Jane Schoenbrun Wants to Get Under Your Skin
The director of 'I Saw the TV Glow' opens up about their ascent through the indie scene and navigating Hollywood as a trans filmmaker.
Hi, I'm Lyvie.
I'm an entertainment writer with an unquenchable love for minority stories. The bulk of my work examines the relationship between those stories and 'genre genres' like action, science-fiction and fantasy. I'm happiest when consuming media that centers women of color, critiquing the ongoing state of the entertainment industry, or discussing my current roster of celebrity crushes.
You can find me at Inverse, /Film, TV Guide and more - but I'm available for film reviews, reported features, and interviews.
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