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chirpsythismorning · 11 months
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Skam show-runner Julie Andem clocking the fuck out of Mike being queer-coded in s1 of Stranger Things, and then using it as inspiration to queer-code Isak in s3 of Skam can be something so epic.
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THIS! THIS is what I'm talking about!
In ST, there are two scenes in s1 (pretty/still pretty) that milkvans use as irrefutable proof that Mike has always had romantic feelings for El, with the primary object in the scene being a mirror.
THIS. MEANS. SOMETHING.
Mirrors in film mean something more often than not, but especially when they are the focus of a scene is when they definitely mean something. And the way they go about it differently in between those two scenes in ST, drastically differently, and considering the subject matter is very very queer coded, is how you really know there is a significance in this case.
And that scene above from Skam proves it.
Because apparently, another filmmaker watched ST, picked up on those odd details surrounding Mike and said shit I'm gonna use that...
Notice how Isak here, a gay teenager who is fully in denial with others and himself, to the point where he makes really homophobic remarks often, gets caught denying a bunch of girls as being attractive in a conversation with his friends. And so now they're questioning him and making him feel on edge bc the focus is on him and his attraction (lack thereof) to girls.
While his friends aren't even implying he is gay in this moment, it's just them genuinely being confused why he doesn't think any of the girls they think are attractive are attractive, you can still see that Isak starts to feel the pressure and so he latches onto the first girl he thinks of, Emma.
Emma just so happens to look like Natalie Portman with her extremely short hair.
Low and behold this very girl enters the room shortly after he says this and so now Isak has to face this and give his friends the impression he is fully interested in this girl, otherwise they would DEFINITELY suspect something is off. And so he goes all out.
He outs himself.
He literally says Don't you look like that boy from Stranger Things, and then follows it up with saying he would only be attracted to her if we're assuming he is attracted to boys, only to quickly backtrack and start to approach her really flirtatiously, then going all out by making out with her.
As this happens, he is kissing her in the bathroom, in front of a mirror...
Now I want to make clear, I am not saying ST was inspired by Skam. I'm pretty sure I did make that clear, it's actually the other way around, which is even more incriminating arguably.
S1 of Stranger Things came out in 2016, whereas s3 of Skam came out the following year in 2017. The hype for ST was so immense, to the point where you had Norwegian teens referencing it in everyday conversation.
The creator of Skam took scenes from ST that framed Mike very peculiarly in s1, and used it as queer-coding for a character that ended up being revealed as gay.
For those that haven't seen Skam Norway... Run. Leap. Drive. Teleport. Do what you have to do and go watch it. It's not available on any streaming, in fact it's only available online through fan-sites outside of where it's based. Conveniently, all 4 seasons with English subs can be found HERE.
Basically this show is amazing and you need to watch it. Some seasons I like more than others. But the gist of it is that every season focuses on a different character from the main group, where they experience some sort of misunderstanding/miscommunication that leads to them being misinformed about certain things, followed by them making mistakes and having doubts, though it tends to end in a way that feels so refreshing compared to what we're used to.
Skam also translates in english to shame, so the idea is that there is an arc surrounding some form of shame every season.
With Isak in particular, he's the focus for s3, though his arc starts to become more clear as early as the end of s1.
Eva, the character in focus for s1, borrows Isak’s phone to call someone, and ends up seeing that there's gay porn in a bunch of his tabs on his browser. Their friend Noora also witnesses this and she ends up being the focus of s2.
Throughout s2, we get even more blatant hints that Isak is gay and in love with his best friend...
So it's established pretty early on throughout the series that Isak is queer and in denial about it, but it isn't until s3 that he himself is able to confront it.
The way they go about this arc, with Isak having unrequited feelings, is exactly how ST would have done it IF Mike hadn't returned Will's feelings.
So if you're looking for more byler proof, go watch this show and see how they don't let Isak pine over his best friend Jonas for more than 2 seasons.
When the story finally puts Isak at the forefront, they give him his own love interest instead of keeping him pining for his friend. It's really pure and amazing and TBH I would have been fine if ST was framed this way, with it being clear from the beginning Isak's feelings were unrequited, and with the other half of the series focusing on him moving on and finding love himself, and also with his best friend and him still being very close.
Although Isak has that queer-coding from the very beginning, with him looking at his friend all fondly, he is still not able to confront any of it. The following season he dates a girl and is a little over the top about it, though we can also see that he is struggling despite not wanting to face it. It isn't until s3 when the story shows us his inner struggle at the forefront, that we see him finally confront it and accept it.
For those that don't know, Skam also loosely inspired the Nick Nelson gay test scene... So we have character that despite showing many signs of being queer, to the point where we know he literally watched gay porn, is still finding himself in a situation where he's taking gay tests 2 years later....
While he might have the knowledge deep down, he was not willing to face it. In fact he was doing everything he could to avoid confronting it.
But then he falls in love and suddenly it's not something he can ignore anymore...
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groenendaelfic · 8 months
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So I finally convinced my mom to give Young Royals a try.
A few minutes ago she calls me, all emotional and asks me how much longer that poor boy will have to suffer.
"Well, it is a drama," I say, "But it's well worth it for its beauty and depth and there are many lovely moments. I promise there will be a happy ending."
"But it's so sad!" she says.
"Well, how far did you get?" I ask, so I know how to best reassure her and also I'd love to talk about some of the scenes, especially the tough ones.
"Well, he and his brother just arrived at the boarding school a few minutes ago and now the choir is about to sing."
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Mom, I love you. Please never change.
In other news, mission make mom2 go on an excursion to ABBA The Museum to conduct some research for The Upgrade: Museum Drift was a complete success.
She took a high school friend who she only recently reconnected with and had a blast, and in turn I got minute by minute updates of them reliving their teenage years during peak ABBA times in more detail than I might have wanted, but I also got all the pics and now have a good idea of how I want Wilmon's date at the museum to look and go like, so yay.
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peacestew · 2 months
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Sometimes when Isak is working, seemingly lost in thought as he sands down one of the new pilasters or cuts two wood pieces to the same length, there’s a sudden change to his movements, a sharp intake of breath, and then he turns around and looks for me. The first time it happens, he is kneeling at the foot of the stairs. He’s been pulling on his unwashed hair all day. There’s wood dust smeared on his forehead where he must have rubbed the skin with the back of his hand, and there’s more of it clinging to the little gilt hairs on his arms. For reasons unknown, he’s only wearing one sock.  He’s so lovely. The moment his gaze finds me, he swallows and the tightness around his mouth softens. He gives me a small smile. It stays on his face as he turns back to his work.
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The final chapter of 62 Degrees North is coming on Sunday, 10th March. We're excited to share it with you! Catch up before the final installment here.
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tommeraasx · 8 months
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Fjor Jutul (Herman Tømmeraas)
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davidluigi · 1 year
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Skam 2x12 - ‘Do you want to move in with me?’
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ghostcat3000 · 8 months
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imminentinertia · 8 months
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It's been five years, but it's never too late to make a post collecting old inspo for a particular fic, is it? Say, a fic one has been thinking a lot about lately. Maybe the inspo was for one fic more, too.
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This wouldn't be a proper inspo post for that universe if it didn't celebrate how good people can look in knit woolen jumpers and how quickly people can develop a fetish for knit woolen jumpers.
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There's also a song that was very inspiring:
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And a song that evokes the atmosphere of that fic:
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littleweirdoss · 11 months
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VENDREDI | 23H36
I really want to kiss you.
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smithsparker · 4 months
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yay for noah and finn understanding anaïs and standing up for her but oh my god not this AGAIN. yes we know hanne & the rest are mad at anaïs. we know she feels guilty. we FUCKING KNOW. and where is bobbie in all this? she now knows that anaïs confessed but besides being shocked in the bathroom she's not doing anything or talking to anaïs? finn & noah are all of us saying that they should talk lmao. also that comment from ada was so ..... girl pls. YOU let HIM go, remember? and if you want him back then you could uhh. tell him? maybe? god i know these are children but theyre soooo infuriating sometimes lmao
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My Young Royals / Wilmon Fics
ao3: bebelinda
WIPs
Honey and Lemon
Prince Wilhelm is already out when he comes to Hillerska. And he won't stop staring at Simon and flirting with him. Simon is wary of the party prince because he has a bad reputation. Will he be able to win Simon over?
More By Design Than Accident
Simon adds Wille to his WhatsApp group chat with Rosh and Ayub by accident, where all he talks about is him. Simon is unaware that Wille can also read those texts. What will happen?
complete, mostly one-shots, might write a follow up if i feel like it
Just You and Me
Simon and Wille find their way back to each other. This is pure fluff.
in the palm of your hand
Wille and Simon already know each other when the bar fight happens and Wille goes to Simon's after he is hurt and Simon tends to his scars. Wille doesn't know he is in love with Simon yet but he is about to find out. What happens when Kristina forces him to transfer to a boarding school then. Will he be able to leave Simon behind?
i can show you
“How did you dream of me?” he asks, his heart in his throat. “I can... show you,” Wille answers with a small smile.
Would Definitely Recommend
Wille is freaking out about his classmate/crush Simon wearing eyeliner and he sends him a couple of texts by accident.
Picture Perfect
Simon is a college student and Sara visits him in Stockholm. She asks a stranger to take a photo of them. Who is this blonde, gorgeous guy who has a beautiful laugh?
Nakna
“I should go.” Simon says. But he doesn't. He has to spend the night with Wille because nobody can pick him up from Hillerska at this hour. It is going to be a long night. How is he going to survive it?
About Damn Time
Wille and Simon became best friends when he came to Hillerska. The thing is they are in love with each other. Everybody knows they are in love except themselves. However, neither of them can't tell the other because they are afraid to ruin their friendship. Until Simon suspects there might be something more.
Lost and Found
Simon gets lost in the palace when he is visiting Drottningholm but he ends up in Prince Wilhelm's room when he was looking for his way out.
made with love
Wille and Simon bake cookies together on a weekend at Hillerska.
Eleven
Wille has the biggest crush on his roommate and Simon overhears their conversation while he is talking to Erik on the phone. Simon can't believe what he is hearing.
Dum
Wille still can't stop thinking about Simon but there is a small problem because Simon moved on. He knows it because Simon is dating someone. Or is he?
We Are Meant To Be
Wille celebrates his 18th birthday at the palace with a big party. He has all his loved ones by his side. His mom, his dad, his best friends, and his boyfriend.
A Pretty Face  (yr & rw&rb)
Wille finds something he wasn't supposed to find.
Simon is Jealous.
and a little bit of chaos but Wille can't stop laughing.
WIPs but not planning to update any time soon.
The Set-Up
Thanks to Felice and Sara's meddling, Simon messages Wille after they see each other for the first time in Felice's birthday.
You can read this on Tumblr, as well.
Sign of Love
Simon misses Wille a lot and he gets a couple of texts from him. He was already waiting for a sign to reach out to him and he now got it. He makes a decision at that moment and leaves his house.
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niccolofares · 2 years
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SKAM ITALIA SEASON 2 | MARTINO RAMETTA
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cylonbarnes · 8 months
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my soul for a vilde season of skam
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alterlove2021 · 9 months
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It’s finally starting! My collaboration with @mazarin01 on our story for this years 2023 Skam Big Bang! Working with her was incredible along with my beta Claire who together made sure this fic would see the light of day!
Here’s a snippet to whet your appetite:
Isak chokes on a dread heavier than anything he’s ever felt before. If only he could see the consequences of his actions, see the various futures spiderweb out from this moment, each a different trajectory, each a different outcome, each just one possibility in an infinite number of universes. If Isak could know, would he run faster? Or maybe stop right there in his tracks and save himself from impending doom. Maybe he wouldn’t have given his heart away to a beautiful boy with a sunbeam smile. Or maybe he had no choice in the matter.
Or perhaps he would choose another path, so that they wouldn’t have found themselves here, standing on this precipice, the smell of ruin in the air.
Read it here
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I Want One 
A SKAM France pet store au by Beulaugh. 
Lucas, Eliott, Daphné, and Basile work at a pet store, and they get a surprise delivery. Rated G. 1k
Written for BeanAwake for the SKAM Secret Santa 2022 collection. Go check out the other fics, and more are on the way!
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