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Brooches, Bangs, & Deranged Auntie Energy in Weapons (2025)

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Freaky witch month continues! Smear some red lipstick and snap some twigs because we're worshipping at the altar of Gladys, Amy Madigan's instantly iconic nightmare auntie in Weapons (2025). Costume designer Trish Summerville outfits her like a 1970s thrift witch in oversized tinted glasses, plastic baubles, and the kind of chaotic color-clashing that can give you anxiety (in a good way). We unpack her intense microbangs and ritual props, praise her brooch game, and discuss why she deserves a prequel. Then, we get into conspiracy theories about her Madonna Inn-print carpet bag! We also discuss Marie's visit to the Showgirls Museum in Vegas. Tune in now!

Notes:

Marie's recent costume design stories:

https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a68000616/showgirls-30th-anniversary-tribute-costume-design-interview/

https://www.thezoereport.com/culture/almost-famous-25-year-anniversary 

https://coveteur.com/wednesday-season-2-costumes 

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