Author Archives: Theresa Basile

Novels, Fiction & SillinessDan and Matt and A Woman Friend

I’ve mentioned recently that I have been collaborating on a web series with my friend from work and his best friend. The series premiere is Sunday, October 6th and we will show one episode a week! But I know many of … Continue reading

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Blog PostsWhy TV Needs More Female Characters Like the Women of “Breaking Bad”

So I just devoured Breaking Bad in the last few weeks, and while I wait for my brain to piece itself back together after the events of the latest episode “Ozymandias” (OMG, LMNOP, WTF, !!!!!), I’m going to talk about the … Continue reading

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Reviews“Will Work For” Shines an Uncomfortable Spotlight on Unemployment

There are few art forms that are as risky and brave as the one-person show. Dacyl Acevedo’s Will Work For, a soloNOVA ARTS production, is brave not only for its format, but for its subject matter. Written and performed by … Continue reading

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Articles“Touchy Feely” Explores the Link Between Physical and Emotional Contact

[This article was originally posted at Bitch Flicks.] A free-spirited massage therapist develops a powerful aversion to touch, alienating herself from her clients, her boyfriend, and even her own body. Meanwhile, her straitlaced, reserved brother develops an almost miraculous ability … Continue reading

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Blog PostsThis is Not a Post About Miley Cyrus

Remember that time I didn’t write a post about Fifty Shades of Grey, and that other time I didn’t write a post about Kristen Stewart? Well, now I’m not writing a post about Miley Cyrus. Last weekend at the MTV … Continue reading

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Blog PostsCollaborating with Men

What’s your personal history with feminism? I’ve been a feminist for as long as I can remember, even before I knew what the word meant. My personal brand of feminism has developed and changed over time, and it hasn’t been … Continue reading

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ReviewsA Review of Haberdasher Theatre’s “The Wonderful Remix of Oz”

Once upon a time, a little over a year ago, an independent theatre company by the name of Haberdasher put on a production of The Wizard of Oz that captured the spirit of the original story while sneaking in plenty … Continue reading

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Blog PostsSummer Blogcation

Hi everyone, I’m taking a few weeks off from updating my website. And by “a few weeks,” I really mean “about a month.” Expect new content by Tuesday, September 3. Over the next few weeks, I’m on vacation, volunteering, and … Continue reading

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Articles‘Girl Most Likely’ to Not Meet Expectations

[This article was originally posted at Bitch Flicks.] There’s a certain risk involved in being excited for a film. High expectations often lead to disappointment, especially when anticipating the film for two years. Such was the case with me and Girl … Continue reading

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Blog PostsHow the “Friends” Writers Dropped the Ball on Ross Geller

Last week, Shakesville reposted an article that Ana Mardoll wrote back in September called “Why I Dislike Ross Geller.” The article is my second-favorite thing that Ana Mardoll has written (my favorite is his analysis of The Little Mermaid, which … Continue reading

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