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The Craft: 30 Years Later, Still Celebrating Weirdos
7 Jun
Summary
- Robin Tunney still identifies as a 'weirdo' and embraces the film's theme.
- The Craft connected with queer audiences despite no explicit representation.
- The 1996 cult classic has sustained generations and gained international fans.
Thirty years after its 1996 release, actress Robin Tunney expressed her continued pride in the cult classic film, The Craft. She shared that the movie's core message of celebrating "weirdos" and embracing those who feel like outsiders still deeply connects with audiences.
Tunney noted that the film's themes of female empowerment and friendship, rather than romance, have contributed to its longevity. She also expressed surprise and joy at how the movie has resonated with diverse groups, including queer individuals who found the film relatable even without explicit representation, a connection she attributes to the film being directed by a queer man.
The actress remarked on how The Craft, alongside films like Empire Records, has managed to endure across generations. She mentioned fans from various countries who have engaged with the film's mystical elements, like calling the corners and playing 'light as a feather, stiff as a board.' Tunney feels fortunate to have been part of a project with such lasting cultural impact.
