In a new column for Variety, critic Owen Gleiberman examines the enduring fascination with Marilyn Monroe on the occasion of her 100th birthday. He argues that Monroe stands apart from other Hollywood icons as the 'goddess of sex,' a figure whose erotic mystique transcends her filmography. A companion piece ranks her five greatest roles, including 'Some Like It Hot' and 'The Seven Year Itch.'
variety's owen gleiberman drops a thinkpiece on marilyn monroe's 100th birthday, calling her the 'goddess of sex' and ranking her top five roles. it's a deep dive into why she still matters, from 'some like it hot' to 'the seven year itch.'
The piece arrives as Hollywood continues to mine Monroe's legacy for inspiration, from biopics to fashion trends. It also taps into a broader cultural conversation about how we remember and mythologize stars. For LOOPED's audience, it's a reminder that the internet's obsession with Monroe — from TikTok edits to Instagram tributes — is part of a century-long pattern.
this isn't just a birthday tribute — it's a reminder that marilyn monroe is basically the original viral star. the internet's current obsession with her (tiktok edits, instagram tributes) is just the latest chapter in a 100-year story. gleiberman's take gives it some weight.
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