TURN ME ON, DAMMIT!

I can't remember the last time I liked a new movie as much as I liked Turn Me On, Dammit!

The film centers around Alma, a sexually frustrated teenage girl played by Helene Bergsholm, who might just be a long lost Fanning sister.   What's so perfect about this story is not only that it brings to light the amazing fact that teenage girls think about sex, but that it addresses how complex their relationship with sex is.  I think this subject matter is typically portrayed in a black & white sort of way - animal instinct vs. pure romance, and completely skates over what I believe the typical experience is.  Plus, it's overall a very pretty movie (Norway - you are gorgeous) with a great sense of humor. 

Here is the trailer:

And here are some cool posters:

OF COURSE the American version is like a million times less risque, but at least it's cute?


My screen caps are behind the cut, even though they're not super spoiler-y.  You never know, though!

minnie casavet

As neither me or Tricia are especially fond of horror movies, we decided to opt for Rosemary's Baby and Carrie for our "scary" movie marathon this past Halloween. It's generally acknowledged that Mia Farrow's wardrobe and haircut in Rosemary's Baby has reached "cult" status, especially for us internet people but we quickly realized who really had it going on - the antagonist (aside from Satan), Minnie Casavet: Fun colored hair - check, avant-garde make-up - big check, tons of fun animal print - check. Basically all the things we loved encompassed in one misunderstood, eccentric character. 

Items from bottom left - Laura Urbinati Mesh Hi-Waist Undi in Leopard, Amika Zebra Tourmaline Curler, Faux fur wrap, L'Wren Scott Embroidered Cardigan, Vanessa Bruno Black Printed Silk Dress, Topshop Leopard Print Tights, Lanvin Wooden Wedge Patent Sandals, Enamel Evil Eye Ring, Pamela Love Bronze Talon Cuff, Kevin Murphy Color.Bug Hair Color, Chanel Powder Blush, NARS Lipstick in Catfight

When in doubt while channeling your inner-Minnie, always add more blush, more curl and more leopard print. Embellished cardigans, silk loungewear, and mysterious items of jewelry are a must. More is more. 

dressing like buster keaton

From about ages 12-16, I really wanted to be a director, which didn't make a whole lot of sense, because telling people what to do is probably my least favorite thing in the universe.  I guess of all the phases to go through at that tender age, having a voracious appetite for classic cinema is probably one of the least destructive, though, so it all worked out.

I've honestly forgotten a lot of what I learned while geeking out over filmmaking in those few years, but my love for Buster Keaton has stayed put. And how could it not?  Expressive faces are kinda my thing (see Emotions With Jon Hamm), and Keaton could show you a world of sadness in a second's glance.  Sure, he was a champ of physical comedy, but for me, his films were always about feelings. Since I don't think anyone wants this blog to turn into an exploration of the caverns of my lonely heart, I decided to focus on another element of what makes Buster Keaton movies so great: the style. Pork pie hats forever!

To tap into your inner silent film star, be prepared to take on a variety of characters (train engineer, detective, and sailor to name a few) and be careful - even the most innocent activity will turn into quite the quagmire that you can only escape by the skin of your teeth!

The Navigator 

A.P.C. Sailor Sweatshirt 

I have this and I love it, but sadly, Saks (where I got it for way cheaper) is all out of them.

Natural Wide Brim Boater at Topshop / H&M Straw Boater/ Helen Kaminski Raffia Boater Hat / Steven Alan Jillian Hat

The Cameraman

Anthropologie Blazer

Organic by John Patrick Boxy Poplin Shirt / Cesca Short Pointelle Socks /  Proenza Schouler Skinny Twill Pant / Awesome Bulldog / Dieppa Restrepo Oxfords

a nous amours

a nous amours (1983)

dir. maurice pialat

 i wasn't able to find any screencaps of the film, so i took some to share! mostly i just wanted to capture my favorite stills and outfits, so i apologize if this doesn't really cover all aspects of the film. 

Heißer Sommer

When my friend Pam recommended Heißer Sommer (Hot Summer) to me, I knew I had to see it immediately. A campy German beach movie from the sixties? Yes, please! Plus, it's available on Netflix Instant, where it is currently rated at 2.6 out of 5 stars! Recommended for fashion inspiration, escapism, and unintentional hilarity.

Don't look back.

One of my favorite scenes from Don't Look Back (D.A. Pennebaker's Bob Dylan documentary) doesn't even feature Dylan himself, rather, a reporter phoning in his review of Bobby's show and he is not too impressed! I can't even imagine what he would have to say if he reviewed a Bob Dylan show these days...

Check out some of my other screen caps from Don't Look Back here.

two parter

(image from fashionista)

way excited to see the newest cover of the gentlewoman, which like everyone else, i am completely smitten with. when i get my hands on the newest issue (i get mine from books a million in case you're looking for a retailer who carries it), i'll be sure to share via photographs my favorite parts.

last night i watched the last days of disco (1980) and am already obsessed with all of alice's (chloe sevigny's characters) outfits and how could i not be? officewear + glitter in every scene. here's a few screencaps of her ensembles from the film: