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Interview ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

Interview with Valeria Villegas Lindvall, Scholar and Writer

The bio that Valeria sent me will give you more context than my pathetic Internet searches, so here it is in full: Valeria Villegas Lindvall is a Doctoral candidate in Film Studies at University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Her research aims to bring a feminist focus to the understanding of the
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Recommendations ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

Holiday Distractions 🎄

Unlike Halloween, which I love dearly, Christmas has always depressed me. Nothing makes me feel more alone than sitting in a room full of relatives and being constantly reminded of my outcast status. This year is going to be different, though. The pandemic provides the perfect excuse for me to
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Interview ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

Interview with Amanda Reyes, Author and Film Historian

You might know Amanda Reyes from her wonderful podcast, "Made for TV Mayhem" or her 2017 book, "Are You In The House Alone?: A TV Movie Compendium 1964-1999." She exudes an infectious passion for her work, making me once again jealous that some people have jobs
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Film ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Atlantics' (2019) by Mati Diop

Vibe: I had a hard time writing an opening line for this section. Everything I came up with made me sound like a teen stoner. The gist of those failed sentiments is that with the ocean as a constant backdrop, "Atlantics" takes on a beautiful, rhythmic energy --
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Film ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Bull' (2019) by Annie Silverstein

Vibe: I put off watching this movie for at least a month because I suspected it would depress the hell out of me. When I finally finished it last night, my feelings were immediately confirmed. Although the two are completely different, I would liken the stress of watching "Bull&
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TV ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Gilmore Girls' Season 5, Episode 3: Written in the Stars

Directing and writing credits: "Written in the Stars" is directed by Kenny Ortega, written by Amy Sherman-Palladino. Ortega is an old pro in the "GG" universe and has directed the following previous episodes: "They Shoot Gilmores, Don't They?" - Without a doubt,
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Last-Minute Gifts for Cinephiles

First, let me begin by admitting how much I hate the holidays. They're never as good as movies (or social media) want us to believe. Instead of making my heart feel happy and light, Christmas cheer weighs it down with existential dread. If you already feel like an
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Film ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' (2019) by Céline Sciamma

Vibe: "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" is tender and heartbreaking. If you want to fuck yourself up and then spend an hour crying in the street, go see this movie! Adèle Haenel and Noémie Merlant might have the best onscreen chemistry of all time. Much of the
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TV ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Gilmore Girls' Season 5, Episode 2: A Messenger, Nothing More

Directing and writing credits: "A Messenger, Nothing More" is written and directed by Daniel Palladino. In standard DP fashion, this episode is chock full of townie hijinks. Stars Hollow's jour de fête is the Cider Mill Parade, complete with children dressed like apples and a creepy
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TV ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Gilmore Girls' Season 5, Episode 1: Say Goodbye to Daisy Miller

Directing and writing credits: In somewhat standard fashion, ASP writes and directs the S5 premiere. The pilot and Palladino-less S7 opener are the only exceptions to the norm. While I understand it, I totally resent her for leading us deeper into a third take of Rory and Dean's
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Documentary ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

'Anbessa' (2019) by Mo Scarpelli

Vibe: "Anbessa" made me remember what it's like to be 10 years old: still imaginative and innocent but teetering on the edge of more sophisticated awareness. Pace is slow and plot is nebulous, but the emotional arc is clear. In order to enjoy it, you need
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Interview ⸱ Lindsay Pugh

Interview with Isa Mazzei, Author of 'Camgirl' (2019)

Isa Mazzei's new memoir, "Camgirl" (2019) is one that you won't quickly forget. I first became familiar with Mazzei after "Cam" (2018), her movie with Daniel Goldhaber, began streaming on Netflix. It's a psychological horror film about Alice (Madeline Brewer)
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