Jane Schoenbrun's 'I Saw The TV Glow' Explores Identity Through 90s TV Obsession

The director's semi-autobiographical film delves into the complexities of gender and self-discovery against a backdrop of nostalgic television.

'I Saw The TV Glow' follows two teens whose lives are intertwined with a fictional TV show, The Pink Opaque.
The film is set in the 90s and reflects Schoenbrun's own experiences with television as a means of escape and self-exploration.
Schoenbrun's work examines the thin line between healthy and unhealthy obsession with media.
The film has been compared to 'Donnie Darko' for its cult classic status and surreal narrative style.
Schoenbrun discusses the personal nature of the film and its connection to their own gender transition.