Monica
The post sex scandal life of Monica Lewinsky is explored with great empathy in this unlikely comedy from Doron Max Hagay, director of Perfect Thoughts (NoBudge’s Best Film of 2013). In 2001, Lewinsky had just moved to New York City and we follow her early days trying to recapture her identity by learning yoga, designing handbags and ultimately conceiving of a documentary to set the record straight. A sincere interest in the life of Lewinsky beyond the punchlines is the guiding force of the series, along with an awkward comedic touch — cast consisting primarily of comedians, Cole Escola, Kate Berlant and John Early, amongst them -- and a mix of tones. Historical fictionalizations lead into sketch-like adlibs which lead into Sex and the City references, and the whole thing is presented with a disarming sincerity. Hagay is assured in the concept (as he was in the VHS-flavored self-help narrative, Perfect Thoughts) and contains the scope to focus on Monica herself, her road to empowerment. Self-released in February, Monica: The Miniseries did very well online after being featured in major outlets like The Daily Beast, The Fadar, Filmmaker, New York Mag, and more.
Written, Directed, and Edited by Doron Max Hagay. Written by and Starring Lily Marotta. Shot by Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part One
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part Two
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part Three
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part Four
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part Five
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
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Monica - Part Six
A darkly comedic web series about Monica Lewinsky’s life in 2001, when she was 27 and living in New York City.
Created by Doron Max Hagay and Lily Marotta. Starring Lily Marotta. Featuring Erin Markey. DP Daniel Rampulla.
