Molly Shannon plays Emily Dickinson in the humorous drama ‘Wild Nights with Emily.” The poet?s persona, popularized since her death, became that of a reclusive spinster ? a delicate wallflower, too sensitive for this world. This film explores her vivacious, irreverent side that was covered up for years ? most notably Emily?s lifelong romantic relationship with another woman (Susan Ziegler). After Emily died, a rivalry emerged when her brother’s mistress (Amy Seimetz) along with editor T.W. Higginson (Brett Gelman) published a book of Emily’s poems. [SXSW]
Rated: Not Rated
Release Date: Apr 12, 2019
