Filmmaker Jane Schoenbrun took over Sundance & made a profound impact on queer audiences
I Saw The TV Glow, was that film this year and since its premiere and subsequent festival run, its buzz has become a roar. The horror film follows two teenagers in the 90s, Maddy (Brigette Lundy-Paine) and Owen (Justice Smith) who bond over a Buffy The Vampire Slayer-esque television show, The Pink Opaque.
As they get deeper into the show, their reality versus the plot of the show begins to collide. Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.Schoenbrun’s feature, which was released in theaters in May, has connected deeply to its trans and queer audience.
They wrote the film about the “egg crack,” a moment in which a trans person realizes they are trans for the first time, which for many has created visceral, emotional responses.
Speaking to Elle, Schoenbrun said they’ve had audience members tell them seeing the film was their “egg crack” moment. Much like Maddy and Owen, who find comfort and by proxy aspects of themselves in The Pink Opaque, many LGBTQ people have also figured out their identities through portrayals in the media.The A24 backed project has allowed for Schoenbrun to be able to reach a larger audience and be able to fully envision their gorgeous, queer worlds.