Jane Leach

The Rewatch Rewind

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After 20 years of tracking the movies I watch, I'm reflecting on my top 40 most frequent rewatches, partly focusing on the way I view them through an aromantic/asexual lens. Cover art by Sophie Lesher

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Jane Leach

Episodes

#25 The Lion King (1994) 18.05.2023 14:01

The first movie I truly fell in love with. Transcript on Tumblr

#26 Mamma Mia! (2008) 11.05.2023 15:24

On dysfunction, hilarity, and ABBA songs. Transcript on Tumblr

#27 Adam's Rib (1949) 04.05.2023 14:31

On one couple writing for another couple, one actress supporting another actress, and everyone's responsibility to challenge harmful social norms. Transcript on Tumblr

#28 Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) 27.04.2023 14:49

Thoughts on this wacky old movie that makes fun of society and its expectations in a surprisingly ace-affirming way. Transcript on Tumblr

#29 Father Goose (1964) 20.04.2023 14:48

This movie allowed Cary Grant to play himself, features Leslie Caron giving one of my favorite comedic performances of all time, and vaguely encourages the validation of trans children. Transcript on Tumblr

#30 Monkey Business (1952) 13.04.2023 12:34

On underappreciated comedic talent, deromanticizing the concept of youth, and still loving things despite their problematic elements. Transcript on Tumblr

#31 Stage Door (1937) 06.04.2023 17:00

On witty ensemble banter, sexual content in the days of production codes, mental health struggles, and Old Hollywood trivia/tea. Content warning: discussion of depression and suicide from 10:32 to 13:55 Transcript on Tumblr

#32 Newsies (1992) - with Rosemary Leach! 23.03.2023 46:27

My sister and I struggle to articulate what it is about this strange movie that has prompted us to keep rewatching it. Transcript on Tumblr

#33 Holiday (1938) 16.03.2023 16:27

On fake crushes, questioning social norms, staying true to yourself, and seeing people for who they are. Transcript on Tumblr

#34 The Sound of Music (1965) - with Christina Ailor! 09.03.2023 1:18:33

My friend Christina joins me to discuss a few of our favorite things (and a couple things that are not our favorites) about this classic. Transcript on Tumblr

#35 Chicago (2002) 02.03.2023 13:11

On imaginary musical numbers, contrived sexuality, and an unjust justice system. Transcript on Tumblr

#36 Frozen (2013) 23.02.2023 17:23

For the first time in forever, a movie appeared with a character I could truly relate to, and a message I was desperate to hear. Transcript on Tumblr

#37 The Princess Bride (1987) 16.02.2023 11:25

How to tell a love story without being amatonormative. Transcript on Tumblr

#38 Legally Blonde (2001) 09.02.2023 12:30

On misjudging people and movies, prioritizing friendship over romance, and exceptions that undermine the message Transcript on Tumblr

#39 The Emperor's New Groove (2000) 02.02.2023 12:21

On leaning into plot holes, coming of age without romance, true stories, and potato salad. Transcript on Tumblr

#40 Mary Poppins (1964) 25.01.2023 15:33

Welcome to the beginning of the countdown! Featuring musings about my 9th grade homework playlist, DVD special features, good platonic relationship representation, the Oscars, and more. Transcript on Tumblr

Introduction and Disclaimers 25.01.2023 8:33

In which I attempt to explain the purpose of this project Transcript on Tumblr