It was my first time ever watching Desperately Seeking Susan. What came to mind during the film were themes of attention and attractiveness based on the characterizations and personalities of Rosanna Arquette and Madonna. This movie helped Madonna on her rise to world fame. Desperately Seeking Susan was an amazing experience for me. The value of popularity and seeking attention in New Jersey incorporated elements which contributed to Arquette’s performance (as Roberta) and the concept of envisioning a completely different life. Since I was born in the 1990s, it was special for me to see Desperately Seeking Susan at Ebertfest. The festival highlights unique films from various eras, many of which turned into unexpected successes like Desperately Seeking Susan. Finally seeing this heartfelt film about connection, is something I’ll always cherish from Ebertfest 2025. This classic film remains vibrant with ambition and still holds up!