The world premiere of Babes took center stage at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival, capturing audiences with its witty banter and heartfelt moments. Starring Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau, this comedy brings a refreshing take on friendship and motherhood.
Glazer and Buteau play best friends Eden and Dawn. While Eden, a free-spirited yoga instructor, faces an unexpected pregnancy, Dawn, a dentist and mother, tries to help her navigate the challenges ahead. The film was praised for its writing, direction, and performances at SXSW.
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A Deep Dive into Comedy and Friendship
Discussing the show, You know this is a respect thing, this show. I’m right with you Ilana, we got a ride of respect,”
said Glazer. Buteau added, Rejection is not something that should make you feel small. It should just allow you to grow.
Pamela Adlon’s Directorial Debut
The directorial debut of Pamela Adlon (of King of the Hill fame), Babes offers a raunchy, hysterical and surprisingly heartfelt and wholesome take on motherhood and friendship.
The dynamic between Glazer‘s charm and Buteau‘s scene-stealing performance adds depth to the core narrative.
The Creative Process
I will never write without them again. Matt Klinman and Vishwaa Sofat got me fully vaporized just after two rooms,”
Glazer reflected on her collaboration in writing Babes. The cast celebrated the movie’s nuanced performances and the blend of comedy with life’s profound moments.
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