I got Magnolia on the brain!! Just saw it, and as you well know, it seeped into my last post! There are days when I’m blue, and so I pretend I am in a singing in a similar« Wise up » montage particular to my situation. Staring blankly before me while singing will be what I need to power through something...And then I get back to my ok self.
“But that’s just one interpretation. My older, somewhat wiser self now wonders if the line “so just give up” might mean something more self-compassionate: an option to stop fighting so hard. “Giving up” equating to giving oneself a break.”
I love this thoughtful re-interpretation of her lyrics that comes from wisdom and a well-worn life, and I agree.
This is one of Bryan’s top movies - you two will have loads to unpack should we ever meet in person!
Well, my wife's sister (and brother-in-law; named Brian) live in Seattle, so it's certainly a possibility! I would love to chat with Bryan about Magnolia, but more than that I want to see your garden!
Also - I am not sure how to find your email in the Substack universe to discuss collaborating on a future piece. Here's mine, if you wanna shoot me a message: ambidextwords@gmail.com
Yeah, she’s so good. I didn’t realize she was one of the moms in Pen15 and just rewatched several scenes with her in the series. She needs to be cast in more films and shows.
This soundtrack came out while I was in college and I would listen to it on repeat while pulling all nighters finishing art projects. Between her and Jon Brion, the soundtrack game of this era was strong. Thanks for the memory (and the slight PTSD from those late night projects, lol.)
Yes, retelling those sleepless all-night projects can summon PTSD, or what I like to call ‘acid-flashbacks.’ Yes, 1999 was I think one of the best years for the arts. Music, film, tv, etc. It’s amazing how many of my favorite albums come from that year.
How did you know that I listened to Save Me 🎵 on repeat this week? Was there something about “Somebody Somewhere” pondering that led to this song humming in my brain?
I should have added you as a spiritual co-author! Okay, I just symbolically did. I do think there are many parallels between the show and Mann’s music. Maybe one of her songs will be in season 3. I just read that Aimee Mann was supposed to open for Steely Dan on the latest tour and was dropped right before it started. She was so bummed because Steely Dan is one of her favorite bands. I hope she turns those feelings into a kick-ass new album.
"Spiritual Co-Author" has a nice ring to it. Maybe it can be a Substack product enhancement we suggest for By-Lines - Give the option for pronouns and roles. I didn't know about this tidbit with Steely Dan. That makes me mad and sad for her. But yes, good fuel for creative ingenuity. She will make herself proud and we will all enjoy the fruits of that.
I got Magnolia on the brain!! Just saw it, and as you well know, it seeped into my last post! There are days when I’m blue, and so I pretend I am in a singing in a similar« Wise up » montage particular to my situation. Staring blankly before me while singing will be what I need to power through something...And then I get back to my ok self.
Mmmmmmm love this one, steve!
“But that’s just one interpretation. My older, somewhat wiser self now wonders if the line “so just give up” might mean something more self-compassionate: an option to stop fighting so hard. “Giving up” equating to giving oneself a break.”
I love this thoughtful re-interpretation of her lyrics that comes from wisdom and a well-worn life, and I agree.
This is one of Bryan’s top movies - you two will have loads to unpack should we ever meet in person!
Well, my wife's sister (and brother-in-law; named Brian) live in Seattle, so it's certainly a possibility! I would love to chat with Bryan about Magnolia, but more than that I want to see your garden!
Also - I am not sure how to find your email in the Substack universe to discuss collaborating on a future piece. Here's mine, if you wanna shoot me a message: ambidextwords@gmail.com
Great piece; I had forgotten how incredible Melora Walters is in Magnolia.
Yeah, she’s so good. I didn’t realize she was one of the moms in Pen15 and just rewatched several scenes with her in the series. She needs to be cast in more films and shows.
This soundtrack came out while I was in college and I would listen to it on repeat while pulling all nighters finishing art projects. Between her and Jon Brion, the soundtrack game of this era was strong. Thanks for the memory (and the slight PTSD from those late night projects, lol.)
Yes, retelling those sleepless all-night projects can summon PTSD, or what I like to call ‘acid-flashbacks.’ Yes, 1999 was I think one of the best years for the arts. Music, film, tv, etc. It’s amazing how many of my favorite albums come from that year.
How did you know that I listened to Save Me 🎵 on repeat this week? Was there something about “Somebody Somewhere” pondering that led to this song humming in my brain?
I should have added you as a spiritual co-author! Okay, I just symbolically did. I do think there are many parallels between the show and Mann’s music. Maybe one of her songs will be in season 3. I just read that Aimee Mann was supposed to open for Steely Dan on the latest tour and was dropped right before it started. She was so bummed because Steely Dan is one of her favorite bands. I hope she turns those feelings into a kick-ass new album.
"Spiritual Co-Author" has a nice ring to it. Maybe it can be a Substack product enhancement we suggest for By-Lines - Give the option for pronouns and roles. I didn't know about this tidbit with Steely Dan. That makes me mad and sad for her. But yes, good fuel for creative ingenuity. She will make herself proud and we will all enjoy the fruits of that.