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Mar 2022
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'The Girl From Plainville' Episodes 1-3

The Ringer
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Joanna and Nora break down the first three episodes of Hulu’s new show based on the true story of Michelle Carter, ‘The Girl From Plainville.’ They discuss Elle Fanning’s performance as Michelle, the genre of true crime, scenes that stood out, and talk through ways of shooting a text-heavy story.


Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Nora Princiotti


Associate Producer: Erika Cervantes

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