Once upon a time two childhood neighbors made movies together in the backyard until one of them had to move away. Twenty years later, they are shocked to discover that they share a queer identity and a need for a roommate as they pursue their movie-making dreams in Los Angeles. What's that? You're not shocked that two gay people left home for Hollywood? Well, WE are and WE have a lot to catch up on when it comes to movies and our lives. We'd love for you to join us, even if you think we're a cliche because, hey, that's entertainment and this is Queer Cinema Catchup!
Send in your thoughts and suggestions to queercinemacatchup@gmail.com and visit us at https://www.queercinemacatchup.com/.
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Once upon a time two childhood neighbors made movies together in the backyard until one of them had to move away. Twenty years later, they are shocked to discover that they share a queer identity and a need for a roommate as they pursue their movie-making dreams in Los Angeles. What's that? You're not shocked that two gay people left home for Hollywood? Well, WE are and WE have a lot to catch up on when it comes to movies and our lives. We'd love for you to join us, even if you think we're a cliche because, hey, that's entertainment and this is Queer Cinema Catchup!
Send in your thoughts and suggestions to queercinemacatchup@gmail.com and visit us at https://www.queercinemacatchup.com/.
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This episode of Queer Cinema Catchup is a double feature! Joe and Allison discuss the films 'Mysterious Skin' and 'Thirteen.' . Their discussion includes a comparative analysis of the two films; reflections on their own teenage experiences; and the cultural impact of adolescent-focused narratives in cinema. Please be aware this episode covers topics like abuse and drug use, which may be triggering.
00:14 Double Feature: Mysterious Skin and Thirteen
00:33 Trigger Warning
01:53 Quick Recap: Thirteen
04:34 Quick Recap: Mysterious Skin
05:28 Personal Reactions and Reflections
07:08 Themes of Influence and Vulnerability in Thirteen
09:33 Exploring Parental Dynamics
10:43 Psychological Impact of Abuse in Mysterious Skin
20:39 Queer Representation and Personal Connections
24:47 Middle School Memories and Snowball at Skate King
27:43 Snowball Memory and Conflicted Feelings
33:09 Representation of Youth in Film, TV, and Culture
42:36 Queerness in Coming-of-Age Stories
46:19 Chicken Soup for the Soul and Final Thoughts
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