In this episode, Taylor and Barry dive into the haunting plot of Personal Shopper. They analyze the journey of Maureen, a personal shopper in Paris who is also a medium, as she attempts to contact her deceased twin brother. Join them as they unravel the eerie and suspenseful narrative, exploring the film’s themes of grief, identity, and the supernatural, while discussing the twists and turns that make this movie an awesome psychological thriller. As always, watch out for spoilers.
A note from Barry
I've always believed the best part of a movie isn't the ending—it's the discussion afterwards.
Every week I read theories that are completely different from my own, and that's my favourite part of running This Is Barry.
If you have your own interpretation—or you're simply curious to see how others understood the movie, I'd love to have you join the conversation.
Barry is a technologist who helps start-ups build successful products. His love for movies and production has led him to write his well-received film explanation and analysis articles to help everyone appreciate the films better. He’s regularly available for a chat conversation on his website and consults on storyboarding from time to time.
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