It’s finally time to discuss what might be the most lovably hated movie franchise ever: THE TWILIGHT SAGA. In this episode, which covers the first three films in the series, topics of discussion include: the chaotic aesthetics of the late 2000s, chosen one narratives, cultural appropriation, the false allures of choice feminism, and why 12-year-old Marin was a Twilight book purist who rejected these movies altogether. (We also talk at length about the 2010 Robert Pattinson vehicle REMEMBER ME, so if you don’t want to know about its baffling plot twist, avoid 39:44 to 46:21).
Special thanks to Lindsey for providing this episode’s Juvenalia Encore!
Secondary texts referenced:
Adventureland (2009) dir. Greg Mottola
Remember Me (2010) dir. Allen Coulter
Good Will Hunting (1997) dir. Gus Van Sant
“No, feminism is not about choice” by Meagan Tyler (published in The Conversation)
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