Think it has something to do with my inability to properly gauge time, that the time between Halloween and Christmas seems to pass in the blink of an eye. And the feeling of joy that is supposed to come with the Holiday doesn't always take shape right away. More often than not, I need a small jolt from the world to wake me up. This year it came in the shape of a Christmas classic, Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life (1946). Despite it's title, the film is actually a rather somber tale of a man who is about to kill himself on Christmas day out of disappointment and despair, but is interrupted by an Angel who presents him with a view of what things would have been like if he'd never been born. Capra was a true sentimentalist, and many of his films were dubbed Capra-corns. In spite of that, the film has a strangeness and a darkness that people often forget. We all remember the basic plot of redemption, but I think what people forget is the peculiar and dark world it springs from. Capra's triumph is in acknowledging the wild and menacing world we live in, while affirming--in the teary-eyed final reel--his cherished values of friendship and individual achievement. A great premise and message for the Holiday's don't you think?
Below is a short video from the film, 5 minutes and 23 seconds in is when the sweetest scene begin--and where the majority of the posted frames come from. It would help to explain the coconut reference in the inspired finds, and also, you'll get to hear the romantic line... 'George Bailey, I'll love you till the day I die.'
Inspired Finds...♥
Left to Right (From Top): Black and White Dior Bow Headband by Nomsa, Hand Painted Brass Bell by Vintage Avacado, Piña Colada Cupcakes by The Red Deer, Vintage Bell Ornament by Emily Lynch, Lasso me the Moon print by M. Kendall, Blue Bow Fascinator by Talulah Rose, Snowball Cupcakes by The Red Deer, 3 Ceramic Bell Ornaments by Barbdunshee and Jitter Bug Necklance from Adorned by Morgan.
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You're amazing Diana! Thank you so much for letting me babysit... ♥
Hope you're feeling better soon! *besos*
That JitterBug necklace is ADORABLE! Love!
The hair bows are so cute!
I love how Gabbi pulls her posts together...so amazing. The Jitterbug necklace really is adorable.
I hope you feel better Diana! XOXO
Awesome post, Gabbi! Lovely to see you on Diana's blog! :)
gabbi your inspired finds are gorgeous! you're absolutely right, those holiday feelings don't always take shape right away and rarely (for me) as expected.
great post, Gabbi! I've heard so much about this movie, it's about time I actually see it!
xx
I love the idea from the film that we may think other people, or even versions of ourselves who followed a different path, have it better in life, but we don't really know how they feel, what they don't have, etc. Its so easy to take for granted all of the things we should cherish in our lives. Its so easy to feel that we're lacking something. Great pick!
'It's a wonderful life' is my ABSOLUTE favourite movie, ever. :) :)
oh I am loving your blog! And you just hit the nail on the head with this movie....the best Christmas movie of all time. We watch it every Christmas Eve.
Look forward to following!
Best,
Anna
i finally watched this movie a few years ago, and saw what all the fuss was about. it really is a good movie!
Great guest post, Gabbi! Would you believe that I hadn't seen It's a Wonderful Life until last year? I guess I was under a rock for most of my life. You're right, it is a truly remarkable film with a great message. Love your inspired finds, too. They're always a treat to see :)
mmmh <3 that last picture. passion. tis the season
happy holidays Diana, this made me smile :D
I really must watch this one - so iconic and famous and important. This is the perfect post for this holiday time - I will enjoy hunting it down in my video store - thank you! Lovely elegant post as always Gabbi dear!! XX's
That scene with Mary and George on the phone is one of the most romantic scenes in a movie ever! And I love that "Lasso the Moon" print! I may have to hunt it down...
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