Blank Check with Griffin & David Twin Peaks: The Return (Episodes 14-18) with Jane Schoenbrun
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Dec 22, 2024 
Filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun, known for "I Saw the TV Glow," joins the conversation to dissect the enigmatic conclusion of Twin Peaks: The Return. They delve into trauma's unending nature and the emotional complexities of characters like Sarah Palmer and Richard Horne. The discussion also highlights the unique storytelling style of David Lynch, the bittersweet nostalgia tied to the series, and how revisiting it as adults unveils new interpretations. Expect humor and heartfelt reflections as they navigate the chaotic, surreal world of Twin Peaks.
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Jane and Wicked
- Jane Schoenbrun hasn't seen Wicked and wants to go.
- All her friends have refused to join her, so she will go alone.
Twin Peaks: The Return as a Highlight
- Jane Schoenbrun considers Twin Peaks: The Return a highlight of her adult life, pre-transition.
- She had recurring dreams about Twin Peaks returning.
Blue Velvet's Mystique
- Jane Schoenbrun's parents considered Blue Velvet one of the worst movies one could see.
- This made the movie hold a mystique for her, and she began watching Twin Peaks in middle school.
