not returning my gender any time soon but jeeze sometimes it really sucks being a woman. patriarchy is poisonous to our collective humanity, and verhoeven sees why.

realized that I return to Boogie Nights more than the Scorsese films its inspired by bc unlike "Goodfellas" its last act is not a righteous punishment

despite their flaws and mistakes, the characters aren't "evil". each is shown love, dignity and ultimately forgiveness

theres something comforting in how the film acknowledges that even people who care about you can hurt you, and that family requires both forgiveness and the ability to say no

their love for each other in spite of everything is what allows this ensemble of rejects to find a home. a beautiful conclusion to an often painful story.

michael mann depicts the state of being cool like malick films religious enlightenment

everyone should watch this at least once. youre doing yourself a disservice by not seeking it out.