{"id":431671,"date":"2019-09-24T21:02:01","date_gmt":"2019-09-24T21:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=431671"},"modified":"2019-09-24T21:02:01","modified_gmt":"2019-09-24T21:02:01","slug":"screaming-headlines-shrieking-stereotypes-in-i-used-to-be-normal-a-boyband-fangirl-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/screaming-headlines-shrieking-stereotypes-in-i-used-to-be-normal-a-boyband-fangirl-story_431671.html","title":{"rendered":"SCREAMING HEADLINES + SHRIEKING STEREOTYPES IN \u2018I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"
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I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY \/\/ TRICOAST ENTERTAINMENT<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\u2018I USED TO BE NORMAL\u2019 – a documentary that gives fangirls the moment to shine.<\/div>\n

Los Angeles, CA – Sep 24, 2019 –<\/strong> “The film offers a critical celebration, a nostalgic chance to look back at your younger self in a mirror, seen through kind but discerning adult eyes,” wrote The Mary Sue<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Directed by five-time nominated Australian director, Jessica Leski (The Ball<\/em>), I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY<\/em> is a fascinating new documentary explores the phenomenon of fangirldom. Watch it today on digital platforms, including Amazon: https:\/\/amzn.to\/2kOeY0o<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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“I USED TO BE NORMAL<\/em> does great work at getting behind the screaming headlines and shrieking stereotypes to the emotional and psychological realities of women’s experiences. In their desire for shirtless men in rain-soaked music videos, these fangirls resisted and are resisting the constraints that society has placed on teen girls since time began,” continued The Mary Sue.<\/p>\n

From Over Here Productions, I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY<\/em> is a documentary exploring the joys, innocence and awkwardness of being a teenager and fangirl. Following four women filmed over the course of four years, I USED TO BE NORMAL <\/em>spans three generations of pop culture – The Beatles, The Backstreet Boys, Take That, and One Direction.<\/p>\n

We follow four fangirls:<\/p>\n

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  1. Elif<\/strong>, a 16-year-old from Long Island, NY, USA in love with One Direction<\/li>\n
  2. Dara<\/strong>, a 33-year-old Take That enthusiast from Sydney, Australia<\/li>\n
  3. Sadia<\/strong>, a 25-year-old Backstreet Boys devotee from San Francisco, CA, USA<\/li>\n
  4. Susan<\/strong>, a 64-year-old lifelong Beatles fan from Melbourne, Australia\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    “It’s easy to see that I USED TO BE NORMAL<\/em> is a labor of love. Director Jessica Leski is a self-described fangirl, which is apparent in how lovingly she frames her subjects. She treats each woman as legitimate music fans, which is how it should be,” wrote The Simple Cinephile<\/a>. <\/p>\n

    Each woman captures the dedication, creativity and influence of a fangirl, whatever the era. I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY<\/em> uncover women who must navigate the challenges of relationships, family, sexuality, and faith, while constantly grappling with all the problems and contradictions that are part of being in love with a boyband. Stitched together with archival footage of interviews and boyband performances, the documentary also contains cute, animated segments regarding each fangirls’ personal fantasy with the group or group members.<\/p>\n

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    As an eye-opening and non-judgmental coming-of-age film that can be enjoyed by audiences both young and old, I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY<\/em> forces the viewers to ask themselves: Who cares about being normal when it’s so much more fun to be yourself?<\/em><\/p>\n

    “This documentary is fun, touching, and thought-provoking. And it pulls at the heartstrings. Anyone who’s ever been a fangirl and anyone interested in fangirl culture will likely enjoy this and may even relate to it,” concluded The Simple Cinephile.<\/p>\n

    I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL STORY<\/em> is now streaming on various digital streaming platforms (Amazon, InDemand, DirecTV, AT&T, FlixFling, Vudu, FANDANGO, Sling\/Dish).<\/p>\n

    Watch the trailer here: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UohDkGW0uKE&feature=youtu.be<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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    I USED TO BE NORMAL: A BOYBAND FANGIRL<\/strong> (2018, 96 min.) Directed by: Jessica Leski.<\/p>\n

    Producers: Rita Walsh, Jessica Leski. Editor: Johanna Scott. Cinematography: Jason Joseffer, Simon Koloadin, Eric Laplante, Cesar Salmeron. Music: Jed Palmer. Australia, English. Over Here Productions, TriCoast Entertainment. <\/p>\n

    PRODUCTION COMPANIES<\/strong>: Over Here Productions.<\/p>\n

    About TriCoast Entertainment: <\/strong><\/p>\n

    TriCoast Entertainment is a premium Domestic Distributor, representing the best of US and international films: in theaters, on VOD, on DVD and TV. Sister company to TriCoast Worldwide and TriCoast Studios, the company is located at the TriCoast Studio facility in Culver City, Los Angeles.<\/p>\n

    Founded by:<\/strong> Strathford Hamilton and Marcy Levitas Hamilton.<\/p>\n

    Media Contact<\/span>
    Company Name:<\/strong>     TriCoast Entertainment <\/a>
    Contact Person:<\/strong> Jenna Wilen
    Email:<\/strong>     Send Email<\/a>
    Phone:<\/strong> 3104587707
    Address:<\/strong>11124 Washington Blvd.
    City:<\/strong> Culver City
    State:<\/strong> California
    Country:<\/strong> United States
    Website:<\/strong>     http:\/\/www.tricoastworldwide.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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