After my first year of college, I think I understand what Greta Gerwig is trying to tell us in her directorial debut, Lady Bird. It's a coming-of-age tale about a girl from Sacramento who learns to accept herself, and it's also a powerful story about motherhood. In this video essay, I'll analyze the unique approach she takes in teaching us about acceptance with her writing and direction.

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