K-12 (2019)

K-12 (2019)

Author: Pod People Productions May 13, 2021 Duration: 1:59:38

"Your body is imperfectly perfect. Everyone wants what the other one's working."

TW/CW: Bullying, disordered eating, and sexual assault. If you have to skip this week, we understand, and we love you.

In the second installment for MAY-usical month, we're looking at the music movie written, directed, produced, starring, and designed by Melanie Martinez, K-12. BJ helps break down the events of childhood trauma discussed through song in the film, and Harmony does double duty with emotional labor by bravely sharing a story that she's never discussed publicly and how it relates to the context of the film.

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Articles Discussed

Melanie Martinez's K-12 Is a Spellbinding Film About Breaking Free from Society https://io9.gizmodo.com/melanie-martinezs-k-12-is-a-spellbinding-film-about-bre-1842275375?fbclid=IwAR11Awaw3QRUB_COVuRlNr94o8m2FpJ-7FGmKm4Ho0Syd-QlFsNekFjSFrg

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Theme Song: The Sonder Bombs 'Title': https://thesonderbombs.bandcamp.com/


Every week, This Ends at Prom digs into a single film to explore how stories about teenage girls shape our understanding of womanhood itself. Hosts BJ and Harmony Colangelo, a married couple, bring their distinct queer and feminist perspectives-one cisgender, one transgender-to these conversations, creating a unique and essential dialogue. They’re less interested in simple nostalgia and more focused on the lasting cultural impact of these movies, asking what they truly say about power, identity, and survival. You’ll hear thoughtful analysis that celebrates the genre while also critically examining its flaws and hidden depths. This isn't just a film review show; it's a deep dive into the artifacts of our youth and how they continue to define us. Produced by Pod People Productions, the podcast finds profound resonance in the hallways, bedrooms, and climactic prom scenes of cinema, revealing why these specific stories stick with us long after the credits roll. Each episode feels like a compelling chat between friends who are unafraid to challenge each other and the material, making for listening that is as insightful as it is engaging. Tune in for a fresh take on the films you thought you knew.
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