our favorite Susan Kay monologue! Yes, here it is. Kerik (or Serik as some people say) is funny, jerky and tragic, it's almost the same as Leroux's version, as it is supposed to be because "Phantom" isn't exactly an adaptation, but an explanation/expansion of what we've seen originally. Phantom is so good that we phans consider it as canon!

I can't help but say his relationship with Christine in this monologue is weird and a bit disappointing, though. Susan Kay actually started this "Christine looked like Erik's mom" shit, and it's not only weird, it literally confirms Erik's love for Christine was not real, that he only wanted to have a normal relantionship with his mother and Christine was a link to escape his pain. Ok, it makes sense Erik having mommy issues, but i disagree with Kay's vision about his love.

1. Lerik, The Original (1910).

Claps to our king, sis and bros. Gaston Leroux wrote this character with passion. This is my favorite deformity and vision about the character, the lines and the emotions are all just perfect for me. No one ever surprassed the original novel. Erik is a symbol, and a figure to many people. A broken, tortured, emotionally unstable man, who wants to fix everything his way, who doesn't have anyone to trust, who searches for love, pity and compassion, who searches for inclusion and tenderness from the society... but had everything despised and wasted. Erik, originally, is not a villain or a romantic hero. He is an anti-hero. He's the representation of frustrated people and abuse survivors who are able to LOVE, even after everything they had to pass throught. People who are able to recognize and fix their mistakes, people who won't sacrifice their beloved ones happiness for their own problems and fears. Erik is all of us.

Thank you.

#the phantom of the opera #erik the phantom #gaston leroux #andrew loyd webber #mazm erik #lon chaney #lerik #merik #phantom musical #cherik #charles dance #susan kay #kerik #phantom #mazm the phantom of the opera #phantom minisseries

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adamwatchesmovies · 13 days

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How to Train Your Dragon (2010)

It’s been over 10 years since the release of How to Train Your Dragon. Unfortunately, this means you can’t catch it the way it was meant to be seen - on the big screen and in 3D - but it still dazzles. This animated film has it all. A great story of friendship, stunning visuals, memorable character designs, an instantly memorable score, terrific voice acting and a great message. It doesn’t matter how old you are, it becomes an instant favorite.

Much to his father’s disappointment, teenaged Viking Hiccup (perfectly voiced by Jay Baruchel) is hardly the dragon killer his village needs him to be. When Hiccup knocks down a Night Fury - the most elusive and deadly of all dragon species - he finds that he cannot kill it, and instead befriends "Toothless".

We've seen stories about sons rebelling against their parents because they would rather dance ballet, sing, or do anything other than do what they're expected to do before. How to Train Your Dragon differentiates itself first and foremost with its visuals. No dragon we've ever seen looks like the ones in this film. Taking inspiration from the book of the same name by Cressida Cowell, the animators went to town on the creature designs, which range from the two-headed Hideous Zippleback - one head spews flammable gas, the other, sparks - to the bumblebee-like Gronckle. All of them are memorable, as are Hiccups classmates. You’re like the overenthusiastic Fishlegs (Christopher Mintz-Plasse), excitedly looking at these beasts and trying to figure out what makes them tick. I predict in about five to ten years, we’ll be seeing highly detailed and articulated action figures of the creatures in this film sold to adults who grew up with this franchise. That’s how iconic they are.

As you can deduce from the title, Hiccup and Toothless eventually form a close bond and our hero becomes the first dragon rider. The first scene in which they take flight together is pure movie magic. The emotions bubble up inside as if it’s you soaring through the air for the first time. Even on a flat screen, the way they zip alongside cliffs, through rocky formations and above the water is so exciting - particularly with the score by John Powell - it threatens to bring tears to your eyes. You recognize the emotional weight of this moment and the visuals are incredible.

The emotional power of Hiccup and Toothless' flight comes from the character work. Directors Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois have made the genius choice to give a lot of cat-lie attributes to Toothless. He’s effortlessly loveable but also a little wild - if you’ve ever owned a cat, you know what I mean. You’ve seen how Hiccup and his father are. It’s not that Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler) is a bad father, it’s that they just have nothing in common, whereas Hiccup and Toothless? they get along but they do so well. It breaks your heart knowing they’re from two worlds and that there’s no way this is going to work out. Training with Toothless means Hiccup becomes more knowledgeable about dragons than any other Viking. At his school, he’s acing every course, which breaks down the barrier between him and his father. It raises your spirits but creates a dark cloud on the horizon.

In the end, the screenplay by the directors (who co-wrote with Will Davies) finds a surprisingly elegant way to give the audience the happy ending they want and deliver a big action scene that brings together everything we’ve learned about dragons. It’s revealed that every dragon has been stealing food for the biggest dragon of all, a Godzilla-sized mega beast that will eat anything. The genius of this revelation is that it recontextualizes every dragon attack. If only this big bully were gone, then everyone could live harmoniously. In Independence Day: Resurgence, The Great Wall and similar films, this “Queen” that can be defeated to save the day feels artificial. Not here. In hindsight, it all makes sense.

It's one of the best cast animated pictures in recent memory. Christopher Mintz-Plasse as the big, but squeaky-voiced dragon nerd Fishlegs, America Ferrera as Astrid, Hiccup’s rival and possible romantic interest and the other Vikings are terrific. Even these secondary characters are memorable, making you eager to see more. Then we get to the ending, which is mature and somber. How to Train Your Dragon is much more than the sum of its big, action-packed sequences of aerial pyrotechnics, dizzying flying scenes and narrow getaways. It's packed with emotion, action, and fun. I can’t recommend How to Train Your Dragon enough. (On Blu-ray, April 15, 2022)

#How to Train Your Dragon #movies #films #movie reviews #film reviews #Chris Sanders #Dean DeBlois #WIll Davies #Jay Baruchel #Gerard Butler #Craig Ferguson #America Ferrera #Jonah Hill #Christopher Mintz-Plasse #T.J. Miller #Kristen Wiig

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homomenhommes · 6 months

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THIS DAY IN GAY HISTORY

based on: The White Crane Institute's 'Gay Wisdom', Gay Birthdays, Gay For Today, Famous GLBT, glbt-Gay Encylopedia, Today in Gay History, Wikipedia, and more …

354 AD – Early Christian writer St. Augustine was born on this date (d.430) Following the example of St. Paul, Augustine set the standard for confessional literature that was to flourish in the centuries that followed. The pattern, of course, is a detailed listing of one's sins, followed by a narration of some event or events that made one long for salvation, and then an enunciation of the pains and joys of penance with the hope of future redemption.

Augustine confessed not only to having fathered a son, but to friendship that was classically homoerotic. When he was a young man, his closest friend died and Augustine contemplated joining him in death. "I felt that his soul and mine were `one soul in two bodies'; and therefore life was to me horrible because I hated to live as half of a life; and therefore perhaps I feared to die, lest he should wholly die whom I loved so greatly. My longing eyes sought him everywhere." Augustine, of course, cast off all sins of the flesh and becoming one of the great founders of Christian doctrine, admonished us all to do the same.

1950 – Charles Kaiser is an American author, journalist and academic administrator. In 2018 he was named Acting Director of the LGBTQ Public Policy Center at Hunter College. He is also a nonfiction book critic for The Guardian (US).

His book about one family in the French Resistance, The Cost of Courage (2015) received enthusiastic reviews from The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and The Christian Science Monitor, among many other publications. It also won the grand prize at the Paris Book Festival (2015). In 2016 it was published in France by Seuil as Le Prix du Courage.

His blog about the media, Full Court Press, originated on the website of Radar Magazine in the fall of 2007. He continued it at the Columbia Journalism Review and the Sidney Hillman Foundation until the spring of 2011.

The son of a diplomat, Philip Mayer Kaiser, he grew up in Washington, D.C., Albany, New York, Dakar, Senegal, London, England and Windsor, Connecticut. He has lived on the Upper West Side of Manhattan for many years.

He is the author of The Cost of Courage, 1968 In America, and The Gay Metropolis. The Gay Metropolis was a Lambda Literary Award winner, as well as a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. He was a guest on the Colbert Report, where he discussed a new edition of The Gay Metropolis. He wrote the afterword for a 2012 edition of Merle Miller's landmark work, On Being Different: What it Means to Be a Homosexual. That afterword was excerpted on the website of the New York Review of Books. In 2015 he was inducted into the LGBT Journalists Hall of Fame.

1955 – Caryn Elaine Johnson, best known as Whoopi Goldberg is an American comedian, actress, singer-songwriter, political activist, author and talk show host. She is a strong supporter of the LGBT community.

On April 1, 2010, Goldberg joined Cyndi Lauper in the launch of her Give a Damn campaign to bring a wider awareness of discrimination of the LGBT community. The campaign is to bring straight people to ally with the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender community. Other names included in the campaign include Jason Mraz, Elton John, Judith Light, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Kardashian, Clay Aiken, Sharon Osbourne and Kelly Osbourne.

Goldberg's high-profile support for LGBT rights and AIDS activism dates back to the 1987 March on Washington, where she was one of few celebrities participating.

1969 – Today is the birthday of bi-sexual Scottish actor Gerard Butler. He is best known for his portrayal of King Leonidas in the intensely homoerotic film about the Spartans, 300. He also portrayed the Phantom in the 2004 film version of The Phantom of the Opera. He is slated to portray the iconic Scottish poet Robert Burns in an upcoming biopic.

In the gossip mags, there have been numerous stories of his romantic involvements - including several of romantic and/or sexual involvements with other male stars.

In a 2004 Movieline interview he said:

"I talk about my sexuality, but it's always glossed over. People seem to shy away from the issue. Whenever it is discussed, it's distended and exaggerated. Gerard Butler is Gay. No I'm not. I don't know myself what I am so it can be bewildering to see that being plugged. I have been in relationships with women. And men. That doesn't make me Gay. That doesn't make me straight. It's hard enough to go through these things in my mind without being scrutinised about it so there are times when you want to close the door and say my sexuality is my own personal business."

1989 – A U.S. federal court ruled that the Armstrong amendment, which would have cut off Washington DC's entire 1989 budget unless the city council exempted religious educational institutions from the gay rights provisions of the city's human rights law, was unconstitutional. William Armstrong introduced the measure after the DC Court of Appeals ruled that Georgetown University was not exempt from the gay rights law and ordered the University to provide facilities to gay & lesbian student organizations that are equal to those provided to other student groups.

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phantom-of-the-coquette · 2 months

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gerard butler playing the phantom of the opera (2004) has the same vibe as pierce brosnan playing sam carmichael in mamma mia. they cannot sing but they are iconic as hell

#phantom of the opera #gerard butler #christine daae #pierce brosnan #mamma mia #mamma mia here we go again

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mesaylormoon · 3 months

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The 20th Anniversary of The Phantom of the Opera (2004)

The Phantom of the Opera (2004) has been — and continues to be — one of my favorite childhood movies. It was so influential in my life, in fact, that my entire family experienced a collective phase where we loved and learned the songs and rewatched it regularly. If you can believe it, I was only seven years old when I saw this movie for the first time, and I still hum songs like Angel of Music to myself. Unfortunately, I did not have the privilege of seeing the stage show before its permanent closure, and the film is the only adaptation we have to immortalize it.

Pros:

* Purists do not give this film enough credit that it is a faithful adaptation of the stage show. How easily this version could have been ruined by filmmakers who didn’t care about the source material

* Despite purists constantly complaining about Gerard Butler and Emmy Rossum’s performances, Rossum is still a beautiful singer whose fragile and vulnerable vocals work better in a cinematic context than opera singers like Sierra Boggess’s would have. Likewise, Butler’s portrayal of the phantom is decent. He brings a menacing, intimidating presence to the character — particularly when he is shown through silhouettes or no dialogue

* The music, of course, is wonderful and iconic

* The movie adaptation was my first introduction to a non-Disney musical. It made a huge impact on my childhood and I continue to love the film and its soundtrack to this day

* Some of the sets and costumes are extravagant and pleasing to the eye

* Movie adaptations of musicals generally incentivize audiences to appreciate theater by watching “stage shows” in a different medium. I definitely would not have watched The Phantom of the Opera in its original format

* As other critics have pointed out, the movie fixes the logical problems from the original version

* The actors who play Andre and Firmin share adorable chemistry and are a great comedic duo with fun interactions throughout the movie

Cons:

* This movie has one single big problem: the filmmaking is not especially strong. (Disclaimer: I am mostly referencing other critics with this statement and am not qualified to speak on the matter). The reveal of Phantom-related narrative beats are much less potent because of underwhelming makeup and camerawork; the tone and aesthetic are a bit confused and fail to commit to either a dreamlike setting or gritty realism; the staging in many scenes is often far too crowded by flowers, candles, etc.; and the cinematography tends to wash out the film

Verdict: A more effective adaptation from stage to screen would certainly have benefited the film version of The Phantom of the Opera. Thankfully, the technical ineptitudes of the 2004 iteration do not bother me much. I can’t deny the nostalgic appreciation I have for this movie and I will forever love it for introducing me to a musical I loved as a child and still love as an adult. I still recommend seeing the stage version (if you can anymore), but the film is not a horrible way to learn of the most successful musical of all time.

As an aside, now that it has been two decades since the premiere of this film, I can’t help but wonder what a better, updated retelling of this story would look like. Perhaps we’ll find the answers to such a query sooner than we think…

#phantom of the opera #20 #musicals

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living-for-fiction · 8 months

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rules: shuffle your repeat playlist and post the first ten tracks, then tag ten people

Tagged by @howlintherain.

Demolition Lovers - My Chemical Romance

Sucker for Pain - Imagine Dragons, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa, Logic, and Ty Dolla $ign

Cut Up Angels - The Used

Narcissistic Cannibal - EarlyRise

Another Set of Issues - OK Go

Hey Brother - Avicii

The Point of No Return - Gerard Butler and Emmy Rossum (The Phantom of the Opera soundtrack)

Starlight - Muse

Caged - Within Temptation

Sorry About Your Parents - Icon for Hire

I actually have a bunch of playlists I listen to on repeat depending on my mood, if I'm thinking about a certain fictional character, if I want a certain theme, etc. I'm picking the playlist I created for my most recent longfic. Some of these songs appear on other playlists, and there are a bunch of songs on other playlists that aren't on this one, but I guess technically it had been my most recent playlist.

Tagging: @winjennster @kerryrenaissance @hazeldomain @driverpicksthemooseic @nonbinary-androids @openshipper @twofingerswhiskey @delirious0pandemonium @conversationaltreestump @crowleyisourking and anyone who would like to participate!

#tag game #personal #music #shuffle playlist

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heartsick-honeybee · 1 year

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@skye707 tagged me! Hopefully that means I'll catch a stray Riddler..

CMON Arkhamverse, fingers crossed! Jkjk.

Ten of my favorite movies in no particular order!

This was hard af actually because as soon as I read it I forgot every movie ive ever seen. Suddenly, all cinema ceased to exist. Thanks brain.

That being said I did my best as-per my recollection and am probably missing things I quite love. Woopsie.

Rules: post 10 of your favorite movies and tag 10 people.

#1: Fantasia (1941)

This one has been my favorite since I was 2 years old. Beautiful art, Disney, and Classical music. It's just a win.

#2: The Phantom of the Opera (2005)

This is all of nothing like the book and my 15 year old emo ass really wanted Christine to go with the phantom despite all the red flags.

Now that I'm an adult I think they'd have been a lovely poly couple, and Erik needs counselling. That being said it's still one of my top favorite movies ever.. Who knew Emmy Rossom and Gerard Butler could SING?

I still love to play it and sing every word, the absolute chagrin of my daughter.

#3: Queen of the Damned (2002):

Anne Rice, Vampires, a soundtrack that quite possibly shaped my entire music taste for life--

This movie is honestly terrible, but in a SO bad its GOOD way. Cult classic 100%.

For an emo 12 year old in the early 2000's this was the best shit EVER, right there beside MCR.

#4: Pride and Prejudice (2005):

SOMETHING ABOUT ME: I love books. I love THIS book. and I love this movie based on this book. -- Mr. Darcy, you are a charmer.

#5: Yellow Submarine (1968):

Another one that's been a top favorite since I was only 2 years old.

I grew up on Beatles, and before I was emo (Around 9 years old) I had a hippy phase where I only wore tie-die and listened to 60s music, with Beatles being my top. This throws me back to them days every time.

#6: Minority Report (2002)

Let's get this out of the way first: Tom Cruise is batshit crazy as a person. I completely acknowledge this. That being said I think this movie is very well done and has a very valid moral that can forever apply to society and social justice as a whole.

It also had a very short run TV Mini series in 2015 (Without Cruise) that was a continuation/sequel of the movie, which I ABSOLUTELY loved just as much. There is only 10 episodes and I was SO sad it was cancelled

#7: Encanto (2021)

By far the newest one on this list.

Good music.

I'm in love with a 50yr old RAT man.

What else can I say?

#8: Much Ado About Nothing (1993)

Another book turned movie,

ANYTHING Shakespeare is always iconic, but I think this version is absolutely my favorite. Perfect casting, perfect acting, and Dr. Willson from House is one of the main characters! (You may also recognize Professor Trelawney and Professor Lockhart from Harry Potter as your two main characters. <3 When HP first came out I can tell you I was SO excited for something different than what everyone else was because It was awesome to see them together in the same movie again, for me, since I loved this farrrrr first.

#9: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

a 90s classic, and ALSO a modern adaptation of another Shakespeare story: The Taming of the Shrew.

It's was very well done, modernizing (For the time) while still sticking to the story. Great cast, great acting, and an icon of the 1990s despite being a story of the 1590s.

I think this movie hit home in a way that other modern Shakespeare adaptations (Such as Romeo + Juliet (1996) and She's the Man 2006)) Missed the mark on. (Although, did you remember Channing Tatum was in that? I didn't! Haha.)

#10: Digimon: The Movie (2000)

Why? I can't tell you why. When this came out was at the height of me being super into Digimon. The art is different from the show in a way that I just vibe with. The entire movie just has a VIBE to it and it brings back good memories. ALL THE GOOD VIBES.

Honorable Mentions:

Counting these as ONE:

Batman (1989) Batman Returns(1992) Batman Forever (1995) Batman & Robin (1997)

SO despite having 3 different Batmans and only two being directed by Tim Burton, these movies ARE supposed to go together.

They are hokey, and for the most part I consider them a comedic AU, HOWEVER, that will never override a few things:

Firstly, these movies are what got me into Batman and Batverse originally, before the animated series came out.

Secondly, the animated series came out BECAUSE of these movies, and was at least loosely based on them (Which is why Selina was blonde in TAS, to tie in, though they later rectified that in TNBA)

And three, the ENTIRE aesthetic of the movie AND the musical scores being by Danny Elfman are their own works of absolute art that I will ALWAYS appreciate.

@caesariawrites @pharoahkittylover @arttimeoccasionallyimtired @just-an-enby-lemon @finzphoenix @geislieb @coffeeandconundrums @ednyxmatic @sh4pes-4nd-colors @spookyvoid

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tianmicons · 5 months

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#gerard butler #gerard butler icons #icons with psd #psd icons #leonidas icons #leonidas #300 #300 icons #actors #actors icons #movie icons #movie

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jakaaron · 1 year

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Songs About Ghosts

My Top Pick "Emaline" by Arolyn

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Other Songs About Ghosts I like

Do you ever feel like you’re being followed by something mysterious? Do you have a fascination with the paranormal? If so, then this blog post is for you. We’ve rounded up some of the best songs about ghosts that are sure to get your spooky senses tingling. So, put on your headphones and let these haunting tunes take you away!

1. “Baby You're a Haunted House” – C

"Baby You're a Haunted House" by Gerard Way is a hauntingly beautiful song. It was released as a single in 2018 and is one of the most memorable songs about ghosts. The song paints a vivid picture of a haunted house and its inhabitants, creating an eerie atmosphere full of mystery and dread. The lyrics are cleverly written, with catchy melodies and haunting harmonies. There's something deeply evocative about this song that will stay with you long after you've heard it. It's sure to take you on an unforgettable journey into the unknown. Also check out music about the sea.

2. “Watching You Without Me” – Kate Bush

Kate Bush’s “Watching You Without Me” is a hauntingly beautiful song that explores themes of voicelessness and loneliness. Bush’s vocals start off with a sorrowful sound that builds as the song progresses. The song paints an image of a ghostly figure silently watching their loved ones live their lives without them. It’s a powerful and moving contemplation of grief, loss, and pain that speaks on the universal experience of being left behind. You may like a song about winning at life.

3. “The Ghost in You”

The third song in our list of songs about ghosts is “The Ghost in You” by the Psychedelic Furs. Written by the band's lead vocalist Richard Butler and bassist Tim Butler, this haunting track was released in 1984 as the second single from their album Mirror Moves. With its driving rhythm and emotive lyrics, “The Ghost in You” has become an iconic track within the Psychedelic Furs’ discography. It's a song that speaks to the power of love and how it can linger even when things end and all that’s left is a ghost of what once was. Here is some music about letting go.

The Psychedelic Furs

The Psychedelic Furs are an English rock band formed in 1977. They are best known for their 1981 hit single “The Ghost in You”, which reached number 59 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Written by lead vocalist Richard Butler and bass player Tim Butler, this song is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of loss and time passing. The Psychedelic Furs' sound blends post-punk and new wave influences with atmospheric textures and melodic hooks. Although the band has experienced many lineup changes over the years, their classic sound remains a timeless classic. Listen to some cool songs about dreams and dreaming.

4. “Ghosts That We Knew” – Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons' song "Ghosts That We Knew" is an emotional exploration of the power and influence of our beliefs. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of what it feels like when those beliefs start to flicker away, and the hope of living a long life despite their absence. It is a heartfelt reminder that even when our beliefs are no longer visible, we are still capable of finding purpose and solace in life. This song is a powerful reminder that we can still be strong in the face of change and find hope in the darkness.

5. “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald” – Gordon Lightfoot

Gordon Lightfoot’s classic song “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald” tells the story of a ship that sank in Lake Superior in 1975. The tragedy claimed the lives of all 29 crew members, and the song is a haunting reminder of their fate. Lightfoot’s lyrics are evocative and emotionally charged, painting a vivid picture of the ship’s sinking and its aftermath. The song has become an enduring classic, and it serves as a powerful reminder of the dangers of life at sea.

6. “Ghost Town” – The Specials

The Specials' 1981 hit single "Ghost Town" perfectly captures the feeling of a town in decline, with its empty clubs and deserted streets. The song paints a vivid picture of the emptiness of a once lively place, while its powerful chorus warns of the consequences of youth violence and poverty. Its popularity speaks to the fact that many people have experienced the same sense of loss and helplessness when their hometowns have gone into disrepair. It's a timeless song about life in hard times, and it remains an important part of British music history.

7. “Ghosts” – Michael Jackson

"Ghosts" by Michael Jackson is a hauntingly beautiful track that captures the essence of the supernatural. The song explores themes of fear, isolation, and the unknown, all while maintaining a sense of awe and wonder. Jackson's vocals are powerful and full of emotion, and the music itself is captivating and haunting. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a ghostly presence that is both sinister and mysterious. Overall, "Ghosts" is a masterful piece of artistry that will transport listeners to another realm.

8. “Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker Jr.

Ray Parker Jr.'s iconic 1984 song "Ghostbusters" is an instantly recognizable classic. Written and performed by the Detroit artist himself, the track features the instantly recognizable line "Bustin' makes me feel good". It was released on the album Ghostbusters - Original Soundtrack Album in 1984 and has become a staple of pop culture ever since. It has been covered by many artists such as Top of the Pops, Black Lace, Attaboy Skip, and more. The song has become iconic in its own right, making it a must-listen for anyone looking for a great song about ghosts.

9. “Ghosts of the Past” – Elton John

Elton John’s “Ghosts of the Past” is a powerful and affecting song that speaks to the importance of learning from our mistakes. The song’s haunting melody and evocative lyrics are a reminder of how even the seemingly distant past can have a profound impact on our present lives. It is a testament to John’s talents as a songwriter that he is able to tap into this emotion so poignantly, creating a song that speaks to us all. With its timeless message, “Ghosts of the Past” is sure to remain an anthem for generations to come.

10. “Ghosts of Tom Joad” – Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen's "Ghosts of Tom Joad" is a powerful song about the plight of the working poor and their struggles against economic inequality. With its haunting lyrics and acoustic guitar melody, the song paints a vivid picture of the struggles and despair of those living in poverty. The song is a tribute to John Steinbeck's novel "The Grapes of Wrath," in which the Joad family travels from Oklahoma to California during the Great Depression, only to find that their dreams for a better life were dashed by low wages and oppressive conditions. Springsteen's song serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up for those who are suffering from poverty and inequality.

More about Ghost Songs And Music

Most of us have experienced a supernatural encounter at least once in our lives, so it’s understandable why many artists have been inspired to create songs about ghosts. From mothers never letting go, to ships without captains, these songs explore the many facets of the paranormal with mystique and emotion. We’ve compiled a list of the best songs about ghosts, so grab your headphones and delve into the world of the ethereal!

Ghost Songs 1. “Misguided Ghosts” by Paramore – This poignant track is from Paramore’s self-titled album, which was released in 2009. It delves into the consequences of committing a mistake and features a video interpretation of the song’s message. 2. “Ghosts That We Knew” by Mumford & Sons – This melancholic melody was premiered at a live performance at a radio station in 2011 and later included on their album Babel. It narrates the struggles of going through a heartbreaking break-up. 3. “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald” by Gordon Lightfoot – This hauntingly beautiful song is about a freighter ship that sank in 1975 beneath the waters of Lake Superior. The ghostly air of the narrative and the music makes it one of the most spooky songs about ghosts. 4. “Ghost Song” by The Doors – Written by Jim Morrison in memory of a close friend who had passed away, this classic track still captivates fans today. The eerie music video shows pairs of spectral blue eyes staring out from the shadows.

Ghost Themes in Music 5. “Watching You Without Me” by Kate Bush – Sung in a historical context, this song features a woman whose spirit returns home post-shipwreck but unfortunately cannot communicate with anyone. Despite being unable to make contact, she still hopes that her loved ones can feel her presence. 6. “The Ghost in You” by The Psychedelic Furs – Taken from the band’s album Mirror Moves from 1984, this song talks about how everyone is troubled by the ghosts of their past. It encourages us to examine our own emotions before giving up and paints a vivid picture of what is within us all. 7. “Ghost” by Michael Jackson – Featuring religious symbols such as pentagrams and churches burning down, this iconic song is rumoured to be based on actual personal encounters with spirits. The lyrics tell the story of a spirit that is bound to a person they loved yet unable to communicate. 8. “The Ghost Inside” by Broken Bells – Inspired by lead vocalist James Mercer’s wife’s real-life ghost experience, this song narrates the paranormal tale of strange noises coming from the cellar and the terror that ensued. 9. “My Unborn Baby” by The Rolling Stones – This 2020 release tells the story of a woman’s connection with her unborn child and their journey back to where the ghost baby wants to go. With its inspiring message, this touching song has quickly become one of the top songs about ghosts.

From melancholy melodies to spooky tales, these songs explore the many meanings of ghosts through music. Whether you’re interested in the supernatural or just looking for a hauntingly good playlist, you’re sure to find something on this list to satisfy your curiosity. But don’t let these tracks haunt you too long – stay tuned for part two to explore more ghostly tracks!

11. “The Ghost of You” by My Chemical Romance - This song is an ode to those who have lost someone they love, and serve as a reminder that even in death, their spirit will linger nearby. The lyrics paint a vivid image of a ghostly figure that resides within us all. 12. “You’re Not Alone” by Sia - Featured in Disney’s hit movie Coco, this hypnotic track dives into the journey of passing spirits and their eternal search for the afterlife. It speaks of those who have left us, yet still remain close to our hearts. 13. “Ghost Story” by Coldplay - This new 2020 single centers around the idea that no matter how much time has passed, no one can ever truly forget what was once beloved. With its melancholic melody and emotional lyrics, this mesmerizing song is sure to tug at your heartstrings. 14. “Plainsong” by The Cure - A classic from 1989, this somber yet majestic tune follows a man who is visited by the ghosts of his former lovers. He remembers the good times before finally coming to terms with the fact that they are gone forever. 15. “Ghosts Upon the Earth” by David Bowie - In this posthumous single, Bowie opens up with the line “Ghosts upon the Earth, they can never die” - words which remain etched in the memory long after the song is over. A fitting tribute to the legendary musician. 16. “Waiting for the Ghost Train” by Tom Waits - Featured on the album Rain Dogs, this hauntingly beautiful track speaks of a man who is waiting for the ghost train to take him away. Its eerie instrumentals and dreamy vocals make it one of the most unique songs about ghosts. 17. “Undertaker” by Fleet Foxes - A stunning piece from the band’s 2017 album Crack-Up, this track is about mourning and finding solace in the afterlife. It speaks of a peaceful eternity after a life of pain and sorrow. 18. “And Then She Was Gone” by Radiohead - From the album The King of Limbs, this emotional track tells the story of a relationship that ended abruptly. Radiohead paints an image of a ghostly figure that lingers on in the memories of their beloved. 19. “Belief” by John Mayer - A soulful single from 2006, this song speaks of believing in something that may not be real - a poignant theme which is often associated with the paranormal. John Mayer perfectly captures the feelings of being haunted by an ethereal presence. 20. “Ghost Love Score” by Nightwish - As the title already suggests, this epic symphonic metal track is about falling in love with a ghost. Nightwish takes you on a journey of two hearts that transcend the physical realm and unite in the spiritual world.

From Paramore and Mumford & Sons to Radiohead and Fleet Foxes, this curated list of the best songs about ghosts will surely leave you feeling spellbound. Each track speaks of its own experience with the paranormal and explores themes of love, loss, and longing. Whether you’re looking for a spooky playlist or just want to tap into the eerie side of music, these ghostly tunes are sure to make you feel the chill of the supernatural!

FAQ

Q: What topics do these songs about ghosts explore? A: These songs explore themes of love, loss, longing, and the spiritual world.

Q: Were any of these songs featured in movies? A: ""You're Not Alone"" by Sia is featured in Disney’s hit movie Coco.

Q: Is this a comprehensive list of all the best ghost songs? A: No, this is only part one of the list. Part two of the list will explore more ghostly tracks.

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