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Aug 17, 2024 1 hr 11 min

Delbert Mann's 'Marty' (1955)

from Her Head in Films Hosted by Caitlin

In this episode, I talk about Delbert Mann's precious 1955 film, "Marty." It tells the story of Marty, a 34-year-old butcher who has struggled all his life to find love. One night, he meets Clara, a woman who can relate to his loneliness. This is a film about the pain of invisibility and the power of connection. It's about what it means to finally feel seen after a lifetime of rejection. This is a deeply personal episode for me, but it's one that I hope reaches anyone who might need to hear it and to be reminded that they are not alone. The audio quality is the best I could provide right now. Apologies if it is not up-to-par for some. I did my best. You can follow me on Instagram, Letterboxd, and Tumblr. My email is [email protected].

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