Two very different styles and feelings but I always find myself coming back to these again and again.
The Princess Diaries -
These movies were childhood favorites. I remember every time I would watch these I would always think “wow I wish I had a family somewhere that would take me far far away from farmland Iowa and tell me I actually am the princess I knew myself to be, and teach me how to be one” Unfortunately this never happened so my only escape was with princess Mia, right alongside her for princess lessons and grand makeovers with broken hairbrushes and bushy eyebrows. There was some part of little me that was content with this knowing I wouldn't be getting much more any time soon, and for that reason these movies still hold such a special place in my heart
The Before Trilogy -
Documenting the chance encounter of two strangers meeting on a train in europe. The three films take you on the journey of their story. from first meeting, to reconnection, to a very realistic look at what love might look like for two very complicated adults with very complicated lives. The long and masterfully done one-shot, dialogue heavy scenes make you feel like you’re on a walk with the couple, exploring twisting streets and sticky conversations. These films are pure artistry and were my first introduction to real cinema and real heartache. (the main characters also meet on my birthday so how could I not love it?)
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There are probably a lot of avid filmers on this site, but if you haven't seen it, rent Before Sunrise. It's beautiful and perfect on it's own but never has a sequel (Before Sunset) landed such an ending emotional punch.
Jan 29, 2024
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is the best way to put it. here’s some films i love with similar themes:
- the umbrellas of cherbourg
- past lives
- before sunset
- normal people (show/book)
- first love (netflix show)
Oct 11, 2024
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i'm talking The Dreamers, Y Tu Mama Tambien, Before Sunrise. Movies just don't hit like that when you see them for the first time when you're already grown
Dec 3, 2024
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This is one that I am still relearning everyday. It's always been rather dificult for me to ask for what I want, or even need. Not sure when or why this pattern started but it became glaringly obvious to me as I matured that the strongest tool I have in my arsenal is self advocacy. I realized that if you aren't willing to speak up for yourself and fight for yourself then that makes it all the more difficult for others to help you because NO ONE KNOWS WHAT YOU WANT UNLESS YOU TELL THEM FIRST. Slowly shedding the fear around being heard and seen has drastically changed my life for the better. My biggest resolution this year was to stop being so scared of everything and that incudes asking for what I want or even what I know I deserve. It's definitely a journey, and something that I need to work on/relearn everyday but everyday is getting easier and better.
Apr 4, 2025
whenever im feeling more lost than usual, in myself or the world, something that really helps me find my center again is just going to the water by myself.
she will always be there for you whether that is through river, pond, fountain, or sea. you will quickly find she wants to take all your troubles away.
try to just sit there with the water and nothing else as best you can, don’t go on your phone, don’t read a book, if you really really need to do something, listen to an album and don’t skip anything or bring a sketchbook to doodle in. just try your very best to be in the moment and nowhere else. if you are at the beach (my favorite place to be with the water) try to keep your eyes on the horizon where the sky meets the ocean. or for any location just look at the patterns on the surface and notice how light dances across it. let the water be a fidget toy for your eyes. there likely will not be any huge aha moment but i promise if you really intentionally spend time with the water, talk to it even, you will leave feeling different in some way. (here is a little collage from my last solo beach day. the most important part is that you do all this by yourself. have a one on one with the water and she will tell you what to do next)
Apr 11, 2025
the month of march has been very intentionally slow for me. with recovering from surgery as well as preparing for spring i kinda just wanted to pause the outer world and take a moment to calm my inner world. these albums have been the breath of fresh air i needed recently.
Kelela - In The Blue Light
such a wonderful artistic expression and journey. kelela is one of my all time favorite artists and knowing i was in the crowd for the live recording makes it all the more special (you can hear me go wooo at 3:30 of cherry coffee,, insane to me) a mix of covers and reworks of her own material, this record showcases the pure artistry and originality that made me fall in love with her from my first listen. play this as you take a shower and get ready for the day. through the beautiful twists and turns you will find yourself in a peaceful bliss.
Skúli Sverrisson - The Box Tree
this is an album i discovered through an interview from marg.mp3 on instagram (love her for her contribution towards a social push of removing the algorithm from your music discovery) this instrumental album blends into itself seamlessly. its the kind of record you can put on when going for a walk and then suddenly you realize you have listened to the album ten times over getting lost in the evolving and incredibly gentle melodies. i actually played this when i had a migraine, a time when i want to shut my eyes and plug my ears, and it genuinely helped calm my nervous system.
Mar 28, 2025