What: The "girl" of the title is Mary, a '90s club kid whose fun times are cut short when she's arrested for hosting an illegal party. Her godmother, a librarian, bails her out. To repay the debt, Mary takes a job as a library clerk. Sounds silly, right?
Well, it is. It's also lots of fun, full of quotable lines, and a surprisingly realistic look at library work. And Parker Posey's taut mannerisms are uniquely suited to this role.
Comparable to: Party Girl is recognizably part of the flurry of indie comedies that came out in the mid-'90s. (Most of which also feature Parker Posey.)
Representative quote: "I would like a nice, powerful, mind-altering substance. Preferably one that will make my unborn children grow gills."
Comparable to: Party Girl is recognizably part of the flurry of indie comedies that came out in the mid-'90s. (Most of which also feature Parker Posey.)
Representative quote: "I would like a nice, powerful, mind-altering substance. Preferably one that will make my unborn children grow gills."
You might not like it if: Realizing that you're nostalgic for the '90s makes you feel old.
Connection to previous Wreckage: Parker Posey was sooo good in her guest role on season 3 of Parks and Recreation (Rec. #119).
See also List #18.
[Originally posted on 6/9/11.]
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