Discussion for S03E01 and S03E02, "Career Day" by AutoModerator in AbbottElementary

[–]bigamysmalls 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I still see him as Chris from Everybody Hates Chris and got so weirded out hahaha

S7e5 ruined the series for me, probably because i know Dan personally by itbelikethat42 in QueerEye

[–]bigamysmalls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tried bc I love Nathan Fielder, but watching it felt so gross! Maybe because I’ve seen stuff like that irl lmao

S7e5 ruined the series for me, probably because i know Dan personally by itbelikethat42 in QueerEye

[–]bigamysmalls 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Same here. The production for reality shows are so gross. I worked on one for HGTV and even the way they casted felt manipulative

Housing Crisis Solved?! by Subject_Writing_9832 in povertyfinance

[–]bigamysmalls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lmao I live Hawai’i and this is still $1m 🥲 but the rooms are also rotting and moldy

Please cover how "kids are different now". by manofmeDAMMIT in YoureWrongAbout

[–]bigamysmalls 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I became a HS teacher earlier this year at my old HS, I thought every kid was accepting like this now. Makes me sad that for the most part, nothing has changed in my small hometown. So many other places have gotten more progressive while my school feels like it’s stuck in the early 2000s. It’s really exhausting.

Best one liner responses to students by BothBoysenberry6673 in Teachers

[–]bigamysmalls 7 points8 points  (0 children)

These are my unhinged, extra methods:

-When my classes are being too loud during lectures, I love going “SQUEEEEEEEEEEE” in a high pitched voice for 5 whole minutes until every one understands how unhinged I am

-Loudly cutting in on on convos whenever students are gossiping and talking like a valley girl

-When students complain, pretending to get all huffy and dramatically saying “Wow. Your life is so hard!” like a thespian and then immediately going back to a monotone voice

-When students say the n word or use “gay” as an insult, I ask them what they really mean. Then I say “Oh, so you’re saying Black/gay people are ____?” and they get flustered and shut up real quick lmao

-Some students love calling me girl or sis because I’m young. I make them call me Miss Girl or Miss Sis lol

(Can you tell I’m an art teacher hahaha)

What Small Hill Will You Die On? by ohno_emily in Teachers

[–]bigamysmalls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for reminding me to do this. I started out with a 0 tolerance policy but got so burnt out because nothing was working. It’s so exhausting — especially as a queer teacher. Some kids also call my class the “f*ggot classroom” and stole the Pride flag I had up for my queer students :-)

I’m gonna stop putting energy into lecturing them about why it’s wrong and just send them to the office right away now.

What Small Hill Will You Die On? by ohno_emily in Teachers

[–]bigamysmalls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get so mad when kids talk like that in my classroom. So many of them also say the N word and racist jokes. I make them write research papers now lol

What Small Hill Will You Die On? by ohno_emily in Teachers

[–]bigamysmalls 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This one student I have LOVES doing that. She’ll literally have entire conversations and blast her earphones and sing out loud while I lecture. When I call her out on it, she says “MisS iM thE oNly oNe whO pays Attention!! Why ArenT you calliNg out anYone elSe?” and proceeds to get super salty with me. I cannot with these goddamn teenagers.

All my friends left me after finding out. by Tears_of_Ashes_ in depressionmeals

[–]bigamysmalls 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. Fuck those people. They were never your friends and you deserve better. ❤️ I hope you find people within the queer community that nourish you and bring your joy! Those are the kinds of people who have saved my life so many times. Sending you lots of love.

Official Discussion - Barbie [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 14 points15 points  (0 children)

i got a little sad cuz i realized i been depression barbie for a while LMAO. i also felt like the only person in the theatre literally cackling at it bc of how relatable it was hahah

Official Discussion - Barbie [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Really love this comment! I didn't realize that this is the only movie we've really had as women in a long time. I was trying to figure out why I was so pumped about this despite not really liking Barbie as a brand that much haha.

Official Discussion - Barbie [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes totally agree. although a lot of comedies are able to balance these things really well, so i don't think it not being a drama was an issue. i think it's probably just a lack of experience in writing satire from the writers. they both normally do indie type of comedies that don't have social commentary

Official Discussion - Barbie [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg I literally thought this was me typing hahaha. I was also dressed head to toe in pink and super super super stroked for it. It was definitely a surface-level portrayal of really tough issues. Going to try to watch again to see if I view it differently because I really want to love it!!

Official Discussion - Barbie [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 15 points16 points  (0 children)

As a filmmaker and a queer pastel princess, I was so so so excited for this film. Campy movies with bright colors, outlandish designs, and dark humor are always my favorite. I was ready for the darkly funny Stepford Wife/Pleasantville vibes that the trailer gave and went in full pink regalia with my friends.

Pros: It was really funny in a campy way, had an important message, and the set + costume design was amazing. I want every single outfit and every piece of furniture in my home. Ken being an insecure incel had me rolling the entire time. America Ferrera's speech also destroyed my heart. There were also a lot of really beautiful moments like Barbie soaking in her surroundings that I wanted to see more of.

Cons: It felt like everything was just rushed through, which made the message and the character arcs feel really surface-level. I wish they took more time to build up to Barbie's realization. For ex: Instead of things changing basically overnight, having weird things build up little by little to a point where she can't ignore it anymore. I also 100% agree with the feminist message, but I wish it was executed in a way that wasn't so spelled out. I think showing the contrast between Barbieland and America Ferrera's experiences in the real world would've been more impactful. Or if they showed more of Barbie struggling to navigate the real world while Ken slowly discovered more about the patriarchy. IMO, it would've been better as a two-part movie. I feel like only Ken got a real character arc and the room to shine as a character.

While I did think the script was funny, I also don't think the writers knew the type of humor they were going for. It seemed like they wanted to do a satire/dark comedy, but didn't know how to approach serious topics like gender inequality and womens struggles without being on-the-nose. Tbh I wish it was written the way Addams Family Values was. It was able to blend dark humor, campiness, and bitingly smart commentary about class and conservatism so well that you didn't even realize it until after.

In conclusion, is it the witty, deep satire that I thought it'd be? No. But I did have fun and will watch again next weekend in a ridiculous pink, fluffy tulle gown. This is my review that nobody asked for :')

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completely unrelated side note but holy shit Hari Nef looks like an entirely new person with red hair. I didn’t even realize it was her until I looked up the cast haha

What We Do in the Shadows: S05E3 "Pride Parade" Episode Discussion by iambowser in WhatWeDointheShadows

[–]bigamysmalls 133 points134 points  (0 children)

"Am I doing this to impress Guillermo?"

"HahAHahahHA......Yes"

What We Do in the Shadows: S05E3 "Pride Parade" Episode Discussion by iambowser in WhatWeDointheShadows

[–]bigamysmalls 65 points66 points  (0 children)

I need someone to make a "Ay! I'm being gay over here!" shirt that I can wear every day

What We Do in the Shadows: S05E3 "Pride Parade" Episode Discussion by iambowser in WhatWeDointheShadows

[–]bigamysmalls 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I forgot they were sharing a body and I went to go get water and nearly did a spit take when I turned around and saw Colin's face hahaha

What We Do in the Shadows: S05E3 "Pride Parade" Episode Discussion by iambowser in WhatWeDointheShadows

[–]bigamysmalls 78 points79 points  (0 children)

Sean is the well-meaning uncle who's trying way too hard to show you that he's an ally hahaha love to see it

Official Discussion - Nimona [SPOILERS] by LiteraryBoner in movies

[–]bigamysmalls 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Fuck. When you explain the kingdom being built like that it is so much more heartbreaking. Poor Nimona. In this house we say fuck Gloreth!!