The Butch’s Girlfriend Award for the Weakest Link in the Film
Catholic girl; Connell’s characterization
In the discussion (2)
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- The Catholic girl is nominated as weak link because her rejection of Joel adds little and the religious divide seems implausible for 1987.
- Connell’s character is the other weak link: his apparent coolness conceals a loser, but more charm, better advice and a clearer reason for Em’s attraction are desired.