In 2024, film and TV grappled with death. The result was comforting
Briefly

Rachel Bloom’s one-woman special, "Death, Let Me Do My Special," confronts mortality head-on as she interacts with a personification of Death throughout the performance.
Bloom laments, "Death is un-American," challenging societal norms that encourage the avoidance of mourning. She embodies the struggle to grapple with the realities of loss.
Her psychiatrist advised her in times of grief: "All you can do is feel." This line encapsulates the necessity of processing emotions in the face of loss.
The narrative of death, as presented in Bloom's special, evokes a deeper understanding of mortality in a personal and poignant way, showcasing how art can help navigate grief.
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