Director Jane Schoenbrun discusses suburban decay, creepy kids shows, and new metaphors for the trans experience in the coming of age horror film 'I Saw The TV Glow'. The podcast explores emotional connections with TV characters, rejecting corporate collaborations, and celebrating Mother's Day.
The film 'I Saw the TV Glow' emphasizes expressing personal feelings over clear explanations to capture the essence of experiences like coming to terms with one's identity.
Screens in the film symbolize emotional fulfillment and connection, serving as a portal to a magical world that contrasts with characters' real lives.
Deep dives
Exploring Metaphors and Emotions Through Film
The podcast delves into how the film 'I Saw the TV Glow' explores metaphors by focusing on emotions rather than explanations. The director, Jane Showenbren, emphasizes the importance of expressing personal feelings over providing clear explanations, aiming to capture the essence of experiences like coming to terms with one's identity.
Screen Symbolism and Emotional Connection
The episode discusses the significance of screens within the film, symbolizing a place where characters find emotional fulfillment and connection. The screen in 'I Saw the TV Glow' serves as a portal to a world that offers a sense of magic and belonging, contrasting with the characters' real lives. It reflects how fictional narratives can provide solace and understanding to those who feel disconnected from reality.
Nostalgia, Identity, and Personal Evolution
The podcast explores how the film portrays nostalgia as both magical and constraining, reflecting on the complexities of evolving identities and relationships with the past. 'I Saw the TV Glow' delves into the idea that childhood influences, like beloved TV shows, can shape one's perception of self and reality, ultimately leading to a deeper exploration of personal growth amidst nostalgic reflections.
Brittany sits down with Jane Schoenbrun, the director of A24's coming of age horror film, I Saw The TV Glow. Brittany and Jane discuss suburban decay, delightfully creepy kids shows, and new metaphors for the trans experience.