Episode 167: The Virgin Suicides
Beyond the Screenplay
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The Party Scene and Themes of Unknowability
They discuss the party scene in 'The Virgin Suicides' that leads to Cecilia's suicide, focusing on the objectification and lack of connection among the characters. They analyze how the scene thematically connects to Cecilia's feelings of not being known and used. Additionally, they explore the significance of the different locations chosen by the girls for ending their lives and discuss the parents' disconnect with their children.
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