That may be why the MPDGay exists...because the other side of the coin is emancipation-through-dick, basically. The charisma and heat of a wildman melting the ice. The trope is full of I-love-you-I-hate-you and against-your-will-but-ultimately-good-for-you. Though they do ultimately achieve their own understanding of…

While Duckie is not desirable to the female lead, he does have a transformative quality. He teaches Andie that it's ok to just be yourself. Yes, I know - pure cheese- but it was the 80s, what do you want? But yes, he still does have his own arc, so fails MPDG criteria.

I'd argue that he doesn't get the girl, and that…

Women in movies probably DO NOT poop. It's NOT SEXY so it DOESN'T HAPPEN.

(You're welcome.)

Thanks for the ad hominem moment, pleasantly laced with misogyny.

Back to the point under discussion.

Make your case. How is George Michael different from Cera's other characters?

Definitely. Seems more common a type.

Why is 'written or directed by a woman' necessary? I think Duckie from Pretty in Pink is the perfect Pixie Boy. Him or Black Francis.

George Michael:
*Passive
*Frequently embarrassed
*Sexually interested, but largely sexless
*Should get the girl, because he's a 'nice guy'

Michael Cera's other characters:
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Michael Cera has more than one character?

Juno, maybe. Otherwise, no - he's a lead character who is quirky but is ultimately trying to find his own way — rather than just being a prop in some female lead's journey.

I propose instead a slight spin on the trope. One that is super easy to spot. MFDB. Manic Fabulous Dream Boy. The men in the movies who are fun,…

SNL animated gifs in comments above are benny-hill-level mugging and scenery chewing. He wore it well, but she doesn't!

I guess I'm just late to the conversation — this article does not at all explain the issue. What is the emergency manager's precise role? What's he done so far? What is the problem Shabazz and others have with this? Anyone?

I suppose that's part of my point (or, my worry) — that regulations and guidelines are created that are a mismatch with the realities in the field - time, money, and cultural constraints. I mean, can you change a fucked up police culture re: response to rape by releasing guidelines? I'm not sure what it takes; I…

It's inauthentic, then? Or the actual practice - what people are doing - is different entirely? Just curious. Sorry, I do find the rest of what you said interesting, but...I am not spiritual. Do not believe in 'energy'.

How about making it mandatory that rape kits are actually processed? Seems that isn't a law. Seems like something that should be seen to — supporting those who have chosen to prosecute — before the other.

I'm not saying the guidelines aren't important. But this other thing is an elephant in the room.

Hm...are you saying that the popular definition is entirely incorrect? Or that there's just more to it than that?

When we appropriate Eastern practices, we tend to strip them of the spirituality in favor of any practical, concrete benefits they may also contain. Ala yoga. And this is not entirely out of keeping with…

I hadn't. Love :34. Reminiscent of my favorite Bowie look. (Still watching now). Oh, yes! Lovely/

Oh my. That is a very good point.

Wonderful list. So well-described. As appetizing as one of those menus loaded with mouthwatering adjectives. Young Adam, Julia, and '...Kevin' are what's calling to me. As well as Moonrise, which I'd completely forgotten about until now.

Thank you! There's nothing better than enthusiasms shared.

I think if you're with him as a sex thing, this is like entry-level (ha) criteria. I mean, this is a staple, right?

If you're thinking maybe long term - it sounds like he doesn't enjoy it. If he didn't flat out give you a ballsy ('we're just not that serious'), that's maybe something that could be worked on, depending…