Wicked, Perez, Brutalist Oscar Nominees

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Wicked, Perez, Brutalism: My Oscar Nominee Deep Dive (and why I almost lost it)

Okay, so, Oscars. Right? Everyone's obsessed. This year, though? I got really into the architectural styles of the sets used in some of the nominated films. Sounds weird, I know. But hear me out. I’m obsessed with architecture and film. It's a total rabbit hole.

I started noticing the brutalist influence in a bunch of the sets – seriously, it's everywhere. Think concrete, geometric shapes, and a general aesthetic of, well, brutalism. I'm talking harsh lines, imposing structures...you know the vibe. I even started to wonder about what the production designers were thinking, and how they landed on these styles. It started innocently enough with Everything Everywhere All At Once. But then I saw it in other films and realized this brutalist architecture trend in film might be a thing.

<h3>Brutalism on the Big Screen: A Surprisingly Stylish Trend</h3>

My initial obsession focused on Everything Everywhere All At Once. The laundromat scenes? Pure brutalist vibes. The harsh lighting, the imposing concrete structures... it was breathtaking. I mean, it wasn't pretty in the traditional sense, but it was visually stunning and added so much to the film's overall atmosphere. It totally reflected the chaotic energy of the movie. Then I discovered that other films also seemed to be using the same aesthetic.

I started researching the production design choices, digging deep into interviews and articles. I even found some fascinating academic papers on the use of brutalist architecture in cinema. You wouldn't believe the level of detail some of these production designers go into. It's impressive! Then I made a huge mistake...

<h3>My Epic Fail (and how I recovered)</h3>

I thought I was so smart. I decided to write a blog post about this, totally unscheduled. Like, a totally random, off-the-cuff thing. I didn't do any keyword research, no outline, no nada. I just started typing, fueled by caffeine and a crazy idea. I published it. Then it bombed. Like, crickets. Zilch. Zero views. It was brutal (pun intended).

I was crushed. Seriously, I felt like I'd wasted my time. Then I realized my mistake. SEO is important. I needed to do some keyword research, and I needed to properly plan my content. I needed to target specific search terms, like "brutalism in film," "Oscar-nominated sets," and even "architectural styles in Everything Everywhere All at Once." I also needed to make sure I was writing with an SEO-focused approach.

<h3>Second Time's the Charm (with Keywords!)</h3>

So, I went back to the drawing board. This time, I researched relevant keywords. I also outlined my post, making sure it flowed logically and included all the information I wanted to share. I even looked into the specific architectural influences used in the films and mentioned the production designers by name. (Important for SEO and giving credit where credit is due!)

I focused on making the post engaging and informative. This time, I included plenty of images and even embedded videos where possible, to make it super interesting for the readers. The combination of stunning visuals and interesting information helped boost the engagement. Plus, I really focused on my narrative, using my personal journey and experience as a framework to engage the audience.

I learned my lesson: SEO isn't just about stuffing keywords into your text. It's about providing valuable content that people actually want to read. And of course, the right use of images and video can make all the difference!

<h3>Beyond Brutalism: Exploring Other Architectural Trends in Oscar-Nominated Films</h3>

While brutalism was my initial focus, I've since expanded my research. I’m now looking at other architectural styles featured in the Oscar-nominated films. There's so much to discover! And to think of all those production designers and their creativity. It’s crazy. It's inspiring.

This whole experience taught me that even if something seems niche, there is a way to approach it from an SEO perspective. You just have to be willing to put in the time and effort. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go binge-watch all the Oscar-nominated films again... this time with my architectural sketchbook in hand. Wish me luck!