Author Archives: Theresa Basile

ReviewsMinimalism and Dissatisfaction in “Our Town”

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Our Town, Thornton Wilder’s classic about a small American town at the turn of the century, is a play that was first introduced to me to 80s sitcoms and 90s teenage dramas. For some reason, Our Town was the go-to … Continue reading →

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ReviewsTravel and Fantasy in “Tarragona”

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Theresa Basile

“Would you like to fall in love in a foreign country?” Ask this question of an American, and the answer is likely to be an immediate, enthusiastic, “Yes!” Many of Americans feel the slog of humdrum day-to-day lives and 9-5 … Continue reading →

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ArticlesDating Violence and Sexual Abuse in “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Theresa Basile

[This was originally posted at Bitch Flicks.] “We accept the love we think we deserve.” This line is spoken twice in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. First, Charlie (Logan Lerman) asks his teacher, Bill (Paul Rudd), why his friends … Continue reading →

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ReviewsBtVS and Consent Issues: Episode 6.09 – “Smashed”

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Theresa Basile

[Note: I’m writing a series about consent issues in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I will post a new entry in this series every month. In this series, I will look at an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer that deals … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsI Don’t Like Lena Dunham, and You Can’t Make Me

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Theresa Basile

It’s October, and we’re still talking about Lena Dunham. The first season of Girls ended in June and the second season of Girls won’t air until January 2013 (assuming that we all survive the Mayan apocalypse where unfinished calendars will … Continue reading →

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ArticlesWhy I’ve Fallen in Love with “New Girl”

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Theresa Basile

[This was originally posted on Bitch Flicks.] I’m not sure what’s happened, but I have fallen head over heels in love with FOX’s New Girl. I devoured the first season within a week and immediately caught up on the first … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsAt the Movies

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Last Saturday, I saw The Perks of Being a Wallflower. It’s a beautiful movie, filmed with care and respect for all of its characters. Stephen Chbosky did an excellent job adapting his book to the screen, a story of beauty … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsStoneybrook Revisited: BSC Books #25-28, Super Special #2

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Theresa Basile

#25 – Mary Anne and the Search for Tigger This book should really be titled Mary Anne and the Search for a Better Boyfriend. Logan is a total jerk when Mary Anne loses her kitten. When she gets emotional at … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsCh-Ch-Changes

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Theresa Basile

Hello, everyone. I’m back to blogging after a one-week break and I’ve decided to make some changes in my writing schedule. I’ve been writing at this blog for almost two years now, and I love doing it. I love writing, … Continue reading →

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Blog PostsBlog Note

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Theresa Basile

I’m taking the week off, folks. I have deadlines for other projects, I’m adjusting to a new work schedule, and it’s my birthday on Wednesday. I might have time to respond to some week-old comments, but I won’t be writing … Continue reading →

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