Big Small Talk SMALL TALK: How Do Hollywood Movies Influence Our Politics? With Allison Williams
Jul 16, 2025
Allison Williams, renowned for her roles in HBO's GIRLS and the terrifying GET OUT, joins the conversation to dissect Hollywood's political impact. She reflects on how GIRLS broke ground in storytelling and what its premise would look like today. The dialogue dives deep into the cultural resonance of GET OUT and the complexities of race discussions. Finally, they explore the political undercurrents in MEGAN 2.0, focusing on artificial intelligence's role in contemporary society. It's a thought-provoking blend of pop culture and pertinent socio-political issues!
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Marnie's Karaoke Scene Anecdote
- Allison Williams shares a memorable scene from Girls where her character Marnie disrupts a party with an awkward karaoke performance.
- This scene serves as a cautionary tale reflecting certain entitlement behaviors in a comedic but relatable way.
Intentional Political Messaging in Work
- Allison Williams chooses projects that align with her personal beliefs and messages she supports.
- Projects like Girls, Get Out, and Megan reflect political and social themes that influence viewers' perspectives.
Get Out's Political Impact Grows
- Get Out gained more political charge because of the socio-political climate during its release.
- The film introduced new language like the "sunken place" to help articulate the Black experience in America.