Hello my Lovelies,
Ever since the news of Jem and the Holograms becoming a live action movie, my brain has allowed all of the loose ends from the 80's cartoon to bubble back up to the surface. I've been writing Jem fan-fiction since 1995 (don't judge me), and have hailed the animation for encouraging a part of my love for fashion. So the writers will need to uphold a few high standards in order to make this film, not only successful, but true to it's original fan base..
1. FASHION - Not only was Jem the trendsetter of the cartoon world, but that bitch was never caught dead in the same outfit (granted her Classic performance garb) twice. Don't get it twisted. If fashion isn't a major part of this film -- and I'm not talking Hipster boho "trendiness" -- then you've already got a HUGE wound before you even make it to post.
2. Muti-Cultural Representation (i.e. We are the world, and all that shit) - Casting is UBER important for this movie. Not so much for every character, but for the Holograms especially. Looking over the lovely ladies cast for Jem and her Hologram band mates, I was feeling a bit let down by casting's choices. Now I'm sure these gals are phenomenal actresses, but I have to say I was hoping for a darker-skinned, kinky-haired Shana. Unless Perrineau wears a wig and literally dons 'black face', I'm not quite sure how she can pull of Shana's look. You've cast a 16 year old with no acting experience. Would it have killed you to try a littler harder on this one?
3. Bad Romance - And for those of us that are the hardest-of-the-core fans, we were left reeling in agony for years as the issue of Rio being a cheater was never addressed. As willing as Jerrica in Jem's clothing may have been, if you're looking through Rio's eyes, he's banging the planet's #1 pop star and leaving his homely girl behind! Were Jerrica and Rio broken up officially? Is he still considered a good guy?? This issue must be put to rest.. for the fans' heart's sake!!!
Ever since the news of Jem and the Holograms becoming a live action movie, my brain has allowed all of the loose ends from the 80's cartoon to bubble back up to the surface. I've been writing Jem fan-fiction since 1995 (don't judge me), and have hailed the animation for encouraging a part of my love for fashion. So the writers will need to uphold a few high standards in order to make this film, not only successful, but true to it's original fan base..
1. FASHION - Not only was Jem the trendsetter of the cartoon world, but that bitch was never caught dead in the same outfit (granted her Classic performance garb) twice. Don't get it twisted. If fashion isn't a major part of this film -- and I'm not talking Hipster boho "trendiness" -- then you've already got a HUGE wound before you even make it to post.
2. Muti-Cultural Representation (i.e. We are the world, and all that shit) - Casting is UBER important for this movie. Not so much for every character, but for the Holograms especially. Looking over the lovely ladies cast for Jem and her Hologram band mates, I was feeling a bit let down by casting's choices. Now I'm sure these gals are phenomenal actresses, but I have to say I was hoping for a darker-skinned, kinky-haired Shana. Unless Perrineau wears a wig and literally dons 'black face', I'm not quite sure how she can pull of Shana's look. You've cast a 16 year old with no acting experience. Would it have killed you to try a littler harder on this one?
3. Bad Romance - And for those of us that are the hardest-of-the-core fans, we were left reeling in agony for years as the issue of Rio being a cheater was never addressed. As willing as Jerrica in Jem's clothing may have been, if you're looking through Rio's eyes, he's banging the planet's #1 pop star and leaving his homely girl behind! Were Jerrica and Rio broken up officially? Is he still considered a good guy?? This issue must be put to rest.. for the fans' heart's sake!!!
3-A. Multi-timing Romances:
But not only that, Jem turns around and totally plays Rio by hanging with other guys! Not to mention, one of them being the lead of their rival band, The Stingers:
3-B. Love triangle much?: And it's not like Rio and Riot are doing all the chasing.. Apparently there's a lot of unrequited loves happening on this show. Here's a quick guide on the triad, or quadruped, er... cinco-- I dunno what the fuck to call it..
4. Kimber & Stormer Duo:
Is it just me, or did Stormer kinda have the hots for Kimber? There's that scene where Stormer's in bed longingly looking at a photo of her and Kimber together. Was there an underlining relationship that wasn't shown to it's pre-pubescent audience?
5. Lastly, let's not forget Jem's Psychotic break in Midsummer Night's Madness where she becomes tired of being Jerrica and Jem, then creates a complete third personality named Jamie. And Rio gets the hots for her as well! Srsly bro..?
Anyhoo, aside from all my ramblings, I'm really looking forward to this life action movie. I've seriously been waiting my entire life for this to happen. So glad I won't be feeling too old to finally enjoy it! Congrats to those who were able to get their fan art on the jem tumblr!
Love Always~
Pammy <3
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