Neil Gaiman, ‘Babygirl’ and the Ethics of Social Liberalism
The tortured quest for a morality both liberated and safe.
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Women’s claims of sexual abuse must be heard – unless they’re about master storyteller Neil Gaiman, apparently | Marina Hyde
It’s easy to process allegations against textbook scumbags like Harvey Weinstein. When it is beloved authors and ‘allies’, less so. Draw near, allies, for these are dark days for “kink-shaming”. At ...The Guardian - 12h -
Neil Gaiman denies sexual assault allegations: 'I don't accept there was any abuse'
Neil Gaiman, the bestselling fantasy author, denies sexual abuse allegations made by eight women in an explosive New York Magazine article.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
British author Neil Gaiman denies ever engaging in non-consensual sex as more accusers come forward
Best-selling British author Neil Gaiman has released a statement denying he has ever engaged in non-consensual sex after a magazine published allegations from several women, accusing him of sexual ...ABC News - 2d -
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The singer-songwriter posted a statement on Instagram after multiple women accused the author of sexual misconduct in a New York Magazine article this week. Neil Gaiman’s ex-partner Amanda Palmer ...The Guardian - 1d -
Are the Intense Scenes in ‘Nosferatu’ and ‘Babygirl’ Supposed to Be Funny?
Are the most intense scenes in “Nosferatu,” “Anora” and “Babygirl” supposed to be funny? If not, why are people cracking up?The New York Times - 2d -
Author Neil Gaiman faces more sexual assault allegations
The Sandman and American Gods author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story.BBC News - 3d -
Women Really Want to Talk After Seeing ‘Babygirl’
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More fizzle than pop: the limits of Nicole Kidman’s erotic drama Babygirl
Despite bold scenes for mainstream American cinema, the sexy dom/sub age-gap film can’t quite figure out what it’s saying about desire. Arguably the most transgressive scene in Babygirl , A24’s ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
'Babygirl' filmmaker Halina Reijn had no problem directing steamy sex scenes
Halina Reijn didn't have to research how to direct sex scenes in 'Babygirl,' having acted in her share of them. But it helps to have a plan, she says.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1
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