culture
January 19, 2026
Was Infinite Jest Right About Everything?
Culture and entertainment recommendations from Will Gottsegen
TL;DR
- Will Gottsegen is a fan of David Foster Wallace's "Infinite Jest," comparing "The Entertainment" to Instagram Reels.
- He is anticipating an adaptation of Dan Simmons' "Hyperion" by Bradley Cooper.
- Gottsegen recommends films by Chris Marker, "Sans Soleil" and "La Jetée," and any movie starring Ethan Hawke.
- He praises Ben Lerner as an author and highlights his novels "Leaving the Atocha Station" and "10:04."
- "It's A Wonderful Life" is cited as a film that genuinely evoked tears.
- The animated series "Pantheon" is recommended as mandatory viewing for sci-fi fans.
- He enjoys playing NYT Games, specifically Pips.
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