April 17, 2025 2:15 pm

Todd Solondz Says He Doesn't "Look for Divisiveness" with His Films
Todd Solondz Says He Doesn't "Look for Divisiveness" with His Films

Todd Solondz Says He Doesn’t “Look for Divisiveness” with His Films

Filmmaker Todd Solondz and some of his fans don’t see his films the way that most people do — as cruel, hopeless, or even immoral. People see a potentially controversial film like Happiness and might miss the way Solondz meticulously explores taboos, loneliness, and the universal human need for connection. Solondz truly cares about his characters, and has a very personal connection to his films. From his perspective, the films aren’t polarizing. Speaking to MovieWeb for the 20th anniversary of his great film Palindromes, Solondz explained:

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​Todd Solondz, the great director of ‘Palindromes’ and ‘Happiness,’ opens up about how the reception of his films differs from his intentions. Read More