Kier-La Janisse

Kier-La Janisse is a writer, publisher, and acquisitions executive for Severin Films. She's probably best known for her groundbreaking book, "House of Psychotic Women."

Books Lindsay Pugh

'House of Psychotic Women' Turns Ten

When I started formally studying film in college, I hated the academic writing I was forced to produce. It felt devoid of personality and far removed from the deeply personal experience of watching movies. I didn't understand why, in order to be taken seriously, film critics had to
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Interview Lindsay Pugh

Interview with Kier-La Janisse About Her New Book 'Cockfight'

If you know me IRL, you're probably aware that I have pretty bad insomnia that I've only recently gotten under control (with the help of Purple Urkle and a relocation to the Midwest). When I can't sleep, I usually either a) try to work
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