The article highlights various cultural events, focusing on the film D.E.B.S., which, despite being a box office failure, has gained a cult following for its queer themes and playful aesthetic. Additionally, it features live music concerts celebrating Bloc Party's 20th anniversary and Zola Jesus's unique solo acoustic performance. The film Pink Narcissus is also mentioned as a vibrant, idealistic representation of queer romance, showcasing vibrant visuals and deep emotional resonance that continue to appeal to modern audiences.
Back in '05, Roger Ebert wrote, "At some point during the pitch meetings for D.E.B.S. someone must certainly have used the words Charlie's Lesbians," as if that's supposed to be a bad thing.
Imagine early-aughts greats Meagan Good, Devon Aoki, and Jordana Brewster wearing cute plaid skirts—you tell me what could be better.
This show is a must for fans of moody pop angels like Lorde and Ethel Cain.
Watching James Bidgood's 1971 queer arthouse classic Pink Narcissus is like opening up a gaudy pop-up valentine—it's an explosion of candy colors, glitter, and idealized romance.
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