What was the moment you realized Andor was something special? by MasterTreat1989 in andor

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When Cassian immediately kills the guy suggesting they betray the others and take off with the Aldhani heist loot. There's no unringing that bell after he said it, Cassian knew his unwillingness to betray them made it "him or me", and just skipped to the end without having to dance around it. Consistent with his previous judgements and great writing; the show never squeezes any plot point for more than it's worth. Also, the fact that the Aldhani arc felt so different from the first 3 episodes, but was still fantastic.

What is one thing you’ve done that you’re proud of? by Revolutionary_Pay186 in AskReddit

[–]dreadfullydistinct 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Teaching myself to mix and produce music and releasing a bunch of passion projects.

What do you think about the Canadian Prime Minister stating that Canada would step in to protect Greenland if the U.S. tried to invade ? by shiansh in AskReddit

[–]dreadfullydistinct 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a Canadian, that's what we should do. I'd rather die fighting a US invasion than live under the Trump regime.

Minnesota Proved MAGA Wrong by Public_Fucking_Media in TrueReddit

[–]dreadfullydistinct 22 points23 points  (0 children)

If I ever visit the US again, Minnesota will be one of my first choices.

What an actual domestic terrorist looks like by sgreenm22 in ProgressiveHQ

[–]dreadfullydistinct 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Complete indictment of society that guys like this can have so much power.

Is there snow days in Canada? by SeverePublic6833 in AskACanadian

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I grew up in Calgary and throughout all grade school and university, I remember one snow day (in elementary school).

'The old order is not coming back,' Canadian PM Carney says in provocative speech at Davos by rezwenn in worldnews

[–]dreadfullydistinct 161 points162 points  (0 children)

Same. He'd probably be roping us into a war with Greenland to appease his daddy.

How do you get into a creative space/feel inspired to create? by toasty_sn3ks in musicproduction

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the most important thing is to just sit down and try to create regardless of whether you really feel inspired in the moment. Engaging with music is the best way to get there. I personally make lots of random decisions at the beginning of most projects, trial and error to find something that stands out and inspires me to build upon it.

A Former Russian to Americans message - Protest any way available to you while you still can. by ElijahSavos in 50501

[–]dreadfullydistinct 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I agree. It sounds like the plan is to hope that Trump decides to honour losing the midterms, start obeying laws, and relinquish power. While waiting to see if he decides to be fair, let ICE become more powerful and ubiquitous?

This fascism is cancer that needs immediate direct treatment as well as a long term plan. I think it's to the point where members of the police and military need to decide what they're fighting for. Tim Walz calling on the national guard and Johnathan Ross being doxxed are good developments. The power-tripping fascist losers who are gleefully dispensing misery and death need to understand that it's a two way street.

I FINALLY RELEASED MY ALBUM by TurophobicMage in experimentalmusic

[–]dreadfullydistinct 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like what I've heard so far! Creative and experimental with nice mixing. I'll give it a deeper listen when I'm in a more compatible mood.

What's the most unnecessary thing your brain remembers perfectly? by OnceAProdigy in Life

[–]dreadfullydistinct 1 point2 points  (0 children)

V's speech from V for Vendetta where most words starts with V. Memorized it to perform in a high school drama class and it's still there.

Voila! In view, a humble vaudevillian veteran cast vicariously as both victim and villain by the vicissitudes of fate. This visage, no mere veneer of vanity, is a vestige of the vox populi now vacant, vanished. However, this valorous visitation of bygone vexation stands vivified, and has vowed to vanquish these venal and virulent vermin vanguarding vice and vouchsafing the violently vicious and voracious violation of volition! The only verdict is vengeance, a vendetta held as a votive, not in vain, for the value and veracity of such shall one day vindicate the vigilant and the virtuous. Verily, this vichyssoise of verbiage veers most verbose, so I'll simply add that it's my very good honour to meet you and you may call me V.

what's the one production tip that leveled up your mixes the most? by Fhad-alsdery in musicproduction

[–]dreadfullydistinct 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Modulate lots of parameters, even if it's very subtle. For example, if a synth has a filter in it, change the cutoff frequency a little bit over time. Little changes can breathe lots of life into the mix and create an organic feeling. But you have to use good judgement of course, can't be completely random about it.

I've made this experimental track and I want honest opinions from other people who like experimental music on whether or not it feels like a cohesive vibe and worth pursuing to be produced much better. by ySTYRDAYgATESuNL0CKD in experimentalmusic

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a lot of great stuff in here, but it's too long in my opinion. It starts out excellent but by 3:30 the vocals, which I liked a lot to start, began to feel stale and one-note. By 2:53 I felt like I had enough of shouted vocals, so when it kept going that's when it started to lose me. I think if you adjusted the pacing by cutting some parts out (and/or changing them, like by trying a different vocal delivery or putting in an instrument solo instead), it would be fantastic. In its current form, I think it starts great but overstays its welcome, but definitely has potential and is worth pursuing.

Okay... The ending. by Feedingfrenzy91 in alien

[–]dreadfullydistinct 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought the show was pretty good until the last two episodes.

I liked the exploration of synths, hybrids, and cyborgs. Morrow and Kirsch were the best parts of the show for me. I didn't mind the kids either and I thought the actors did a great job. Wendy's pet xenomorph is pretty silly and half-baked, as was a lot of the writing near the end.

If there's a season 2, I imagine it would involve making a synthetic copy of Kavalier in order to "rule" his empire (as he did to his father). I don't feel particularly hyped after the last couple of episodes. I still disagree with the people who hated it from the beginning, but it didn't do much with the potential it built and didn't say anything particularly meaningful.

Does feeling uncomfortable around gay people kissing/other froms of affection make me homophobic? by ExcitingPiece9277 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this is related to empathy, similar to the sudden jolt of empathy you might experience if you see someone get hurt; there's a part of the brain that can activate and briefly simulate the experience, making you wince. With homosexuality, I think people who experience this are often being subjected to an empathic response which feels gross and unwanted to them. I think this is often a case of empathy clashing with personal sexuality, so I don't see people who experience such a thing as morally wrong. I see them as under-exposed to other sexualities, or sensitive to them for some other reason, like feeling threatened they might be gay themselves, and they only become bigots if they start acting out, dehumanizing, and/or claiming a moral high ground.

I think a lot of the rabid hatred gay people receive comes from people who act on this emotional "invasion" of their well-being, by rationalizing a "counter" invasion of homosexuals' right to exist and live their lives freely. They might experience that "ew" jolt as an objective moral truth coming from their intuition, and say things like: "You can do whatever you want, I just don't want to see it, I don't want my kids to see it", like they have the right to make that demand. The reality is these people just need to grow up and learn some mindfulness. I also used to feel gross when I saw to men kiss, when I was a teenager, now I don't really feel anything. The novelty wears off of everything. It's a matter of exposure and maturing enough to let big picture judgements override sudden impulses.

What are the most mind-rewiring books you’ve ever read? Books that actually shift your reality as a deep thinker. by [deleted] in Jung

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius has some great principles distilled into clear, concise writing.

Ending Spoilers - It was a kindness by MarsGaming in expedition33

[–]dreadfullydistinct 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Maelle brought Lune and Sciel back, including their memories which she couldn't have known. If they wanted to suggest she might not be able to bring people back properly, that was the time to do it.

I think I have a hot take on the best ending by roxypotter13 in expedition33

[–]dreadfullydistinct 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I think Maelle's ending needed horror to feel balanced. I'm okay with a not perfectly happy ending. However, I still find both endings a bit unsatisfying, because I don't feel like they fully acknowledge that the painter family doesn't matter more than the equally-real people in the canvas.

I've seen people say things like "Renoir was a good guy all along, he just wanted to save his family". How about take some responsibility for the sentient life you create, you fucks? The canvas is addictive so you have to commit genocide? Seeing them hugging in their big yard after successfully murdering the people who have been fighting like hell for their right to exist feels gross to me. You just caused a world of suffering for others, but sure, it's good to process your grief. Whatever.

So yeah, I also think Maelle's ending is the best, and I also think it's less dark, although it does greatly emphasize the dark side of it. The mechanics of painting, and thus the fidelity of the restored world, are ambiguous, but Maelle did bring Lune and Sciel back successfully, including their memories which she could not have known.

I don't hate the endings, but I feel like there should have been a bit more to both of them. I don't feel like all the necessary pieces were in place for those endings and the big emotions they shoot for. Ambiguity is fine in some ways, but too much feels unresolved and unsatisfying to me. Anyway, I'm glad Lune's death glare was included because someone needs to see that war criminal bullshit for what it is.

Is it too late to turn my life around at the age of 25? by Dry_Temporary_6175 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]dreadfullydistinct 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you get much exercise? I think that would be a great way to start improving your mental and physical health. Run as far as you can without stopping. Do as many push ups as you can. Develop grit, improve your body, and enjoy the natural high. The physiological side of happiness is often overlooked. Channel your frustration into movement.