Metropolis
June 10, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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Metropolis is a classic German film by Fritz Lang made in 1927, depicting life in 2026. This film is considered well ahead of it’s time, much like 1984 was considered to be. Many modern interprations are credited to Metropolis in the ideology of the human being turning bionic. We can see in Christina Aguilera’s new [...]
Lady Gaga Alejandro Symbols
June 9, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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Sex, Religion, Death, War, Politics. What more popular archetypes to dig deep into the psychology of humanity. Designed for controversy, these subjects have been a part of life and life’s taboo’s since the beginning of civilization. Designed for sales. Lady Gaga knows how to sell and parallels Madonna in many ways throughout by taking risks [...]
Happy Spring
April 6, 2010 by Symbolic Living
Filed under Articles and Commentaries, Inspiration and Wellness
This Easter weekend I had the opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and go for a nature walk with friends. Many of the flowers haven’t bloomed yet, but some are starting. This is the first time, in a long time, I’ve really appreciated the power of Spring. For years, Autumn has been my favorite time of [...]
Telephone
March 12, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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In Lady Gaga symbolic style the new video, Telephone, directed by Jonas Akerlund is full of symbolism, but may be better hidden than in other videos except for the most obvious. Telephone picks up where Paparazzi left off and features Beyoncé. Some of the symbolism is obvious and parallels earlier video’s. The most obvious symbol [...]
Soul in Music. Projecting art from the Soul.
March 10, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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Lady Gaga is the most current big sensation in the music scene as we all know. In circumstances of comparison in the mainstream music industry of today and the past number of years, one could say “Finally. Thank God. Someone truly artistic is finally here.” This interview with Lady Gaga, part of her day being [...]
Icon Ritual
January 11, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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“She’s got the power to heal you. Never fear.” Trying to find a way to save Tommy’s parent enter him into a religious cult that worships Marilyn Monroe. An interesting ritual procession dedicated to the icon with a popular cast gives this rock-opera musical a special place in the memories of the 70′s. Tina Turner, [...]
Clash of the Titans
January 3, 2010 by Symbolic Living
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Clash of the Titans the remake, updated version is sure to please film-goer’s love of action and interest in Greek Mythology, Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and War. The plot: The mortal son of the god Zeus embarks on a perilous journey to stop the underworld and its minions from spreading their evil to Earth as well [...]
Avatar Review
December 19, 2009 by Symbolic Living
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Here is a glimpse of the movie Avatar directed by James Cameron. Warning: This preview may be a spoiler. This film is exceptional in both visual 3D imagery and it’s depiction of the power of spirituality and connection to the earth. James Cameron has created a masterpiece that pulls at the heart strings and delivers [...]
Egyptian Gods Haute Couture
December 17, 2009 by Symbolic Living
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Christian Dior’s Haute Couture show, designs by John Galliano. Egyptian Gods and Goddesses adorn the walkway with spectacular fashion. The visual artistry of Ancient Myth and History brought to the modern era with exquisite designs. Isis, Anubis, Tut, Hathor, and many more in headgear, masks, scarab earings, and broaches, animal prints, mummies… The collection looks [...]
Inspired Revelations in Art
December 8, 2009 by Symbolic Living
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By Chaldean Shaper Art is a path to mastery. It is a discipline whereby one trains his intuition and proves his mastery over form. To make art requires a sort of psychic strength. When one has once experienced inspiration, one will thereafter be reliant on it, seeking it as the means to create a meaningful [...]





