808: Lez-ssentials Drive-Away Dolls

Nov 25, 2024

Join the hosts as they dive into the chaotic queer comedy of 'Drive-Away Dolls,' unpacking its humor and mixed chemistry between leads. They explore the nuances of LGBTQ+ representation in media and share funny road trip anecdotes filled with self-discovery. The conversation also touches on memorable cinematic moments, from awkward kisses to playful discussions about dildos. With a dash of nostalgia and personal stories, the hosts create a lively atmosphere, celebrating queer narratives and culture.

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ANECDOTE

Opening Scene

The movie starts with Pedro Pascal's character in an old-timey noir scene.
He gets murdered ridiculously in an alley with a corkscrew.

INSIGHT

Lesbian Culture Portrayal

Drive-Away Dolls accurately portrays lesbian culture but also objectifies it.
Jamie's outfits feel authentic, but the sex scene is overly graphic and male gaze-y.

ANECDOTE

Club Scene Contrast

Jamie's club scene embodies the Shane archetype from The L Word.
Marion, in contrast, is buttoned-up and uncomfortable displaying herself.

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Welcome back to Lez Hang Out, the podcast that is a little bit obsessed with Beanie Feldstein.

This week, Leigh (@lshfoster) and Ellie (@elliebrigida) talk about the 2024 dark buddy comedy Drive-Away Dolls for this Lez-ssentials episode, a recurring segment on the essential movies and TV shows in the lesbian canon.

Drive-Away Dolls is a chaotic queer romp set in 1999. The plot follows Jamie and Marian, two lesbian besties who could not be more different from one another, as they take a road trip to Tallahassee while being pursued by some very inefficient goons. Coen brothers movies are known for a flavor of dark humor and a level of absurdity that can be polarizing, and this one is no exception. While Leigh (and her wife) found Drive-Away Dolls hilarious, Ellie won’t be rewatching anytime soon. If you’re hoping to find a new ship to stay up late reading about on Ao3, you’ll probably be disappointed. Although the level of lesbian shenanigans is off the charts from Jamie’s L Word vibe to the sheer number of dildos on screen at any given time, the sexual chemistry between the leads is not believable. While we can’t quite root for Jamie and Marian as a couple, we still found the movie enjoyable as an outlandishly gay comedy.

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