I’m sorry for coining the phrase “Manic Pixie Dream Girl”

Sun, 16 Nov 2014 01:59:00 +1100

Andrew Pam <xanni [at] glasswings.com.au>

Andrew Pam
<http://www.salon.com/2014/07/15/im_sorry_for_coining_the_phrase_manic_pixie_dream_girl/>

"In 2007, I invented the term in a review. Then I watched in queasy
disbelief as it seemed to take over pop culture"

Yes, interesting to see how phrases like this take off, and good to see
some discussion about the underlying issues.

Via Muse.

Share and enjoy,
                *** Xanni ***
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