bound (1996) has such a realistic depiction of lesbianism and i don’t think people talk about it enough.
spoilers ahead
the way violet sees corky in the elevator for the first time and immediately decides corky is THE one and a couple of days later the two of them are committing crimes and running away together is literally one of the most lesbian things i (as a lesbian myself) ever did witness and this is one of the many reasons why this movie is one of my favorites
It’s so clearly evident when you rewatch Goncharov (1973) that the film served as inspiration for Bound (1996). Particularly with regard to the relationship (though it did not play out on screen, the tension was palpable) between Katya & Sofia and how it parallels Corky & Violet’s relationship. Katya and Sofia’s queer coded relationship was foundational to the portrayal of Corky and Violet’s on screen relationship in Bound. It’s truly remarkable to contrast these films and see how much media representation for lesbians improved in 20 years. We also know in a 1996 Variety magazine interview the Wachowski sisters cited the film as a source of inspiration for the screenplay. I would so love to see a Goncharov remake that allowed for Katya & Sofia’s relationship to be given the portrayal it deserves.
Abby turned to me with a blank face, slowly turning to confusion but with a little smile. I glanced around then back to her, puckering my lips and shrugging. Her chuckle soothed me a bit, knowing she wasn’t going to say or do anything out of pocket. She turned herself away from the dishes, hand in her hip and smirking.
“Yeah… A mini us,” I grinned. Abby pulled me close to her, kissing my forehead and letting her hand search for mine, “Just imagine! Our baby running around, ‘mommy, look at what I found’! Wouldn’t that just be so cute?”
“Of course. It melts my heart just thinking about it,” Abby flicked water from her hands onto my face, going back to do the remaining dishes.
After wiping myself down, I hopped up on the counter to take in her side profile. She was just so beautiful, so gorgeous. I just wished her father came around more often so I could thank him for making her the person she is today. And, of course, how amazing she looked no matter what she did.
“You good?” she asked, glancing at me then back to her dishes. I stayed silent, happily staring at her. She froze in place, now side-eyeing me. I let out a quiet giggle, covering my mouth.
“We should have a baby.”
“I’m not exactly equipped for that, y’know.”
“We can figure something out,” I nodded, “I read somewhere that you could use your bone marrow to turn into sperm.”
“Seriously?”
“Mhm! So you are equipped just not in the way someone would expect,” I gave Abby a smug look, blowing her a kiss and winking, “I want a baby.”
“Then let’s make a baby,” Abby giggled, after I do these dishes.”
I hopped off the counter only to stand behind her and hug her tightly, wishing the dishes would just so themselves so we could just cuddle and have time to ourselves. We could just talk, sit in silence, or be wrapped up in each others arms. Abby and I were just happy to be in each other’s presence even if we were pissed off with each other.
“Do you think I’d be a good mom?” I questioned not even really thinking about it at first.
“Baby, you’re nothing like your mother. I think you’d be the world’s best mom. The whole word would want to be you,” Abby chuckled, turning off the faucet and drying her hands, leaving the dishes to sit in the sink. Abby placed both hands on either side of my face, rubbing her thumbs on my cheek.
“Yeah?”
“Of course, baby. You’re the sweetest and kindess girl I know,” Abby kissed my forehead, hugging me tightly and swaying a bit, “you’d be an amazing mother and wife.”
We giggled at her comment, backing away in sync. Staring at each other, I started picking at my nails, Abby was making me way more nervous than I should be. Her eyes scanned my body language, obvious that I was a little skittish. A smirk grazed her face, now looking me up and down. I held back a giggle, staring directly into her eyes to try and show I wasn't intimidated by her whatsoever.
“What's the matter, Y/N?" her tone came out a little lower than what it already was, she knew that I wasn't simply nervous but a bit lustful as well, "you seem uncomfortable. Do I make you nervous, baby?"
"Really? You're using a movie reference? On me?" I laughed at her reference, shaking my head and crossing my arms at her, "oh, my god, Abby! No way! There's no way!"
"What?! Was it not good?"
"No, it was but that movie?"
"I think Bound is a good movie! They're literally us, you're Violet and I'm Corky!"
"I disagree, I would be a terrible Violet. But you as Corky? Beautiful."
"Shut up, you're perfect for her," Abby chuckled, bringing me in for a kiss. I rolled my eyes, closing the distance between us, both of our hands snaking around each other and our bodies producing more heat than they already were.
"You were definitely making me nervous," I backed away from her, pulling her towards the staircase with a bright smile, "Corky."
Abby scoffed, letting me lead the way to the bedroom, shaking her head, "I could tell."
Hello again! My fandoms are as stated in the pinned post, but some fandoms I'm more inclined to have more muse for whatever reason. My fandoms may change as Hello again! My fandoms are as stated in the pinned post, but some fandoms I'm more inclined to have more muse for whatever reason.
My fandoms may change as well, so please be aware please be aware of that, with my top fandoms right now are tlou/tlou2 | arcane | resident evil | horror/slasher | horizons forbidden west. (In bold)
With each fandom, I'll specify what type of roleplay I'm currently looking for.
If I ever do oc x cc roleplays, I only double those as I prefer that so it's fair we both have a side.
(open and still looking for roleplay partners)
tlou / tlou2 : ship roleplay/oc x cc roleplay
Ellie x Dina
Abby x Mel
Abby x Nora
Maria x Tommy
Joel x Tess
If I do oc x cc, I am willing to play most characters and a rule of thumb. I will only be Ellie against a girl character only, and there is no debate on that.
For oc x cc, I would be looking for someone to play Abby/Ellie.
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arcane : ship roleplay/oc x cc roleplay
Caitlyn x Vi
Jinx x Lux
I am looking for someone to play to play mainly, Sevika, or my second option is Vi. I am willing to play any character, but Jayce.
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resident evil village / resident evil franchise : oc x cc
I would like it if you played either Bella Dimitrescu or Alcina Dimitrescu for me for my love interest.
I will play most characters, even those not in those game. I'm more commonly known re7, re2, re3, and re4 as well.
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horizons forbidden west : ship roleplay/oc x cc roleplay
Aloy x Seyka
For oc x cc roleplays, I'm willing to play anyone and just ask you to play Aloy for me.
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fear street : ship roleplay
Alice x Cindy
Deena x Sam
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bound 1996 : ship roleplay/oc x cc
Violet x Corky
For oc x cc, I would look for someone to play Corky for my side and I am willing to play mostly anyone.
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horror / slasher : oc x cc/ship roleplay
Tiffany x Nica
Amber x Tara
I can play most slashers, but some I struggle to play and we discuss further who they may be.
Who I would ask for someone to play against my oc would be either Nica from chucky franchise, Tiffany from chucky franchise, Ripley from alien franchise, Mindy from the scream franchise, and Nancy from nightmare on elm street franchise.
I would appreciate you read my rules before anything as those are very key and important, which are here : rules
If you are interested in any way, do message me directly!