Saint Etienne Respond to Winona Ryder Fandom: “Rescued
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Winona Ryder Credits Saint Etienne Album with Helping Her Through Difficult Time
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The Story Behind the Shout-Out
Saint Etienne have responded to a Winona Ryder interview in which she said the band “rescued” her during a difficult period in her life.
The Stranger Things and Beetlejuice star spoke recently to Elle about her memory of filming in Portugal in the early ’90s and how one of the indie dance group’s records was a lifeline during a time in which she was struggling.
“There was a great band called Saint Etienne that I loved,” she said in the interview. “Their album totally rescued me when I was going through a really hard time when I was making a movie in Portugal when I was 20.”
“I was just walking down the street, you know they used to sell albums on the street in Lisbon, and I bought it and it got me through that time,” she continued. “Saint Etienne…I wonder if they’re still together?”
Saint Etienne’s Response
Saint Etienne have responded to Ryder’s comments, sharing the relevant clip on their Facebook page and writing: “stranger things have happened… but glad we were there for you, @winonaryderofficial. And yes, we’re still together!”
Context: Filming ‘The House of the Spirits’
Given the dates involved, it is indeed likely that the actor was referring to the filming of The House Of The Spirits, a 1993 movie about three generations of a chilean family during the military dictatorship.she starred in the film alongside Jeremy Irons,Meryl Streep,Glenn Close,Antonio Banderas and Vanessa Redgrave. Some scenes were indeed filmed in Lisbon in early 1993.
About ‘The House of the Spirits’
| Title | Director | Release Date | Notable Cast |
|---|---|---|---|
| The House of the Spirits | Bille August | 1993 | Winona Ryder, Meryl Streep, Jeremy Irons, Antonio Banderas |
‘So Tough’: The Album That Provided Comfort
The Saint Etienne album released during that period was ‘So Tough’, their second studio album. Released in 1993, it’s known for its blend of indie pop, dance, and samples, creating a distinctive and atmospheric sound.