Ilana Glazer and Miranda July: Authentically Representing the Overlooked Stages of Women’s Lives
May 31, 2024
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Ilana Glazer discusses her new film 'Babes' focusing on pregnancy and motherhood, while Miranda July talks about her novel 'All Fours' covering perimenopause and traumatic childbirth. They highlight the importance of representing overlooked stages of women's lives and discuss the lack of discussion on these topics in mainstream media.
'Babes' authentically portrays pregnancy and motherhood, addressing a gap in representation.
'All Fours' opens dialogue on perimenopause and sexual freedom, shedding light on overlooked women's experiences.
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Description of the Movie
The podcast episode discusses a movie centered around two best friends, Dawn and Eden, at different life stages. While Dawn has a family, Eden, a free spirit, decides to keep a baby after getting pregnant, testing their friendship. The narrative involves hilarity, complexity, and emotional depth as their relationship evolves throughout the film.
Exploring Unspoken Topics
The conversation delves into the novel 'All Force,' exploring taboo subjects like perimenopause, childbirth trauma, and sexual freedom. The author, Miranda July, highlights society's reluctance to discuss these issues openly and aims to provide a platform for women's experiences that are often overlooked.
The Symbolism of 'Parker' and 'Driver'
Miranda July introduces the concept of 'parker' and 'driver,' categorizing individuals based on their approach to enjoyment. 'Parkers' require challenging tasks for recognition, while 'drivers' are more laid-back and find joy in simple pleasures. This distinction prompts introspection on personal inclinations towards fun and accomplishment.
Jon Stewart and Ilana Glazer chat about Glazer’s new film, ‘Babes,’ which provides a much-needed and accurate portrayal of pregnancy and motherhood. And filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist Miranda July discusses with Desi Lydic how the topics covered in her new novel, “All Fours,” like perimenopause, traumatic childbirth, and female sexual freedom, often go undiscussed.