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Em Marinelli is integrating Therapy, Writing, and Pop Culture for Holistic Healing and Expression.
This week, Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford welcomes psychotherapist, professor and writer Emily (Em) Marinelli. Marinelli is the author of the new book Comfort Sequels: The Psychology of Movie Sequels from the 80s and 90s. In it, they use their personal favorite movie sequels as anchor points to tell stories of their childhood and explore trauma healing through film.
Comfort Sequels examines the psychology behind what makes certain movie sequels memorable, safe, predictable, and comforting. These sequels are more of the universe we love—exploring something new while maintaining that which is familiar. Marinelli interprets characters, story arcs, and major themes in a unique voice from a unique perspective while sharing fun and random behind-the-scenes facts about each film.
More About Em Marinelli
Emily (Em) Marinelli is a genderqueer, queer femme Virgo, psychotherapist, professor and writer. Originally from Oklahoma, they now split time between California and Vermont. Their essays have appeared in The Blue Rose magazine, Film Obsessive, and TV Obsessive and they host the Twin Peaks Tattoo Podcast. They are most likely cuddling with their rescue pup Radish and watching Grease 2 at this very moment.
For more information about Marinelli, visit emsmarinelli.com. Follow Em on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn too.
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Emily (Em) Marinelli (They/Them) is a genderqueer, queer femme Virgo who blends their roles as a psychotherapist, professor, and writer. Originally from Oklahoma, Em now divides their time between California and Vermont.
Em's debut memoir, Comfort Sequels: The Psychology of Movie Sequels from the 80s and 90s, which weaves together pop culture, psychology, and personal stories, is coming out in September 2024. When not working or writing, Em is likely cuddling with their rescue pup Radish and watching Grease 2.
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