October 10, 2024

Revisiting Jennifer's Body | LGBTQ+ Movie Review | Ep 20

1 hour 2 minutes

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Links & Resources Mentioned ⬇️

Queer Horror Anthology "It Came From The Closet": https://bookshop.org/a/81838/9781952177798

American Psycho: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDzCvaVAHws&t=2781s

Antz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sL8l0xe7oAg&t=5s

Twister/Twisters Double Feature: https://leftoftheprojector.com/episode/twister-1996-and-twisters-2024-with-closeted-history-and-schizophrenic-reads

📕 TABLE OF CONTENTS 📕

00:00 Introduction

02:22: Discussion on Jennifer's Body IMDb film description

05:04: Analysis of soundtrack relevance to film

06:41: Marketing and reception of Jennifer's Body

10:51: Misogyny in marketing and production

15:46: Analysis of character dynamics

19:00: Issues with Movie Writing

20:02: Influence of Misogyny in Hollywood

21:31: Real-Life Influence Behind the Movie

24:24: Sacrifices for Fame and Success

26:31: Patriarchy and Gender Roles in the Movie

31:00: Critique of Capitalism and Exploitation of Tragedy

35:42: Problematic portrayals in older movies

37:21: Chris Pratt's cameo and thoughts on Adam Brody

38:11: Adam Brody's influence on indie culture

40:42: Reflections on MySpace and early internet culture

44:53: Where are the Adults?

45:02: Conversation about queer coding in the film

52:56: Misinterpretation of Characters' Suffering

54:29: Emotional connection between Jennifer and Needy

59:01: Personal reviews and ratings of the movie

01:00: Upcoming interview and final thoughts on Jennifer's Body

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