GIRLS TOWN: A Look Back at the Classic Indie Film with Jim McKay on SOUNDS with Tom Needham
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This episode of the SOUNDS podcast features an exciting conversation with independent director Jim McKay, known not only for his groundbreaking 1996 indie film “Girls Town,” but also for directing acclaimed television episodes of “The Wire,” “Treme,” “Better Call Saul,” “Big Love,” “Criminal Intent,” and “Mr. Robot.”
Jim joins us to discuss the newly restored 4K release of “Girls Town,” a gritty and powerful classic that explores the lives of three teenage girls navigating the harsh realities of patriarchal violence while finding solidarity, strength, and empowerment in their friendship. With its bold, improvisational style and an unforgettable soundtrack featuring Queen Latifah, Salt-N-Pepa and PJ Harvey, the film remains as impactful and relevant today as it was when it premiered at Sundance nearly 30 years ago.
Join us as we dive into the making of “Girls Town,” the indie film scene of the 1990s, and Jim’s artistic journey across film and television.
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