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The Life of a Showgirl: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

The Life of a Showgirl: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

Update: 2025-10-09
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In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison return to one of their favorite topics -- Taylor Swift -- to review her newest album 'The Life of a Showgirl.' They share their initial reactions; explore the album's perhaps overlooked lyrical depth; and contextualize Swift’s artistry within her broader career.


00:47  Previous Queer Cinema Catchup Music Reviews

01:06   'The Life of a Showgirl' Album Intro

01:41  Personal Listening Experiences

01:55  Analyzing Taylor Swift's Lyrics and Themes

03:34  Online Reactions and Personal Reflections

08:31  Unboxing Showgirl Merchandise

10:30  Track-by-Track Album Review

16:25 : 'The Life of a Showgirl' Should be Considered First

20:05 'The Fate of Ophelia'

31:08 'Elizabeth Taylor'

38:24 'Opalite'

45:27 'Father Figure'

57:25   'Eldest Daughter'

01:01:04  'Ruin the Friendship'

01:07:11  'Actually Romantic': The Gayest Song on the Album?

01:10:06  'Wishlist'

01:14:13  'Wood'

01:15:51  'Cancelled!'

01:23:34  'Honey'

01:30:28  Final Thoughts and Reflections



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The Life of a Showgirl: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

The Life of a Showgirl: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review