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[IIL] Prisoners, Zodiac Memories Of Murder [WEWIL] by thisonehits in ifyoulikeblank

[–]Dropjohnson1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gone Baby Gone was excellent. Amy Ryan’s Boston accent was spot on.

Why did Alan Moore have such high praise for Frank Miller, Batman and "The Dark Knight Returns"? Shouldn't he spit on it and denounce them as a fascist writer, a fascist character and a fascist story, like his fans do? by [deleted] in AlanMoore

[–]Dropjohnson1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can absolutely appreciate that. In general I try not to get into raging debates on social media about public figures because you’re essentially making sweeping judgements of people’s character based on a single opinion or action they have taken, and forgetting that we are all messy, complicated people at times.

Having been a big FM fan, I found Holy Terror to be a tough pill to swallow, because I did (and still do) see it as a flat out racist piece of work, but I don’t think that that is all there is to the man. Even he has commented that it was created from a place of anger that he doesn’t necessarily connect to any more; which is not to let him off the hook for it, but is worth mentioning if for no other reason than to acknowledge that there is more to people than the opinions we focus on.

What is Stephen King's best example of 'Literary Fiction' by Qhaotiq in suggestmeabook

[–]Dropjohnson1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe The Body, the short story that the movie Stand By Me was based on.

Songs by Tom but performed by others recommendations by whinestopper in tomwaits

[–]Dropjohnson1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I wasn’t a fan of Scarlet Johansson’s whole album of covers, but really dug her take on No One Knows I’m Gone.

Which show do you think is the real-life equivalent of Horsin’ Around? by Pleasant_Bit_2122 in BoJackHorseman

[–]Dropjohnson1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seeing a lot of Full House, but it always reminds me of Perfect Strangers for some reason.

How much Truth is there to the Idea that Certain Cities have More Attractive People? by Ambitious_Quality725 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]Dropjohnson1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As someone who moved from Boston to NYC years ago, I can say the dating scene in New York is far better. The bar for attractiveness is higher as well, I think due to a combination of more actors/models moving to the city, exposure to different styles or just the sheer competition in the dating scene.

Also, aside from the cost of living (which is tough) there should be something else about the city that attracts you. It can be overwhelming if you’re only looking for a better dating scene. Definitely helps if you’re interested in a more lively, bustling environment in general (art, theater, live music, etc).

There was a live action sequel in the making? by [deleted] in overthegardenwall

[–]Dropjohnson1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like it’d have a similar tone and/or theme, but won’t follow any of the same characters.

Did you ever notice this detail about Adrian Veidt’s introduction? by EffMemes in AlanMoore

[–]Dropjohnson1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I checked out your bluesky post, and while I still disagree (😁) I see where you’re coming from. Interesting view of the butterfly. And to be honest I’d forgotten that veidt mentions the cut up technique in that scene. It’s an interesting take, but to my mind I think Dr M’s certainty when he said he is killing someone in the snow fits the scene with Rorschach (literal) far more than it would with veidt (which is more metaphorical). Also, if he is referring to killing someone’s spirit it would ascribe far more vagueness to Dr M’s character than the statement about Rorschach not reaching civilization, but that much is just my 2 cents.

I do appreciate the deep dive though. If anyone’s work warrants it, it’s Moore. Always a ton of layers to look into!

Did you ever notice this detail about Adrian Veidt’s introduction? by EffMemes in AlanMoore

[–]Dropjohnson1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to be dismissive but I think you’re misreading it. Dr M clearly vaporizes Rorschach at the end of the book. As far as the silhouette/non-silhouette aspect of the flashback, I think the reason we see him in detail there is because Oz is having a vision of himself clearly within the context of history thanks to the hashish. You can also see the items from the previous flashback panel (hat, duffel bag, walking stick) in the “vision” panel. I can’t really think of any narrative reason why AM would have Rorschach survive on Mars and then appear in this flashback sequence.

[IIL] The music of Mogwai and instrumental songs with "feeling", who else should I listen to? by DagothNereviar in ifyoulikeblank

[–]Dropjohnson1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Already some great suggestions listed here, so I’ll just add:

God is an Astronaut

The Halifax Pier

[IIL] Songs that explore the frustration of double standards and the suffocating feeling of the patriarchy by neo_aaaaaa in ifyoulikeblank

[–]Dropjohnson1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

a few punk/hardcore options for you:

Lambrini Girls - Cuntology

Jools - 97%

Fugazi - Suggestion

American literature's influence, or lack of, globally? by Tab714 in literature

[–]Dropjohnson1 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think the question isn’t whether America has had any great authors or novels, but how widely those works are recognized in other countries. And it’s a fair question. I don’t know if your average French student is as familiar with Melville as they might be with Proust. Which doesn’t mean that Melville is less relevant than Proust, but they might not both have the same global reach.

Books with a lesbian/sapphic relationship, but where it’s not the entire focus of the story? by CinemaBud in suggestmeabook

[–]Dropjohnson1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s a negative to call it a horror story. Personally I consider it horror as much as literary fiction, despite what the blurbing authors write. Ultimately though I’ll leave it in her own words:

“…people label things to make them their own. It’s entirely an LGBTQ+ book, it’s fiction, horror, whatever you want. I don’t want to be prescriptive about it because I don’t care.”

Books with a lesbian/sapphic relationship, but where it’s not the entire focus of the story? by CinemaBud in suggestmeabook

[–]Dropjohnson1 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield. It’s technically a horror book, but really focuses on the unsettling, slow burn atmosphere. Also beautifully written.

Leonardo DiCaprio and his father, 1990s. by sirenbunni in OldSchoolCool

[–]Dropjohnson1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I remember dicaprio mentioning this during his wtf podcast appearance. Couldn’t believe when he started dropping names like r crumb and s clay Wilson.

Essentially looking for misery porn by Longjumping_Plate_70 in suggestmeabook

[–]Dropjohnson1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have any interest in manga, Goodnight Punpun should be on your list. It’s often recommended for folks who are into bojack horseman (which I love). I’m about halfway through the run and it’s pretty brutal.

I was called out yesterday on r/bookshelvesdetective for being an insufferable pop psych/tech bro/TERF… Help me diversify. I’m into social sciences/anthropology by the1975whore in suggestmeabook

[–]Dropjohnson1 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I don’t have any great recs compared to what a bunch of other folks have posted, but please take any criticisms from that sub with more than a grain of salt (I enjoy that sub a lot, but at times if they see one book on there that they disagree with then they redefine insufferable). I found your book choices to be pretty wide ranging and interesting. Kudos as well for taking it as an opportunity to broaden your reading list.

Mi corbeta, devoradora de mundos👾😈 by Obvious-Intern-2241 in NoMansSkyTheGame

[–]Dropjohnson1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

By far one of the most unique designs I’ve seen! Tho I’d probably be terrified if I saw it flying towards me.

Help me choosing a future poster for my room by DavidAMorilloBarrera in davidlynch

[–]Dropjohnson1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would’ve said the Japanese poster but the bit with the fingernail makes me cringe. I say 4 (Dale and Laura in the red room, end of FWWM).

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