86. Palpable tension and shocking twists in Passing by Nella Larsen

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When we first released our episode on Passing by Nella Larsen in June of 2020, we were already professing our excitement for the new movie starring Tessa Thompson and Ruth Nega. This month, the film is finally releasing on Netflix. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We can’t wait to watch and see how the palpable tension and twisty tone translate to the screen. This episode contains spoilers, but we give you ample warning so feel free to listen before or after watching.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our discussion includes:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;"> Gatsby connections galore, and an argument for replacing Gatsby with Passing [16:35]</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;"> Intersectionality and Irene’s struggle with loyalty across race, gender, and class lines [27:56]</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style= "font-weight: 400;"> Who should pick this up? [32:15]</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Plus, as always, we’re recommending six contemporary books to pair with our classic,  including a literary thriller and one of this summer’s buzziest books.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For more bonus episodes, nerdy classes, and extra book talk,  join our</span> <strong>Classics Club</strong><span style= "font-weight: 400;">:</span> <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/novelpairings"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">patreon.com/novelpairings.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p> <p><strong>Connect with us</strong><span style= "font-weight: 400;">  on</span> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/novelpairingspod/"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">or</span> <a href= "https://twitter.com/NovelPairings"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Twitter</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">.</span> <strong>Subscribe</s