Elephant (2003)

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Queer Horror, Gay Horror, Lgbt Horror, Film Reviews, Queer, Tv & Film, Gay, Film History, Lgbt

4.7 • 931 Ratings

🗓️ 17 May 2023

⏱️ 115 minutes

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Just in time for its 20th Cannes anniversary, we're talking about gay director Gus Van Sant's Elephant (2003) which takes a fictional docuseries approach to the Columbine massacre. C/W for anyone involved in a (school) shooting. Expect a lot of talk about the film's technical elements: the long takes, the dispassionate violence, the use of non-professional actors in a real school, and the lack of a conventional beginning/middle/end. Plus: nuanced queer inclusion, debate about Gus Van Sant's "message", praise for Ebert's review, and Trace's thoughts on Michael Moore's Bowling for Columbine. References: > Roger Ebert. "Review: Elephant." Roger Ebert.com > Matthew Millheiser. "Elephant DVD Review." DVD Talk > Nathaniel R. "HBO’s LGBT History: Elephant." The Film Experience Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Letterboxd, Facebook, or join the Facebook Group to get in touch with other listeners > Trace: @tracedthurman > Joe: @bstolemyremote Be sure to support the boys on Patreon! Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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