SXSW 2026 - Thanks for Nothing and The Ascent

About this episode

The episode discusses the dark comedy 'Thanks for Nothing' with its director and an actor, focusing on themes of friendship and mental health.

Send us Fan Mail Warning: This episode talks about suicide. If you or someone you know is thinking about harming themselves please call 988. Thanks for Nothing is a dark comedy about four friends who live in a self made group home and must work together to save their friend from her continued suicide attempts. We are joined by director Stella Marie Markert and actor Lea Drinda to discuss the creative styling of the characters, the importance of women friendships, and the meaning of a "staying...

People in this episode

Hosts: Erin, Ange

Guests: Stella Marie Markert, Lea Drinda

Topics covered

• dark comedy
• friendship
• mental health
• suicide prevention
• film discussion

Keywords

• dark comedy
• friendship
• suicide
• film
• SXSW

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Thanks for Nothing, The Ascent

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