97: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) ”Oui Oui Genius”

There’s an icy chill in the air and with it comes seasonal depression—so when we decided our next flick needed to capture those sad winter vibes we knew we had to go with Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004). Recognized by critics and film nerds as one of the best movies of the 21st century, this breakup story starring acting favorites Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet was revolutionary at the time for its existential meaning and emotional impact. But does it still hold up with a 2025 lens? We’re getting to the bottom of this question and more in our newest episode that unpacks the unique narrative structure, Michel Gondry’s questionable directing style, and how it fits within the sci-fi genre.

Resources

https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/03/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind-anniversary-jim-carrey-michel-gondry

https://cintiar.medium.com/forget-me-not-eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind-and-the-trouble-with-wanting-to-forget-d5b65bfc3530

https://screenrant.com/eternal-sunshine-spotless-mind-ending-explained-joel-clementine/

https://www.focusfeatures.com/article/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind_20th-anniversary

https://reactormag.com/eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind-navigating-the-landscape-of-human-emotion/

https://theasc.com/articles/forget-me-not-eternal-sunshine-of-the-spotless-mind

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/3664683.stm