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Melody Esme

Melody Esme is a music, film, and TV writer, based in Portland, OR. In addition to her writing about art and pop culture, she has also published a novel and released riot grrrl music.

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‘Gilmore Girls’ 1×04 Recap: “The Deer Hunters”

Rory endures a barrage of stressful events that would make the Safdie Brothers proud.

February 27, 2026
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‘Gilmore Girls’ 1×03 Recap: “Kill Me Now”

This is close to the worst case scenario for Lorelai.

February 20, 2026
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‘Gilmore Girls’ 1×02 Recap: “The Lorelais’ First Day At Chilton”

From the minute she enters the school, Rory is set up to fail — but she won't fail.

February 13, 2026
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‘Gilmore Girls’ Series Premiere Recap: “Pilot”

'Gilmore Girls' is cool, funny, fast, and loose.

February 6, 2026
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